"Helping you put the "J" back in Journalism"
TESTIMONIALS
“Nobody is born understanding what viewers want to know—and need to know—but Kenny Plotnik’s journalistic instincts are unsurpassed.
He has an intuitive grasp of how to prioritize information and how to convey it clearly and effectively.
He has a keen eye for talent and how to develop it. I worked closely with Kenny for more than twenty five years at WABC-TV in New York, where he was instrumental in hiring me. The guidance he gave me as a young reporter helped shape my entire career in broadcast news.”
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NJ BURKETT-REPORTER, WABC-TV
"I met Kenny Plotnik more than 2 decades ago – and I've been ever since on a kind of informal search for someone who knows as much about local news as Kenny. I'm still looking.
Kenny’s instincts about news and about the people who report it are incomparable. And no matter what we talked about .. or sometimes disagreed about .. over the years … I never once had the feeling that Kenny didn’t know more about local news than I did. And I found that so comforting. For all those years we worked together."
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BILL RITTER-ANCHOR, WABC-TV
“I had the pleasure of working for Kenny for two years in Boston when he hired me at NBC10 Boston. The biggest reason that drew me to him was his knowledge of the TV news business. Watching him prepare our team for a big story was impressive. Even in a short period of time, we covered two Super Bowls, the Olympics, two NBA Eastern Conference Finals and multiple MLB/NHL playoffs. There’s no question Kenny made me better in this business based on his experience and news instincts. If there’s a guy that’s seen it all, it’s Kenny!”
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RAUL MARTINEZ-NEWS ANCHOR, NBC 10 BOSTON
"Kenny Plotnik saw something in me that I didn't see in myself at the time and gave me my first job in news management. He has been very instrumental in making my career a success."
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CHAD MATTHEWS-PRESIDENT OF THE ABC OWNED STATIONS
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“Kenny Plotnik has a nose for news and an eye for strong talent. He gave me my first EP job at Eyewitness News and was instrumental in honing me into a strong editorial leader. I still lean on the lessons learned during my time at WABC-TV under Kenny’s leadership.”
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JOHN ANTONIO, EVP OF PROGRAMMING-CNN
"Kenny helped me reach my fullest potential, and his guidance was essential to the career I enjoy today. His support and guidance has been a CRUCIAL part of my career for more than 14 years, and I could never have achieved what I have accomplished in TV news without him."
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SANDY KENYON-REPORTER-WABC-TV
"Kenny Plotnik is the best in the business when it comes to spotting raw talent and working with them to develop and exceed their potential."
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NICK LAWLER, FORMER SVP AT MAGID & ASSOC.
"I worked for Kenny for a decade in both New York City and Boston. He is the kind of news man you would follow into battle. His news instincts are top notch. Whether I was reporting or anchoring, Kenny made me better. I am where I am today in large part because of Kenny."
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PHIL LIPOF-ANCHOR, ABC NEWS
"Kenny helped me make the jump from the #81 market to #1. With his guidance and direction, I covered breaking news and learned to write stories that resonate. I cannot think of a better mentor and coach for young journalists than Kenny Plotnik."
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JEN MAXFIELD-REPORTER & ANCHOR, WNBC-TV
“With decades of newsroom experience at top TV news markets, Kenny is a true newsman. He only knows how to tell the truth to make you better. I began working with him during my days in Oklahoma City. The in-depth critiques by him on my storytelling and live shots, whether it was breaking news or not, were crucial to making me into the broadcast journalist I am today. Sometimes the truth was difficult to listen to, but as they say no pain, no gain. Furthermore, he took on the role as a mentor, a good friend who will listen and advise when needed with great care and always followed up. Whether you’re starting in the journalism business or seasoned, as there is always room for improvement, and I highly recommend Kenny Plotnik’s coaching skills to get to where you want. He gets TV news, he cares, and he’s fair.”
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NAVEEN DAHLIWAL-REPORTER, WABC-TV
"I worked for Kenny Plotnik for over a decade. His amazing news judgment, quick thinking and commanding leadership skills consistently took our station to the top of the market, year after year. And when you’re tops in New York, you’re tops in the nation.
In his decades of newsroom leadership, Kenny was considered an icon in the industry – a distinction that continues to this day. His firm and direct, but honest style perfectly polished and inspired the station’s talent pool.
Any broadcast journalist would be extremely fortunate to have Kenny shape their career. His name opens doors in the industry like few others can. As his former employee, a major market TV news anchor for two decades and a former TV and radio news director myself, I’d highly recommend Kenny to anyone interested in a long and successful career in broadcasting."
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KEN ROSATO-ANCHOR, WABC-TV
"Kenny Plotnik is a formidable force in the rapidly changing landscape of broadcast television journalism. With decades at the helm of major market leading newsrooms, Kenny’s advice and consultations are sought after by managers who appreciate the depth of what he brings to the table.
Kenny has counseled my entire staff, taking the time for one-on-one coaching sessions and sharing his wealth of knowledge to a new generation of journalists hoping to emulate his success.
He is a caring and compassionate individual who knows how to listen and when to speak. And, when he does, Kenny has a rapt audience that values the direction they’re given and – in our case – having employees asking for more."
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MARK SILBERSTEIN-SCRIPPS
"Six years into my TV career, I was in a position where I was again able to work with Kenny as my mentor. Kenny knows news. He knows what news managers/directors are looking for. In a business where it’s difficult to stand out, Kenny helped to train and groom me. He critiqued my work, and his advice was invaluable. I was able to go from a medium TV market to large TV market within a year. With Kenny's help, I have been able to achieve my lifelong goal of getting a job in a top 10 market.
His experience running the number one station in the number one market is indispensable when it comes to helping you take that next step."
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CHRIS GLONINGER-CHIEF METEOROLOGIST, HEARST
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