Dave Cera

Dave Cera has extensive work experience in the field of media and production. Dave began their career as an Editor/HLN Sports Anchor at CNN, where they cut video highlights and show elements. Dave then transitioned to WMCTV, where they worked as a Sports Anchor/Reporter, anchoring and reporting on sports, as well as shooting, writing, and editing stories for air.

Following this, Dave joined Genome Explorations as the Director of Sales and Marketing, selling molecular analysis services to various professionals. Dave called on C-Level executives at pharmaceutical companies, surgeons, and scientists nationally.

In 2012, Dave joined ESPN as a Bureau Field Producer, responsible for covering major sports leagues and teams. Dave worked with reporters on editorial content and coached writer/reporters on their television presentation. Dave also covered severe weather throughout the U.S. as a Field Producer/Writer at The Weather Channel.

Dave has also worked as a Field Producer at CNN, where they covered domestic news stories and conducted story research and writing. Dave also worked as a Field Producer/Videographer at ABC News, covering domestic news stories for GMA and World News, conducting interviews, and occasionally shooting video.

In addition to their work in the media industry, Dave also owns Ascent Digital Productions, where they provide editorial, journalistic, and video production services to television networks, corporations, and small businesses. Dave also offers video marketing, copywriting, and creative services.

Overall, Dave Cera has a diverse background in media production, with experience in editing, anchoring, reporting, producing, videography, sales, and marketing.

Dave Cera has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Purdue University. Dave also obtained a Certificate in Television and Radio Broadcasting from the Illinois Center for Broadcasting. The specific start and end years for these educational experiences are not provided.