Director's Cut Blog with Frank Macek

By Frank Macek Brandon Simmons WKYC Studios is proud to announce that Brandon Simmons has been promoted to Assistant News Director, marking an important milestone in a career built on hard work, innovation, and leadership. His journey at WKYC has been one of steady growth, defined by versatility and a deep commitment to excellence across every platform. Brandon joined WKYC in 2010 and quickly made an impression. He started as an intern, eager to learn the fast-paced world of television news, and moved through the ranks to become a key member of the assignment desk. There, he developed a sharp sense for breaking stories and a deep understanding of how a newsroom operates. His ability to stay calm under pressure and think strategically made him a trusted teammate early on. When he transitioned into reporting, Brandon’s storytelling skills and technical understanding came together seamlessly. He brought empathy and professionalism to every story, connecting with audiences while breaking d...

By Frank Macek When viewers think of WKYC, they often picture the familiar faces of our anchors, the sharp forecasts from our weather team, or reporters live on the scene of breaking news. But behind every headline you read on WKYC.com, every push alert that lights up your phone, and every social media post keeping you in the know on Facebook, X, Instagram or Tik Tok there’s a team of digital content producers making it all happen. These are the journalists who work off-camera but are no less vital to the stories we tell. They’re editors, writers, curators, and producers—fueled by urgency, accuracy, and a love for keeping Northeast Ohio informed. In this post, I want to introduce you to the team of digital storytellers at WKYC Studios who bring the web to life—seven days a week, 365 days a year. Brandon Simmons Brandon Simmons – 3News Director of Digital Content At the helm of WKYC’s digital operation is Brandon Simmons, our 3News Director of Digital Content. Brandon leads the team tha...