Renae Whissel

Renae Whissel is a seasoned video producer with extensive experience in journalism and digital content creation. Currently serving as Video Producer for Special Projects at Newsweek since March 2022, Renae has produced high-impact videos for award-winning original series, developed content strategies that significantly boosted the channel's subscriber base, and ensured the accuracy and quality of produced content. Previous roles include Video Producer at Newsweek, Digital Content Producer at TEGNA, and Broadcast and Digital Producer at KOMU 8, where Renae honed skills in video production, editing, and audience engagement across multiple platforms. Renae’s early career included internships and positions that emphasized social media management, content creation, and audience analytics, with formal education in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia.