Broadcast Operations • Mentoring • Leadership

Who I Am

Drew Barker Emmy & Murrow Winning Broadcast Operations Leader

Senior Editor at Tulsa's NBC affiliate with turning breaking news into compelling television. I bridge storytelling and technology — solving the operational and technical challenges that keep newsrooms running under pressure. When I'm not in the control room, I'm restoring classic cars, mentoring future journalists, or fixing something that probably shouldn't still work.

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About

I fix newsrooms, cars, and the occasional robot suit.

I've worn many hats—photojournalist, satellite truck operator, editor, live production specialist—covering everything from local community stories to nationally significant breaking news.

I solve operational, technical, and leadership challenges: helping teams adapt to new technology, improve workflows, and deliver compelling content under deadline pressure. With a background in IT, I believe the strongest news organizations pair technical excellence with great storytelling.

I'm equally passionate about developing future media professionals. Through educational outreach and nonprofit leadership, I've had the opportunity to mentor students, support aspiring journalists, and contribute to organizations that strengthen our community. Helping others grow professionally is one of the most rewarding aspects of my career.

in Newsroom Ops

Emmy Awards

Murrow Awards

20+

Other Recognitions

What I Do

Beyond the Control Room

These are the things I do outside of the 9-5.

OOM-A-GOG

Caretaker of Tulsa's original cybernetic celebrity, since 1959 — leading the restoration and historical archive of a beloved local icon.

oom-a-gog.com →

Skyhaven Airpark

President of the Skyhaven Board of Directors — I provide financial stewardship, and strategic planning for a private residential airpark.

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Tulsa Lions Club

Tulsa Downtown Lions Club — supporting community service and civic leadership through the world's largest volunteer service organization.

tulsadowntownlionsclub.org →

Radio repeater tower with ARRL member badge

Emergency Comms

Licensed emergency communications operator — when all else fails, amateur radio keeps information moving.

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Education

Coursework & Credentials

2026

University of Maine — Presque Isle

BA, Liberal Studies (Minor: Project Management) · BA, Business Administration (Minor: Management & Leadership) — umpi.edu

2025

Tulsa Community College

AA, Communications · AA, Liberal Studies — tulsacc.edu

Phi Theta Kappa

2002–08

Oklahoma State University

Coursework, Music Education · Coursework, Broadcast Journalism Production — okstate.edu

OSU Alumni Association · OSU Marching Band · KXZY · W5YJ

2000–02

Tulsa Technology Center

Concurrent HS Enrollment — Cisco CCNA (2000–01), CompTIA A+ & Security+ (2001–02) — tulsatech.edu

NVTHS 2001–02 · TTC Student Council 2001–02

Certifications

SBE – Certified Television Operator Google IT Support Professional Certificate Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate Google Project Management Professional Certificate Google AI Essentials Fortinet Certified Fundamentals – Cybersecurity FCC Amateur Radio License – Technician Class Certified Storm Spotter Leadership & Management Training

Experience

Today's Rundown

How I developed my work ethic and leadership beliefs.

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KJRH 2News

KJRH.com

Fleet Operations Manager Apr 2022 – Present

Senior Editor | Broadcast Operations Aug 2017 – Present

Content Coordinator | Broadcast Operations Aug 2011 – Jul 2017

2011 – Present

LIVE

OOM-A-GOG.com

Owner & Historical Preservation DirectorAug 2024 – Present

2011 – Present

LIVE

Heartland Emmy Board of Governors

EmmyAwards.tv

NATAS Board of Governors Oct 2019 – Sep 2025

• Student Production Awards Chair Sep 2024 – Sep 2025

• Education Outreach Chair Sep 2024 – Sep 2025

• Scholarships Chair Sep 2024 – Sep 2025

2019 – 2025

WRAPPED

Tulsa Downtown Lions Club

TulsaDowntownLionsClub.org

Board Member, Tulsa Downtown Lions Jan 2025 – May 2025

2025

WRAPPED

Oklahoma State University Alumni Association

OSU Alumni Band

OSU Alumni Band - Chairman of the Board of DirectorsApr 2013 – Aug 2014

OSU Alumni Band - Vice Chairman of the Board of DirectorsAug 2012 – Apr 2013

2012 – 2014

WRAPPED

KWEM TV-31

TV31.net

Production & Broadcast Editor Oct 2007 – Dec 2009

2007 – 2009

WRAPPED

Oklahoma State University

OKSTATE.edu

Physical Plant Evening OperationsMar 2008 – May 2009

ResLife Dining - Taco Mayo SupervisorNov 2005 – Mar 2008

2005 – 2009

WRAPPED

KXZY Student Radio

Media.Okstate.edu

On-Air Host & Program Producer Jan 2004 – May 2004

2004

WRAPPED

Who I Am

I fix newsrooms, cars, and the occasional robot suit.

Beyond the Control Room

OOM-A-GOG

Skyhaven Airpark

Tulsa Lions Club

Emergency Comms

Coursework & Credentials

University of Maine — Presque Isle

Tulsa Community College

Oklahoma State University

Tulsa Technology Center

Today's Rundown

KJRH 2News

OOM-A-GOG.com

Heartland Emmy Board of Governors

Tulsa Downtown Lions Club

Oklahoma State University Alumni Association

KWEM TV-31

Oklahoma State University

KXZY Student Radio

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