🏆 Emmy Award Winner Available for Freelance

Lisa Cottam
Media Consultant

Emmy-winning journalist with 20+ years of broadcast experience. Former CNN & ABC News producer specializing in compelling storytelling, crisis management, and editorial strategy.

Trusted by Leading Networks

ABC NEWS CNN COURT TV TEGNA NECN

What I Do

Media & Communications Services

Content Production

Crafting compelling stories that capture audiences and drive engagement across broadcast and digital platforms.

Crisis Communications

Expert guidance on messaging, media relations, and reputation management during critical moments.

Social Media Strategy

Leverage social platforms to amplify your message and increase audience engagement.

Editorial Consulting

Ensure your messaging maintains factual accuracy, proper sourcing, and brand consistency.

Media Training

Prepare your team for media interactions with on-camera presence and interview techniques.

Breaking News

Specialized expertise in live, fast-paced coverage under extreme deadline pressure.

Experience

Proven Track Record

Two decades of broadcast journalism excellence, from morning shows to primetime, local news to national networks.

20+
Years in Broadcast
🏆
Emmy Award Winner
5+
Major Networks
Stories Told

Career Journey

Where I've Been

2023 – Now

Senior Producer/Writer

ABC News • Atlanta

2023

Producer/Writer/Copy Editor

Court TV • Atlanta

Live gavel-to-gavel coverage of high-profile trials.

2017 – 2022

Producer/Writer/Copy Editor

CNN • Atlanta

Coordinated live segments with Dr. Sanjay Gupta and national correspondents.

2013 – 2016

Emmy-Winning News Producer

TEGNA (11Alive) • Atlanta

2016 Southeast Regional Emmy Award. Super Bowl coverage.

2009 – 2013

Producer/Reporter

WKMG-TV • Orlando

2005 – 2008

Producer

NECN • Boston

Launched morning program serving 4 million homes.

Who I Work With

From Startups to Enterprise

Small Business

Helping local businesses establish their media presence and build authentic audience connections.

Mid-Market

Scaling media operations and developing sustainable content strategies for growing companies.

Enterprise

Strategic consulting for large organizations navigating complex media landscapes.

Let's Connect

Ready to Work Together?

Whether you need strategic media consulting, content production guidance, or crisis communications support — I'd love to hear about your project.

lisamichelleturner@gmail.com