NATIONAL ACADEMY OF TELEVISION ARTS & SCIENCES

UPPER MIDWEST CHAPTER

EMMY® AWARDS

Nominees & Recipients

CATEGORY #101
OVERALL EXCELLENCE
KARE 11
KARE
    Doug Wieder, General Manager
KCCI is Iowa's News Leader
KCCI
    Brian Sather, General Manager
KTIV News 4
KTIV
    Bridget Breen, General Manager
CATEGORY #102
NEWS EXCELLENCE
KARE 11 News
KARE
    Stacey Nogy, News Director
KCCI is Iowa's News Leader
KCCI
    Natalie Cabieses, News Director
Northern News Now
KBJR
    Paul Brown, News Director
WCCO 4 News
WCCO
    Brian Nemitz, News Director
WDAY-TV
WDAY
    Jeff Nelson, News Director
CATEGORY #103
SPORTS EXCELLENCE
Vikings Entertainment Network
Vikings Entertainment Network
    Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #104
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Building Bridges: KARE 11 Community
KARE
    Alexis Rogers, Executive Producer
Inside Senior Living
PBS North
    Melissa Fritz, Executive Producer
KS95's 12th Annual Clouds Choir for a Cause
Atomic K Records & Productions
    Karl Demer, Producer
    Dan Seeman, Executive Producer
    Alejandro Lopez, Talent
    Kaden Demer, Videographer
    Todd Randall, Videographer
    Crisco, Talent
    Dez, Talent
    Wes, Talent
    Sarah Kier, Writer
Spread Love With Locks
Shelettamakesmelaugh.com
    Sheletta Brundidge, Talent
    Katie Hennen, Videographer
    Andy Berndt, Videographer
    Lindsey Rose, Writer
    Kelly Plummer, Writer
    Emma Tretsven, Graphic Artist
    Gina Kazmerski, Graphic Artist
    Amy Lauria, Producer
    Erica Young, Producer
    Kevyn Burger, Writer
    Robert Paniagua, Videographer
    Scott Toschlog, Videographer
Vietnam 50 Years Later
WCCO
    Pauleen Le, Executive Producer
    Tracy Perlman, Producer
    Lewis Karpel, Drone Photographer
    Jake Randall, Producet
    Sam Gullickson, Producer
    Stephen Swanson, Producer
    James Ankeny, Photographer
    Arthur Phillips, Photographer
CATEGORY #201
DAYTIME NEWSCAST - MARKETS (1-75)
Greenfield Strong: One Year Later
WOI
    Joseph Holloway, Executive Producer
    Dana Searles, Anchor
    Meghan MacPherson, Multimedia Journalist
    Simon Daniels, Producer
    Brielle Tuttle, Producer
    Phil Lemen, Producer
    Rachel Wente, Photojournalist
    Don Schmith, Photojournalist
KARE 11 Sunrise
KARE
    Corinne Stay, Producer
    Elizabeth Tewolde, Producer
    Shelley Stridsberg, Producer
    Alicia Lewis, Anchor
    Jason Hackett, Anchor
    Cece Gaines, Anchor
    John Zeigler, Meteorologist
    Morgan Wolfe, Reporter
    Michelle Baik, Reporter
    Audrey Russo, Reporter
    Carlie Ott, Director
    Nate Anderson, Photojournalist
KCCI 8 News This Morning: End of Legislative Session
KCCI
    Alex Kirkpatrick, Executive Producer
    Carson Hanover, Producer
    Alyx Sacks, Anchor
    Eric Hanson, Anchor
    Ophelie Jacobson, Reporter
    Dylan Coon, Photojournalist
    Mike Simmons, Photojournalist
    Madeline Kenn, Producer
    Randy Davenport, Editor
    Alyssa Gomez, Anchor
    Olivia Tyler, Reporter
WCCO Mornings 6am Newscast
WCCO
    Andrew Osterbauer, Producer
    Kolton Knapp, Producer
    Heather Brown, Anchor
    A.J. Hilton, Anchor
    Shayla Reaves, Reporter
    Pauleen Le, Reporter
    Nick Boeke, Photojournalist
    Joel Thurston, Photojournalist
    Ray Jones, Editor
    Mike Stern, Editor
    Andrew Delancey, Executive Producer
    Sean Freese, Director
CATEGORY #202
DAYTIME NEWSCAST - MARKETS (76+) (4:30AM - 4:55PM)
KTTC Morning News - First Alert Day: March Blizzard
KTTC
    Stevan Stojanovic, Producer
    Jess Abrahamson, Anchor
    Michael McShane, Producer
    Kelsey Marier, Anchor
    Aaliyah Demry, Reporter
    Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
    David Burgett, Meteorologist
    Michael Crowley, Director
    James Skifter, Director
March Blizzard: News 4 at Noon
KTIV
    Katie Copple, Producer
    Al Joens, Producer
    Cade Stratman, Producer
    Cat Taylor, Meteorologist
    Owen Basselman, Meteorologist
    Taylor Deckert, Reporter
    RJ Breen, Reporter
    Joseph McMahan, Videographer
    Diana Castillo, Executive Producer
Midday In KELOLAND
KELO
    Anna Peters, Producer
    Tom Hanson, Anchor
    Brian Karstens, Meteorologist
    Scot Mundt, Meteorologist
    Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
    Karlee Phillips, Reporter
    Sophie Hall, Photographer
    Quinn Masek, Writer
    Kelli Volk, Reporter
    Ashton Fechner, Photographer
    Summer Raderschadt, Multimedia Journalist
    Jordan Desmet, Multimedia Journalist
    Micah Lillie, Director
    Kullyn Meffert, Writer
    Cody East, Photographer
    Gracie Terrall, Reporter
    Kyle Ireland, Writer
School Bus Fire
WDAY
    Adam Ladwig, Executive Producer
    Scott Engen, Anchor
    Lisa Budeau, Anchor
    Ryan Longnecker, Reporter
    Travis Askerooth, Photographer
    Christopher Hovden, Producer
    Courtney Zahira, Producer
    Ben Amell, Director
    Ryan Stacy, Director
    Katrina Rector, Director
    Lydia Blume, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #203
EVENING NEWSCAST - MARKETS (1-75)
Fox 9 News at 5: Honoring Jamal Mitchell
KMSP
    Amber Milner, Producer
KARE 11 News at 10
KARE
    Jack Lee, Producer
    Jennifer Griffin, Executive Producer
    Julie Nelson, Anchor
    Belinda Jensen, Meteorologist
    Will Hall, Anchor
    Jennifer Hoff, Reporter
    Raya Quttaineh, Reporter
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Karin Stone, Editor
    George Marincel, Editor
    Ethan Sam, Photojournalist
    Jon Hanson, Director
WCCO Sunday 10pm - 5 Years Since George Floyd
WCCO
    Andrew Walker, Producer
    Zachary Hammer, Executive Producer
    Derek James, Anchor
    David Schuman, Reporter
    Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
    Reg Chapman, Reporter
    Max Curtis, Editor
    Grant Verdon, Photographer
    Chris Cruz, Photographer
    Kris Berg, Photographer
    Dave Hillestad, Director
    Gabby Erenstein, Editor
CATEGORY #204
EVENING NEWSCAST - MARKETS (76-120)
KELOLAND News at 6
KELO
    Kyle Ireland, Producer
    Don Jorgensen, Anchor
    Kelli Volk, Anchor
    Karlee Phillips, Multimedia Journalist
    Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
    Grant Robertson, Photographer
    Tom Hanson, Reporter
    Jordan Desmet, Multimedia Journalist
    Adam Rutt, Meteorologist
    Jay Trobec, Meteorologist
    Tommie Chap, Director
    Ashton Fechner, Photographer
KVLY Covers Breaking News
KVLY
    Renee Nygren, Producer
    Stacie Van Dyke, Anchor
    Justin Betti, Anchor
    Kortney Lockey, Reporter
    Sydney Zatz, Reporter
    Russ Thomas, Meteorologist
Remembering July 14th
WDAY
    Ben Rieke, Executive Producer
    Kayla Muehler, Producer
    Kerstin Kealy, Anchor
    Dana Mogck, Anchor
    Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
    Sam Weber, Photographer
    Robert Daley, Meteorologist
    Carter Rud, Director
CATEGORY #205
EVENING NEWSCAST - MARKETS (121+)
KAAL 5-19-25 6pm Evening Broadcast
KAAL
    Paige Bremer, Producer
    Mayzie Olson, Anchor
    Robin Wolfram, Anchor
    Randy Brock, Meteorologist
    Paul Dunn, Executive Producer
    Bob Korkowski, Director
    Nathaniel Manning, Director
    José Solís, Reporter
    Rachel Mantos, Reporter
KTTC News at Six: First Alert Day
KTTC
    Caitlin Alexander, Executive Producer
    Leah Pflaum, Producer
    Brock Bergey, Anchor
    Nick Jansen, Meteorologist
    Sarah Gannon, Meteorologist
    Olivia Prondzinski, Reporter
    Ethan Davis, Photographer
    Micah Hagen, Photographer
    Tim Strauss, Director
    Ryder Blair, Photojournalist
Siouxland Historic Floods: News 4 at Six
KTIV
    Brandon Irvine, Producer
    Matt Breen, Anchor
    Jessica Bowman, Anchor
    Cat Taylor, Meteorologist
    Katie Copple, Reporter
    RJ Breen, Reporter
    Ellen Eide, Reporter
    Acacia Phillips, Videographer
    Joseph McMahan, Videographer
    Keith W. Bliven, Executive Producer
    Diana Castillo, Executive Producer
WDIO News at Six: Northland Wildfires
WDIO-TV
    Alexandra Buie, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #206
NEWS SPECIAL
Fox 9 Good Day Live at Target Field
KMSP
    Samantha Zamora, Executive Producer
George Floyd: 5 Years of Change and Challenge
KSTP
    Sarah Peterson, Executive Producer
    Troy Neumann, Producer
    Lindsey Brown, Anchor
    Kevin Doran, Anchor
    Eric Chaloux, Reporter
    Brandi Powell, Reporter
    Ryan Raiche, Reporter
    Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
    Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
    Dave Peterson, Photographer
    Kyle Brown, Writer
    Morgan Reddekopp, Writer
Greenfield Strong: One Year Later
KCCI
    Tisa Tollenaar, Producer
    Shannon Turner, Executive Producer
    Stacey Horst, Anchor
    Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
    Zane Satre, Meteorologist
    Ophelie Jacobson, Reporter
    Dylan Coon, Photojournalist
    Martin Blythe, Editor
    Brandon Green, Photojournalist
    Jacob Jansen, Producer
    Matt Spurlock, Director
    Ben Kaplan, Anchor
Greenfield Strong: One Year Later
WOI
    Calvin Clark, Producer
    Stephanie Angleson, Anchor
    Chris Kuball, Meteorologist
    Rachel Wente, Photographer
    Laryssa Leone, Reporter
    Don Schmith, Photographer
    Cody Holtgrewe, Editor
    Connor O'Neal, Reporter
    Meghan MacPherson, Reporter
    Dana Searles, Reporter
    Nathan Bentz, Director
    Alexander Fulton, Reporter
Honoring A Hero: 1-year later
KVLY
    Stacie Van Dyke, Producer
    Justin Betti, Anchor
    Kortney Lockey, Reporter
    Anna Ballweber, Reporter
    Sydney Zatz, Reporter
Murder Mystery: A Cry for Justice
KXMB
    Steve Roldan, Producer
    Kyara Brown, Anchor
The Murder of George Floyd: 5 Years Later
KARE
    Jennifer Griffin, Executive Producer
    Jana Shortal, Anchor
    Lou Raguse, Reporter
    Kent Erdahl, Reporter
    Samie Solina, Reporter
    Jessica Hart, Reporter
    Tommy Platek, Photojournalist
    Gage Cureton, Photojournalist
    Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
    George Marincel, Editor
    Jon Hanson, Director
    Nelson Garcia, Executive Producer
Town Too Tough To Die: Pilger Tornado 10 years later
KTIV
    Katie Copple, Producer
    Keith W. Bliven, Writer
    Matt Breen, Anchor
    Ron Demers, Meteorologist
    Cat Taylor, Meteorologist
    Jessica Bowman, Reporter
    Acacia Phillips, Drone Photographer
    Joseph McMahan, Videographer
    Ellen Eide, Director
    Kaleb Zamora, Director
    MaryAnn Farley, Director
CATEGORY #207
JOURNALISTIC ENTERPRISE
The Power of the Follow-up
KSTP
    Eric Rasmussen, Producer
    Monty Stuempert, Photographer
    Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
CATEGORY #301
DAILY NEWS REPORT - (SINGLE SHIFT)
Flower Child
KARE
    Morgan Wolfe, Reporter
    Gage Cureton, Photojournalist
Heart Of It All
KARE
    Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
    Ian Russell, Reporter
Justice for Ra'Lasia
KARE
    Jessica Hart, Reporter
Korean War Soldier Comes Home
KARE
    Tommy Platek, Photojournalist
    Kent Erdahl, Reporter
CATEGORY #302
HARD NEWS REPORT - (NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT)
A Lifesaving Tool and Team
KARE
    Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
    Gary Knox, Photojournalist
Officers overwhelmed as teen car thefts surge
WCCO
    Ubah Ali, Reporter
Responding to Tragedy
WCCO
    Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
    Grant Verdon, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #303
BREAKING/SPOT NEWS
Brooklyn Park Plane Crash
KARE
    Nelson Garcia, Executive Producer
    Morgan Wolfe, Anchor
    Samie Solina, Reporter
    Jessica Hart, Reporter
    Joe McCoy, Reporter
    Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
    Gage Cureton, Photojournalist
    Rachel Childs, Producer
    Cody Lenarz, Producer
    Lauren Pogulis, Executive Producer
    Alyssa Figueroa, Director
    Naasir Akailvi, Producer
Feeding our Future: Verdicts in Real Time
KSTP
    Eric Rasmussen, Producer
    Morgan Reddekopp, Producer
KEYC's Rapidan Dam failure breaking news coverage
KEYC
    Mitchell Keegan, Producer
    Stacy Steinhagen, Anchor
    Shawn Cable, Meteorologist
    Jackson Jirik, Anchor
    Anthony Peregrin, Photojournalist
Northland Wildfires First 24 Hours
KBJR
    Dan Wolfe, Executive Producer
    Briggs LeSavage, Anchor
    Laura Lee, Anchor
    Anna Olfelt, Producer
    Sophia Varner, Producer
    Jordan Sherman, Director
    Ryan Skorich, Director
    Jordan Mathewson, Photographer
    Adam DeMuth, Photographer
    Madisan Green, Reporter
    Ryan Hayes, Reporter
    Dave Anderson, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #304
CONTINUING COVERAGE
Fravel on Trial
KAAL
    Mayzie Olson, Reporter
    Brian Wise, Photographer
Housing Hustle
KARE
    A.J. Lagoe, Multimedia Journalist
    Gary Knox, Photographer
    Kelly Dietz, Producer
    Danny Spewak, Reporter
Prison Drug Smuggling
WCCO
    Jonah Kaplan, Reporter
Teen in runaway vehicle saved by Minnesota troopers
WDAY
    Abby Makay, Photojournalist
    Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
CATEGORY #305
INVESTIGATIVE - SINGLE REPORT
A Perfect Heart
KARE
    Kelly Dietz, Producer
    A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
    Gary Knox, Photojournalist
    Tommy Platek, Drone Photographer
Failure to Yield
KMSP
    Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
    Casey Hooker, Photojournalist
    Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
George Floyd All Over Again: Security Guards Go Rogue
KSTP
    Eric Rasmussen, Producer
    Monty Stuempert, Photographer
CATEGORY #306
INVESTIGATIVE - MULTIPLE REPORTS
Costly Crisis
KMSP
    Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
    Casey Hooker, Photojournalist
    Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
Phantom Fixers
KARE
    A.J. Lagoe, Producer
    Kelly Dietz, Producer
    Gary Knox, Photographer
    David Peterlinz, Photographer
    Jason Steussy, Photographer
Recovery Inc. - The Evergreen Files
KARE
    A.J. Lagoe, Producer
    Kelly Dietz, Producer
    Gary Knox, Photographer
    Jason Steussy, Drone Photographer
    Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
    Jack Stanek, Photographer
Sinking SeaQuest
KSTP
    Eric Rasmussen, Producer
    Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
CATEGORY #307
NEWS FEATURE - LIGHT FEATURE
Caring for Stranger's Gravestones
KARE
    Jessica Hart, Writer
    David Porter, Photojournalist
Leaving the light on
KARE
    Samie Solina, Reporter
    Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
Savoring the Ride on Bus #5
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Tommy Platek, Photojournalist
Shipwatching sensation
WDIO
    Baihly Warfield, Reporter
    Kyle Aune, Photojournalist
Stoked for Snow
WDIO
    Lea Zmurko, Reporter
CATEGORY #308
NEWS FEATURE - SERIOUS FEATURE
As Luck Would Have It
WCCO
    Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield, Reporter
    Lewis Karpel, Photojournalist
Half a heart still beats
KAAL
    Rachel Mantos, Multimedia Journalist
Saving the fish fry in Fergus Falls
WDAY
    Abby Makay, Photojournalist
    Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
Sunset for a Soldier
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
The E-Man Way
KARE
    Will Hall, Reporter
CATEGORY #309
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT - NEWS
Banding Together
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
Full circle via unicycle
KARE
    Samie Solina, Reporter
    Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
Talent is in the bag
KMSP
    Maury Glover, Reporter
    Josh Grenier, Photojournalist
The Gift
KARE
    Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
    Tyler Teal, Photojournalist
The Making of Music
KMSP
    Scott Wise, Photojournalist
Voices Of MSP
KARE
    Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
    Ian Russell, Reporter
CATEGORY #310
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - NEWS
Bird Flu on Black Friday
KARE
    Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
    Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
    Tommy Platek, Editor
Money, Influence & Louisiana: the fight over Cedar Crossing
KCRG
    Beth Malicki, Multimedia Journalist
    Ellen Reuter, Producer
    Nick Nading, Photojournalist
NIMBY vs YIMBY
KBJR
    Dan Wolfe, Reporter
    Lukas Walls, Photographer
The $22,000 Phone Call
KARE
    Audrey Russo, Multimedia Journalist
Weaver's Leather
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
Who Benefits?
KMSP
    Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
    Casey Hooker, Photojournalist
    Joe Augustine, Producer
CATEGORY #312
CRIME/JUSTICE - NEWS (NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT)
A Single Word
KSTP
    Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
    Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
Cold Case Confession
KARE
    Tommy Platek, Photojournalist
    Lou Raguse, Reporter
Letter and The Law
KARE
    Ian Russell, Reporter
    David Peterlinz, Photographer
Making of a Monster
KMSP
    Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
    Casey Hooker, Photojournalist
    Joe Augustine, Producer
Nowhere To Go
KMSP
    Paul Blume, Reporter
    Vanshay Murdock, Photographer
    Joe Augustine, Producer
The Shot That Changed Everything
KAAL
    Mayzie Olson, Reporter
    Brian Wise, Photographer
CATEGORY #313
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - NEWS
Art belongs here
KARE
    Samie Solina, Reporter
    Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
Higher Ed, Under Fire
KSTP
    Eric Rasmussen, Producer
    Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
Hugs from Miss Prigge
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
It Takes A Village
KMSP
    Chenue Her, Reporter
Teacher of the Year investigation
KMSP
    Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
    Casey Hooker, Photojournalist
    Joe Augustine, Producer
CATEGORY #314
CHILDREN/YOUTH/TEEN - NEWS
Coby's Mow-A-Wish
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
Fishing by Torchlight
KARE
    Raya Quttaineh, Reporter
    David Porter, Photographer
Hang in there Jace
WCCO
    Nick Lunemann, Multimedia Journalist
Love Like Luca
KARE
    Morgan Wolfe, Reporter
Sol's Journey Home
KARE
    Gordon Severson, Reporter
    Jason Steussy, Photographer
Teenagers Surviving Duluth Streets
KBJR
    Laura Lee, Reporter
    Adam DeMuth, Photographer
The Kids Can Finally Vote
KCCI
    Eric Hanson, Reporter
    Mike Simmons, Photojournalist
    Glen Biermann, Photojournalist
    Cortney Kintzer, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #315
ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE - NEWS
Aquatic Robot
KARE
    Greg Vandegrift, Reporter
Contaminated: Coal Ash
KSTP
    Ryan Raiche, Reporter
    Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
Grebes Ballet
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
The 3M Tapes
KMSP
    Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
    Casey Hooker, Photojournalist
    Joe Augustine, Producer
Walleye Worry
KARE
    Jennifer Hoff, Reporter
    Gage Cureton, Photojournalist
Waterfront Fight Near the Wilderness
KBJR
    Dan Wolfe, Reporter
    Alex Laitala, Photographer
CATEGORY #316
HEALTH/MEDICAL - NEWS
Duluth's Health Gap
KBJR
    Jordan Mathewson, Photographer
    Sophia Lauber, Reporter
Forgetting to Remember: Iowa family shares Alzheimer’s story
WHO
    Calyn Thompson, Reporter
Going Back & Giving Back
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
Kids With Courage: Mighty Micah
KTTC
    Caitlin Alexander, Reporter
    Ethan Davis, Photographer
    Larissa Martin, Editor
Mae's Mission
Town Square Television
    Ashley Bowes, Producer
    Alexis Pearson, Reporter
Such a Bright Light
KARE
    Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
    Jason Steussy, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #317
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIA - NEWS
A Legacy Lives On
NDC4
    Dennis Rafftery, Editor
Evie's Diaries
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Chad Nelson, Photographer
Hymn marathon
KARE
    Samie Solina, Reporter
    Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
Minnesota's Decommissioned Water Towers
KARE
    Audrey Russo, Multimedia Journalist
    Jason Meyer, Photographer
Rondo's Reflections
KSTP
    Brandi Powell, Reporter
Saving a Story
KARE
    Jessica Hart, Writer
    Tommy Platek, Editor
The Homegrown History of Giant Pumpkin Competitions
Iowa PBS
    Josh Buettner, Producer
    Eric Gooden, Photographer
    Kenny Knutson, Photographer
    Darrin Clouse, Photographer
Wellstone's Green Bus Comes Back
KARE
    John Croman, Reporter
    Dave Porter, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #318
LIFESTYLE - NEWS
Celebrating 90 in Style
KBJR
    Jordan Mathewson, Photographer
    Robb Coles, Reporter
Don't Judge a J-Name by its First Letter
KARE
    Audrey Russo, Multimedia Journalist
Finding Christmas
KARE
    Samie Solina, Reporter
    Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
Loose Ends Project
KARE
    Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
    Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #319
MILITARY - NEWS
A Man Cave for the Man
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
A Return to Normandy
WCCO
    John Lauritsen, Reporter
Harlan: The 101-year old High School Graduate
KBJR
    Laura Lee, Reporter
    Alex Laitala, Photographer
Minnesotans who served in the 6888th
KMSP
    Maury Glover, Reporter
    Josh Grenier, Photojournalist
Welcome home
KARE
    Samie Solina, Reporter
    Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #320
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - NEWS
No Home on the Range
KBJR
    Dan Wolfe, Reporter
    Jordan Mathewson, Photographer
Out of State Outrage
KSTP
    Eric Rasmussen, Producer
    Monty Stuempert, Photographer
Red Engines, Red Tape
KSTP
    Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
    Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
Trouble on Election Day
KSTP
    Ryan Raiche, Reporter
    Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #321
DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - NEWS
Experiencing racism inspires 12-year-old to write a book
WOI
    Alexander Fulton, Multimedia Journalist
Handcuffed Police Review Boards
KCRG
    Cole Krutzfield, Photographer
    Brian Tabick, Reporter
Revitalizing Des Moines’ 6th Avenue Corridor
KCCI
    Olivia Tyler, Reporter
    Mike Simmons, Photojournalist
Viral Video Prompts Talk Between Black Mom and White Friend
KTTC
    Jessie Alison, Host
    Sheletta Brundidge, Producer
CATEGORY #322
SOCIETAL CONCERNS - NEWS
A Predictable Tragedy
KSTP
    Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
    Monty Stuempert, Photographer
Deadly Exposure: Fentanyl Killing MN Kids
KARE
    Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
    Kelly Dietz, Producer
    Gary Knox, Photojournalist
Losing Head Start: A Community's Concerns
WDIO
    Sabrina Ullman, Multimedia Journalist
Northland Drug Epidemic 
KBJR
    Laura Lee, Reporter
    Adam DeMuth, Photographer
CATEGORY #323
WEATHER - NEWS
Farmer Saves Men from Freezing to Death
WDAY
    Matt Henson, Multimedia Journalist
Remembering the 1950 Duluth/Superior hurricane
KBJR
    Dave Anderson, Mmj
Watching Over Waterville
KARE
    Ian Russell, Reporter
    Chad Nelson, Photographer
Wildfires Ravage the Badlands
WDAY
    Matt Henson, Photojournalist
    Finn Harrison, Photographer
CATEGORY #401
SPORTS STORY - NEWS
A "Paul" of All Trades
Town Square Television
    Ashley Bowes, Producer
    Alexis Pearson, Reporter
Back on the Bench
KARE
    Julia Daniels, Reporter
    David Porter, Photojournalist
He's Still Here
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Reporter
    Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
Smoothing Out The Rough Spots
KARE
    Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
    Ian Russell, Reporter
The Boys of Summer's final summer
WDIO
    Alicia Tipcke, Reporter
    Erik Johnson, Photographer
CATEGORY #402
SPORTS STORY - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
Iowa Life - Robbie Erickson
Iowa PBS
    Theresa Knight, Producer
    Charity Nebbe, Host
    Mark Haugen, Videographer
    Julie Knutson, Editor
    David Feingold, Editor
Lisa Bluder Retirement Tribute
HawkVision Productions
    Dalton Conrad, Editor
Mikayla McCarvel's Story
FanDuel Sports Network
    Nicole Kunkel, Producer
    Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
    Mike Novak, Photographer
    Marney Gellner, Talent
Our Wish Is to Be Like Carter
Minnesota United FC
    Sarah Korpi, Producer
    Johnny Randazzo, Editor
    Chris Greene, Editor
    Alayna Heglund, Videographer
    Nicole Rezabek, Videographer
    Samuel Plucker, Videographer
    Jon Sadeh, Videographer
The Culture & History of Iowa Football
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Producer
    Nathan McNurlen, Editor
    Brooke Schaffner, Editor
    Katie Sailer, Graphic Artist
The Legend of 22 - Caitlin Clark
HawkVision Productions
    Matthew Little, Editor
Through These Doors: Dan Johansson – Never Alone
Midco Sports
    Taylor Budge, Reporter
    Tanner Robinson, Photojournalist
Who is Bobby Bryant
Vikings Entertainment Network
    Arthur Kuh, Producer
    Lauren Pinter, Producer
    Jesse Marquette, Producer
    Allan Wertheimer, Producer
CATEGORY #403
SPORTS PROGRAM
Becoming Wild
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
    Brandon McCauley, Producer
    Marko Zitzer, Editor
    Chris Barriere, Executive Producer
    Sean Rice, Cinematographer
    Chris McMurry, Cinematographer
    Ryan Gause, Graphic Artist
    Nick Gilman, Cinematographer
    Joey Skare, Cinematographer
    Abby Kimball, Cinematographer
    Luke Erickson, Graphic Artist
Beyond Our Ice
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
    Chris Barriere, Executive Producer
    Monty Torres, Producer
    Sean Rice, Producer
    Chris McMurry, Cinematographer
    Brandon McCauley, Cinematographer
    Matt Hussey, Cinematographer
    Joey Skare, Cinematographer
    Nick Gilman, Cinematographer
    Ryan Gause, Graphic Artist
The Voyage
Vikings Entertainment Network
    Nate Vaughn, Producer
    Ryan O'Neill, Producer
    Alex Miller, Producer
    William Sheedy, Producer
    Kristina Pinero, Producer
Twins Pre-Game Show
Minnesota Twins
    Rick Palermo, Producer
    Jordan Austin, Director
    Katie Storm, Host
    Tim Laudner, Host
    Audra Martin, Reporter
    Justin Morneau, Host
    Doug Johnson, Executive Producer
    Michael Santini, Producer
    Timothy Fryer, Producer
    Gregory Pennell, Executive Producer
    Billy Chambers, Executive Producer
    Andrew Halverson, Producer
Vikings London Pregame Show
KARE
    Reginald Wilson, Anchor
    Ryan Williamson, Producer
    Will Hall, Anchor
    Julia Daniels, Anchor
    J.T. Messinger, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #404
SPORTS – ONE-TIME SPECIAL
22 & Beyond
KGAN/KFXA
    Mitch Fick, Anchor
    Owen Siebring, Anchor
    Rebecca Kopelman, Reporter
    Patrick Smith, Reporter
    Logan Schroeder, Photographer
    Scott Zimdar, Photographer
    Michael Howell, Executive Producer
    Jonathan Wagner, Director
    Bryce Hotchkiss, Motion Graphics
    Landon Martinez, Motion Graphics
Call to Cooperstown: Joe Mauer
FanDuel Sports Network
    Nicole Kunkel, Producer
    Trevor Fleck, Producer
    Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
    Pat Fischer, Photographer
    James Bothun, Photographer
    Justin Morneau, Talent
    Mike Novak, Photographer
    Chris Ritchie, Editor
    Dave Pratt, Drone Photographer
    Andrew Halverson, Producer
From St. Paul to the Hall: The Joe Mauer Story
KSTP
    Joe Schmit, Executive Producer
    Alec Ausmus, Reporter
Joe Mauer: From St. Paul to the Hall
WCCO
    Tracy Perlman, Executive Producer
    Tom Ryther, Photographer
    Ren Clayton, Talent
    Marielle Mohs, Talent
    Lewis Karpel, Photographer
The Joe Webb Energy
Vikings Entertainment Network
    Will Sheedy, Cinematographer
    Christian Rangel, Editor
    Mike Huiras, Producer
    Cy Amundson, Director
    Ryan Cardinal, Producer
    Alex Miller, Editor
    Jay Nelson, Motion Graphics
CATEGORY #405
LIVE SPORTING EVENT/GAME/SEASON
Minnesota Twins-Season Entry
Minnesota Twins
    Trevor Fleck, Producer
    Rick Palermo, Producer
    Jordan Austin, Director
    Matt Laaksonen, Director
    Matthew Gangl, Director
    Cory Provus, Sports Play-by-Play
    Justin Morneau, Sports Analyst
    Audra Martin, Reporter
    Glen Perkins, Sports Analyst
    Denard Span, Sports Analyst
    Doug Johnson, Executive Producer
    Michael Santini, Producer
Minnesota Vikings Preseason Broadcast
Vikings Entertainment Network
    Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
    Jeff Anderson, Executive Producer
    Pat O'Connor, Director
    Steve Johnson, Producer
    Skip Krueger, Producer
    Jon Ekstrom, Producer
    Sam Newton, Producer
    Paul Allen, Talent
    Pete Bercich, Talent
    Ben Leber, Talent
North Dakota Hockey 2024-25 Season
Midco Sports
    Tanner Robinson, Producer
    Greg Enkers, Producer
    Jack Neisen, Director
    Taylor Budge, Host
    Toby McDonald, Director
St. Paul Saints Baseball 2024
Saints Broadcast Network
    Steve Linzmeier, Sports Play-by-Play
    Sean Aronson, Sports Play-by-Play
    Andy Helwig, Sports Play-by-Play
    Matt Dean, Sports Play-by-Play
CATEGORY #406
SPORTS OPEN/TEASE
24-25 Timberwolves City Edition Intro Video
Minnesota Timberwolves
    Sheridan West, Producer
    Keri Thien, Producer
    Travis Higgins, Director
    Cody Rowan, Motion Graphics
    Max Sjoberg, Videographer
    Barry Andersson, Executive Producer
Dream State: Shakopee - Show Open
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
    Matt Hussey, Executive Producer
    Ian Fritz, Director
    Aaron Huber, Photographer
    Conor Murphy, Editor
    Alexander Just, Photographer
    Sheldon Powell, Photographer
    Armel Mwanatambwe, Photographer
Iowa Hawkeye Gymnastics 2025 Intro Video
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Executive Producer
    Nathan McNurlen, Producer
    Kyle Stoutenberg, Videographer
    Jack Sarcone, Videographer
    Nick Mongar, Videographer
    Chad Adams, Videographer
    Laura Formanek, Producer
    Josh De Lanoit, Motion Graphics
    Brooke Schaffner, Audio Mixer
    Katie Sailer, Motion Graphics
Showtime: Fate and the Viking Warrior
Vikings Entertainment Network
    Arthur Kuh, Producer
    Lauren Pinter, Producer
    Jesse Marquette, Producer
    Will Sheedy, Videographer
    Allan Wertheimer, Executive Producer
    Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
    Jacie Scott, Producer
    Karen Storkamp, Producer
    Blair Kelly, Talent
    Brandon Clemens, Producer
Twins Opening Day Tease
Minnesota Twins
    Doug Johnson, Executive Producer
    Michael Santini, Producer
    Matthew Ciancimino, Producer
    Timothy Fryer, Producer
    Jonathan Kudzmas, Editor
    Justin Damiano, Editor
    Casey Kulik, Producer
CATEGORY #501
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
Finding Manoomin: A Search for the Spirit of Wild Rice
Minnesota Public Radio
    Leah Lemm, Director
    Lindsey Seavert, Producer
    Ben Garvin, Cinematographer
    Alex Simpson, Audio Mixer
Journeys of Identity
Town Square Television
    Ashley Bowes, Videographer
    Trevor Blom, Editor
    Nick Anderson, Cinematographer
    Mike Bremer, Drone Photographer
    Dana Voller, Executive Producer
    Eugenia Popa, Executive Producer
    Vicki Albu, Producer
    Jodie Miller, Producer
Knit with Love
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Mike Scholtz, Editor
    Ben Dempcy, Videographer
    Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
The Pope’s Visit to Iowa
Iowa PBS
    John Torpy, Producer
    Kellie Kramer, Talent
    Tyler Brinegar, Executive Producer
    Kenny Knutson, Videographer
    Adam Welch, Videographer
    Kevin Rivers, Editor
    Alisa Dodge, Graphic Artist
    Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
WCCO at 75: The Stories That Shaped Us
WCCO
    Tracy Perlman, Executive Producer
    Kristopher Jobe, Producer
    Jake Randall, Producer
    Lewis Karpel, Photographer
    Tom Ryther, Photographer
    Nick Lunemann, Photographer
    Chris Cruz, Photographer
    Addie Chernow, Director
CATEGORY #502
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
Broadcast Wars Ep1
Twin Cities PBS
    Kevin Dragseth, Producer
    Jim Kron, Cinematographer
    Mike Phillips, Cinematographer
    Jacob Kelso, Videographer
    Lisa Blackstone, Producer
    Olivia Pelham, Producer
    Eric Pagel, Audio Mixer
    Terry Gray, Audio Mixer
    Johnny Hagen, Audio Mixer
    Jon Van Amber, Graphic Artist
    Cathy Wurzer, Executive Producer
    Daniel Bergin, Executive Producer
Cold War Secrets of Northern Minnesota
PBS North
    Mike Scholtz, Director
    AJ Larson, Videographer
    Brad Iwen, Videographer
    Jason Seboe, Videographer
    Alex Snyder, Videographer
    Tucker Nelson, Talent
Held in Minnesota: Untold WWII POW Stories
Pioneer PBS
    Susan Marks, Producer
NO STARS: How Minnesota Lost Pro Hockey
KMSP
    Sean Skinner, Director
    Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
    Amy Hockert, Reporter
Return of the Trumpeters
Steve Devon Films
    Steve Devon, Producer
Steel, Salt, Crash and Salvage
Pioneer PBS
    Tyler Gastecki, Producer
    Esmeralda Ziemer, Videographer
    Dylan Curfman, Videographer
The Empire Builder: James J. Hill & the Great Northern Rwy
Sadis Filmworks
    Stephen Sadis, Producer
    Kyle Kegley, Producer
When Rubber Hit The Road
Fireside Productions, LLC
    B.J. Hollars, Producer
CATEGORY #503
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
A Life in Motion: The Alec Majerus Story
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Kristofor Gieske, Editor
    Ben Dempcy, Videographer
All In: The SPPS Literacy Journey
Captivate Media + Consulting
    Steven Shega, Director
    Jake Sturgis, Producer
    Anna Belle Albitz, Editor
    Angelia Vang, Editor
    Claire Soisson, Motion Graphics
    Adrian Peil, Cinematographer
    Alyssa Teh, Cinematographer
    Caleb Curran, Cinematographer
    Tyson Henkels, Cinematographer
    Gisell Calderon, Cinematographer
Dream State: Shakopee
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
    Matt Hussey, Executive Producer
    Chris Barriere, Executive Producer
    Ian Fritz, Director
    Aaron Huber, Cinematographer
    Conor Murphy, Editor
    Armel Mwanatambwe, Photographer
    Zak Hanson, Editor
Hidden Middle: Runestones & Deepfakes
Propellant Films
    Matt Osterman, Producer
    John O'Sullivan, Producer
    Chris Parr, Producer
On the Edge: People & Polar Bears of a Warming Arctic
WCCO
    Erin Hassanzadeh, Executive Producer
    Aki Nace, Producer
    Brian Nemitz, Executive Producer
The Apple River Stabbing: Convicting Nicolae Miu
KMSP
    Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
    Sean Skinner, Executive Producer
    Paul Blume, Reporter
CATEGORY #504
MAGAZINE PROGRAM
Iowa Life Episode #203
Iowa PBS
    Theresa Knight, Executive Producer
    Charity Nebbe, Host
    Patrick Boberg, Producer
    Emily Kestel, Producer
    Rachel Mummey, Producer
    Darrin Clouse, Photographer
    Scott Faine, Photographer
    Eric Gooden, Photographer
    Adam Welch, Photographer
    Kenny Knutson, Photographer
    Julie Knutson, Editor
    David Feingold, Audio Mixer
Minnesota Bound: Snow Much Fun
Ron Schara Productions
    Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
    Ben Elling, Photojournalist
    Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
    Laura Schara, Host
    Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist
    Troy Knechtel, Photojournalist
    Bill Sherck, Host
    Scott Fransen, Executive Producer
    Ron Schara, Producer
Racing for Honor
PBS North
    Carly Jones, Producer
    Lance Haavisto, Producer
    AJ Larson, Photographer
Taste Buds: Sweet & Savory Pumpkin Bites
KMSP
    Michelle Truax, Director
    Brandon Middlesworth, Photographer
    Stephanie Hansen, Host
    Erik Sudheimer, Editor
    Sean Skinner, Photographer
CATEGORY #505
PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAM
Almanac 40th Anniversary Special
Twin Cities PBS
    Kari Kennedy, Producer
    Scott Trotman, Director
    Eric Eskola, Anchor
    Cathy Wurzer, Anchor
    Mary Lahammer, Reporter
    Kaomi Lee, Reporter
    Kristoffer Fernandes, Producer
    David Lein, Producer
    Terry Gray, Audio Mixer
At Issue 05-25-2025
KSTP
    Rachel Mills, Executive Producer
    Scott Carlson, Director
    Ken Trainor, Director
    Tom Hauser, Anchor
    Chris Knoll, Editor
Ellipsis Residential Program
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Producer
    Cole Bates Norum, Director
    Kyle Stoutenberg, Videographer
    Nick Mongar, Lighting
    Jack Sarcone, Videographer
    Chad Adams, Videographer
    Brooke Schaffner, Audio Mixer
    Josh De Lanoit, Motion Graphics
Inside Senior Living
PBS North
    Melissa Fritz, Executive Producer
    Steve Ash, Editor
    Lance Haavisto, Producer
    Bill Cooper, Director
    Tali Rabinowitz, Producer
    AJ Larson, Editor
    Stuart Fritz, MD, Executive Producer
Itasca Project 20 Docuseries
Rae Mackenzie Group
    Sharon Smith-Akinsanya, Executive Producer
    Patrick Brunelle, Director
    Karl Demer, Producer
    Lynn Casey Thornton, Producer
    Tim Welsh, Producer
    Todd Randall, Videographer
    Kaden Demer, Videographer
CATEGORY #506
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE
KS95's 12th Annual Clouds Choir for a Cause
Atomic K Records & Productions
    Karl Demer, Producer
    Dan Seeman, Executive Producer
    Todd Randall, Videographer
    Cory Spawn, Videographer
    Jason Wiltse, Videographer
    Dan Scuchman, Videographer
    Edwin Irwin, Videographer
    Shawn Vougeot, Videographer
    Randy Olejnicak, Audio Mixer
    Taylor Lindemann, Lighting
    Trisha Devine, Lighting
    Ryan Shaw, Audio Mixer
Nordic Echoes
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Ben Dempcy, Editor
    Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
CATEGORY #507
ENTERTAINMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT (UP TO 10 MINUTES)
Dickie: Little Conversations
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Producer
    Cole Bates Norum, Editor
    Brent Wirth, Producer
    Diana Weishaar, Producer
    Kyle Stoutenberg, Videographer
    Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
    Jack Sarcone, Videographer
    Chad Adams, Videographer
    Phil Young, Producer
Dickie: Shakes You
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Producer
    Cole Bates Norum, Producer
    Brent Wirth, Producer
    Diana Weishaar, Producer
    Kyle Stoutenberg, Videographer
    Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
    Jack Sarcone, Videographer
    Chad Adams, Videographer
    Phil Young, Producer
Jacob Pavek
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Mike Scholtz, Editor
    Ben Dempcy, Videographer
    Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
Social Cinema Live at Trilix Studio
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Producer
    Nathan McNurlen, Producer
    Kyle Stoutenberg, Videographer
    Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
    Jack Sarcone, Videographer
    Chad Adams, Videographer
    Phil Young, Producer
    Diana Weishaar, Producer
    Emily Hennessy, Editor
The Fur Coat Chronicles
Shelettamakesmelaugh.com
    Sheletta Brundidge, Producer
    Andrew Brundidge, Talent
    Cameron Brundidge, Videographer
    Travis Johansen, Videographer
    Anna Berger, Editor
    Daniel Brundidge, Talent
    Brandon Brundidge, Talent
    Cynthia Handy, Talent
CATEGORY #508
ENTERTAINMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT (LONGER THAN 10 MINUTES)
Communicating Beauty
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Kristofor Gieske, Editor
    Ben Dempcy, Videographer
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents American Apollo
Iowa PBS
    Judy Blank, Producer
    Julie Knutson, Director
    Kevin Rivers, Editor
    Neal Kyer, Editor
    David Feingold, Audio Mixer
    Darrin Clouse, Videographer
    Eric Gooden, Videographer
    Scott Faine, Videographer
    Joe Bustad, Graphic Artist
    Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
    Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
Home For The Holidays
Sioux City Symphony Orchestra | SCSO.LIVE
    Adam Gonshorowski, Producer
Rides w/Jay Thomas: Rendir homenaje
KVLY
    Ike Walker, Executive Producer
    Jay Thomas, Host
    Alex Van Eeckhout, Producer
    Wes DesJardins, Producer
    Zach Thompson, Photographer
    Shaun Myhre, Editor
    Lynn Trelstad, Graphic Artist
CATEGORY #509
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL
FIND Iowa: 99 Counties - Amish Basket Weaving
Iowa PBS
    Debra Herbold, Producer
    Abby Brown, Talent
    Reid Denker, Editor
    Bo Dodge, Graphic Artist
Kilty as Charged
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Mike Scholtz, Editor
    Ben Dempcy, Videographer
    Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
Mepps Made For The Outdoors!
Ron Schara Productions
    Bill Sherck, Producer
Music is for Everyone
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Kristofor Gieske, Editor
    Ben Dempcy, Videographer
Taste Buds: Holiday Sweets with Zoë Bakes
KMSP
    Michelle Truax, Producer
    Justin Lund, Editor
    Stephanie Hansen, Host
    Sean Skinner, Photographer
    Brandon Middlesworth, Photographer
CATEGORY #510
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
Almanac Election Outcome
Twin Cities PBS
    Mary Lahammer, Host
    Scott Trotman, Photojournalist
    Kari Kennedy, Executive Producer
2024 Clouds Choir Ambassador - Morning Show Interview
Atomic K Records & Productions
    Karl Demer, Director
    Kaden Demer, Videographer
    Todd Randall, Videographer
    Alejandro Lopez, Talent
    Crisco, Talent
    Dez, Talent
    Wes, Talent
Governor Walz on At Issue
KSTP
    Rachel Mills, Executive Producer
    Tom Hauser, Anchor
    Scott Carlson, Director
    Ken Trainor, Director
    Chris Knoll, Editor
On The Job
Edina TV
    Scott Denfeld, Director
    Scott Neal, Host
    Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #511
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT (UP TO 10 MINUTES)
Anything but Brushes
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Ben Dempcy, Editor
    Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
Central Iowa Wind Ensemble
Estuary Motion Studios
    Israel Lopez, Producer
Cowboy Mounted Shooting
Iowa PBS
    Emily Kestel, Producer
    Eric Gooden, Videographer
    Charity Nebbe, Host
    Julie Knutson, Editor
    David Feingold, Editor
John Olesen: Glassblowing
Prairie Public
    Andy Garske, Producer
Making Space for the Art
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Ben Dempcy, Editor
    Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
Meet Principal Clarinet Gabriel Campos Zamora
Minnesota Orchestra
    Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
    Adam Romey, Producer
    Gabriel Campos Zamora, Producer
    Mark Hentges, Videographer
    Ezra Gold, Editor
No Boundaries
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Mike Scholtz, Editor
    Ben Dempcy, Videographer
    Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
The Heart of Art
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Kristofor Gieske, Editor
    Ben Dempcy, Videographer
CATEGORY #512
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT (LONGER THAN 10 MINUTES)
Afrocontigbo: A Legacy of Dance
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Ben Dempcy, Editor
    Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
Detroit Lakes Trolls
Lakeland PBS
    Randy Cadwell, Producer
From the Fire Your Smith is Forged: A Journey Back to Music
Twin Cities PBS
    Kate McDonald, Producer
    Miranda Harincar, Producer
    Mercies May, Photographer
    Rachel Mueller, Photographer
    Erica Beebe, Producer
    Scott Trotman, Photographer
    Adam Geiger, Editor
    Terry Gray, Audio Mixer
    Eric Pagel, Audio Mixer
    Nathan Reopelle, Editor
    Paul Guthrie, Lighting
    Amy Melin, Executive Producer
In The Round Podcast - Year One
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Executive Producer
    Diana Weishaar, Host
    Brooke Schaffner, Audio Mixer
    Phil Young, Audio Mixer
    Brent Wirth, Producer
    Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
    Kyle Stoutenberg, Videographer
    Jack Sarcone, Videographer
    Chad Adams, Videographer
    Jesse Son, Editor
    Laura Formanek, Editor
    Emily Hennessy, Editor
Meet Minnesota Orchestra Principal Bassoon Fei Xie
Minnesota Orchestra
    Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
    Adam Romey, Producer
    Fei Xie, Producer
    Mark Hentges, Videographer
    J. Scott Buckley, Audio Mixer
    Adam Geiger, Editor
CATEGORY #513
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
Building Connections at Bricks and Minifigs
Quad Cities Community Television
    Cory Laing, Producer
Rebuilding the American Clothing Industry
Iowa PBS
    Colleen Krantz, Producer
    Jonathan Thompson, Videographer
    Adam Welch, Videographer
    David Miller, Producer
    Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
    David Feingold, Editor
    Kevin Rivers, Editor
So You Sunk
Pioneer PBS
    Bret Amundson, Producer
    Dan Amundson, Videographer
Taste Buds: Endless Pastabilities
KMSP
    Michelle Truax, Producer
    Stephanie Hansen, Talent
    Erik Sudheimer, Editor
    Sean Skinner, Photographer
    Brandon Middlesworth, Photographer
Your Money: Inside Look at the Booming Sports Card Industry
KARE
    Gordon Severson, Talent
    Jason Steussy, Photographer
CATEGORY #514
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS/YOUTH - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
10,000 Youth Ice Anglers Project
Pioneer PBS
    Bret Amundson, Producer
    Dan Amundson, Photographer
Faribault Community Schools
Blue Key Media
    Dan West, Producer
    Adam Lusch, Editor
    Jared Myers, Graphics Animator
Julia Battern Nature Teacher
Ron Schara Productions
    Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
    Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
Two schools' paths demonstrate joy, pain of charter model
StarTribune
    Amanda Anderson, Video Essayist
CATEGORY #515
ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
A Superior Threat
Pioneer PBS
    Bret Amundson, Host
    Bradley Keely, Editor
    Cindy Dorn, Producer
    Mickey Reed, Motion Graphics
All about the Pheasant
Ron Schara Productions
    Ron Schara, Writer
Born to Roar: The Birth of Tiger Cubs
Blue Key Media
    Dan West, Producer
    Adam Lusch, Videographer
    Jared Myers, Editor
Ed the Diver
Ron Schara Productions
    Troy Knechtel, Photographer
    Bill Scherck, Producer
Is the World's Oldest Rock Hiding in Plain Sight?
Science In The City
    Emily Driscoll, Producer
    Gillian Driscoll, Photographer
Russ Pilegaard
Ron Schara Productions
    Ron Schara, Writer
Ryan Rumpca: Capturing the Northern Spirit
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Justin Streichman, Editor
    Ben Dempcy, Videographer
    Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
The City for the Trees
Story Time with Steve & Micah
    Micah Davis, Videographer
    Steve Betchkal, Producer
CATEGORY #516
HEALTH/MEDICAL - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
A Heart of Gold
Town Square Television
    Trevor Blom, Photographer
    Dennis Rafftery, Producer
A Mother's Second Chance - Emily's Story
Blue Key Media
    Dan West, Producer
    Adam Lusch, Director
Clouds Choir 2024: Meet Alejandro
Atomic K Records & Productions
    Karl Demer, Producer
    Kaden Demer, Videographer
    Todd Randall, Videographer
    Alejandro Lopez, Talent
From the Medical Field to Hay Fields
Sanford Health News
    Jason Anschutz, Producer
    Lonnie Nichols, Photographer
    Don McLeer, Photographer
    Travis Jensen, Photographer
How to Care
Center For The Art Of Medicine, University Of Minnesota Medical School
    Jon Hallberg, Producer
    Brennan Vance, Director
    Sam Thompson, Motion Graphics
    Caitlin Hartgarten, Motion Graphics
    Tom Hambleton, Audio Mixer
    Michael Sandness, Visual Effects
CATEGORY #517
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIA - SHORT FORM CONTENT (UP TO 10 MINUTES)
Celebrating 50 Years at Orchestra Hall
Minnesota Orchestra
    Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
    Adam Romey, Producer
    Gwen Pappas, Producer
    Mark Hentges, Videographer
    Chase Hentges, Videographer
    Ryan Klabunde, Editor
Cyrus M. Running Mural
Prairie Public
    Mary Balstad, Producer
Four Strangers
Twin Cities PBS
    Sergio M. Rapu, Producer
    Abdifatah Abdi, Producer
    Anahita Champion, Producer
    Joua Lee Grande, Producer
    Pallav Kumar, Producer
    Cate Honzl, Writer
    Jacob Kelso, Videographer
    Rachel Mueller, Videographer
    Michael Phillips, Videographer
    Terry Gray, Audio Mixer
    Nathan Reopelle, Editor
    Marissa Blahnik, Executive Producer
Holy Maple Syrup
Ron Schara Productions
    Kelly Jo McDonnell, Writer
    Pete Hermann-Franzen, Videographer
    Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
Little Italy Family is Everything
Prairie Public
    Barbara Gravel, Producer
    Ann Hall Anderson, Editor
CATEGORY #518
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIA - LONG FORM CONTENT (LONGER THAN 10 MINUTES)
A Life Lived by Faith
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Kristofor Gieske, Editor
    Ben Dempcy, Videographer
Music Making History: How A Song Saved a Theater
Minnesota Historical Society
    Ned Hurley, Editor
    Brett Baldwin, Producer
Remember the Magic: A look back at Daytons Holiday Shows
Twin Cities PBS
    Susan Marks, Producer
    Olivia Pelham, Producer
    Luke Heikkila, Producer
    Lisa Blackstone, Producer
    Matt Ehling, Cinematographer
    Jim Kron, Videographer
    Ezra Gold, Editor
    Terry Gray, Audio Mixer
    Adam Geiger, Editor
    Kevin Dragseth, Editor
    Ben Malley, Graphic Artist
    Daniel Pierce Bergin, Executive Producer
Taking Flight: Tom Clifford & John Odegard
University Of North Dakota Aerospace Network
    David Kuznicki, Producer
    Bob Cary, Producer
CATEGORY #519
LIFESTYLE - SHORT FORM CONTENT (UP TO 10 MINUTES)
Bird Dogs First Hunt
Ron Schara Productions
    Scott Fransen, Writer
Driven to Excellence
Pioneer PBS
    Dana Conroy, Producer
    Kristofor Gieske, Editor
    Ben Dempcy, Videographer
Jonathan Laing's Outdoor Adventures
Ron Schara Productions
    Pete Hermann-Franzen, Editor
    Aaron Achtenberg, Photographer
    Kelly Jo McDonnell, Writer
Luke & Jenny
Story Time with Steve & Micah
    Micah Davis, Videographer
    Steve Betchkal, Writer
Waconia Ice Boats
Ron Schara Productions
    Troy Knechtel, Photographer
    Alexa Score, Producer
CATEGORY #520
LIFESTYLE - LONG FORM CONTENT (LONGER THAN 10 MINUTES)
Mounting A Memory
Pioneer PBS
    Bret Amundson, Producer
    Dan Amundson, Editor
My Town
The Brookshire Company
    Cory Hepola, Producer
    Gerry Norton, Producer
    Micah Kvidt, Producer
    Jenna Kvidt, Producer
Road Trip Iowa - Driftless Area Scenic Byway
Iowa PBS
    Kelsey Kremer, Producer
    Dan Bolsem, Producer
    John Torpy, Producer
    Tyler Brinegar, Executive Producer
    Darrin Clouse, Videographer
    Eric Gooden, Videographer
    Kenny Knutson, Videographer
    Adam Welch, Videographer
    Neal Kyer, Editor
    David Feingold, Audio Mixer
    Kevin Rivers, Audio Mixer
    Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
Taste Buds Season 2 Premiere: State Fair with Nur-D
KMSP
    Michelle Truax, Producer
    Stephanie Hansen, Producer
    Sean Skinner, Photographer
    Brandon Middlesworth, Photographer
CATEGORY #521
MILITARY - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
It's Never Left Me
Prairie Public
    Matt Olien, Producer
    Mary Balstad, Editor
Never Alone in the Fight: Veterans Bond Goes Beyond Service
Avera Health
    Jake Iversen, Talent
    Sarah Albers, Videographer
    Michelle Pokorney, Producer
    Cale Feller, Producer
    Lindsey Meyers, Producer
Struggle & Success: Women in the Military
Prairie Public
    Matt Olien, Producer
    Mary Balstad, Editor
Veteran’s Cancer Battle
Sanford Health News
    Matt Holsen, Producer
    Lonnie Nichols, Photographer
Wounded
Prairie Public
    Matt Olien, Producer
    Ann Hall Anderson, Editor
CATEGORY #522
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
Almanac at the Capitol
Twin Cities PBS
    Mary Lahammer, Host
    Kristoffer Fernandes, Producer
    Scott Trotman, Director
    Terry Gray, Audio Mixer
Black Entrepreneurs Day at MN State Capitol
Shelettamakesmelaugh.com
    Sheletta Brundidge, Executive Producer
    Anna Berger, Videographer
    Katie Hennen, Videographer
    KingDemetrius Pendleton, Photographer
    Brian McDaniel, Producer
    Fanchon Goode, Producer
    Joanne Brockington, Producer
    Carla Zbacnik, Producer
    Adrienne Diercks, Producer
    Nancy Lyons, Talent
    Patricia Aiken, Producer
    Chevel Johnson, Producer
Journey from Hmong Refugees to Minnesota Veterans
Minnesota Senate Media Services
    Robert J. Fassino, Producer
    Mark E. Martinez, Executive Producer
    Andrew Olmscheid, Photographer
CATEGORY #523
DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
After George Floyd
KMSP
    Symone Woolridge, Reporter
    Vanshay Murdock, Editor
    Joe Augustine, Producer
Black Entrepreneurs Day at the Capitol
Shelettamakesmelaugh.com
    Sheletta Brundidge, Talent
    Anna Berger, Videographer
    Katie Hennen, Videographer
    Estrella Carter, Talent
    Dr. Quintarias Lester, Talent
    Tom Northenscold, Photographer
    LaToya White, Talent
    Anndrea Young, Talent
    Michael Roberts, Talent
    Vannesia Thomas, Talent
    Jim Nash, Talent
    Kevyn Burger, Producer
The Write Stuff: Pearl Young's Language of Flight
University Of North Dakota Aerospace Network
    David Kuznicki, Producer
    Bob Cary, Producer
Twin Cities Habitat: Build Forward Together
Captivate Media + Consulting
    Steven Shega, Producer
    Jake Sturgis, Producer
    Vanessa M. H. Powers, Editor
    Claire Soisson, Motion Graphics
    Anna Belle Albitz, Cinematographer
    Adrian Peil, Cinematographer
    Caleb Curran, Cinematographer
    Alyssa Teh, Cinematographer
    Angelia Vang, Cinematographer
    Tyson Henkels, Cinematographer
VOICES
WCCO
    Reg Chapman, Host
    Addie Chernow, Director
CATEGORY #524
SOCIETAL CONCERNS - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
Beyond the Badge: Circle of Discipline
Edina TV
    Dan Carpenter, Producer
Gilda's Club - The Karl Demer Story
Atomic K Records & Productions
    Karl Demer, Producer
    Kaden Demer, Videographer
Iowa Life - Urban Bicycle Food Ministry
Iowa PBS
    Rachel Mummey, Producer
    Darrin Clouse, Videographer
    Adam Welch, Videographer
    Kenny Knutson, Videographer
    Julie Knutson, Editor
    David Feingold, Audio Mixer
Lifting Voices
KARE
    Alexis Rogers, Executive Producer
Passing the Torch of Protection
Marketing Wurks
    Justin Cubbage, Producer
Planting a Mini-Forest in Rondo
Minnesota Department Of Natural Resources
    Nick Frantzen, Producer
CATEGORY #525
WEATHER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
Spring Into Action: ABC 6 Severe Weather Special
KAAL
    Bob Korkowski, Motion Graphics
    Paul Dunn, Executive Producer
    Brian Wise, Cinematographer
    Randy Brock, Host
    Robin Wolfram, Host
    Nathaniel Manning, Editor
    David Church, Editor
    Brandon Marshall, Reporter
    Paige Bremer, Producer
    Aidan Cera, Reporter
CATEGORY #601
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Iowa One Call: Even Ronnie Knows Campaign
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Executive Producer
    Cole Bates Norum, Director
    Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
    Kyle Stoutenberg, Videographer
    Jack Sarcone, Videographer
    Chad Adams, Videographer
    Alex Rich, Producer
    Brooke Schaffner, Audio Mixer
    Josh De Lanoit, Visual Effects
One Choice Can Change Everything
Emily's Hope
    Angela Kennecke, Producer
    Jacob Vande Vegte, Videographer
Our Roots: Where Good Things Grow
Ron Nichols Communications
    Ron Nichols, Producer
    Joe Dickie, Videographer
    Charlie Dickie, Videographer
    Cat Bailey, Graphic Artist
    Lynn Betts, Executive Producer
    Maya Tuttle, Talent
The University of Iowa: Nursing Healthy Minds PSA Campaign
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Executive Producer
    Cole Bates Norum, Director
    Laura Formanek, Director
    Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
    Chad Adams, Videographer
    Kyle Stoutenberg, Videographer
    Jack Sarcone, Videographer
    Megan Stelter, Producer
    Brooke Schaffner, Audio Mixer
CATEGORY #602
COMMERCIAL
"Science On" for the Science Museum of Minnesota
Walk The Moon Media
    Sara Leeper, Producer
    Barry Andersson, Director
    Shannon Olson, Executive Producer
    Will Mckeand, Writer
    Joe Kronenberg, Editor
    Luke Harper, Audio Mixer
    Travis Higgins, Cinematographer
Golden Rule : Times Change
Luminary Creative
    Jacob Moyer, Producer
    Mike Caudle, Producer
    Jesse Peters, Producer
    Greg Romans, Producer
Pancheros: Bob The Tool Campaign
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Executive Producer
    Nathan McNurlen, Director
    Emma Reed, Executive Producer
    Cole Bates Norum, Writer
    Brent Wirth, Producer
    Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
    Kyle Stoutenberg, Videographer
    Jack Sarcone, Videographer
    Chad Adams, Videographer
    Brooke Schaffner, Audio Mixer
    Josh De Lanoit, Motion Graphics
    Katie Sailer, Motion Graphics
Step Your Game Up: UNRL 2025 Super Bowl Commercial
UNRL
    Troy Beckman, Executive Producer
    Matthew Brue, Executive Producer
Vikings International Collection Commercial
Vikings Entertainment Network
    Jordan Struck, Producer
    Will Sheedy, Cinematographer
    Ashley Harris, Photographer
    Amory Coleman-Reeves, Videographer
    Kristina Pinero, Videographer
CATEGORY #603
PROMOTION – NEWS - NEWS PROMOTION – TOPICAL (SINGLE SPOT OR CAMPAIGN)
After George Floyd: 5 Years. 5 Stories.
KMSP
    Samy Vernet, Editor
    Burke Daneman, Executive Producer
    David Pint, Producer
    Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphic Artist
Apple River Stabbing: Convicting Nicolae Miu
KMSP
    David Pint, Producer
    Burke Daneman, Executive Producer
    Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphic Artist
Greenfield Strong: One Year After the Devastation
KCCI
    Jordy Triana, Producer
Normandy: 80 Years Later
WCCO
    Erica Jansen, Producer
    John Lauritsen, Talent
    Sam Gullickson, Visual Effects
    James Ankeny, Photographer
Santa Tracker
KTIV
    Keeley Engelson, Producer
    Elizabeth Breen, Writer
Viking Ship
WCCO
    Kevin Kamin, Director
    Sam Gullickson, Graphics Animator
    Maria Vos, Graphic Artist
    Betty Nicole Giles, Executive Producer
    Frank Vascellaro, Talent
    Amelia Santaniello, Talent
    Chris Shaffer, Talent
CATEGORY #604
PROMOTION – NEWS - NEWS PROMOTION – IMAGE (SINGLE SPOT OR CAMPAIGN)
Black History Month Sharing Voices Shaping Tomorrow
KCCI
    Jordy Triana, Producer
    Emily McCurdy, Drone Photographer
    Leia Bacuyag, Editor
Caddie Meteorologist
KSTP
    Kevin Salo, Producer
    Taylor Stein, Photographer
Dakota News Now Image 2025
KSFY/KDLT
    Joshua Gates, Producer
Road Warrior Image Campaign
KGAN/KFXA
    Darrin Fullerton, Producer
    Hunter Gary, Producer
    Zachary Zahn, Videographer
Storm Team 8: Strength of a Promise
KCCI
    Leia Bacuyag, Producer
    Jordy Triana, Photographer
    Mark Peterson, Photographer
    Kathy Wiseman, Photographer
    Kristen Joyal, Writer
CATEGORY #605
PROMOTION – NON-NEWS - PROGRAM/IMAGE PROMOTION
40 Years of Public Access TV
SPEAK MPLS
    Rebecca Smith, Producer
    Hamil Griffin-Cassidy, Director
    Destiny Roberts, Editor
Home of The Brave
KCCI
    Erin Liu, Producer
    Jordy Triana, Videographer
Taste Buds with Stephanie 2024 Image
KMSP
    Michelle Truax, Executive Producer
    Justin Lund, Editor
    Brandon Middlesworth, Editor
    Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Producer
    Burke Daneman, Producer
    Sean Skinner, Photographer
    Stephanie Hansen, Talent
The Neighborhood Name Debacle
KSTC
    Taylor Stein, Producer
    Kevin Salo, Photographer
CATEGORY #606
PROMOTION – SPORTS - SPORTS PROMOTION
20 Years of Tournaments on 45TV
KSTC
    Taylor Stein, Producer
2025 Vikings Schedule Release
Vikings Entertainment Network
    Alex Miller, Videographer
    Bryan Harper, Producer
    Jackie Ramacher, Producer
    Heather Larsen, Producer
    Laney Austin, Producer
    Alli Rusco, Photographer
    Will Sheedy, Cinematographer
    Davis Pruett, Motion Graphics
    Tessa Carter, Producer
    Kristin Mathis, Producer
    Mallory Louis, Videographer
State of Hockey - Minnesota Wild
JayByrd Films
    Jay Christensen, Drone Photographer
    Owen Hofman, Videographer
    Taylor Lewin, Editor
    Erik Nelson, Producer
    Austin Beery, Videographer
    Cody Anderson, Videographer
The Roundtable
Spectrum News
    Samuel Mark, Producer
    Salvatore Melaragno, Producer
    Samuel Johnson, Cinematographer
    David Plantz, Producer
    Giancarlo Mariutto, Writer
CATEGORY #607
BRANDED CONTENT - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
Best Buy, Best Shot
JayByrd Films
    Jay Christensen, Drone Photographer
    Kym Carranza-Meurer, Director
    Jake Woodbridge, Producer
    Emily Erhart, Producer
    Taylor Lewin, Audio Mixer
    Connor McLevish, Audio Mixer
Make A Wish Iowa: Morgan's Story
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Executive Producer
    Nathan McNurlen, Director
    Sara Engelhart, Producer
    Kyle Stoutenberg, Videographer
    Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
    Jack Sarcone, Videographer
    Brooke Schaffner, Audio Mixer
    Megan Stelter, Producer
    Katie Sailer, Motion Graphics
Northside Barbershop
KNOCK Inc.
    Jules Ameel, Producer
The Pancheros Burrito Lift: A Hawkeye Game Day Tradition
Trilix
    Brett Adams, Executive Producer
    Nathan McNurlen, Producer
    Cole Bates Norum, Producer
    Brent Wirth, Producer
    Emma Reed, Executive Producer
    Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
    Chad Adams, Videographer
    Jack Sarcone, Videographer
    Kyle Stoutenberg, Videographer
    Josh De Lanoit, Motion Graphics
    Katie Sailer, Motion Graphics
    Brooke Schaffner, Audio Mixer
We Are The State of Hockey
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
    Ryan Gause, Producer
    Chris Barriere, Executive Producer
    Marko Zitzer, Producer
    Kent Militzer, Audio Mixer
    Matt Jasper, Drone Photographer
Za'Nari's Wish
UnitedHealth Group - Tilt Studios
    Andrew McNally, Photographer
    Tonya Femal, Producer
    Todd Isaacs, Editor
    Amanda Snyder, Photographer
CATEGORY #701
ANCHOR - NEWS
Chenue Her
KMSP
    Chenue Her, Anchor
Jana Shortal
KARE
    Jana Shortal, Anchor
Morgan Wolfe
KARE
    Morgan Wolfe, Anchor
Timothy Blotz
KMSP
    Timothy Blotz, Anchor
CATEGORY #702
ANCHOR - WEATHER
Chris Reece Composite
KSTP
    Chris Reece, Meteorologist
Matt Serwe Composite
KSTP
    Matt Serwe, Meteorologist
Owen Basselman Composite
KTIV
    Owen Basselman, Meteorologist
Zane Satre Composite
KCCI
    Zane Satre, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #703
ANCHOR - SPORTS
Ahmad Hicks Composite
KMSP
    Ahmad Hicks, Anchor
David Brown Composite
Midco Sports
    David Brown, Anchor
Keith Murphy Composite
WHO
    Keith Murphy, Anchor
Owen Siebring - Composite
KGAN/KFXA
    Owen Siebring, Anchor
Will Hall Composite
KARE
    Will Hall, Anchor
CATEGORY #704
TALENT - REPORTER
A.J. Lagoe AKA Gabe's Dad Reports
KARE
    A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
Heidi Wigdahl Composite
KARE
    Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
Nathan O'Neal Reporting
KMSP
    Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
Rasmussen Unscripted
KSTP
    Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
CATEGORY #705
TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
Bill Sherck's 2024 Favorites!
Ron Schara Productions
    Bill Sherck, Host
Cory Hepola: My Town
The Brookshire Company
    Cory Hepola, Talent
Stephanie Hansen: Taste Buds
KMSP
    Stephanie Hansen, Host
Tatum Everett Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
    Tatum Everett, Host
CATEGORY #706
SPORTS PLAY-BY-PLAY/ANALYST
David Brown Composite
Midco Sports
    David Brown, Sports Play-by-Play
Jay Elsen - Play By Play
Midco Sports
    Jay Elsen, Sports Play-by-Play
Jim Petersen Composite
FanDuel Sports Network
    Jim Petersen, Sports Analyst
CATEGORY #709
WRITER - NEWS
Bill Patten's Blue Skies
KMSP
    Timothy Blotz, Writer
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
    Boyd Huppert, Writer
Michelle Baik Composite
KARE
    Michelle Baik, Writer
CATEGORY #710
WRITER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
21 Roots
Pioneer PBS
    Cindy Dorn, Writer
Cleared for Takeoff
University Of North Dakota Aerospace Network
    David Kuznicki, Writer
Taking Flight: Tom Clifford & John Odegard
University Of North Dakota Aerospace Network
    David Kuznicki, Writer
Tales of the Outdoors
Ron Schara Productions
    Kelly Jo McDonnell, Writer
Vietnam 50 Years Later
WCCO
    Pauleen Le, Writer
CATEGORY #711
GRAPHIC ARTS - MOTION GRAPHICS/ VISUAL EFFECTS/COMPOSITING
Arthur Kuh Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
    Arthur Kuh, Motion Graphics
Athene Protector & Accumulator Motion Graphics
Trilix
    Josh De Lanoit, Motion Graphics
    Katie Sailer, Motion Graphics
MC22 Sports Opens Composite
Mediacom, MC22
    Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
Ryan Gause Composite
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
    Ryan Gause, Motion Graphics
CATEGORY #712
DIRECTOR - NEWSCAST OR LIVE/RECORDED LIVE PROGRAM
Addie Chernow Composite
WCCO
    Addie Chernow, Director
Election Night 2024
KWWL
    Jeff Sandlin, Director
Isaac Rice Composite
CCX Media/Northwest Community Television
    Isaac Rice, Director
Jamie Rogers Composite
KARE
    Jamie Rogers, Director
Severe Weather Coverage
KSTP
    Nicki Cunningham, Director
Trevor Huber Composite
KTIV
    Trevor Huber, Director
CATEGORY #713
DIRECTOR - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
Cleared for Takeoff
University of North Dakota Aerospace Network
    David Kuznicki, Director
Cory Hepola: My Town
The Brookshire Company
    Cory Hepola, Director
Dickie: Shakes You
Trilix
    Cole Bates Norum, Director
Stage: Music Docu-Series Composite
Twin Cities PBS
    Kate McDonald, Director
Taking Flight: Tom Clifford & John Odegard
University Of North Dakota Aerospace Network
    David Kuznicki, Director
CATEGORY #714
EDITOR - NEWS/SPORTS
Caitlin Clark Iowa Career Mixtape
HawkVision Productions
    Dalton Conrad, Editor
Casey Hooker Composite
KMSP
    Casey Hooker, Editor
Dayturn Daddy Composite
KARE
    Tommy Platek, Editor
Jason Steussy Composite
KARE
    Jason Steussy, Editor
Surviving Flight 4819
KARE
    Devin Krinke, Editor
CATEGORY #715
EDITOR - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
Broadcast Wars
Twin Cities PBS
    Nathan Reopelle, Editor
Cleared for Takeoff
University of North Dakota Aerospace Network
    David Kuznicki, Editor
Drawn to the Stars
University of North Dakota Aerospace Network
    David Kuznicki, Editor
LUMINARY 2025 Editor Reel
Luminary Creative
    Jacob Moyer, Editor
Micah Davis Editor Composite
Story Time with Steve & Micah
    Micah Davis, Editor
CATEGORY #716
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS/SPORTS
Dayturn Daddy Composite
KARE
    Tommy Platek, Photographer
Devin Krinke Composite
KARE
    Devin Krinke, Photographer
Iowa Athletics All-Sport Highlight
HawkVision Productions
    Dalton Conrad, Videographer
Lunemann 2025 Photography Composite
WCCO
    Nick Lunemann, Photographer
CATEGORY #717
PHOTOGRAPHER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
Hoppers!
Ron Schara Productions
    Aaron Achtenberg, Videographer
Kenny Knutson Composite
Iowa PBS
    Kenny Knutson, Videographer
LUMINARY 2025 Cinematographer Reel
Luminary Creative
    Jacob Moyer, Cinematographer
Micah Kvidt: My Town
The Brookshire Company
    Micah Kvidt, Cinematographer
Return of the Trumpeters
Steve Devon Films
    Steve Devon, Videographer
CATEGORY #718
VIDEO ESSAYIST
Ballin' in Dakota County
Town Square Television
    Trevor Blom, Video Essayist
Biking Eau Claire Bridges
Soul Shine Creative Studio
    Micah Davis, Video Essayist
Fishing for a Buick
KARE
    David Peterlinz, Video Essayist
High Water Sorrow
KARE
    Devin Krinke, Video Essayist
CATEGORY #719
MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST
Chaz Mootz Shoots
CCX Media/Northwest Community Television
    Chaz Mootz, Multimedia Journalist
Severson Solo Stories
KARE
    Gordon Severson, Multimedia Journalist
The Cheers of West St. Paul
NDC4
    Dennis Rafftery, Multimedia Journalist
Trimesters & Tripods
KARE
    Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist
CATEGORY #720
SOLO STORYTELLER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
Dan Carpenter Composite
Edina TV
    Dan Carpenter, Producer
Joe Mauer Cooperstown Composite
Bally Sports North
    James Bothun, Solo Storyteller
Justin Cubbage Composite
EAPC
    Justin Cubbage, Solo Storyteller
Kings in the North: Lake Sturgeon Recovery in the Red River
Minnesota Department Of Natural Resources
    Nick Frantzen, Solo Storyteller
CATEGORY #101
OVERALL EXCELLENCE
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI - Iowa's News Leader
KCCI
• Brian Sather, General Manager
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KMSP FOX 9
KMSP
• Marian Kessler, General Manager
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KARE 11
KARE
• Doug Wieder, General Manager
CATEGORY #102
NEWS EXCELLENCE
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5 Eyewitness News - A Year of News Excellence
KSTP
• Kirk Varner, News Director
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WDAY-TV News
WDAY
• Jeff Nelson, News Director
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Dakota News Now
KSFY/KDLT
• Kevin King, News Director
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KARE 11 News
KARE
• Stacey Nogy, News Director
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KMSP FOX 9
KMSP
• Kelly Huffman, News Director
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KCCI 8 News
KCCI
• Allison Smith, News Director
CATEGORY #103
SPORTS EXCELLENCE
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Vikings Entertainment Network
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
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Midco Sports
Midco Sports
• Craig DeWit, General Manager
CATEGORY #104
COMMUNITY SERVICE
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Black Entrepreneurs Day at the Minnesota State Capitol
Shelettamakesmelaugh.com
• Sheletta Brundidge, Executive Producer
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Mock Car Crash 2024 - Short Film - Forest Lake MN
Lakes Area TV
• Paul Peterson, Producer
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KARE 11 Community
KARE
• Alexis Rogers, Executive Producer
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Covid Confessions: Food Systems
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer
CATEGORY #201
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 1-75)
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The 4: Breaking Weather & Bridge Collapse
WCCO
• Annie Kelby, Producer
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
• Erin Hassanzadeh, Anchor
• Jeff Wagner, Anchor
• Mike Augustyniak, Meteorologist
• Derek James, Reporter
• Tony Peterson, Photographer
• Joe Berglove, Photographer
• Jonah Kaplan, Reporter
• Brandon King, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tragedy in Perry, Iowa
WOI
• Simon Daniels, Producer
• Kate Boles, Producer
• Mark Albers, Producer
• Phil Lemen, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Sunrise
KARE
• Jordy Foy, Producer
• Jessica Viti, Producer
• Corinne Stay, Producer
• Elizabeth Tewolde, Producer
• Shelley Stridsberg, Producer
• Jason Hackett, Anchor
• Cece Gaines, Anchor
• John Zeigler, Anchor
• Michelle Baik, Reporter
• Audrey Russo, Reporter
• Carlie Ott, Director
• Meghan Scott, Director
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WCCO Mornings 6am Newscast
WCCO
• Heather Brown, Anchor
• A.J. Hilton, Anchor
• Andrew Osterbauer, Producer
• Kolton Knapp, Producer
• Andrew Delancey, Producer
• Joseph Dames, Meteorologist
• Pauleen Le, Reporter
• Nicholas Boeke, Photographer
• Shayla Reaves, Reporter
• Joel Thurston, Photographer
• Wade Mesenbring, Director
• Joshua Supik, Director
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KCCI 8 News This Morning July 27, 2023
KCCI
• Shannon Turner, Producer
• Eric Hanson, Anchor
• Amanda Countryman, Director
• Alyssa Gomez, Reporter
• Alyx Sacks, Anchor
• Scott Carpenter, Anchor
• Hope Ehling, Producer
• Jacob Jansen, Producer
• Jason Sydejko, Anchor
• Charles Fulbright, Anchor
CATEGORY #202
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 76-120)
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WDAY Breaking News Morning
WDAY
• Scott Engen, Anchor
• Lisa Budeau, Anchor
• Lydia Blume, Anchor
• Dillon Vogt, Reporter
• Drew Trafton, Producer
• Ben Amell, Director
• Ryan Stacy, Director
• Elisha Deluhery, Producer
• Katrina Rector, Producer
• Jayden Fore, Producer
• Travis Askerooth, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KELOLAND News First@4
KELO
• Hannah Foster, Producer
• Bridget Bennett, Anchor
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor
• Tom Hanson, Reporter
• Meghan Chada, Anchor
• Summer Raderschadt, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Jacob Newton, Reporter
• Tyler Louder, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Haili Cornell, Director
• Anya Joseph, Reporter
CATEGORY #203
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 121+)
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Northern News Now Today Winter Storm Coverage
KBJR
• Natalie Hoepner, Producer/Anchor
• Mitchell Zimmermann, Reporter
• Anthony Nargi, Meteorologist
• Matt Rasmussen, Director
• Derald Lean, Photographer
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Daybreak Newscast May 10 Governor's Fishing Opener
KIMT
• Andrew Boysen, Producer
• Cora McCollough, Producer
• Sean Macaday, Meteorologist
• Annalise Johnson, Anchor
• Ryan Juntti, Anchor
• Jacob Butler, Director
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KTIV News 4 Today - Nov. 22, 2023
KTIV
• Al Joens, Anchor
• Phillip Prather, Producer
• Taylor Deckert, Anchor
• Jacob Howard, Reporter
• Carmelo Lattuca, Meteorologist
• Trevor Huber, Director
• Greg Fisher, Director
• Acacia Phillips, Photographer
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KTTC News Today: First Alert Day
KTTC
• Kelsey Marier, Anchor
• Stevan Stojanovic, Producer
• Kendall Schears, Producer
• Jess Abrahamson, Anchor
• Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
• David Burgett, Meteorologist
• Darian Leddy, Reporter
• Kaylee Dirschel, Photographer
• James Skifter, Director
• Mike Crowley, Director
CATEGORY #204
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 1-75)
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First Responders Killed
WCCO
• Larry Brown, Producer
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Derek James, Anchor
• David Schuman, Reporter
• Jonah Kaplan, Reporter
• Ren Clayton, Anchor
• Kris Berg, Photographer
• Joe Berglove, Photographer
• Joe Van Ryn, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 News at 10
KARE
• Jennifer Griffin, Producer
• Jack Lee, Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Randy Shaver, Anchor
• Belinda Jensen, Anchor
• Reggie Wilson, Anchor
• Danny Spewak, Reporter
• Samie Solina, Reporter
• Jennifer Hoff, Reporter
• Julia Daniels, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Final Farewell
WCCO
• Leah Henry, Producer
• Zach Hammer, Producer
• Nick Streiff, Producer
• Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield, Reporter
• Allen Henry, Reporter
• Jennifer Hibbard, Director
• Aristedes Mendoza, Photographer
• Joe Van Ryn, Photographer
• Benjamin Harper, Photographer
• Max Curtis, Editor
• Dave Schwab, Photographer
• Jeff Wagner, Anchor
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FOX 9 News at 6 - Fallen Heroes Farewell
KMSP
• Amber Meyer, Producer
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KCCI 8 News at 5:00 January 4, 2024
KCCI
• Tisa Tollenaar, Producer
• Jodi Long, Anchor
• Laura Terrell, Anchor
• Beau Bowman, Reporter
• Ophelie Jacobson, Reporter
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
• Cortney Kintzer, Photographer
• Brandon Green, Photographer
• Tyler Stone, Editor
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Ben Kaplan, Anchor
• Kayla James, Reporter
CATEGORY #205
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 76-120)
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Community Honors Officer Jake Wallin
WDAY
• Dana Mogck, Anchor
• Kerstin Kealy, Anchor
• Ben Rieke, Producer
• Kayla Muehler, Producer
• John Beaudine, Director
• Matt Henson, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Nick Broadway, Reporter
• Ryan Longnecker, Photographer
• Finn Harrison, Photographer
• John Wheeler, Meteorologist
• Cullen Holt, Anchor
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Wrapping 7 hours of breaking news
KVLY
• Renee Nygren, Producer
• Gretchen Hjelmstad, Producer
• Stacie Van Dyke, Anchor
• Justin Betti, Anchor
• Kortney Lockey, Reporter
• Alix Larsen, Reporter
• Devin Fry, Photographer
• Zach Thompson, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WDAY LIVE from National Police Week in Washington, D.C.
WDAY
• Kerstin Kealy, Anchor
• Dana Mogck, Anchor
• Matt Henson, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Ryan Longnecker, Photographer
• Finn Harrison, Photographer
• Kayla Muehler, Producer
• Ben Rieke, Producer
• John Beaudine, Director
• John Wheeler, Meteorologist
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Honoring Fallen Officer Jake Wallin
KVLY
• Renee Nygren, Producer
• Stacie Van Dyke, Anchor
• Justin Betti, Anchor
CATEGORY #206
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 121+)
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News 4 at 10 - Nebraska and Iowa Tornadoes
KTIV
• Brandon Irvine, Producer
• Kristen Barnes, Director
• Jessica Bowman, Anchor
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Keith W. Bliven, Photographer
• Acacia Phillips, Photographer
• Cat Taylor, Meteorologist
• Joseph McMahan, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KIMT News 3 Covers Hot Air Balloon Crash
KIMT
• Destinee Marking, Producer
• Kamie Roesler, Anchor
• Aaron White, Meteorologist
• Mary Peters, Anchor
• Emma Esteb, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Brandon Bachstahler, Photographer
• Guifeng Huang, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fire destroys historic Lutsen Lodge
KBJR
• Sophia Varner, Producer
• Dan Wolfe, Anchor
• Madisan Green, Reporter
• Jack Wiedner, Reporter
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WDIO News at Ten: Duluth Mayoral Election Night
WDIO
• Alexandra Buie, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WQOW Report: Investigation into Chippewa County Sheriff
WQOW
• Kristen Shill, Producer
• Shannon Hoyt, Anchor
• Keith Edwards, Anchor
CATEGORY #207
NEWS SPECIAL
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Finding Madeline
KTTC
• Olivia Prondzinski, Producer
• Ben Mulholland, Editor
• Carson Johnson, Drone Photographer
• Caitlin Alexander, Producer
• Micah Hagen, Photographer
• Michael Oder, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Remembering Jake Wallin
WDAY
• Kerstin Kealy, Anchor
• Dana Mogck, Anchor
• Jeff Nelson, Producer
• Stacey Anderson, Director
• Ben Rieke, Producer
• Kayla Muehler, Producer
• Katrina Rector, Director
• Carter Rud, Director
• Chris Danzl, Photographer
• Logan Frauenshuh, Photographer
• Matt Henson, Photographer
• Mike McGurran, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cost of Gunfire
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Producer
• Chris Cruz, Photographer
• Ben Harper, Photographer
• Grant Verdon, Photographer
• Bailey Rieger-Borer, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Pattern and Practice
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Producer
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Ricky Campbell, Producer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Kirk Varner, Producer
CATEGORY #208
JOURNALISTIC ENTERPRISE
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[UN]SOLVED: The Mystery of the Babies in the Water
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Host
• David Peterlinz, Editor
• Jennifer Griffin, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rasmussen = Results
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lou Raguse the Enterprising Newsman
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
CATEGORY #301
DAILY NEWS REPORT - (SINGLE SHIFT)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
US Pond Hockey
KARE
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Gordon Severson, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
True Grit: How Silver Lake Saved Summer
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
What Can Be Undone In Time
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
• Samie Solina, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Until the Wheels Fall Off
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
• Devin Krinke, Photographer
CATEGORY #302
HARD NEWS REPORT - (NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fallen First Responders
WCCO
• Leah Henry, Producer
• Zach Hammer, Producer
• Scott Howard, Producer
• Jen Mead, Producer
• Dave Hillestad, Director
• Kirsten Mitchell, Reporter
• David Schuman, Reporter
• Kris Berg, Photographer
• Ray Campos, Photographer
• Aristedes Mendoza, Editor
• Nick Lunemann, Photographer
• Ben Harper, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Miracle Rescue
WQOW
• Chris Hoyt, Photographer
• Shannon Hoyt, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Neighborhoods Without Neighbors
KBJR
• Dan Wolfe, Reporter
• Alex Laitala, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Duluth Housing Crisis: Employers Band Together
KBJR
• Dan Wolfe, Reporter
• Alex Laitala, Photographer
CATEGORY #303
BREAKING/SPOT NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Perry High School Mass Shooting
KCCI
• Shannon Turner, Producer
• Alyssa Gomez, Reporter
• Eric Hanson, Anchor
• Alyx Sacks, Anchor
• Jodi Long, Anchor
• Tisa Tollenaar, Producer
• Amanda Countryman, Director
• Beau Bowman, Reporter
• Kayla James, Reporter
• Ophelie Jacobson, Reporter
• Michael Simmons, Photographer
• Amanda Rooker, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
April 26th Tornado Coverage
KCCI
• Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
• Anne Campolongo, Meteorologist
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Officer Down
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI 8 News May 21, 2024 Deadly Tornado Coverage
KCCI
• Zane Satre, Reporter
• Alex Kirkpatrick, Producer
• Jason Sydejko, Anchor
• Anne Campolongo, Anchor
• Jaqueline DeMate, Producer
• Hope Ehling, Producer
• Ophelie Jacobson, Reporter
• Beau Bowman, Reporter
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
• Charles Fulbright, Reporter
• Pepper Purpura, Reporter
• Tisa Tollenaar, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Burnsville Shooting
KARE
• Julie Anderson, Producer
• Jennifer Griffin, Producer
• Dallas Warren, Producer
• Cody Lenarz, Producer
• Diane Sandberg, Producer
• Jeremiah Jacobsen, Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Jeff Kraker, Editor
• Karin Stone, Editor
• Jason Meyer, Photographer
• Tyler Teal, Photographer
• Joe Keyport, Producer
CATEGORY #304
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Summer of Smoke
WCCO
• Jonah Kaplan, Reporter
• Michael Durenberger, Photographer
• Kari Patey, Producer
• Brad Earley, Photographer
• Jen Jimenez, Producer
• Maria Vos, Graphics
• Kelly Pederson, Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Off The Rails
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spencer's Gift
KELO
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
• Don Jorgensen, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Burnsville Shooting
KARE
• Stacey Nogy, Producer
• Nelson Garcia, Producer
• Morgan Wolfe, Producer
• Danny Spewak, Reporter
• Samie Solina, Reporter
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Julie Nelson, Reporter
CATEGORY #305
INVESTIGATIVE - SINGLE REPORT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
They Just Watched It Happen
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Flaw
KMSP
• Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Crisis Responders Never Came
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sneaky B's - Out of state, out of touch
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
CATEGORY #306
INVESTIGATIVE - MULTIPLE REPORTS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11Investigates: Recovery Inc.
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Investigates: Nowhere to Turn
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Ron Stover, Drone Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Out of Options
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Ricky Campbell, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Investigating SeaQuest
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Behind Barbed Wire: A Closer Look at Minnesota Sex Offender Program
KBJR
• Laura Lee, Reporter
• Alex Laitala, Photographer
CATEGORY #307
NEWS FEATURE - LIGHT FEATURE
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Buried Treasure
KARE
• David Porter, Photographer
• CeCe Gaines, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Floating hot dog cart cruises Lake Vermilion
WDIO
• Baihly Warfield, Reporter
• Kyle Aune, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heart in the right place
KARE
• Samie Solina, Reporter
• Dave Porter, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tails from the Catwalk
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
My Friend Joe
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mr. Halloween
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Art From the Inside
BLCK Press
• Georgia Fort, Producer
• Francisco Sanchez, Photographer
• Destiny Roberts, Photographer
• Kimberly Steward, Director
• Brian Few, Photographer
CATEGORY #308
NEWS FEATURE - SERIOUS FEATURE
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cheryl's Choice
KSTP
• David Peterson, Photographer
• Joe Schmit, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Nice
WCCO
• Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield, Reporter
• Nick Lunemann, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bitter Harvest
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Walking By Faith
KARE
• Will Hall, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Kingbird Sisters
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
CATEGORY #309
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Northern Nerd: Hayward's Rising Social Media Star
KBJR
• Dan Wolfe, Reporter
• Alex Laitala, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Instrument Of Change
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drawn To Comic Books
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
AI art. Tool or threat?
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jayme's Gift
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
CATEGORY #310
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Target's Most Wanted
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Ricky Campbell, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drought Impact On The River
KARE
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Lender Loophole
KMSP
• Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Egg People
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
CATEGORY #311
CRIME/JUSTICE - NEWS (SINGLE SHIFT)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Coping With Crisis
WHO
• Elias Johnson, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
• Kobe Gaines, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Suburban Scam Artist Busted
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cold Feet: Abrupt Wedding Venue Closure
KARE
• Morgan Wolfe, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Mistaken Raid
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Ricky Campbell, Producer
• Dave Peterson, Photographer
CATEGORY #312
CRIME/JUSTICE - NEWS (NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Grieving widow calls for end to distracted driving
KCCI
• Scott Carpenter, Reporter
• Michael Simmons, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Married to a Murderer
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Women Who Prosecuted Minnesota’s Jeffrey Epstein
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minneapolis Confidential Informants
KMSP
• Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rise of the Glock "switch"
KARE
• Ron Stover, Producer
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fake Tinder account creates emotional mayhem
WDAY
• Lisa Budeau, Reporter
CATEGORY #313
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Top of the Class
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Welcoming Migrant Students
WCCO
• Kirsten Mitchell, Reporter
• Jose Pascual, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Universal Language
KELO
• Tom Hanson, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Graduation Surprise
WDAY
• Matt Henson, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
CATEGORY #314
CHILDREN/YOUTH/TEEN - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Boys, Bikes & Bait
KELO
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
• Don Jorgensen, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Like A Kid Again
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
• Samie Solina, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paying it forward with Pumpkins
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jonah's Heroic Hands
WXOW
• Dustin Luecke, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Willy's Big Day
WOI
• Chenue Her, Reporter
• Don Schmith, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Reading with Maggie
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
CATEGORY #315
ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Everything’s Ready to Burn
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
THC Canning Concerns
KSTP
• Ben Henry, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nora vs. the Pentagon
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Ricky Campbell, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Where'd The Deer Go?
KBJR
• Lukas Walls, Photographer
• Dan Wolfe, Reporter
CATEGORY #316
HEALTH/MEDICAL - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Man's Best Friend
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
• Samie Solina, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Toll on Heathcare Workers
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Grant Verdon, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Something In Common
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
• Samie Solina, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Golden Day
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Reporter
• Nick Anderson, Photographer
• Carmen Hauck, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Miracle Michael
KMSP
• Leah Beno, Reporter
• Vanshay Murdock, Editor
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
• Seth Kaplan, Producer
• John Cottew, Producer
• Kari Postotnik, Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Highway Heart
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Highly Questionable: DRE's in Doubt
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
CATEGORY #317
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIA - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Slowing down in a Ford Model A
WDIO
• Baihly Warfield, Writer
• Kyle Aune, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Suited Well
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Editor
• Ashley Bowes, Photographer
• Trevor Blom, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Eras of the Grandstand
KARE
• Michelle Baik, Producer
• Jack Stanek, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
John Wesley Harper: Black Civil War Soldier Unmarked Grave
KMSP
• Kelcey Carlson, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
January 11, 1974
Town Square Television
• Ashley Bowes, Producer
• Alexis Pearson, Reporter
CATEGORY #318
LIFESTYLE - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Are bars considered cookies? Good Question!
WCCO
• Heather Brown, Reporter
• Jose Pascual, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Down the drain. Floppy fish gets caught twice.
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Nick Broadway, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Different Kind Of Journey
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
• Samie Solina, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Rise of Roundabouts
KARE
• Ron Stover, Producer
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
What colors look best on you? Here's how to know
KARE
• Michelle Baik, Reporter
• Jenny Taray, Photographer
CATEGORY #319
MILITARY - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Spielberg, Hanks, & Jim
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Surviving the Vietnam War
Town Square Television
• Ashley Bowes, Editor
• Alexis Pearson, Reporter
• Nick Anderson, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Flag of His Father
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Producer
• Richard Bowring, Producer
• Scott Wise, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Struggle To Structure - Kyle Anderson
Town Square Television
• Nick Anderson, Photographer
• Dennis Rafftery, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dusty box of medals found from Vietnam War
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inside A Northern Minnesota Military Operations Area
KBJR
• Dan Wolfe, Reporter
• Alex Laitala, Photographer
CATEGORY #320
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The City Without a Mayor
WKBT
• Ken Kosirowski, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Race to Regulate A.I.
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Flag Not Flying
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Coffee with the Candidates
KCCI
• Amanda Rooker, Anchor
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
• Shannon Turner, Producer
• Amy Schmelzer, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tale of the Tape
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
CATEGORY #321
DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Native American Chef Cooks Up Decolonized Diet
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Weaving People Together
WCCO
• Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Battling the Bottleneck: Residents Want Nuisance Liquor Store Closed
BLCK Press
• Georgia Fort, Producer
• Francisco Sanchez, Photographer
• Josh Cobb, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Missing In Meskwaki
WOI
• Laryssa Leone, Reporter
• Don Schmith, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hiking Hijabie
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Joy On Parade
KARE
• Tommy Platek, Photographer
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
• Will Hall, Photographer
CATEGORY #322
WEATHER - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Winter Weather Ready
WDIO
• Justin Liles, Meteorologist
• Sabrina Ullman, Meteorologist
• Brandon Weatherz, Meteorologist
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Weatherz School
WDIO
• Brandon Weatherz, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Car Thru The Ice
KARE
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Through the Ice: Historic Upper Red Lake Ice Rescues
KBJR
• Laura Lee, Reporter
• Alex Laitala, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From Heartbreak to Healing: Wayne, Nebraska Tornado, 10 Years Later
KTIV
• Matt Breen, Reporter
• Katie Copple, Photographer
• Acacia Phillips, Drone Photographer
CATEGORY #401
SPORTS STORY - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kirk Cousins 1-on-1
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Talent
• Devin Krinke, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Second Life of the Ultimate Fighter
KARE
• Ron Stover, Producer
• Chris Hrapsky, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Growing the Game: Vikings Safety gives back to his home country
KMSP
• Se Kwon, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ava's Dream Team
WCCO
• Thomas Ryther, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mud Ducks
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
CATEGORY #402
SPORTS STORY - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Luck & Love: A Rodeo Story
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Photographer
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
• Tyler Gastecki, Photographer
• Austin Carson, Audio
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Culture and History of Iowa Men's Wrestling
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Nathan McNurlen, Editor
• Emily Hennessey, Producer
• Brooke Schaffner, Audio
• Dalton Conrad, Photographer
• Matthew Little, Photographer
• Matt Nelson, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Track the Pack - S5 EP6
Minnesota Timberwolves
• Gram Krause-Lyons, Editor
• Doug Price, Motion Graphics
• Quincy Young, Producer
• Brysien Cross, Photographer
• AJ Jackson, Editor
• Tariq Muata, Photographer
• KOBI Bannerman, Photographer
• Adrian Wilson, Editor
• Cole Jorgenson, Photographer
• Matt Stanton, Producer
• Michael Grady, Talent
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Michael Boxall Player Profile
Minnesota United FC
• Sarah Korpi, Producer
• Samuel Plucker, Editor
• Chris Greene, Producer
• Johnny Randazzo, Director
• Alayna Heglund, Photographer
• Jonathan Whitney, Motion Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jackrabbit junior completes comeback after amputation
Sanford Health News
• Matt Holsen, Writer
• Lonnie Nichols, Photographer
CATEGORY #403
SPORTS PROGRAM
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond Our Ice - Dewey and the Dude
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Monty Torres, Producer
• Sean Rice, Producer
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Chris McMurry, Photographer
• Brandon McCauley, Photographer
• Matt Hussey, Photographer
• Joey Skare, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Voyage
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer
• Ryan O'Neill, Producer
• Alex Miller, Producer
• Autumn Thompson, Producer
• William Sheedy, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Twins Live - Pregame Show June 21, 2023
Bally Sports North
• Katelynn Halter, Producer
• Audra Martin, Talent
• Katie Storm, Host
• Tim Laudner, Sports Analyst
• Dick Bremer, Sports Play-by-Play
• Justin Morneau, Sports Analyst
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Tom Mee, Graphics
• Ted Allaire, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tales from the Hardwood
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Nate Wek, Producer
• Greg Beesley, Editor
• Jonathan Rouse, Editor
• Katherine Lundahl, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Becoming Wild
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Brandon McCauley, Producer
• Joe Brunett, Editor
• Chris McMurry, Photographer
• Marko Zitzer, Photographer
• Sean Rice, Photographer
• Chris Barriere, Photographer
• Ian Fritz, Photographer
CATEGORY #404
SPORTS – ONE-TIME SPECIAL
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I on the Hawks Chase for a Championship
KGAN/KFXA
• Michael Howell, Producer
• Mitch Fick, Host
• Owen Siebring, Host
• Curtis Feder, Talent
• Logan Schroeder, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Inside Look of the Vikings 2024 NFL Draft
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer
• Ryan O'Neill, Producer
• Alex Miller, Producer
• Autumn Thompson, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Clark Effect: Iowa Women's Basketball
KCRG
• Conrad Gredell, Producer
• Chelsie Brown, Talent
• Jack Lido, Talent
• Kyle Sleichter, Editor
• David Lineweaver, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Twins Season In Review
Bally Sports North
• Katelynn Halter, Producer
• Brian Christianson, Director
• Katie Storm, Host
• Glen Perkins, Sports Analyst
• Chris Person, Graphics
• Nick Johnson, Editor
CATEGORY #405
LIVE SPORTING EVENT/GAME
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota High School Hockey 2A State Championship
KSTC
• Brian Monahan, Producer
• Patrick O'Connor, Director
• Taylor Stein, Editor
• Tim McDonough, Motion Graphics
• Jeff Ihlan, Graphics
• Lou Nanne, Sports Analyst
• Jim Erickson, Sports Play-by-Play
• Joe Schmit, Host
• John Pohl, Sports Analyst
• Sean Kelly, Director
• Monica Doyle, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
PWHL Ottawa vs Minnesota 3/5/2024
Raycom Sports
• Jason Clemens, Director
• Rick Palermo, Producer
• Clay Matvick, Sports Play-by-Play
• Alexis Pearson, Sports Analyst
• Chris Tveitbakk, Audio
• Dusty Paulson, Editor
• Danny Lutz, Editor
• Lynn Winter, Photographer
• Allison Walden-Casey, Photographer
• Dan Wasserman, Photographer
• Billy Hershkowitz, Photographer
• Grant Portell, Editor
CATEGORY #406
LIVE SPORTING EVENT SEASON
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Timberwolves 2023-24
Bally Sports North
• Craig M Rothberg, Producer
• Michael Grady, Talent
• Jim Petersen, Talent
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Jordan Austin, Producer
• Katie Storm, Talent
• Lea Olsen, Talent
• Mike Mee, Graphics
• Halley Harris, Producer
• Katelynn Halter, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Micah Nori, Sports Analyst
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports - UND Hockey 2023-24 Season
Midco Sports
• Marty Mueller, Producer
• Tanner Robinson, Producer
• Jeremy Klein, Producer
• Taylor Budge, Talent
• Mike Derman, Director
• Alex Heinert, Sports Play-by-Play
• Jody Norstedt, Sports Play-by-Play
• Breanne Baker, Photographer
• Jack Neisen, Photographer
• Toby McDonald, Graphics
• Greg Enkers, Graphics
• Jordon Weideman, Motion Graphics
CATEGORY #407
SPORTS OPEN/TEASE
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Marc Andre Fleury Night - Open Video
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Joe Brunett, Producer
• Sean Rice, Photographer
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Matt Hussey, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Elevate
Minnesota Timberwolves
• Sheridan West, Producer
• Ryan Thielen, Director
• Paul Winkels, Producer
• Noelle Anderson, Producer
• Ben Krych, Editor
• Aaron Kotlan, Visual Effects
• Evan West, Graphics
• Andrew Moy, Editor
• David Vanderwarn, Producer
• Kaleb Lechowski, Visual Effects
• Keri Thien, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Vikings Showtime
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Arthur Kuh, Director
• Lauren Pinter, Producer
• Jesse Marquette, Producer
• Allan Wertheimer, Producer
• Jacie Scott, Producer
• Karen Storkamp, Producer
• William Sheedy, Photographer
• Kyle Johnson, Photographer
• Bryan Harper, Producer
• Josh Blessing, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fear The Wild - In-Arena Open
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Ryan Gause, Director
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Mark Iralson, Producer
• Simon Heeger, Audio
• Marko Zitzer, Photographer
• Tony Mahmood, Visual Effects
• Joe Brunett, Editor
• John King, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ankeny Centennial High School: Respect All. Fear None.
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Cole Bates Norum, Director
• Chad Adams, Photographer
• Nick Mongar, Photographer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Photographer
• Phil Young, Audio
• Katie Sailer, Animator
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Woman's Basketball Intro - The Big Stage
Iowa Athletics
• Dalton Conrad, Photographer
• Matt Little, Producer
CATEGORY #501
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Shift: The RAGBRAI Documentary
Des Moines Register
• Courtney Crowder, Director
• Kelsey Kremer, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
ANAHITA - A Mother's Journey
Belltower Pictures
• Martin Montgomery, Producer
• David E. Powers, Producer
• Jawad Wahabzada, Producer
• Craig Martin, Producer
• Earl Bridges, Producer
• Travis Tucker, Music Producer
• Scott Lane, Music Composer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Electric Indian
Twin Cities PBS
• Leya Hale, Director
• Henry Charles Boucha, Producer
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer
• Luke Heikkila, Producer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Steve Fines, Drone Photographer
• Jonathan Thunder, Graphics
• Johnny Hagen, Audio
• Bradley J. Keely, Editor
• Eric W. Pagel, Audio
• Ben Malley, Graphics
• Jim Kron, Photographer
CATEGORY #502
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Refugees Welcome
Very Local
• Laura Ling, Producer
• Andrew Fitzgerald, Producer
• Jenni Biebert, Editor
• Jimi Jake Shaw, Producer
• Aaron Biebert, Director
• Joanne Shen, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eight Women Together Alone
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Mike Scholtz, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Photographer
• Amanda Anderson, Photographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Badger Clark, Poet Among the Pines
1856 Productions
• Brad Dumke, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jesse Ventura Shocks the World
Twin Cities PBS
• Kevin Dragseth, Producer
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Producer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Scott Trotman, Photographer
• Ben Malley, Animator
• Terry Gray, Audio
• Lisa Blackstone, Producer
• Miranda Harincar, Producer
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Johnny Hagen, Audio
• Slade Kemmet, Photographer
CATEGORY #503
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Broken Promises
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dream.State. Warroad
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Matt Hussey, Producer
• Matt Lundmark, Producer
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Derek Bitter, Producer
• Ian Fritz, Producer
• Conor Murphy, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
PROFE
Twin Cities PBS
• Sergio Rapu, Producer
• Benji Perez Gonzalez, Producer
• Rachel Lauren Mueller, Photographer
• Jonathan Camp, Audio
• Carrie J. Clark, Editor
• Eric W. Pagel, Audio
• Jennilee Park, Audio
• Brian Few, Photographer
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Michael Philips, Photographer
• Jacob Kelso, Photographer
• Jon Van Amber, Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Sea Change for Superior
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Photographer
• John Shepard, Producer
• John Thain, Director
• Tracy Fredin, Producer
• Tomas Soderberg, Photographer
• Peggy Knapp, Talent
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Citizen Diplomacy
Iowa PBS
• David Miller, Producer
• Neal Kyer, Editor
• Sean Ingrassia, Audio
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Joe Bustad, Graphics
• Darrin Clouse, Photographer
• Adam Welch, Photographer
• Eric Gooden, Photographer
• Kenny Knutson, Photographer
• Scott Faine, Photographer
• John Torpy, Photographer
• Steve Carns, Photographer
CATEGORY #504
MAGAZINE PROGRAM
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound
Ron Schara Productions
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
• Bill Sherck, Writer
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photographer
• Ben Elling, Photographer
• Laura Schara, Host
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Editor
• Troy Knechtel, Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Only In: Des Moines
Very Local
• Laura Ling, Producer
• Andrew Fitzgerald, Producer
• Jill Olsen, Producer
• Katie Hennen, Director
• Margaux Towne, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rides with Jay Thomas: Drifting Away
KVLY
• Ike Walker, Producer
• Jay Thomas, Producer
• Wes Desjardins, Producer
• Alex Van Eeckhout, Producer
• Zach Thompson, Editor
• Shaun Myhre, Editor
• Benjamin Gilbertson, Photographer
• Lynn Trelstad, Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine - Season Premiere - Episode 135
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• David Brown, Producer
• Jordon Weideman, Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Life (Episode #108)
Iowa PBS
• Theresa Knight, Producer
• Patrick Boberg, Producer
• Emily Kestel, Producer
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• David Feingold, Audio
• Kevin Rivers, Audio
• Darrin Clouse, Photographer
• Eric Gooden, Photographer
• Kenny Knutson, Photographer
• Adam Welch, Photographer
• Joe Bustad, Graphics
• Brent Willett, Graphics
CATEGORY #505
PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAM
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
At Issue with Tom Hauser
KSTP
• Tom Hauser, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fentanyl Crisis
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Liz Christy, Producer
• Caroline Cummings, Reporter
• Grant Verdon, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
South Dakota Focus: Stories from Foster Care
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Krystal Schoenbauer, Producer
• Jacqueline Hendry, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fighting Forever Chemicals
Pioneer PBS
• Dylan Curfman, Editor
• Cindy Dorn, Writer
CATEGORY #506
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KS95's 11th Annual Clouds Choir for a Cause 2023
Atomic K Records & Productions
• Karl Demer, Producer
• Todd Randall, Photographer
• Jason Wiltse, Photographer
• Edwin Irwin, Photographer
• Luke Hochrein, Photographer
• Cory Spawn, Photographer
• Natasha Carlson, Photographer
• Shawn Vougeot, Photographer
• Randy Olejnicak, Audio
• Jonathan Krejci, Lighting
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Governor's Fire Prevention Day
Town Square Television
• Nick Anderson, Producer
• Alexis Pearson, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Madison's Lutefisk Eating Contest
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Mike Scholtz, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Photographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dakota County Emergency Preparedness Exercise
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Editor
• Nick Anderson, Photographer
• Trevor Blom, Photographer
• Carmen Hauck, Photographer
• Ashley Bowes, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Black Entrepreneurs Day at the Minnesota State Capitol
Shelettamakesmelaugh.com
• Sheletta Brundidge, Producer
CATEGORY #507
ENTERTAINMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT (UP TO 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nur-D and Minnesota Orchestra perform "20 Cha"
Minnesota Public Radio
• Eric Romani, Audio
• Evan Clark, Producer
• Michael Osborne, Photographer
• Megan Lundberg, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Teaching Minnesotans the right way to say Bring Y'ass...
Shelettamakesmelaugh.com
• Sheletta Brundidge, Talent
• Jana Shortal, Host
• Jeremiah Jacobsen, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
NUNNABOVE - Valentine
Atomic K Records & Productions
• Karl Demer, Director
• Kaden Demer, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Lost Train of Pine City
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Photographer
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
• Hailey Eidenschink, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bringing the fun to a Friday night political show
Shelettamakesmelaugh.com
• Sheletta Brundidge, Talent
• Robert Paniagua, Photographer
CATEGORY #508
ENTERTAINMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT (LONGER THAN 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Trumpeter Pacho Flores with the Minnesota Orchestra
Minnesota Orchestra
• Adam Romey, Director
• Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
• Michael Murnane, Lighting
• Michael Osborne, Audio
• Jay Perlman, Audio
• Steve Fischer, Editor
• Frank Merchlewitz, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents Carmen
Iowa PBS
• Judy Blank, Producer
• Julie Knutson, Director
• Kevin Rivers, Editor
• Chad Aubrey, Director
• Neal Kyer, Editor
• David Feingold, Audio
• Darrin Clouse, Photographer
• Adam Welch, Photographer
• Scott Faine, Photographer
• Brent Willett, Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A St. Thomas Christmas
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Producer
• Miranda Harincar, Producer
• Scott Trotman, Director
• Carrie Clark, Editor
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Eric Pagel, Audio
• Terry Gray, Audio
• Jon Van Amber, Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This is Minnesota Orchestra: Music and Healing
Minnesota Orchestra
• Sarah Hicks, Producer
• Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
• Adam Romey, Director
• Grant Meachum, Producer
• Michael Murnane, Lighting
• Jay Perlman, Audio
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Steve Fischer, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rides with Jay Thomas: Cars with the Cboys
KVLY
• Ike Walker, Producer
• Jay Thomas, Producer
• Alex Van Eeckhout, Producer
• Wes Desjardins, Producer
• Shaun Myhre, Editor
• Ben Gilbertson, Photographer
• Zach Thompson, Editor
• Lynn Trelstad, Graphics
CATEGORY #509
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Business of Buoys!
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Duke of Duluth
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Photographer
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
• Hailey Eidenschink, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From Sheep to Shirt
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Made for the Outdoors: Faribault Woolen Mill
Ron Schara Productions
• Ben Elling, Producer
• Kyle Heidenreich, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Taste Buds: Spring Foraging Feast
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Director
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
• Brandon Middlesworth, Photographer
• Stephanie Hansen, Host
CATEGORY #510
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On The Job
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Scott Neal, Host
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chopping It Up: Vikings Coaches
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Gabe Henderson, Host
• Christian Rangel, Producer
• Jesse Marquette, Producer
• Michael Huiras, Producer
• William Sheedy, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Vikings Circle: Best of 2023
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Gabe Henderson, Host
• Christian Rangel, Producer
• William Sheedy, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Catch with Audra & Emilio Pagan
Bally Sports North
• Audra Martin, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gov Smokes Pot - Almanac
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Reporter
• Scott Trotman, Photographer
• Nicholas Ortiz, Editor
CATEGORY #511
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT (UP TO 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Making of This is Minnesota Orchestra
Minnesota Orchestra
• Adam Romey, Producer
• Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Mark Hentges, Photographer
• J Scott Buckley, Audio
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
One Man Band
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Photographer
• Ben Dempcy, Photographer
• Mike Scholtz, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From Negative to Positive
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Photographer
• Austin Carson, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Together We Sing - VocalEssence
Blue Key Media
• Dan West, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Pressing Legacy
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Surf Rock on the Iron Range
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Photographer
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
• Hailey Eidenschink, Host
• Marius Anderson, Drone Photographer
• Blake Nyquist, Drone Photographer
• Greg Grell, Writer
CATEGORY #512
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT (LONGER THAN 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
STAGE: Dessa and South African Music Ensemble 29:11
Twin Cities PBS
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• David Roth, Producer
• Mercies May, Photographer
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Miranda Harincar, Producer
• Terry Gray, Audio
• Eric Pagel, Audio
• Paul Guthrie, Lighting
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Carrie Clark, Editor
• Tom Franchett, Lighting
• Brent Anderson, Lighting
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Art + Medicine: Disability, Culture and Creativity
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Bradley Keely, Editor
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Terry Gray, Audio
• Jonathan Camp, Audio
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Katie O'Rourke, Producer
• Kristoffer Fernandes, Producer
• Jessica Horvath Williams, Host
• Kevin Kling, Host
• Tseganesh Selameab, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Orchestra Music Director Thomas Søndergård: Taken By the Sound
Minnesota Orchestra
• Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
• Thomas Søndergård, Producer
• Adam Romey, Producer
• Melissa Ousley, Talent
• Gwen Pappas, Producer
• Mark Hentges, Photographer
• Chase Hengtes, Audio
• Adam Geiger, Editor
CATEGORY #513
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota's Alt-Meat Revolution: Give Peas a Chance
Pioneer PBS
• Amanda Anderson, Producer
• Esmeralda Ziemer, Photographer
• Dylan Curfman, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Covid Confessions: Small Business Owners
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Frieda's Cafe
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Taste Buds: Handmade Sourdough and Focaccia
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Director
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
• Brandon Middlesworth, Photographer
• Stephanie Hansen, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Showcasing Rural Talents
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Photographer
CATEGORY #514
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Agenda: Edina - School Resource Officers
Edina TV
• Dan Carpenter, Reporter
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Producer
• Dorothea Martti, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Connecting Kids to Nature
Pioneer PBS
• Dylan Curfman, Photographer
• Cindy Dorn, Writer
• Cera Cordova, Editor
• Bret Amundson, Talent
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Grand Forks Public Schools: Integrating Proactive Safety and Security Measures
Marketing Wurks
• Justin Cubbage, Video Essayist
CATEGORY #515
CHILDREN/YOUTH/TEEN - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Great Minnesota Recipe Junior
PBS North
• Anthony Larson, Editor
• Steven Ash, Photographer
• Jason Seboe, Photographer
• Lance Haavisto, Photographer
• Laila Davis, Writer
• Tomas Soderberg, Photographer
• Isaac Quick, Producer
• Greg Grell, Photographer
• Megan McGarvey, Producer
• Nina Fredrickson, Producer
• Ashlee Smith, Producer
• Owen Zagrabelny, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kaposia Library Opens
NDC4
• Carmen Hauck, Producer
• Dennis Rafftery, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Covid Confessions: College Freshmen
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer
CATEGORY #516
ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Deep Crappie Research
Pioneer PBS
• Dylan Curfman, Graphics
• Bret Amundson, Producer
• Dan Amundson, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Moosers
515 Productions
• Lynn Melling, Reporter
• Ian Planchon, Drone Photographer
• Bruce Bales, Photographer
• Robb Moore, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Firefly
Ron Schara Productions
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Writer
• Troy Knechtel, Photographer
• Ron Schara, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Clear the Air: The East Phillips Fight Against Pollution
BLCK Press
• Georgia Fort, Producer
• Francisco Sanchez, Photographer
• Brian Few, Photographer
• Josh Cobb, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Weed Terminator
Pioneer PBS
• Dylan Curfman, Editor
• Cindy Dorn, Writer
• Cera Cordova, Photographer
• Bret Amundson, Talent
CATEGORY #517
HEALTH/MEDICAL - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond the Badge
Edina TV
• Dan Carpenter, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Teddy's Heart
SWCTC
• Ann Schweisguth, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Colonoscopy, Conversation and Care
KTIV
• Matt Breen, Producer
• MaryAnn Farley, Director
• Jessica Bowman, Host
• David Washburn, Field Producer
• RJ Breen, Photographer
• Cesar Carbajal, Photographer
• Landen Hansen, Photographer
• Ellen Eide, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FCPH - Harm Reduction Video Series
The City of Fargo
• Justin Bohrer, Director
• Ryan Green, Editor
• Peter Monsrud, Editor
• Gregg Schildberger, Producer
• Benjamin Baukol, Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine - Rock Steady Boxing
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• David Brown, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
My Allina Health Story
Allina Health
• Jeff Olsen, Producer
• Jennifer Steingas, Producer
• Conny Bergerson, Producer
• Signe Peterson, Producer
• Anne Hendrickson, Photographer
• Jason Wahl, Photographer
• Brittany North, Producer
• Matthew Gourley, Photographer
• Aaron Gelperin, Photographer
CATEGORY #518
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIA - SHORT FORM CONTENT (UP TO 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bud Grant: He Did It His Way
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Arthur Kuh, Editor
• Nate Vaughn, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On the Edge of the Wind: Native Storytellers and the Land
Prairie Public
• Matt Olien, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Remembering The Fitz'
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Small Town, Big Tradition
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Photographer
• Tyler Gastecki, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mousenik
KSMQ
• Kevin Hanson, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Ope Files
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Photographer
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
• Hailey Eidenschink, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
All the Hours of Love
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Photographer
CATEGORY #519
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIA - LONG FORM CONTENT (LONGER THAN 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Carl Ben Eielson: Over the Top of the World
University of North Dakota Aerospace Network
• David Kuznicki, Producer
• Robert Cary, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KSTP-TV 75th Anniversary Retrospective
KSTP
• Tom Hauser, Reporter
• David Peterson, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Legends: The Juicy Lucy
KMSP
• Sean Skinner, Producer
• Michelle Truax, Editor
• Willow Locke, Photographer
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer
• Brandon Middlesworth, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Josie Johnson: Hope in the Struggle
Twin Cities PBS
• Miranda Harincar, Producer
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Daniel Bergin, Producer
• Lisa Blackstone, Producer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Claire Erickson, Animator
• Jon Van Amber, Graphics
• Brian Few Jr, Photographer
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Mike Phillips, Photographer
• Eric Pagel, Audio
• Terry Grey, Audio
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ron Steele's 50th Anniversary
KWWL
• Beth Sorensen, Producer
• Henry Hahn, Editor
• Daniel Perreault, Reporter
• Elizabeth Klinge, Talent
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rides with Jay Thomas: A piece of history
KVLY
• Ike Walker, Producer
• Jay Thomas, Producer
• Wes Desjardins, Producer
• Alex Van Eeckhout, Producer
• Shaun Myhre, Editor
• Zach Thompson, Editor
• Ben Gilbertson, Editor
• Lynn Trelstad, Graphics
CATEGORY #520
LIFESTYLE - SHORT FORM CONTENT (UP TO 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inventing Pizza Rolls
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Photographer
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
• Hailey Eidenschink, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Gunslinging Quilter
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Seen By Me: Belén Rodríguez
Hi-Fly'n Productions
• LaDonna Huseby, Producer
• Zoe D'Amato, Producer
• Gail Shore, Producer
• John Overby, Photographer
• Kevin May, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Frosty's Trail
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Ben Elling, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Taste Buds: MN State Fair Foods with Melissa Peterman
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Director
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
• Stephanie Hansen, Host
CATEGORY #521
LIFESTYLE - LONG FORM CONTENT (LONGER THAN 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Taste Buds: Korean Cuisine
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Director
• Brandon Middlesworth, Photographer
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
• Stephanie Hansen, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Relish
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Yia Vang, Host
• Jack Davis, Director
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Terry Gray, Audio
• Carrie Clark, Editor
• Ben Malley, Animator
• Katie O'Rourke, Producer
• Marissa Blahnik, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Covid Confessions: Chefs
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Taste Buds: Sushi Rolls and Salmon Bowls
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Director
• Brandon Middlesworth, Photographer
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
• Stephanie Hansen, Host
CATEGORY #522
MILITARY - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Vikings Veteran's Voyage
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Will Sheedy, Producer
• Christian Rangel, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Frozen in Time: The Vietnam War
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Photographer
• Tyler Gastecki, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Night Wings: OSS Carpetbagger Ops
Pioneer PBS
• Tyler Gastecki, Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Healing Purple Hearts
Pioneer PBS
• Dylan Curfman, Graphics
• Bret Amundson, Producer
• Dan Amundson, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bridging Generations – Honor Flight from WWII to Korea & Vietnam
Click Content Studios
• Ezra Van Den Einde, Producer
• Tracy Briggs, Producer
• Aaron Godard, Graphics
CATEGORY #523
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT (UP TO 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The 1968 Presidential Election Campaign
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Photographer
CATEGORY #524
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT (LONGER THAN 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Almanac at the Capitol
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host
• Kristoffer Fernandes, Producer
• Kari Kennedy, Producer
• Scott Trotman, Director
• Nicholas Ortiz, Editor
CATEGORY #525
DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - SHORT FORM CONTENT (UP TO 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Indigenous Collaboration
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Water Over Nickel
515 Productions
• Lynn Melling, Reporter
• Kelly Applegate, Producer
• Ayme Zemke, Producer
• Ian Planchon, Drone Photographer
• Bruce Bales, Photographer
• Robb Moore, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aquatic Liberation: Dr. Rakhu's Healing Waters
BLCK Press
• Georgia Fort, Producer
• Farah Fazal, Writer
• Destiny Roberts, Photographer
• Francisco Sanchez, Photographer
• Adrian Wilson, Photographer
• Kimberly Steward, Director
• Shari Hutar-Brochhausen, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lantern Center
Iowa PBS
• Patrick Boberg, Producer
• Cameron McCoy, Producer
• Darrin Clouse, Photographer
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• David Feingold, Audio
• Kevin Rivers, Audio
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From Haiti to Minnesota
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alexander Miles, Elevator Action Man
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Photographer
• Hailey Eidenschink, Host
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
CATEGORY #526
DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - LONG FORM CONTENT (LONGER THAN 15 MINUTES)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Black Entrepreneurs Day at the Minnesota State Capitol
Shelettamakesmelaugh.com
• Sheletta Brundidge, Producer
• Katie Hennen, Producer
• Nolan Morice, Photographer
• Anna Berger, Photographer
• Kevyn Burger, Writer
• Shawn Brundidge, Producer
• Saida Lester, Producer
• Tom Northenscold, Photographer
• Joe Palmore, Producer
• Lambers Fisher, Producer
• Theresa Giebel, Graphics
• Gina Kazmerski, Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Here's the Truth
BLCK Press
• Georgia Fort, Producer
• Destiny Roberts, Photographer
• Farah Fazal, Writer
• Francisco Sanchez, Photographer
• Brian Few, Photographer
• Adrian Wilson, Photographer
• Josh Cobb, Producer
• Kimberly Steward, Director
• Ryan Bynum, Director
• Shari Hutar-Brochhausen, Editor
CATEGORY #527
WEATHER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
First Alert Severe Weather Special
KSFY/KDLT
• Justin Wulf, Producer
• Philip Schreck, Talent
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
New Normal: How climate shifts are impacting our lives
WDIO
• Brandon Weatherz, Reporter
• Justin Liles, Reporter
• Renee Passal, Reporter
• Sabrina Ullman, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Iowa Flood of 2008 In Their Own Words
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Producer
• Rebecca Kopelman, Producer
• Logan Schroeder, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTIV First Alert Weather: Staying Safe in Siouxland Storms
KTIV
• Brandon Irvine, Producer
• Ron Demers, Anchor
• Cat Taylor, Reporter
• Jacob Howard, Reporter
• Kaleb Zamora, Director
• Keith W. Bliven, Editor
• Carmelo Lattuca, Reporter
• Acacia Phillips, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
First Alert StormTeam spots sister tornadoes
KVLY
• Summer Schnellbach, Talent
• Eric Whitehill, Talent
• Shelby Ebertowski, Talent
CATEGORY #601
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Preventing Scams
Image Generation
• Kevin McKeever, Producer
• Diana Pierce, Talent
• Bonnie Martin, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brain Snacks
Iowa PBS
• Bo Dodge, Producer
• Susan Ramsey, Editor
• Ken Harrison, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MinneHistories
Twin Cities PBS
• Miranda Harincar, Producer
• Carrie Clark, Editor
• Anne Guttridge, Motion Graphics
• Iris Kaminski, Talent
• Daniel Bergin, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Where Good Things Grow - Shared Heritage
Ron Nichols Communications
• Ron Nichols, Producer
• Joe Dickie, Photographer
• Charlie Dickie, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Black Men Teach
BLCK Press
• Georgia Fort, Producer
• Cornel Beard, Director
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
• Benjamin Muller, Photographer
• George Accad, Director
• Josh Cobb, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pack the Pantry
KCCI
• Kathy Wiseman, Producer
• Leia Bacuyag, Audio
• Emily McCurdy, Producer
• Jordy Triana, Talent
CATEGORY #602
COMMERCIAL
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Raised By Wolves -23/24 Brand Spot
Minnesota Timberwolves
• Doug Price, Editor
• Ryan Thielen, Producer
• Mike Grahl, Producer
• Jedidiah Jones, Talent
• Ananth Pandian, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Here. We. Go.
HealthPartners
• Tina Long, Producer
• Peggy Arnson, Producer
• Jeff Jondahl, Graphic Designer
• Tim Myers, Writer
• Kat Raphael, Director
• Steve Holm, Photographer
• Carrie Shanahan, Editor
• Brack Herfurth, Audio
• Greg Geitzenauer, Audio
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa One Call: Exotic Animals
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Cole Bates Norum, Director
• Nick Mongar, Lighting
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Photographer
• Chad Adams, Photographer
• Phil Young, Audio
• Alex Rich, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Redwoods
HealthPartners
• Tina Long, Producer
• Jena Bjorgen, Producer
• Sarah Loughran, Writer
• Michael Long, Graphic Designer
• Tim Myers, Producer
• Jeff Jondahl, Producer
• Payton Prafke, Director
• Carrie Shanahan, Editor
• Peggy Arnson, Producer
• Brack Herfurth, Audio
• Greg Geitzenauer, Audio
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Avoidance
Hey Presto!
• Timothy Bathurst, Director
• Dustin Heveron, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota United FC Brand Spot
Minnesota United FC
• Sarah Korpi, Producer
• Chris Greene, Editor
• Johnny Randazzo, Producer
CATEGORY #603
PROMOTION – NEWS - NEWS PROMOTION – TOPICAL (SINGLE SPOT OR CAMPAIGN)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KGAN-Changing The Game: The Caitlin Clark Effect
KGAN/KFXA
• Darrin Fullerton, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fentanyl Crisis in Minnesota
WCCO
• Seth Gow, Producer
• Samuel Gullickson, Editor
• James Ankeny, Photographer
• Jennifer Mayerle, Talent
• Caroline Cummings, Talent
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tough Weather Tower
WCCO
• Sam Gullickson, Motion Graphics
• James Ankeny, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Live - So Much More
KSTP
• Kevin Salo, Producer
• Taylor Stein, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Josh Duhamel Vikings
WCCO
• Sam Gullickson, Producer
• Kevin Kamin, Visual Effects
• James Ankeny, Photographer
CATEGORY #604
PROMOTION – NEWS - NEWS PROMOTION – IMAGE (SINGLE SPOT OR CAMPAIGN)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Storm Team 8 - Every Season
KCCI
• Mark Peterson, Producer
• Leia Bacuyag, Producer
• Erin Liu, Writer
• Kathy Wiseman, Drone Photographer
• Nathan White, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Your Stories. Your News. One Team.
KCCI
• Leia Bacuyag, Editor
• Jordy Triana, Writer
• Erin Liu, Producer
• Mark Peterson, Photographer
• Nathan White, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KGAN-604-Road Warrior Campaign
KGAN/KFXA
• Darrin Fullerton, Editor
• Zachary Zahn, Photographer
• Hunter Gary, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND. Your Home for 70 Years
KELO
• NICK RUSCITTI, Writer
• PAUL FARMER, Producer
• KEVIN KJERGAARD, Photographer
• DIRK O'DELL, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX Local Launch
KMSP
• David Pint, Producer
• Andrew Kallman, Editor
• Brandon Middlesworth, Photographer
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• Samy Vernet, Photographer
• Kimberly Zamora-Pearson, Graphics
CATEGORY #605
PROMOTION – NON-NEWS - PROGRAM/IMAGE PROMOTION
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pictionary in the Land of 10,000 Lakes
KMSP
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• Michelle Truax, Producer
• Andrew Kallman, Editor
• Brandon Middlesworth, Producer
• David Pint, Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphics
• Samy Vernet, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Taste Buds with Stephanie Promos
KMSP
• Brandon Middlesworth, Editor
• Michelle Truax, Producer
• Stephanie Hansen, Talent
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Orchestra 24-25 Season Announcement
Minnesota Orchestra
• Frank Merchlewitz, Editor
• Hannah Pietilä, Producer
• Alexandra Robinson, Writer
• Thomas Søndergård, Talent
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Mystery of the Missing Painting
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, Producer
• Kevin Salo, Photographer
CATEGORY #606
PROMOTION – SPORTS - SPORTS PROMOTION
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bud Grant Jersey Patch
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
We Love Hockey
WDIO
• Aaron Wernimont, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
78's Jersey Launch
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Ryan Gause, Producer
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Marko Zitzer, Photographer
• Matt Hussey, Photographer
• Joey Skare, Photographer
• Chris Dougherty, Photographer
• Chris McMurry, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Epicenter of Women's Athletics
Iowa Athletics
• Dalton Conrad, Producer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aurora FOX9+ ID Campaign
KMSP
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphics
• Brandon Middlesworth, Editor
• David Pint, Photographer
• Samy Vernet, Producer
• Andrew Kallman, Producer
• Burke Daneman, Producer
CATEGORY #607
BRANDED CONTENT - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
One Day at a Time: A Hope Story
Lutheran Church Of Hope
• Christopher New, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jake's Wish
Tilt Studios - UnitedHealth Group
• Jay Olstad, Producer
• Todd Isaacs, Editor
• Tim Consdorf, Photographer
• Shawn Engel, Photographer
• Brian Lundy, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stine Seed: Simply the Best
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Brent Wirth, Director
• Nathan McNurlen, Editor
• Chad Adams, Photographer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Photographer
• Phil Young, Audio
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Great Symphony of Life - Minnesota Zoo Foundation
Blue Key Media
• Dan West, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Make A Wish Iowa: Gavin's Story
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Nathan McNurlen, Director
• Laura Formanek, Producer
• Sara Engelhart, Producer
• Melissa McCarroll, Producer
• Nick Mongar, Lighting
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Photographer
• Brooke Schaffner, Audio
• Katie Sailer, Animator
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Make A Wish Iowa: James' Story
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Laura Formanek, Director
• Sara Engelhart, Producer
• Melissa McCarroll, Producer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Photographer
• Nick Mongar, Lighting
• Brooke Schaffner, Audio
• Katie Sailer, Animator
CATEGORY #701
TALENT - ANCHOR - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jana Shortal
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alexis Rogers Composite
KARE
• Alexis Rogers, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rasmussen on the Set
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Anchor
CATEGORY #702
TALENT - ANCHOR - WEATHER
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Chris Reece Composite
KSTP
• Chris Reece, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Zane Satre Composite
KCCI
• Zane Satre, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Serwe - Composite
KSTP
• Matt Serwe, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
October Blizzard Weathercast
KFYR
• Kevin Lawrence - Chief Meteorologist, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Sydejko Composite
KCCI
• Jason Sydejko, Anchor
CATEGORY #703
TALENT - ANCHOR - SPORTS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Reggie Wilson Composite
KARE
• Reginald Wilson, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Will Hall Composite
KARE
• Will Hall, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Julia Daniels Composite
KARE
• Julia Daniels, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ahmad Hicks Composite
KMSP
• Ahmad Hicks, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Keith Murphy - Sports Anchor
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Anchor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Audra Martin Composite
Bally Sports North
• Audra Martin, Anchor
CATEGORY #704
TALENT - REPORTER
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rasmussen Reports
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lou Newsman
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Mayerle Reports
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gordon Severson Composite
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Reporter
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gabe's Dad Reports
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
CATEGORY #705
TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brooke Kohlsdorf: Road Trip Iowa
Iowa PBS
• Brooke Kohlsdorf, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stephanie Hansen Taste Buds Composite
KMSP
• Stephanie Hansen, Host
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sherck 2023
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Talent
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mary Lahammer Host
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host
CATEGORY #706
SPORTS PLAY-BY-PLAY
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Michael Grady Composite
Bally Sports North
• Michael Grady, Sports Play-by-Play
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Elsen Composite
Midco Sports
• Jay Elsen, Sports Play-by-Play
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
David Brown Composite
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Sports Play-by-Play
CATEGORY #707
SPORTS ANALYST
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rebekkah Lamar Brunson Composite
Bally Sports North
• Rebekkah Brunson, Talent
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jim Petersen Composite
Bally Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Talent
CATEGORY #708
WRITER - NEWS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz Writer
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Barbie Beat
KARE
• Eva Andersen, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wolfe Writes
KARE
• Morgan Wolfe, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
CATEGORY #709
WRITER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Historia: Minnesota in the Civil War
PBS North
• Mike Scholtz, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Carl Ben Eielson: Over the Top of the World
University of North Dakota Aerospace Network
• David Kuznicki, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Relish
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Writer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Aviatrix
University of North Dakota Aerospace Network
• David Kuznicki, Writer
CATEGORY #710
GRAPHIC ARTS - MOTION GRAPHICS/ VISUAL EFFECTS/COMPOSITING
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ben Malley Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Ben Malley, Motion Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cross Mental Health Region: Explainer Video
Trilix
• Josh De Lanoit, Animator
• Katie Sailer, Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Who is Iowa MHDS?
Trilix
• Katie Sailer, Motion Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MC22 Sports Opens Composite
Mediacom, MC22
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ryan Gause Composite
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Ryan Gause, Motion Graphics
CATEGORY #711
DIRECTOR - NEWSCAST OR LIVE/RECORDED LIVE PROGRAM
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Addison Chernow Composite
WCCO
• Addie Chernow, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Isaac Rice Director Multiviewer and Track
CCX Media/Northwest Community Television
• Isaac Rice, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTIV News 4: Tornadoes In Siouxland
KTIV
• Trevor Huber, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sioux City prepares for a blizzard and Iowa Caucuses
KTIV
• Greg Fisher, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL News at 6
KWWL
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
CATEGORY #712
DIRECTOR - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Elevate
Minnesota Timberwolves
• Ryan Thielen, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dream State Season V
SSQTCH
• Ian Fritz, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
LUMINARY Commercial Director Reel 2024
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Carl Ben Eielson: Over the Top of the World
University of North Dakota Aerospace Network
• David Kuznicki, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
PROFE
Twin Cities PBS
• Sergio Rapu, Director
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Aviatrix
University of North Dakota Aerospace Network
• David Kuznicki, Director
CATEGORY #713
EDITOR - NEWS/SPORTS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Devin Krinke News Editor Composite
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Our Warming Lakes
WCCO
• Jose Pascual, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Caitlin Clark Mixtape
Iowa Athletics
• Dalton Conrad, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Artistry of Hockey
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alex Miller Editing Composite - Sports
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Alex Miller, Editor
CATEGORY #714
EDITOR - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Josh Gates
KSFY/KDLT
• Joshua Gates, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Relish
Twin Cities PBS
• Jack Davis, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pete Hermann-Franzen Editing Composite
Ron Schara Productions
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Moosers
515 Productions
• Ian Planchon, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dream State Season V
SSQTCH
• Conor Murphy, Editor
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Arthur Kuh Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Arthur Kuh, Editor
CATEGORY #715
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS/SPORTS
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dayturn Daddy Composite
KARE
• Tommy Platek, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stover Photography Compilation
KARE
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Devin Krinke News Photography Composite
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Willow in the Wild
KMSP
• Willow Bryn Locke, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
An Iowa City Homecoming
Iowa Athletics
• Dalton Conrad, Photographer
• Matt Little, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Nick Lunemann Photography Composite
WCCO
• Nick Lunemann, Photographer
CATEGORY #716
PHOTOGRAPHER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kevin McKeever 2024 composite
Image Generation
• Kevin McKeever, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Relish
Twin Cities PBS
• Jack Davis, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kenny Knutson Composite - Western Skies Scenic Byway
Iowa PBS
• Kenny Knutson, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
LUMINARY Commercial Cinematographer Reel 2024
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sea Cave Photographer
Ron Schara Productions
• Ben Elling, Photographer
CATEGORY #717
VIDEO ESSAYIST
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Midco Sports Magazine - Equipping for Success
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Video Essayist
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bob's Last Dance at Chucks
WOI
• Don Schmith, Video Essayist
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sanford NICU volunteers rocking & reading to babies
KSFY/KDLT
• David Hauck, Video Essayist
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Laying Unclaimed Veterans to Rest
WOI
• Don Schmith, Video Essayist
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making A Splash
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Video Essayist
CATEGORY #718
MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - SINGLE SHIFT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Will & A Way
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MMJ Sports Features
WCCO
• Marielle Mohs, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tow Brothers and Sisters
KARE
• Morgan Wolfe, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chenue Her MMJ
WOI
• Chenue Her, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
CATEGORY #719
MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ashley Bowes Composite
Town Square Television
• Ashley Bowes, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Crafting Connections
KARE
• David Peterlinz, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dennis Rafftery Composite
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Story to Tell
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
CATEGORY #720
SOLO STORYTELLER - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Anschutz Composite
Sanford Health News
• Jason Anschutz, Solo Storyteller
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Medicine Creek Farm
Ron Schara Productions
• Kyle Heidenreich, Solo Storyteller
2024 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Friendly Wave
SWCTC
• Daniel Huiting, Solo Storyteller
CATEGORY #101
OVERALL EXCELLENCE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI: Iowa's News Leader
KCCI
• Brian Sather, President & General Manager
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9
KMSP
• Marian Davey, General Manager
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11
KARE
• Bill Dallman, General Manager
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota News Now
KSFY/KDLT
• Jim Berman, General Manager
CATEGORY #102
NEWS EXCELLENCE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota News Now
KSFY/KDLT
• Kevin King, News Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox 9 News
KMSP
• Kelly Huffman, News Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 News
KARE
• Stacey Nogy, News Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI is Iowa's News Leader
KCCI
• Allison Smith, News Director
CATEGORY #103
SPORTS EXCELLENCE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bally Sports North
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Entertainment Network
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Sports
KARE
• Reginald Wilson, Sports Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports: 2022-23 Season
Midco Sports
• Craig DeWit, General Manager
CATEGORY #104
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Best Buddies
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
• Hannah Ginder, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ten Years of Clouds Choir
Hubbard Radio
• Karl Demer, Producer/Director
• Dan Seeman, Producer/General Manager
• Ryan Roos, Talent
• Crisco, Talent
• Kaden Demer, Videographer
• Dez, Talent
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Covid Confessions
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer/Director/Editor
CATEGORY #201
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 1-75)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Sunrise
KARE
• Jordy Foy, Producer
• Cindy Chapman, Producer
• Allison Headley, Producer
• Alicia Lewis, Anchor
• Jason Hackett, Anchor
• Guy Brown, Weather Anchor
• Jennifer Austin, Reporter
• CeCe Gaines, Reporter
• Eva Andersen, Reporter
• Elizabeth Tewolde, Producer
• Jessica Viti, Producer
• Carlie Ott, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Morning show at the Field of Dreams & Iowa State Fair
KCCI
• Ellie Mirmazaheri, Field Producer
• Alaina Hand, Producer
• Tyler Wiederhoeft, Producer
• Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
• Amanda Countryman, Editor
• Eric Hanson, Anchor
• Alyx Sacks, Anchor
• James Stratton, Anchor
• Anthony Pisut, Director
• Robbie Rissman, Photojournalist
• Will Emery, Remote EIC
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox 9 Morning News for February 23rd
KMSP
• Samantha Gronlund, Producer
• Tom Butler, Anchor
• Alix Kendall, Anchor
• Ross Tulman, Producer
• Bill Keller, Reporter
• Hannah Flood, Reporter
• Shayne Wells, Reporter
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Keith Marler, Meteorologist
• Kendall Mark, Traffic Reporter
• Cody Matz, Meteorologist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 6AM
WCCO
• Kristopher Jobe, Producer
• Addie Chernow, Director
• Sandra Lind, Writer
• Heather Brown, Anchor
• Anthony Hilton, Anchor
• Pauleen Le, Reporter
• Joel Thurston, Photographer
• Shayla Reaves, Reporter
• Nicholas Boeke, Photographer
• Mike Stern, Editor
• Ramon Jones, Editor
• Riley O'Connor, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #202
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 76-120)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Team coverage: When the weather becomes the news story
KVLY
• Julie Holgate, Producer
• Jordan Schroeer, Anchor
• Ashlyn Hill, Anchor
• Lisa Green, Meteorologist
• Nachai Taylor, Reporter
• Nate Bakke, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Breaking news: Moorhead murder and incoming March snow
WDAY
• Drew Trafton, Producer
• Lisa Budeau, Anchor
• Scott Engen, Anchor
• Matt Henson, Reporter
• Bethany Newquist, Reporter
• Lydia Blume, Meteorologist
• Dillon Vogt, Meteorologist
• Travis Askerooth, Photographer
• Ryan Stacy, Production
• Ben Amell, Production
• Elisha Deluhery, Producer
• Jayden Fore, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
First at 4
KELO
• Krista Burns, Producer
• Haili Cornell, Director
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor
• Kelli Volk, Anchor
• Carter Schmidt, Reporter
• Jay Trobec, Meteorologist
• Bridget Bennett, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
• Ashton Fechner, Photographer
• Jazzmine Jackson, Reporter
CATEGORY #203
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 121+)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News 4 Today
KTIV
• Phillip Prather, Producer
• Al Joens, Anchor
• Claire Bradshaw, Anchor
• Jacob Howard, Meteorologist
• Greg Fisher, Director
• Randy Kascht, Audio Engineer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KTTC News Today Snow Storm Coverage
KTTC
• Stevan Stojanovic, Producer
• Micheal Crowley, Director
• Jess Abrahamson, Anchor
• Kelsey Marier, Anchor
• Sawyer McElroy, Meteorologist
• Derrick Overland, Photographer
• Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
• Chuck Sibley, Photographer
• Megan Zemple, Reporter
• Kaylee Dirschel, Editor/Audio Operator
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heavy Snow Causes Power Outages
WEAU
• Michelle Clemens, Producer
• Bob Gallaher, Anchor
• Dewey O'Flanagan, Director
• Mike Dandrea, Meteorologist
• Matthew Seckora, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
December 2022 Holiday Blizzard
KAAL
• Brianna Cook, Producer
• Mia Wang, Producer
• Devin Martin, Anchor
• Spencer Furman, Meteorologist
• Jim Peterson, Meteorologist/Reporter
• Sydney Zatz, Reporter
• Matthew Gencay, Director
CATEGORY #204
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 1-75)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 News at 10
KARE
• Jennifer Griffin, Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Randy Shaver, Anchor
• Ben Dery, Meteorologist
• Reginald Wilson, Sports Anchor
• Andy Trowbridge, Sports Producer
• Will Hall, Reporter
• Morgan Wolfe, Reporter
• Karin Stone, Editor
• David Peterlinz, Editor
• George Marincel, Editor
• Trista Krenelka, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 p.m. Marengo explosion breaking news with team coverage
KCCI
• Tisa Tollenaar, Producer
• Amanda Rooker, Reporter
• Brandon Green, Photojournalist
• Cortney Kintzer, Photojournalist
• Robbie Rissman, Photojournalist
• Michael Simmons, Photojournalist
• Todd Magel, Reporter
• James Stratton, Reporter
• Kayla James, Reporter
• Shannon Ehrhardt, Sports Photojournalist
• Beau Bowman, Reporter
• Tyler Stone, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
6 p.m. The Day after the Cornerstone Church Shooting
KCCI
• Ellie Mirmazaheri, Producer
• Matt Spurlock, Director
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Kayla James, Reporter
• Amanda Rooker, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photojournalist
• Brandon Green, Photojournalist
• Bob Thomas, Photojournalist
• Tyler Stone, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nightcast February 22nd/2023
KSTP
• Masaki Sugimoto, Producer
• Wren Clair, Meteorologist
• Ben Henry, Reporter
• Callan Gray, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WCCO 10PM Winter Storm Coverage
WCCO
• Leah Henry, Producer
• Zachary Hammer, Producer
• Dave Hillestad, Director
• Allen Henry, Reporter
• Joe Van Ryn, Photographer
• David Schuman, Reporter
• David Schwab, Photographer
• Jonah Kaplan, Reporter
• Benjamin Harper, Photographer
• Chris Shaffer, Meteorologist
• Caroline Cummings, Reporter
• Mike Durenberger, Photographer
CATEGORY #205
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 76-120)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Holiday Winter Storm
KGAN/KFXA
• Michael Howell, Producer
• Mitch Fick, Anchor
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
• Cayson Frerichs, Meteorologist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Covering a North Dakota winter storm in April
KVLY
• Renee Nygren, Producer
• Stacie Van Dyke, Anchor
• Justin Betti, Anchor
• Reed Gregory, Reporter
• Bailey Hurley, Reporter
• Hutch Johnson, Chief Meteorologist
• Christian Lawrence, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Toothless and Ruthless is Headed to Tampa Bay
WDAY
• Bryant Stenberg, Producer
• Kerstin Kealy, Anchor
• Dana Mogck, Anchor
• Dom Izzo, Reporter
• Sam Goetzinger, Reporter
• Matt Henson, Reporter
• John Wheeler, Meteorologist
• Cullen Holt, Sports Anchor
• John Beaudine, Director
• Alex Moulvi, Remote Director
• Eric Bunnell, Photographer
• Matt Hopper, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND News at 6: January 3/2023
KELO
• Kyle Ireland, Producer
• Hannah Foster, Producer
• Haili Cornell, Director
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor
• Bridget Bennett, Anchor
• Jay Trobec, Meteorologist
• Tom Hanson, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
• Dan Santella, Reporter
• Scot Mundt, Meteorologist
• Ashton Fechner, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG-TV9 News at 10: Tornadoes Hit Eastern Iowa
KCRG
• Aaron Hepker, Producer
• Jennifer Albrecht, Producer
• Beth Malicki, Anchor
• Jim Mertens, Anchor
• Corey Thompson, Meteorologist
• Jan Ryherd, Meteorologist
• Becky Phelps, Reporter
• Brian Tabick, Reporter
• Jack Lido, Sports Reporter
• Jon Howren, Director
• Levi Bernhard, Director
• Marlon Hall, Photographer
• Brad Burton, Photographer
• Nick Nading, Photographer
CATEGORY #206
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 121+)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WDIO News at 6 December Snowstorm
WDIO
• Anna Olfelt, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KEYC News Now at 6-Tornadoes 25th Anniversary
KEYC
• Dion Cheney, Producer/Anchor
• Stacy Steinhagen, Producer/Anchor
• Shawn Cable, Chief Meteorologist
• Sofia Martinez, Reporter
• Madeline Paul, Reporter
• Anthony Peregrin, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WQOW April 15/2023
WQOW
• Kristen Shill, Producer
• Julia Lopez, Producer/Anchor
CATEGORY #207
NEWS SPECIAL
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
State of Policing
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Producer
• Grant Verdon, Photojournalist
• Lewis Karpel, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breaking the Stigma: A Dakota News Now Special Report
KSFY/KDLT
• Justin Wulf, Producer
• Anndrea Anderson, Anchor
• Samuel Wright, Anchor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MMIP: Families Seeking Answers
KELO
• Anna Peters, Producer
• Lauren Soulek, Reporter/Anchor
• Dan Santella, Reporter/Anchor
• Hope McCloskey, Field Producer
• Jazzmine Jackson, Reporter
• Carter Schmidt, Reporter
CATEGORY #208
JOURNALISTIC ENTERPRISE - INDIVIDUAL/TEAM
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paul Blume/EnterprisingReporter
KMSP
• Paul Blume, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Reporting/Not Stenography
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota in Motion
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Video or It Didn't Happen
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Relentless
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
CATEGORY #301
DAILY NEWS REPORT (SINGLE SHIFT)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Repping D. Hill
KARE
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Randy Shaver, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Here Today/Gone Tomorrow
KARE
• Morgan Wolfe, Producer
• Jacob Charbonneau, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The End of a Culinary Era
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• David Porter, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Huddled Together
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Producer
• Samie Solina, Producer
CATEGORY #302
HARD NEWS REPORT - NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minneapolis Encampments: Police not allowed
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rancher and Researcher: Two Unlikely Friends
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
CATEGORY #303
BREAKING/SPOT NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
March 31/2023 Tornado Outbreak
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist/Storm Chaser
• Rebecca Kopelman, Meteorologist
• Michael Howell, Producer
• Cayson Frerichs, Meteorologist
• Garrett Heyd, Meteorologist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Marengo Workplace Explosion
KCRG
• Aaron Hepker, Producer
• Beth Malicki, Anchor
• Jim Mertens, Anchor
• Jackie Kennon, Anchor
• Ellen Reuter, Producer
• Jennifer Albrecht, Producer
• Ethan Stein, Reporter
• Kristin Rogers, Reporter
• Becky Phelps, Reporter
• Brian Tabick, Reporter
• Chris Osborne, Editor
• Matt Wilde, Photographer
• Marc Bauer, Photographer
• Jack Lido, Photographer
• Kyle Sleichter, Photographer
• Daniel Haight, Director
• Dave Lineweaver, Director
• Adam Erickson, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Breaking News: Train Derailment
WCCO
• Pauleen Le, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Abortion Rights Protest in Sioux Falls
KSFY/KDLT
• Justin Wulf, Producer
• Kevin King, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I Actually Thought It Was A False Alarm
KARE
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #304
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Unreliable
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Unfinished Business
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Grant Verdon, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Railroaded
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Water Wars
KARE
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Producer
• Rieta Buttaro Mikkelsen, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Understanding Autism
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Forced Out
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
CATEGORY #305
INVESTIGATIVE - SINGLE REPORT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Until Death
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bad Rooster
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Eli Files
KARE
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rubber Stamped
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photojournalist
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Ricky Campbell, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Blowing the Whistle on Water Gremlin
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Grant Verdon, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #306
INVESTIGATIVE - MULTIPLE REPORTS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Released Too Soon
KCRG
• Ethan Stein, InvestigativeReporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Investigates: Broken Promises
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
• Ron Stover, Photojournalist
• Jacob Charbonneau, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The GAP: Failure to Treat/Failure to Protect
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sheriff Hutchinson Unravels
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brian Wiedeke, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
48 Hours (and counting)
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
CATEGORY #307
LIGHT NEWS FEATURE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Retiring Violin Player
WQOW
• Katie Phernetton, Producer/Reporter
• Chris Hoyt, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Friendly Sasquatch
WXOW
• Mike Beiermeister, Reporter
• Elizabeth Briggson, Photographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bagger by Day/Crooner by Night
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• David Porter, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spreading More Kindness
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Grant Verdon, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Legacy of Love
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Jannay Towne, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bubbling with Joy
KARE
• Samie Solina, Producer
• David Porter, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Gunny at the Wheel
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
• Tommy Platek, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #308
SERIOUS NEWS FEATURE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Of Grief & Growth
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
What's Gonna Happen to Him?
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Dose of Hope
KARE
• Will Hall, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Landen's Story: A Journey of Hope and Healing
KARE
• Julie Nelson, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
November
BLCK Press
• Georgia Fort, Reporter
• Joshua Cobb, Producer
• Rebecca Gilbuena-Johnson, Producer
• Ronald Johnson, Cinematographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fisher Family Fire
KARE
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Meghan Reistad, Producer
CATEGORY #309
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
I Do, I Do, for Real
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cut From The Same Cloth
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
• Samie Solina, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Song A Day Project
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Amish TikToker
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I Don't Look Sick
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Producer
CATEGORY #310
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Local Exchange: Season 2 Composite
KBJR
• Kendall Jarboe, Reporter
• Alex Laitala, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rejected
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Downtown's Loss
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
• Danny Spewak, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
World's Largest Corn Maze
KARE
• Morgan Wolfe, Producer
• David Porter, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Willow's Mugs
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Putting the Squeeze On Low Income Seniors
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Jacob Charbonneau, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wild West of THC
KMSP
• Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
CATEGORY #311
CRIME/JUSTICE - NEWS (SINGLE SHIFT)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Operation Safe Summer
WCCO
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
• Chris Cruz, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aniya's Angelversary
KARE
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Charmaine Nero, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Shakopee Homicide Case
KARE
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Lou Raguse, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Drugs make it hard to prosecute
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
CATEGORY #312
CRIME/JUSTICE - NEWS (NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Where's Katie?
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This is a stupid search warrant for a snowblower!
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Under (Automatic) Fire
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Murder She Solves
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brian Wiedeke, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Help Never Came
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Ron Stover, Photojournalist
• Steve Eckert, Producer
CATEGORY #313
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Proud Little Leaders
WOI
• Chenue Her, Reporter/Writer/Editor
• Don Schmith, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
No Translation Needed
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
• Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lockdown Learning Loss
WHO
• Elias Johnson, Reporter
• Kobe Gaines, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
One Day at a Time
CCX Media/Northwest Community Television
• Shannon Slatton Schwartz, Reporter
• Adam Jukkola, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minna's Notes
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
CATEGORY #314
CHILDREN/YOUTH/TEEN - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kaylee's Pitch to Never Quit
WDAY
• Matt Henson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Ultimate Goal
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
One Sharp Kid
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Good Question Composite
WCCO
• Heather Brown, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Northland Strong: Zeke Priest
WDIO
• Justin Liles, Chief Meteorologist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Joy Ambassador
KMSP
• Kelly O'Connell, Reporter
CATEGORY #315
ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Power Switch
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tracking Forever Chemicals
KMSP
• Nathan O'Neal, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Balloon Launch: The Science Behind Aerostar
WCCO
• Nick Lunemann, Photojournalist
• Jonah Kaplan, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Art Meets Science
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Fight for Roof Depot
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Line 3
WCCO
• Aki Nace, Producer
• Erin Hassanzadeh, Reporter
CATEGORY #316
HEALTH/MEDICAL - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Donations For Life
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Home is where the heart Is
WCCO
• Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield, Reporter/Producer
• Joe Berglove, Photographer/ Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
In his journey of sobriety/Matt Moberg turns to art
WCCO
• Pauleen Le, Reporter
• Dave Charest, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
And Good Luck
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bonded by Hearts
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drake Lunch Lady
KCCI
• Todd Magel, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The COVID App That Few Used
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Angel on the Ice
KBJR
• Quinn Gorham, Reporter
• Alex Laitala, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dr. Moms are Dying By Suicide
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Reid Bolton, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #317
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIA - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hear Their Voices: Trauma caused by Federal Indian Boarding Schools
KXMB
• Brooke Williams, Anchor/Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Let's Play Hockey
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Letters from WWII
WDIO
• Baihly Warfield, Reporter
• Kyle Aune, Photographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Historic Steamboat Stuck On Dry Land
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
CATEGORY #318
LIFESTYLE - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Singing in the Car
WCCO
• Kirsten Mitchell, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Exploring Lake Superior: Sailing with Kicks
WDIO
• Baihly Warfield, Reporter/Photographer
• Kyle Aune, Photographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Shoulder to Shoulder
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
• Samie Solina, Reporter
CATEGORY #319
MILITARY - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Art Of War
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hope's Horizon
KARE
• Jacob Charbonneau, Editor
• Greg Vandegrift, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dom's Memorial
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Winter Warfare Training In Norway
WCCO
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
• Tom Aviles, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
For The Fallen
KARE
• David Porter, Photographer
CATEGORY #320
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Does This Train Go to Duluth?
KARE
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
• Danny Spewak, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Grand Marais Coast Guard station closing
KBJR
• Dan Wolfe, Reporter
• Alex Laitala, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Scrapped
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Ricky Campbell, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Safety or money? Small town makes millions on speed cameras
KCCI
• James Stratton, Reporter
• Bob Smith, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Pause in Violence Interruption
KSTP
• Ben Henry, Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Our Northern Border
WCCO
• Jose Pascual, Photojournalist
• John Lauritsen, Reporter
CATEGORY #321
DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Walk to the Store
KARE
• Reid Bolton, Photographer/Editor
• Kiya Edwards, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Her Purple Jordans
CCX Media/Northwest Community Television
• Delane Cleveland, Reporter
• Adam Jukkola, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minneapolis v. Richardson
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Obstructing Justice
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
My Name Is Nora J.S. Reichardt
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Producer
• Eva Andersen, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Humble Horse
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
CATEGORY #322
WEATHER - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Flood 2023 Coverage
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
• Logan Schroeder, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Madison County Strong/One Year Later
WOI
• Dave Downey, Producer/Reporter
• Don Schmith, Photographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Enhanced Fujita Scale
KIMT
• Aaron White, Meteorologist
• Blake Klein, VFX Designer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Weatherz School
WDIO
• Brandon Weatherz, Producer
• James Faynik, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Winter Weather Ready
WDIO
• Justin Liles, Chief Meteorologist/Producer
• Brandon Weatherz, Meteorologist
• Sabrina Ullman, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #401
SPORTS STORY - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Setting Women’s college hockey’s biggest stage
KBJR
• Alexis Bass, Reporter
• Alex Laitala, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
St. Paul Baseball
KARE
• Randy Shaver, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Editor Photographer
• Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Blue Lou
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From Seoul to St. Paul: MNUFC's Korean Sensation
KMSP
• Se Kwon, Reporter/Producer
• Sean Skinner, Photojournalist/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Miraculous Assist
KARE
• Will Hall, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Special Player/Special Season
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mauer Reunion
KSTP
• Joe Schmit, Reporter/writer
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
JJ & Willy's Friendship Gameplan
WOI
• Chenue Her, Reporter/Writer/Editor
• Don Schmith, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #402
SPORTS STORY - SHORT & LONG FORM CONTENT 
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sebastien’s Story
Bally Sports North
• Audra Martin, Reporter
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Beyond the Lines: Mind Over Matter
Mediacom, MC22
• Chris Lenart, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paying Tribute To Legendary Coach Bud Grant
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Christian Rangel, Producer/Editor
• Bryan Harper, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Wild Spotlight: Jesper Wallstedt
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Jesse Son, Producer/Editor
• Katie Sailer, Motion Designer & Animator
• Sydney Dhabalt, Producer
• Phil Young, Sound Designer
• Chad Adams, Cinematographer
• Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Cinematographer
• Alex Rich, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild In-Arena Open Video
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Ryan Gause, Producer
• Joey Skare, Editor
• Marko Zitzer, Cinematographer
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
• Scott Hoffman, Cinematographer
• Tony Mahmood, Lighting
• Dan Godar, Cinematographer
• Max McDougall, Lighting
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Right Where He Needs To Be
KMSP
• Amy Hockert, Writer/Producer
• Josh Grenier, Editor
• Doug Solomon, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Women's Basketball: Growing the Game
HawkVision Productions
• Dalton Conrad, Cinematographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
NCAA Wrestling Championships: Kyven Gadson: My Title
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• James Drescher, Producer/Cinematographer
• Sydney Dhabalt, Producer/Editor
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Cinematographer
• Alex Rich, Producer
CATEGORY #403
SPORTS PROGRAM
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Call to Cooperstown: Tony Oliva
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Jan Michael Joncas, Narrator
• Jim Bothun, Photographer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Michael Novak, Photographer
• Andrew Halverson, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Becoming Wild
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Brandon McCauley, Producer
• Joe Brunett, Editor
• Sean Rice, Cinematographer
• Ryan Gause, Graphics
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond Our Ice
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Monty Torres, Producer And Editor
• Brandon McCauley, Cinematographer
• Sean Rice, Cinematographer
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
• Ryan Gause, Graphics
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Voyage
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer/Director
• Alex Miller, Producer
• Ryan O'Neill, Producer
• Avneet Gill, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inside the Lynx
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Marney Gellner, Host
• Rebekkah Lamar Brunson, Analyst
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
CATEGORY #404
SPORTS - ONE TIME SPECIAL
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota 2023
Bally Sports North
• Jordan Austin, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Brian Christensen, Director
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Tadd Wilson, Director Of Operations
• Erich Manwarren, Operations Manager
• Jamie Hersch, Host
• Tony Tortorici, Producer
• Colleen Schreier, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Vikings: SHOWTIME!
KMSP
• Sean Skinner, Producer/Editor
• Hannah Flood, Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
• John Cottew, Photojournalist
• Doug Solomon, Photojournalist
• Vanshay Murdock, Photojournalist
• Aaron Goodyear, Photojournalist
• Scott Wise, Photojournalist
• Jared Rose, Photojournalist
• Russ Weseman, Photojournalist
• Nate Zinnel, News Operations Manager
• Kelly Huffman, News Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Home Ice Advantage
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Matt Hussey, Producer/Director
• Derek Bitter, Producer
• Matt Lundmark, Producer/Cinematographer
• Ian Fritz, Producer/Cinematographer/Editor/Audio
• Conor Murphy, Producer/Cinematographer/Editor
• Pete Keffer, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Looking Back with Lou
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Michael Novak, Photographer
• Tony Tortorici, Producer
CATEGORY #405
LIVE SPORTING EVENT - GAME
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hockey Day Minnesota 2023 (Hill-Murray vs White Bear Lake)
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Ryan Carter, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Analyst
• Katie Storm, Reporter
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Chris Ritchie, Graphic Artist
• Tadd Wilson, Director Of Operations
• Tom Mee III, Graphics Operator
• Erich Manwarren, Operations Manager
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Dakota Marker Showdown: South Dakota State at North Dakota State
Midco Sports
• Travis Wagemann, Producer
• Tom Nieman, Play-By-Play
• David Brown, Set Host
• Joseph Beltrame, Director
• Toby McDonald, Technical Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2022 South Dakota State vs North Dakota State football
WDAY
• Stacey Anderson, Producer
• Logan Frauenshuh, Director
• Cam Stoddard, Audio
• Dom Izzo, Talent
• Justin Hawley, Replay
• Kyle Emanuel, Analyst
• Matt Hopper, Graphics
• Spencer Sharp, Director
• Logan Campbell, Reporter/Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2022 Prep Bowl: 3A Championship
KSTC
• Brian Monahan, Producer
• Patrick O'Connor, Director
• Taylor Stein, Producer/Editor
• Tim McDonough, Graphics Artist
• Jeff Ihlan, Graphics Artist/Operator
• Tori Holt, Play-By-Play
• Chris Ohm, Game Analyst
• Chris Long, Studio Host
• Travis Walch, Studio Analyst
• Monica Doyle, Operations
• Sean Kelly, Technical Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Summit League Women's Basketball Tournament: Kansas City vs. Denver
Midco Sports
• Greg Enkers, Producer
• Jack Neisen, Director
• Jay Elsen, Play-By-Play
• Brian Shawn, Set Host
• Darron Wallace, SidelineReporter
• Toby McDonald, Technical Director
• Josh Munce, Photographer
• Joseph Beltrame, Replay
CATEGORY #406
LIVE SPORTING EVENT - SEASON
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild 2022-2023
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Ryan Carter, Analyst
• Wes Walz, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Tom Mee III, Graphics Operator
• Ted Allaire, Replay Operator
• Brad Zeimet, Audio Mixer
• Tadd Wilson, Director Of Operations
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Twins 2023
Bally Sports North
• Rick Palermo, Producer
• Craig Rothberg, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Jordan Austin, Director
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Cory Provus, Play-by-Play
• Justin Morneau, Analyst
• Glen Perkins, Analyst
• Audra Martin, Reporter
• Tadd Wilson, Director Of Operations
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Timberwolves 2022-2023
Bally Sports North
• Craig Rothberg, Producer
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Jordan Austin, Director
• Michael Grady, Play-by-Play
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
• Katie Storm, Reporter
• Lea B. Olsen, Reporter
• Tadd Wilson, Director Of Operations
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
University Of North Dakota Hockey: 2022-23 Season
Midco Sports
• Jeremy Klein, Producer
• Mike Derman, Director
• Alex Heinert, Play-By-Play
• Taylor Budge, SidelineReporter
• Toby McDonald, Technical Director
• Marty Mueller, Photographer
• Jack Neisen, Photographer
• Tanner Robinson, Photographer
• Jody Norstedt, Play-By-Play
• Greg Enkers, Producer
CATEGORY #501
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Building a Table For 7: Farm & Forage to Fine Dining
Lakeland PBS
• Scott Knudson, Producer/Director/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Meredith Willson: America's Music Man
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Director/Writer/Editor
• Sutton Foster, Voiceover Narration
• Dominic Broomfield-McHugh, Producer
• Sean Ingrassia, Editor
• David Feingold, Audio Mix
• John Campbell, Camera Operator
• Darrin Clouse, Camera Operator
• Eric Gooden, Camera Operator
• Adam Welch, Camera Operator
• Kate Bloomburg, Graphics/Art Design
• Alisa Dodge, Graphics/Art Design
• Brent Willett, Graphics/Art Design
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The State of Polka
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Mike Scholtz, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Victory Songs: The Lakota Music Project
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Kevin Patten, Producer
• Rex Kinnear, Director
CATEGORY #502
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Governors of Iowa: Robert Ray
Iowa PBS
• Andrew Batt, Producer
• Travis Graven, Narration/Voiceover
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Scott Faine, Videographer
• Eric Gooden, Videographer
• Adam Welch, Videographer
• David Feingold, Audio
• Cameron McCoy, Post-Production Editor
• Tiffany Clouse, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rivertown: The Ballad of Brinkman Ridge
WLAX
• Tyler Ike, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Pride of the Dakotas
1856 Productions
• Brad Dumke, Producer/Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Surviving the '72 Flood
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Seth Tupper, Producer
• Josh Haiar, Videographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Telling Our Own Story: Black History
Iowa PBS
• Venise Berry, Producer
• S. Torriano Berry, Producer/Videographer
• David Miller, Producer
• Julie Knutson, Post-Production Editor
• Neal Kyer, Post-Production Editor
• David Feingold, Post-Production Audio
• Phong Duong, Graphics
• Brent Willett, Animation
CATEGORY #503
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Telling Our Own Story: Ending Racism
Iowa PBS
• Ty Rushing, Writer/Director/Producer
• Justin Wan, Videographer/Producer/Editor
• David Miller, Producer
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• Neal Kyer, Editor
• David Feingold, Audio Editor
• Brent Willett, Animation
• Phong Duong, Graphics
• Dylan Foote, Audio Mixer
• Jerry Lang II, Original Music
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Ups and Downs of Herb and Jan Conn
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Justin Koehler, Producer
• Michael Zinny, Producer
• Maxwell Tushla, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Juvenile Justice: Failing Victims/Failing Kids
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Producer/Anchor
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Ron Stover, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Make a Wish Iowa: Ava's Story
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Nathan McNurlen, Editor
• Sydney Dhabalt, Producer
• James Drescher, Producer/Cinematographer
• Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
• Phil Young, Sound Designer
• Chad Adams, Cinematographer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Cinematographer
• Melissa McCarroll, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Make a Wish Iowa: Joseph's Story
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Sydney Dhabalt, Producer/Editor
• James Drescher, Producer/Cinematographer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Cinematographer
• Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
• Phil Young, Sound Designer
• Melissa McCarroll, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Freshwater
515 Productions
• Lynn Melling, Producer/Director
• Ian Planchon, Director/Photographer
• Robb Moore, Sound Operator
• Bruce James Bales, Cinematographer
• John Hennessey Baker, Sound Operator
• Dave Poyzer, Sound Operator/Graphics
• Christian Dalbec, Cinematographer
• Keith White, Sound Design
• Spencer Michael Smith, Cinematographer
CATEGORY #504
MAGAZINE PROGRAM
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine – November 07 2022
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Tom Nieman, Host
• Alex Heinert, Reporter
• David Brown, Reporter
• Jason Andera, Reporter
• Taylor Budge, Photographer
• Marty Mueller, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rides with Jay Thomas: Stories around the region
KVLY
• Jay Thomas, Producer
• Alex Van Eeckhout, Producer
• Wes DesJardins, Producer
• Zach Thompson, Photographer
• Lynn Trelstad, Graphic Designer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound: Introduce a Kid to the Great Outdoors
Ron Schara Productions
• Aaron Achtenberg, Producer
• Ron Schara, Host
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photojournalist
• Troy Knechtel, Photojournalist
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist
• Laura Schara, Host
• Bill Sherck, Host
• Travis Frank, Reporter
• Ben Elling, Photojournalist
• Anna E Kohls, Field Producer
• Scott Fransen, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota Life: Greetings from Mission
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Larry Rohrer, Segment Producer
• Jonathan Rouse, Videographer/Editor
• Greg Beesley, Segment Producer
• Brian Gevik, Segment Producer
• Kate Lundahl, Videographer/Editor
• Richard Two Bulls, Segment Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound: Winter Wonderland
Ron Schara Productions
• Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Ron Schara, Host
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photojournalist
• Troy Knechtel, Photojournalist
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist
• Laura Schara, Host
• Bill Sherck, Host
• Travis Frank, Reporter
• Scott Fransen, Producer
• Ben Elling, Photojournalist
• Scott Stankiewicz, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Breakdown
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Nick Johnson, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Katie Storm, Host
• Justin Morneau, Reporter
• Kelly Pannek, Reporter
• Jim Petersen, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Jordan Austin, Photographer
• Michael Novak, Photographer
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
CATEGORY #505
PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAM
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Josiah
Carlini Entertainment
• Joe Carlini, Director/Editor/Producer
• Jodi Ritacca, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SD Focus: City Responses to Homelessness
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Jacqueline Hendry, Producer
• Krystal Schoenbauer, Videographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Complicated Loss
WXOW
• Nick Bjerke, Producer
• Elizabeth Briggson, Videographer
• Jake Anderson, Editor
• Dustin Luecke, Anchor
• Brittany Rau, Producer/Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Telling Our Own Story: Poverty and the Wealth Gap
Iowa PBS
• Terrence Thames, Producer
• Mark Smith, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• David Miller, Producer
• Dan Morgan, Editor/Cinematographer
• Ean Harélle, Host
• Fred Ebong, Cinematographer
• Julie Knutson, Post-Production Editor
• Neal Kyer, Post-Production Editor
• David Feingold, Post-Production Audio
• Phong Duong, Graphics
• Brent Willett, Animation
CATEGORY #506
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ely Winter Festival
Ron Schara Productions
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Editor
• Bill Sherck, Host
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jared Allen Ring of Honor
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Arthur Kuh, Producer/Editor
• Greg Bostrom, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Producer
• Jared Allen, Talent
• Ben Leber, Talent
• Tom West, Producer
• Jesse Marquette, Producer
• Tracy McDonald, Producer
• Kyle Johnson, Camera Operator
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
John Beargrease Sleddog Marathon 2023
PBS North
• Isaac Quick, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Megan McGarvey, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Ashlee Smith, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Tomas Soderberg, Videographer
• Owen Zagrabelny, Videographer
• Nina Fredrickson, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KS95's 10th Annual Largest "Clouds Choir" for a Cause
Atomic K Records & Productions
• Karl Demer, Producer/Director/Editor
• Todd Randall, Photographer
• Randy Olejnicak, Audio Recordist
• Ber Lee, 2nd Audio Recordist
• Jason Wiltse, Camera
• Edwin Irwin, Camera
• Mark Walentiny, Camera
• Natasha Carlson, Camera
• Luke Hochrein, Camera
• Cory Spawn, Camera
• Sydni Saunders, Camera
• Jonathan Krejci, Technical Director/Lighting Director
CATEGORY #507
ENTERTAINMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Phoenix: Studio session at The Current
Minnesota Public Radio
• Evan Clark, Producer/Photographer
• Erik Stromstad, Photographer
• Eric Romani, Audio Engineer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Addilyn Erica: Wooden Sword
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Cole Bates Norum, Director/Producer/Editor
• Nick Mongar, Producer/Cinematographer
• Josh De Lanoit, Motion Designer/Animator
• Chad Adams, Cinematographer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Cinematographer
• Phil Young, Recording/Sound Designer
• Addilyn Erica, Performer/Songwriter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stephen Sanchez: Live for The Current
Minnesota Public Radio
• Eric Romani, Producer
• Erik Stromstad, Photographer
• Evan Clark, Audio Engineer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sounds of Blackness: Hold Up Your Light (Afro Beat Mix)
Atomic K Records & Productions
• Karl Demer, Director/DP/Editor
• Kaden Demer, Camera
• Carrie Harrington, Producer
CATEGORY #508
ENTERTAINMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Thomas Søndergård Conducts the Minnesota Orchestra
Minnesota Orchestra
• Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
• Adam Romey, Producer & Score Reader
• Ariana Kim, Host & Writer
• Joel Mooney, Technical Director
• Michael Murnane, Lighting Director
• Don Hughes, Stage Manager
• Thomas Søndergård, Conductor
• Jay Perlman, Head Audio Engineer
• Matt Winiecki, Stage Manager
• Hannah Pietilä, Graphics Designer
• Steve Fischer, Editor
• Adam Geiger, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sioux City Symphony and the Legendary John Osborn
Iowa PBS
• Judy Blank, Producer/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Producer
• Josh Buettner, Director/Editor
• Kevin Rivers, Engineer In Charge
• Neal Kyer, Video Engineer/Editor
• David Feingold, Audio Engineer
• Sean Ingrassia, Technical Director
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Kenny Knutson, Videographer
• Scott Faine, Camera Operator
• Joe Bustad, Graphic Designer
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphic Designer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Jason Show
KMSP
• Jeffrey Orcutt, Producer
• Jason Matheson, Host
• Ted Johnsen, Producer
• Kendall Mark, Sidekick
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Eric Sturm, Photographer/Editor
• Robert King, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Orchestra Performs Rapsodie Espagnol
Minnesota Orchestra
• Adam Romey, Producer & Score Reader
• Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
• Sarah Hicks, Host & Writer
• Joel Mooney, Technical Director
• Michael Murnane, Lighting Director
• Don Hughes, Stage Manager
• Jay Perlman, Head Audio Engineer
• Steve Fischer, Editor
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Michael Osborne, Audio Engineer
• Melissa Ousley, Co-Host
• Maureen Conroy, Music Licensing Producer
CATEGORY #509
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Perfectly Imperfect Sugar Cookies
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Producer/Editor
• Sean Skinner, Photographer/Director
• Stephanie Hansen, Talent/Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tourist Traps
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Videographer
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
• Hailey Eidenschink, Host
• Greg Grell, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Meet Piano Technician Mika'ele Toia
Minnesota Orchestra
• Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
• Mark Hentges, Field Photographer
• Mika'ele Toia, Host
• Chase Hentges, Field Audio
• Adam Romey, Producer
• Adam Geiger, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adipose Made For The Outdoors!
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Seen By Me: Yia Vang
Hi-Fly'n Productions
• Kevin May, Producer/Director/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Woodbury City Budget: LEGO style
SWCTC
• Ann Schweisguth, Producer/Director/Animator/Editor
• Mark Martinez, Producer
• Brian Schmidt, Color Correction
CATEGORY #510
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spurgeon: Life in Photos
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Ryan Carter, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Circle: Kwesi Adofo-Mensah
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Gabe Henderson, Talent/Producer/Editor
• Christian Rangel, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Circle: Kirk Cousins
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Gabe Henderson, Talent/Producer/Editor
• Christian Rangel, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jesse Ventura Almanac Interview
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host
• Scott Trotman, Director/Photographer
• Nic Ortiz, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
On The Job
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Scott Neal, Host
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Enough Said
KMSP
• Lori Fisher, Producer/Moderator
• Dan Barreiro, Host
• Justin Gaard, Host
• Christine Bastolich, Director
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Rob King, Editor
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
CATEGORY #511
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Seen By Me: Yudong Shen
Hi-Fly'n Productions
• Kevin May, EP/Director/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bruce Engebretson: Handweaver
Prairie Public
• Andy Garske, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nursing home activity Director becomes characters on stage
Sanford Health News
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Lonnie Nichols, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
When Glitches are Good
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Public Art Profiles
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kent Estey: Artist
Prairie Public
• Barbara Gravel, Producer
CATEGORY #512
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents A Thousand Acres
Iowa PBS
• Judy Blank, Producer/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Producer
• Kevin Rivers, Engineer In Charge
• Neal Kyer, Video Engineer/Editor
• David Feingold, Audio Engineer
• Sean Ingrassia, Audio Engineer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Eric Gooden, Videographer
• Scott Faine, Camera Operator
• Joe Bustad, Graphic Designer
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphic Designer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
STAGE: American Roots Revue
Twin Cities PBS
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Ryan Klabunde, Producer/Editor
• Natalia Romero Arbeláez, Host
• Luke Heikkila, Producer
• Anne Guttridge, Producer
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Colorist
• Eric Pagel, Audio Sweetening
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Adam Gieger, Producer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Scott Trotman, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Playing Haydn for the Angel of Death
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Mike Scholtz, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota Life Detours: The Silver Screens of the Prairie
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Greg Beesley, Producer
• Kate Lundahl, Videographer/Editor
• Jonathan Rouse, Videographer/Editor
• Kyle Mork, Videographer/Editor
• Larry Rohrer, Narrator
CATEGORY #513
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Empress of a Sugary Empire of Joy
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota's Alt-Meat Revolution: The Great Burger Taste-Off
Pioneer PBS
• Amanda Anderson, Producer/videographer/writer
• Esmeralda Ziemer, Videographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Blossoming Business
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
CATEGORY #514
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Zach & Howard
Story Time with Steve & Micah
• Micah Davis, Videographer/Editor
• Steve Betchkal, Writer/Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gabrielle Johnson: 2023 ND Poetry Out Loud State Champion
Prairie Public
• Cassie Pierce, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
School Social Workers Share Experiences During Pandemic
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer/Director/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aces on Ice
Ron Schara Productions
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist/Editor
• Travis Frank, Producer/Writer/Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Welcome to Mars, North Dakota
University Of North Dakota Aerospace Network
• David Kuznicki, Producer
• Robert Cary, Producer
CATEGORY #515
CHILDREN/YOUTH/TEEN
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Elementary Students Share Experiences During The Pandemic
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Horsin' Around: Candice Aamot
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Reporter
• Josh Munce, Producer
CATEGORY #516
ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Northern Nights, Starry Skies
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Photographer
• John Shepard, Producer/Writer/Offline Editor
• Travis Novitsky, Producer/Narrator
• Bob Foucault, Director/Offline Editor
• Isaac Quick, Videographer
• Anthony Larson, Videographer
• Tomas Soderberg, Videographer
• Tracy Fredin, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rock Snot Invasion
Pioneer PBS
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Cindy Dorn, Writer/Producer
• Bret Amundson, Narrator
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Community Power Minnesota: Transportation and Happiness
The Redford Center
• Sebastian Schnabel, Producer/Director
CATEGORY #517
HEALTH/MEDICAL - SHORT OR LONG FORM FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kate Swenson: Autism Advocate
South Washington County Telecommunications Commission
• Bob McSherry, Producer/Editor
• Mark Martinez, Producer
• Brian Schmidt, Photography
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Hero For Heroes: PT Dan
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Reporter
• Josh Munce, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
My First Mammogram Saved My Life
Avera Health
• Andy Dykstra, Producer
• Jake Iversen, Producer
• Cale Feller, Producer
• Lindsey Meyers, Producer
• Michelle Pellman, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dr. Brita/T.D.
University Of North Dakota Aerospace Network
• David Kuznicki, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Uncharted Journey
Blue Key Media
• Dan West, Director
CATEGORY #518
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
History of the Hipp
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• David Nimmer, Narrator
• Jim Bothun, Photographer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Michael Novak, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
John Beargrease
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Videography
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
• Hailey Eidenschink, Host
• Tomas Soderberg, Videographer
• Megan McGarvey, Videographer
• Isaac Quick, Videography
• Greg Grell, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Grasshopper Girl: Author Teresa Peterson
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Boomtown
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Videography
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
• Hailey Eidenschink, Host
• Lance Haavisto, Videographer
• Greg Grell, Producer
CATEGORY #519
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIA - LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sold! The Story of an Auctioneering Family
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jim Crow of the North Stories
Twin Cities PBS
• Kevin Dragseth, Producer/Director
• Miranda Harincar, Producer
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer
• Acoma Gaither, Host
• Carrie Clark, Editor
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Jacob Kelso, Videographer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Jonathan Camp, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Terry Gray, Audio Post-Production
• Jon Van Amber, Graphic Design
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Built With Love
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Mike Scholtz, Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota's Alt-Meat Revolution: The Smell of Money
Pioneer PBS
• Amanda Anderson, Producer/videographer/writer
• Esmeralda Ziemer, Videographer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Verlyn Kling and the Missing Les Paul
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Tate Marshall, Animator
CATEGORY #520
LIFESTYLE - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nelda Schrupp: Jewelry Artist
Prairie Public
• Cassie Pierce, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tina Rexing's Big Bad Holiday Cookies
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Producer/Editor
• Sean Skinner, Photographer/Producer
• Stephanie Hansen, Talent/Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
One Man's Winter Woods
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Outside Chance: Introduction to Boundary Waters Canoeing
Twin Cities PBS
• Ryan Klabunde, Producer/Editor
• Chance York, Host
• Marissa Blahnik, Producer
• Luke Heikkila, Producer
• Slade Kemmet, Videographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Colorist
• Eric Pagel, Audio Sweetening
• Jon Van Amber, Graphic Design
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Growing Your Own Way
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
CATEGORY #521
LIFESTYLE - LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ode to Izzy
Ron Schara Productions
• Scott Fransen, Producer
• Ben Elling, Photojournalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fresh-Baked Goodness
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Jason Show: Stephanie's Dish Holiday Takeover
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Producer/Editor
• Stephanie Hansen, Talent/Producer
• Sean Skinner, Photographer/Producer
• Brandon Middlesworth, Photographer: Cooking Segments
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Art of Everyday Living
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Austin Carson, Composer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Great Minnesota Recipe
PBS North
• Isaac Quick, Producer/Editor
• Tomas Soderberg, Producer/Editor
• Megan McGarvey, Producer/Editor
• Ashlee Smith, Producer
• Jason Seboe, Editor/Videographer
• Steve Ash, Editor/Videographer
• Lance Haavisto, Videographer
• Anthony Larson, Videographer
• Nick Stoltman, Videographer
• Owen Zagrabelny, Videographer
• Mann Joe, Videographer
• Brielle Bredsten, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rural By Choice
CSS Media+
• Cory Hepola, Producer
• Micah Kvidt, Producer
• Jenna Kvidt, Producer
CATEGORY #522
MILITARY - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Veterans/college students revive broken down 'cool bus'
Sanford Health News
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Lonnie Nichols, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Remembering Robb Rolfing
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Photographer
• Jason Andera, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
USS Iowa
Iowa PBS
• Patrick Boberg, Producer
• David Miller, Producer
• Eric Gooden, Videographer
• Neal Kyer, Editor
• Sean Ingrassia, Audio
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
• Joe Bustad, Graphics
• Alisa Dodge, Graphics
• Cameron McCoy, Producer
• Tiffany Clouse, Producer
• Chad Aubrey, Production Coordinator
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Veteran community teams up for 'guardian eagles' sculptures
Sanford Health News
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Lonnie Nichols, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Veteran's Voyage
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Christian Rangel, Producer/Editor
• Will Sheedy, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Band of Brothers
Ron Schara Productions
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist/Editor
• Bill Sherck, Producer/Writer/Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vietnam Brotherhood
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Producer/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
CATEGORY #523
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Public Transit Workers Share Their Experiences During The Pandemic: Covid Confessions
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer/Director/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Officer Sarah Grell: End of Watch
Minnesota Department Of Natural Resources
• Nick Frantzen, Videographer/Editor
• Kim Pleticha, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Almanac North: LGBTQ+ Legislation
PBS North
• Megan McGarvey, Producer/Editor
• Owen Zagrabelny, Videographer
CATEGORY #524
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Decision 2022: Election Night
KTIV
• Keith W. Bliven, Producer
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• MaryAnn Farley, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Talking Points: Mike Lindell and the Big Lie
WCCO
• Elizabeth Christy, Producer/Editor
• Esme Murphy, Anchor/Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI Caucus Coverage
KCCI
• Amanda Rooker, Political Director
• Michael Heckle, Producer
• Bob Smith, Photojournalist
• Robbie Rissman, Photojournalist
• Todd Magel, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Almanac at the Capitol
Twin Cities PBS
• Alauna Yust, Series Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Reporter
• Scott Trotman, Field Producer/Videographer
• Nic Ortiz, Editor
• Neil Gjere, Production Engineer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
CATEGORY #525
DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
In My Experience: Cassandra Holmes
Twin Cities PBS
• Sergio Rapu, Producer
• Kevin Dragseth, Producer
• Kyeland Jackson, Field Producer
• Carrie Clark, Editor
• Terry Gray, Audio Post
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota's MMIR Office
PBS North
• Megan McGarvey, Producer/Editor
• Isaac Quick, Videographer
• Lance Haavisto, Videographer
• Jason Seboe, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Black Doulas Matter
BLCK Press
• Joshua Cobb, Producer
• Georgia Fort, Producer
• Brian Few Jr., Cinematographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Development for All
BLCK Press
• Georgia Fort, Reporter
• Rebecca Gilbuena-Johnson, Producer
• Ronald Johnson, Cinematographer
• Joshua Cobb, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Black Men Teach
BLCK Press
• Brian Few Jr., Cinematographer
• Georgia Fort, Producer
• Joshua Cobb, Producer
CATEGORY #526
DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Orchestra's World Premiere of brea(d)th
Minnesota Orchestra
• Adam Romey, Producer & Score Reader
• Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
• Carlos Simon, Composer
• Marc Bamuthi Joseph, Librettist And Spoken Word Artist
• Kari Marshall, Producer
• Beth Kellar-Long, Producer
• Joel Mooney, Technical Director
• Michael Murnane, Lighting Director
• Jay Perlman, Head Audio Engineer
• Nathan Aasness, Video Director
• Mele Willis, Producer
• Gwen Pappas, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
More to the Story: Introducing Nora J.S. Reichardt
WOI
• Stephanie Angleson, Anchor
• Eva Andersen, Producer
• Mitchell Yehl, Photojournalist
• Zach Sommers, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Here’s the Truth
BLCK Press
• Georgia Fort, Producer
• Joshua Cobb, Producer
• Francisco Sanchez, Cinematographer
• Brian Few Jr., Cinematographer
• Shari Hutar-brochhausen, Editor
• Rebecca Gilbuena-Johnson, Producer
• Ronald Johnson, Cinematographer
• Kimberly Steward, Director
• Ryan Bynum, Music Composer
• Cornel Beard, Graphic Design
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Heart of Thunder
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Mike Scholtz, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Voices for Change
KMSP
• AMBER MEYER, Producer
• Bisi Onile-Ere, Anchor/Reporter
• Timothy Blotz, Anchor/Reporter
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Rose Schmidt, Reporter
• Rob King, Editor
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
• Eli Gardiner, Photographer
• Scott Wise, Photographer
• Rod Wermager, Photographer
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
CATEGORY #527
WEATHER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Project Tornado: The Storms That Shape Us
KTTC
• Victoria Carra, Producer
• Nick Jansen, Meteorologist
• Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
• Sarah Gannon, Meteorologist
• Amanda Morgan, Meteorologist
• Micah Hagen, Photographer
• Jess Abrahamson, Reporter
• Kamie Roesler, Reporter
• Darian Leddy, Reporter
• Beret Leone, Reporter
• Carson Johnson, Drone Pilot
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Into the Storm with Tanner Charles
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
CATEGORY #528
BRANDED CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Depot Secrets: Architecture
St. Louis County Depot
• Kristin Johnson, Producer
• Mike Scholtz, Director/Editor/Photographer
• Hailey Eidenschink, Host/Talent
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Bed of One's Own
Knights of Columbus
• Tim Moriarty, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rare-disease patient is a regular at Sanford and Fairview
Sanford Health News
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Lonnie Nichols, Photographer
• Max Jensen, Photographer
• Ann Nachtigal, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Before the Sun Comes Up
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
2023 Vikings Schedule Release
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Alex Miller, Producer
• Zach Royse, Producer
• Greg Bostrom, Producer
• Alicia Dreyer, Producer
• Taylar Sievert, Producer
• Jackie Ramacher, Producer
• Elizabeth Bazany, Producer
• Ashley Harris, Producer
• Grant Ridpath, Producer
• Jay Christensen, Drone Pilot
• Taylor Lewin, Sound Design
• Andrew Achter, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
So Much More: The Musical
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Producer/Director
• David Pint, Writer/Producer/Designer
• Brandon Middlesworth, Cinematographer
• Burke Daneman, Director/Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Talent
• Samy Vernet, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Charlie's Story
UnitedHealth Group
• Jay Olstad, Producer/Script Writer
• Cobey Rouse, Creative Lead
• Todd Isaacs, Editor
• Brian Lundy, Photographer
• Kevin Galligan, Photographer
• Maleah Pearson, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Twin Cities Summer Jam 2022
AMPonStage, LLC
• Tim Consdorf, Producer
• Shawn Engel, Producer
• Jay Olstad, Producer
CATEGORY #601
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Waterloo Youth City Council
KWWL
• Michael Minard, Producer
• Tyler Ritchey, Producer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Title IX 50th Anniversary: I Am
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Producer/Director
• Brandon Middlesworth, Cinematographer
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• David Pint, Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphic Designer
• Samy Vernet, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
It's Watering Day
SWCTC
• Bob McSherry, Producer/Writer
• Mark Martinez, Producer
• Pedro Hernandez, Animator
• Tom Forliti, Music
CATEGORY #602
COMMERCIAL
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Treated by TRIA: Sports Injury
HealthPartners
• Jena Bjorgen, Producer
• Jeff Jondahl, Graphic Designer
• Tim Myers, Writer
• Peggy Arnson, Writer
• Kat Raphael, Director/Producer
• Holm Steve, Photographer
• Brody Howard, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Grandfather
HealthPartners
• Tina Long, Producer
• Jeff Jondahl, Graphic Designer
• Tim Myers, Writer
• Peggy Arnson, Writer
• Marco Baca, Director
• Stuart Mager, Producer
• Mike Welckle, Photographer
• Pat Eastman, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
West Glen
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Producer
• Jon Liebl, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa One Call: Risky Ronnie's Internet Deals
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Cole Bates Norum, Producer/Editor
• Nick Mongar, Producer/Cinematographer
• James Drescher, Producer/Cinematographer
• Katie Sailer, Motion Designer/Animator
• Alex Rich, Producer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Cinematographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Discover Your Purpose
Concordia University/St. Paul
• Drew Pearson, Producer
• Anthony Jaska, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Allina Health: Next To You
Trilix
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Brent Wirth, Director
• Cole Bates Norum, Director/Producer
• Chad Adams, Producer/Cinematographer
• Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Cinematographer
• Nathan McNurlen, Editor
• Blake Long, Producer
CATEGORY #603
NEWS PROMOTION - TOPICAL (SINGLE SPOT OR CAMPAIGN)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Investigators Topicals
KMSP
• Brandon Middlesworth, Producer/Editor
• David Pint, Writer/Grip
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphic Designer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Where's Katie?
KSTP
• Kevin Salo, Writer/Producer/Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Searching for Johnny
KCCI
• Leia Bacuyag, Writer/Producer/Editor
CATEGORY #604
NEWS PROMOTION - IMAGE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Your Home for Local
KSTP
• Kevin Salo, Writer/Producer/Editor/Photographer
• Taylor Stein, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Wake up with FOX 9
KMSP
• David Pint, Producer/Graphic Designer/Editor/Director
• Kimberly Zamora-Pearson, Graphic Designer
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• Brandon Middlesworth, Cinematographer
• Samy Vernet, Producer
• Michelle Truax, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI: Super Doppler 8
KCCI
• Mark Peterson, Writer/Producer
• Leia Bacuyag, Editor
• Kathy Wiseman, Videographer
• Nathan White, Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa's News Now WeatherFirst Image Campaign
KGAN/KFXA
• Darrin Fullerton, Video/Producer
• Zachary Zahn, Video/Producer
• Hunter Gary, Video/Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SportsFource Extra Launch
KTIV
• David Washburn, Director/Producer
• Kellyn Howell, Photographer
• Alexis Patterson, Drone Pilot
CATEGORY #605
PROGRAM/IMAGE PROMOTION (SINGLE SPOT)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drew Moves to CBS2: KGAN
KGAN/KFXA
• Darrin Fullerton, Writer/Editor/Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Jason Show: Everything is Better With an Audience
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Producer/Director
• Brandon Middlesworth, Cinematographer
• David Pint, Producer
• Samy Vernet, Producer
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphic Designer
CATEGORY #606
SPORTS PROMOTION
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
As One
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Alex Miller, Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota 2023 Image
Bally Sports North
• Tod Lavanty, Producer/Editor
• Russell Heeter, Photographer
• Samuel Hiti, Graphic Artist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sounds of Hockey: Hockey Day Minnesota
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Matt Hussey, Producer
• Joe Brunett, Producer
• Sean Rice, Cinematographer
CATEGORY #701
TALENT - ANCHOR - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Timothy Blotz Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Anchor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Katie Phernetton Composite
WQOW
• Katie Phernetton, Anchor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bisi Onile-Ere Composite
KMSP
• Bisi Onile-Ere, News Anchor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chenue Her Composite
WOI
• Chenue Her, Anchor
CATEGORY #702
TALENT - ANCHOR - WEATHER
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Nick Stewart Composite
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cat Taylor Composite
KPTH
• Cat Taylor, Chief Meteorologist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Zane Satre Composite
KCCI
• Zane Satre, Meteorologist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justin Liles Composite
WDIO
• Justin Liles, Chief Meteorologist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ron Demers Composite
KTIV
• Ron Demers, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #703
TALENT - ANCHOR - SPORTS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Will Hall Composite
KARE
• Will Hall, Anchor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Reggie Wilson Composite
KARE
• Reginald Wilson, Sports Anchor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
David Brown Composite
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Anchor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Marney Gellner Composite
Bally Sports North
• Marney Gellner, Anchor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Keith Murphy Composite
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Anchor/Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Katie Storm Composite
Bally Sports North
• Katie Storm, Anchor
CATEGORY #704
TALENT - REPORTER LIVE OR DAILY
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making an impact: Rasmussen Reports
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Live in 5: Kirsten Swanson Composite
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jonah Kaplan Reports
WCCO
• Jonah Kaplan, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kent Eats Ice Cream/Judges Potholes & Other Stuff
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pauleen Le Composite
WCCO
• Pauleen Le, Reporter
CATEGORY #705
TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Stephanie Hansen Composite
StephaniesDish LLC
• Stephanie Hansen, Talent
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Here's The Truth Host Georgia Fort
BLCK Press
• Georgia Fort, Host
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bret Amundson Prairie Sportsman Composite
Pioneer PBS
• Bret Amundson, Host
CATEGORY #706
TALENT - SPORTS - PLAY-BY-PLAY
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Elsen Composite
Midco Sports
• Jay Elsen, Play-By-Play
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony LaPanta Composite
Bally Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alex Heinert Composite
Midco Sports
• Alex Heinert, Play-By-Play
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brian Shawn Composite
Midco Sports
• Brian Shawn, Play-By-Play
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Michael Grady Composite
Bally Sports North
• Michael Grady, Play-by-Play
CATEGORY #707
TALENT - SPORTS - ANALYST
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mark Parrish Composite
Bally Sports North
• Mark Parrish, Analyst
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justin Morneau Composite
Bally Sports North
• Justin Morneau, Analyst
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ryan Carter Composite
Bally Sports North
• Ryan Carter, Analyst
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jim Petersen Composite
Bally Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Glen Perkins Composite
Bally Sports North
• Glen Perkins, Analyst
CATEGORY #708
WRITER - NEWS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
One Day at a Time
CCX Media/Northwest Community Television
• Shannon Slatton Schwartz, Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10/000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kirsten's Writing
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Samie Writes
KARE
• Samie Solina, Writer
CATEGORY #709
WRITER - CONTENT (NON-NEWS)
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Hanson writing
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ron's Ramblings
Ron Schara Productions
• Ron Schara, Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
History of the Hipp
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sherck's 2022 Favorites!
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Writer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mr. Magoo the Mongoose and Other Animals in Wrong Places
PBS North
• Mike Scholtz, Writer
• Hailey Eidenschink, Writer
CATEGORY #710
GRAPHIC ARTS - MOTION GRAPHICS/VISUAL EFFECTS/COMPOSTING
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Augustana University Football 100th Season Social Media Trailer
Mud Mile Communications
• Kevin Perlic, Motion Graphic Artist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Arthur Kuh: Vikings Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Arthur Kuh, Graphic Animator
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MC22 Sports Opens
Mediacom, MC22
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphic Designer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ryan Gause Graphics Composite
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Ryan Gause, Graphics Producer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Trilix: The Process
Trilix
• Josh De Lanoit, Motion Designer & Animator
• Katie Sailer, Motion Designer & Animator
CATEGORY #711
DIRECTOR - NEWSCAST, LIVE OR RECORDED LIVE
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News 4 Live at Five
KTIV
• MaryAnn Farley, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Severe Weather Stops Live Newscast at Iowa State Fair
KCCI
• Ken Ambroson, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Addie Chernow Composite
WCCO
• Addie Chernow, Director/TD
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News 4 Today
KTIV
• Greg Fisher, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KWWL News at 6 & 10 Composite
KWWL
• Jeff Sandlin, Director/Technical Director
CATEGORY #712
DIRECTOR - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Built With Love Director Composite
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rural By Choice
CSS Media+
• Cory Hepola, Director
• Micah Kvidt, Director
• Jenna Kvidt, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
LUMINARY 2023 Director Composite
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Elementary Students Share Experiences During The Pandemic
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Director
CATEGORY #713
EDITOR - NEWS/SPORTS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Joe Brunett Composite
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Joe Brunett, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Good Question Composite
WCCO
• Jose Pascual, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Auggie Awards
Wass Productions
• Shane Wasserman, Editor
• Dustin Wasserman, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Women's Basketball: Dreams Into Reality
HawkVision Productions
• Dalton Conrad, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Devin Krinke Composite
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Editor
CATEGORY #714
EDITOR - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Elementary Students Share Experiences During The Pandemic
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Community Power Minnesota: Transportation and Happiness
The Redford Center
• Sebastian Schnabel, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kristofor Gieske Composite
Pioneer PBS
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
LUMINARY 2023 Editor Composite
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hairballed
AMPonStage, LLC
• Tim Consdorf, Editor
• Shawn Engel, Editor
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dr. Brita/T.D.
University Of North Dakota Aerospace Network
• David Kuznicki, Editor
CATEGORY #715
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS/SPORTS
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Auggie Awards Intro
Wass Productions
• Shane Wasserman, Photographer
• Dustin Wasserman, Photographer
• Michael Novak, Photographer
• Dan Wasserman, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jacob Charbonneau Composite
KARE
• Jacob Charbonneau, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Good Question: How does mail get there?
WCCO
• Jose Pascual, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Devin Krinke Composite
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mitchell Yehl Composite
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Football: Welcome Home
HawkVision Productions
• Dalton Conrad, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Baseball But Art
HawkVision Productions
• Matthew Little, Photographer
CATEGORY #716
PHOTOGRAPHER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brandon Green Composite
KCCI
• Brandon Green, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
LUMINARY 2023 Photographer Composite
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alder Lake
Ron Schara Productions
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photographer
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Memories of Hairball
AMPonStage, LLC
• Shawn Engel, Photographer
• Tim Consdorf, Photographer
CATEGORY #717
VIDEO ESSAYIST
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mushers enjoy bitter cold & quiet trails during John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon
WCCO
• Benjamin Harper, Video Essayist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nat Sound Magic
KSTP
• Jared Bergerson, Video Essayist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Scott Denfeld Composite
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Video Essayist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Helmet Head: John Sparano
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Video Essayist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Triumph Above All: Alex Post
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Video Essayist
CATEGORY #718
MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - SINGLE SHIFT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MMJ Morgan
KARE
• Morgan Wolfe, Multimedia Journalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The New Adventures of Heidi
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eva Day-Turn MMJ
KARE
• Eva Andersen, Multimedia Journalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Growing Together
WHO
• Elias Johnson, Multimedia Journalist
CATEGORY #719
MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dan Carpenter Composite
Edina TV
• Dan Carpenter, Multimedia Journalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Blessed Unrest
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dennis Rafftery Composite
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Multimedia Journalist
2023 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A coaching dynasty: Celebrating Title IX
Pioneer PBS
• Amanda Anderson, Multimedia Journalist
CATEGORY #101
OVERALL EXCELLENCE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI - Iowa's News Leader
KCCI
• Brian Sather, President/General Manager
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KMSP FOX 9 Overall Excellence
KMSP
• Marian Davey, SVP General Manager
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11
KARE
• Bill Dallman, President/General Manager
CATEGORY #102
NEWS EXCELLENCE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KEYC-TV News Excellence
KEYC
• Mitchell Keegan, News Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI News Excellence
KCCI
• Allison Smith, News Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 News
KARE
• Stacey Nogy, News Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News Excellence
KMSP
• Kelly Huffman, News Director
CATEGORY #103
SPORTS EXCELLENCE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bally Sports North
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports: A Season To Remember
Midco Sports
• Craig DeWit, General Manager
CATEGORY #104
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Project HEALINGS Video PSA Campaign
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer/Director/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
P.INK | Inspired by Story
Acowsay Film Company
• Hannah Ginder, Producer
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KOTA Care & Share Food Drive
KOTA
• Alicia Garcia, Coordinator
CATEGORY #105
INTERACTIVE VIDEO - MICRO/SHORT FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Q&A: Iowa's Forces of Nature
WOI
• Mario Rossi, Digital Executive Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tacos vs Tornadoes
KPTH
• Katie Nickolaou, Meteorologist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Twin Cities PBS TikTok
Twin Cities PBS
• Anne Guttridge, Producer/Director/Editor
• Adam Geiger, Program Producer
CATEGORY #201
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 1-75)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO Morning News
WCCO
• Kristopher Jobe, Producer
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Heather Brown, Anchor
• Riley O'Connor, Meteorologist
• Josh Supik, Director
• Pauleen Le, Reporter
• Shayla Reaves, Reporter
• Nicholas Boeke, Photographer
• Joel Thurston, Photographer
• Ray Jones, Editor
• Mike Stern, Editor
• Sandra Lind, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Field of Dreams/Iowa State Fair
KCCI
• Alaina Hand, Producer
• Alyssa Weis, Producer
• Alex Kirkpatrick, Producer
• Amanda Countryman, Producer
• Anthony Pisut, Director
• Eric Hanson, Anchor
• Alyx Sacks, Anchor
• Beau Bowman, Reporter
• Chris Habermann, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Sunrise
KARE
• Jordy Foy, Producer
• Dallas Warren, Producer
• Allison Headley, Producer
• Elizabeth Tewolde, Producer
• Gia Vang, Anchor
• Kris Laudien, Anchor
• Guy Brown, Weather Anchor
• Alicia Lewis, Anchor
• CeCe Gaines, Reporter
• Jennifer Austin, Reporter
• Jacob Rowe, Director
• Meghan Scott, Director
CATEGORY #202
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 76-120)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Breaking News: Overnight Apartment Fire plus Two Rounds of Storms
WDAY
• Lydia Blume, Anchor/Meteorologist
• Ben Amell, Director
• Ryan Stacy, Audio
• Ashley Brovold, Graphics
• Katrina Rector, Graphics
• Se Kwon, Anchor/Reporter
• Lisa Budeau, Anchor
• Drew Trafton, Anchor/Producer
• Travis Askerooth, Producer/Photographer
• Tanner Robinson, Producer
• Marissa Shiock, Producer
CATEGORY #203
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 121+)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News 4 Today: September 22, 2021
KTIV
• Phillip Prather, Producer
• Al Joens, Anchor
• Claire Bradshaw, Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Blizzard at Noon
KXMB
• Becky Farr, Reporter
• Amber Wheeler, Meteorologist
• Alysia Huck, Anchor/Producer
• Josh Meny, Reporter
• Kyara Brown, Reporter
• Lauren Davis, Reporter
• Leland Williams, Reporter
• Cameron Brewer, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Siouxland News at Sunrise - March 17, 2022
KPTH
• Brandon Irvine, Producer
• Jacob Heller, Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota's historic December tornado outbreak
KIMT
• Brooke McKivergan, Anchor/Producer
• Tyler Utzka, Anchor/Producer
• Sean Macaday, Meteorologist
• Ryan Knapp, Meteorologist
• Alex Dederer, MMJ
• Anthony Monzon, MMJ
• Nathin Voeller, Director
CATEGORY #204
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 1-75)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
10 P.M. Evening Broadcast
WCCO
• Leah Carr, Producer
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
• Brandon King, Director
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Chris Shaffer, Meteorologist
• Kirsten Mitchell, Reporter
• Mark Erb, Photographer
• Jeff Wagner, Reporter
• Jose Pascual, Photographer
• Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield, Reporter
• Joe Berglove, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
May 10, 2022 10 at 10 KMSP Newscast
KMSP
• Molly Robinson, Producer
• Daniel Kremen, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
February 7, 2022 10 at 10 KMSP Newscast
KMSP
• Molly Robinson, Producer
• Daniel Kremen, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 News at 10
KARE
• Ellie Coatar, Producer
• Jennifer Griffin, Producer
• Nicole Muehlhausen Young, Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Ben Dery, Meteorologist
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Deevon Rahming, Reporter
• Kiya Edwards, Reporter
• Danny Spewak, Reporter
• Amy Strande, Director
CATEGORY #205
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 76-120)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KELOLAND News at 10
KELO
• Darcy Andersen, Producer
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor
• Bridget Bennett, Reporter
• Jay Trobec, Meteorologist
• Sean Bower, Sports Anchor
• Lauren Soulek, Writer
• Carter Schmidt, Reporter
• Sydney Thorson, Reporter
• Jacob Vande Vegte, Editor
• Michael Simundson, Editor
• Angela Kennecke, Reporter
• Kelli Volk, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota News Now at 10:00
KSFY/KDLT
• Miranda Eschen, Producer
• Brian Allen, Anchor
• Anndrea Anderson, Anchor
• Cooper Seamer, Reporter
• Adam Huntimer, Photojournalist
• Zach Borg, Reporter
• Philip Schreck, Meteorologist
• Tyler Roney, Meteorologist
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
• Troy Timmerman, Photojournalist
• Andrew Poepping, Editor
• Austin Haskins, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lunch Date Turns Deadly
WDAY
• Kayla Muehler, Producer
• Thor Thompson, Producer
• Kerstin Kealy, Anchor
• Dana Mogck, Anchor
• Matt Henson, Reporter
• Nick Broadway, Reporter
• Ryan Longnecker, Photographer
• Finn Harrison, Photographer
• John Wheeler, Meteorologist
• Zach Staton, Sports Anchor
• Sy Cavins-Wolford, Director
• Shaun Myhre, Audio
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa's News Now at the Field of Dreams
KGAN/KFXA
• Kristen Hamilton, Producer
• Jacob Strom, Producer
• Mitch Fick, Anchor
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
• David Amelotti, Reporter
• Michael Howell, Field Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL News at 5
KWWL
• Collin Dorsey, Anchor
• Meg Swanson, Producer
• Travis Breese, Reporter
• Joie Bettenhausen, Meteorologist
• Mark Schnackenberg, Meteorologist
• Daniel Hampe, Photojournalist
• Jordan Rottinghaus, Photojournalist
• Max Tedford, Reporter
CATEGORY #206
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 121+)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
6pm Report - Presidential Visit
WXOW
• Dustin Luecke, Anchor
• Heather Armstrong, Anchor
• Steve Bland, Director
• Scott Emerich, Sports Anchor
• Dan Breeden, Chief Meteorologist
• Bailee Schmidt, Audio Operator
• Dani Smith, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KTTC News at 6 (December Tornado)
KTTC
• Victoria Carra, Producer
• Tom Overlie, Anchor
• Caitlin Alexander, Anchor
• Nick Jansen, Meteorologist
• Kamie Roesler, Reporter
• Beret Leone, Reporter
• Mark Poulose, Sports Anchor
• Amanda Morgan, Meteorologist
• Carli Petrus, Reporter
• Micah Hagen, Photographer
• Timothy Strauss, Director
• Ian Babitt, Audio Operator
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Evening Report at Six - The Flood: 10 Years Later
KMOT
• Joe Skurzewski, Anchor/Producer
• Grace Kraemer, Anchor/Producer
• Paul Ronning, Photographer/Editor
• Corey Serr, Photographer/Editor
• Andrew Anderson, Director
• Henry Blakes, Meteorologist
• Faith Hatton, Reporter
• Sasha Strong, Reporter
• John Salling, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Assessing the Damage
KAAL
• Sydney Zatz, Producer
• Brian Wise, Photographer
• Betsy Singer, Anchor/Reporter
• Chris Kuball, Chief Meteorologist
• Samantha Boring, Anchor
• Emily Pofahl, Reporter
• Mackenzie Davis, Reporter
• Chelsi Helm, Technical Director
• Nate Manning, Audio
• Steven Dickerson, Editor
• Spencer Furman, Meterologist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Historic December Tornado Damage
KAAL
• Rachel Mills, Producer
• Betsy Singer, Anchor
• Chelsi Heim, Director
• Chris Kuball, Meteorologist
• Mackenzie Davis, Reporter
• Jennie Hinz, Producer
• Devin Martin, Reporter
CATEGORY #207
NEWS SPECIAL
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Remembering Pat Lund
KTTC
• Victoria Carra, Producer
• Tom Overlie, Anchor/Reporter
• Mark Poulose, Anchor/Reporter
• Beret Leone, Reporter
• Benjamin Mulholland, Editor
• Michael Oder, Editor
• Julian Mitchell, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND Investigates Cold Cases
KELO
• Anna Peters, Producer
• Angela Kennecke, Anchor/Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Editor
• Kelli Volk, Reporter
• Sydney Thorson, Reporter
• Rae Yost, Digital Content Reporter
• Mike Simundson, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota (un)told
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Producer/Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Iowa Derecho - Path to Recovery
KGAN/KFXA
• Kristen Hamilton, Producer
• Marissa Schwartz, Producer
• Mitch Fick, Anchor
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
• Rebecca Kopelman, Meteorologist
• Sara Flynn, Meteorologist
• David Amelotti, Reporter
• Gillian Brooks, Reporter
• Mark Zoleta, Editor
CATEGORY #301
DAILY NEWS REPORT (SINGLE SHIFT)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Room by Room
KCCI
• Cortney Kintzer, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
BPD's Bovine Unit
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• David Porter, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kenny's New Wheels
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
• Adam Jukkola, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
In the Weeds
WCCO
• Lewis Karpel, Photojournalist/Editor
• Erin Hassanzadeh, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Patriotic Kenny Gets A Scooter
WCCO
• Nick Lunemann, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #302
HARD NEWS REPORT - NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paying a Price
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Grant Verdon, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Mystery of the Babies in the Water
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Aftermath of the Greenwood Fire
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minneapolis' Unsolved Dismemberment Case
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The 'March For Our Children' in Pierre
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Jacqueline Hendry, Producer
• Krystal Schoenbauer, Videographer/Editor
• Josh Haiar, Videographer/Editor
CATEGORY #303
BREAKING/SPOT NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
March 5th Deadly Tornadoes
KCCI
• Ellie Mirmazaheri, Producer
• Zach Tecklenburg, Producer
• Alex Payne, Producer
• Kasherah Reynolds, Producer
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Laura Terrell, Anchor
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
• Amanda Rooker, Reporter
• Kayla James, Reporter
• Beau Bowman, Reporter
• Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
• Alaina Hand, Producer
• Anne Campolongo, Meteorologist
• Scott Carpenter, Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
First Look at Ground Level Tornado Destruction from Forada
WCCO
• Pauleen Le, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rare December Storm
KARE
• Ellie Coatar, Producer
• Jennifer Griffin, Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Belinda Jensen, Meteorologist
• Eva Andersen, Reporter
• Danny Spewak, Reporter
• Jennifer Hoff, Reporter
• Deevon Rahming, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
• Craig Norkus, Photojournalist
• Andrea Mayeux, Photojournalist
• Karin Stone, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
July 14th, 2021 Tornado Outbreak
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
• Sara Flynn, Meteorologist
• Nathan Santo Domingo, Meteorologist
• Jacob Strom, Producer
• Rebecca Kopelman, Meteorologist
• Marissa Schwartz, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Unrest in Uptown
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Grant Verdon, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Deadly School Shooting: Fear & the unknown at South Education Center
KMSP
• Paul Blume, Reporter
CATEGORY #304
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Light Rail Safety Crisis
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brady Cops
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adventureland
KCCI
• Alex Payne, Producer
• Zach Tecklenburg, Producer
• Kayla James, Reporter
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Todd Magel, Reporter
• Rheya Spigner, Anchor
• Glen Biermann, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Investigates: Cruel & Unusual
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
CATEGORY #305
INVESTIGATIVE - SINGLE REPORT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Field Training Officers Accused of Misconduct
KARE
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Steve Eckert, Executive Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Pattern of Abuse
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tampered Evidence
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• Gary Knox, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Home In-Equity
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Horizontal Guillotine
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Betrayal of Trust - LDS
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
CATEGORY #306
INVESTIGATIVE - MULTIPLE REPORTS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Investigates: Preganant & Shackled
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The GAP - Failure to Treat, Failure to Protect
KARE
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Race. Reform. Reality.
KSTP
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
• Ricky Campbell, Producer
• Brandi Powell, Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Problems with Subarus
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
CATEGORY #307
LIGHT NEWS FEATURE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bob Gallaher: A Look Inside compilation
WEAU
• Bob Gallaher, Reporter/Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ice, ice, wading
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• David Porter, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fence Friends
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Parking Lot Picnic
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Secret
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Friendly Smile in the Grocery Aisle
KCCI
• Laura Terrell, Reporter
• Robbie Rissman, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
School Bus Surprise
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paddling for Hope: The Meaning Behind the Mission
WXOW
• Dustin Luecke, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Life On The Farm
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
CATEGORY #308
SERIOUS NEWS FEATURE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Forced to Fill the Gaps
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Life Saved, A Favor Repaid
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Long Live His Legacy
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Promise Kept
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota’s Most Notorious UFO Sighting
KARE
• Ron Stover, Photojournalist/Editor
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Learning To Save Themselves
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
CATEGORY #309
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Flute Guy
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Eric Gedrose, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Crap from the Past
KARE
• Eva Andersen, Producer
• Mitchell Yehl, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Picture Of The Day Project
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Sound of Roberts
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
99th Freedom Rock
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Art in Action
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
CATEGORY #310
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Black Buyers Denied
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
• Brandon, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Steve Eckert, Executive Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Take KARE of Your Money
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
• Rieta Buttaro, Executive Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The High Rise Con
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kent & the Microchip Factory
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporeter
• David Porter, Photographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Uneven enforcement of parking meters
KCRG
• Ethan Stein, Investigative Reporter
CATEGORY #311
CRIME - NEWS (SINGLE SHIFT)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
I Wasn't Driving That Car
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Gary Knox, Editor
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Allina Shooter On Trial
KARE
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Lou Raguse, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Shakopee Beheading
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
CATEGORY #312
CRIME - NEWS (NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
No-Knock Warrants
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fatal crash devastates families of victims and survivors
StarTribune
• Mark Vancleave, Producer/Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
In the Wrong Hands
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Less Lethal. Life Changing.
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Juvenile Justice: Failing Victims Failing Kids
KARE
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Executive Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Small Town Murder Mystery
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
When Police Stop Recording
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Teen Who Never Returned from a Job Interview
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
CATEGORY #313
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Top Teacher, Top Chef
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Reid Bolton, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Graduation Reboot
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Double Duty
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• David Porter, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mr. Hagerty's New Gig
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Through Their Lens: Capitol View Elementary
WOI
• Chenue Her, Reporter/Photorapher/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
How He Rolls
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
CATEGORY #314
CHILDREN/YOUTH/TEEN - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
An Old Pro at 7
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Jannay Towne, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kids with Courage: Ashlyn Greenwaldt
KTTC
• Caitlin Alexander, Reporter
• Andrew Murphy, Photographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Breakfast Club 2.0
KARE
• Julie Nelson, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mom's Crooked Face, Daughters Help Save Mother
KELO
• Tom Hanson, Producer/Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Never Too Young
WOI
• Chenue Her, Reporter/Writer/Editor
• Don Schmith, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #315
ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Clash of Old and New
WCCO
• Lewis Karpel, Photojournalist/Editor
• Erin Hassanzadeh, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The fight to reclaim Iowa's scarred landscape
KCCI
• James Stratton, Producer
• Brandon Green, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Built to Last: Cities Prepare For Climate Change
WCCO
• Caroline Cummings, Reporter
• Lewis Karpel, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Caterpillar That Fueled a Wildfire
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making Improvements
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Grant Verdon, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Superior Swallows the Shore
KARE
• Jennifer Austin, Reporter/Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Pandemic Poop
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The intense project to save Minnesota’s moose
KBJR
• Dan Wolfe, Reporter
• Alex Laitala, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #316
HEALTH/MEDICAL - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Essential: Iowa’s EMS Emergency
KCCI
• James Stratton, Producer
• Brandon Green, Photojournalist
• Robbie Rissman, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Medicine in the Music
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inside the ICU
KARE
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
• Jennifer Austin, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dangerous Demands
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
You're Coming to Us...
KARE
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist/Editor
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
CATEGORY #317
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIA - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Native American Boarding Schools: A Lost History
KARE
• Ron Stover, Photojournalis/Editor
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hidden History
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Girls Who Went Away
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hmong Family Folo
KARE
• Gia Vang, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photojournalist/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Purple Mystery Solved
WCCO
• Jeff Wagner, Reporter
• Joe Berglove, Photographer
• Matt Liddy, Producer
• Jose Pascual, Photographer
• Max Curtis, Photographer
• Lewis Karpel, Photographer
• Spencer Driskill, Photographer
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Station 24
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
CATEGORY #318
LIFESTYLE - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Instant Sensation
WCCO
• Lewis Karpel, Photojournalist/Editor
• Erin Hassanzadeh, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rise of Van Life
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photographer/Editor
• Rieta Buttaro, Executive Producer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Summer of State Parks
WDIO
• Baihly Warfield, Reporter
• Kyle Aune, Photographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hitting The Trails - Season 2
KARE
• Carry Clancy, Producer
• Josh Rogers, Sports Photographer
CATEGORY #319
MILITARY - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Souvenirs of Service
WQOW
• Shannon Hoyt, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Broken Promises, Invisible Wounds
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Former soldiers experience new mail call
KVLY
• Mike Morken, Reporter
• Davis Winn, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
I Didn't Know if He Lived
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
CATEGORY #320
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jan 6: Reflections from Minnesota
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Missing pictures for missing people
KCCI
• James Stratton, Producer
• Brandon Green, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I do not have...
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Native Boarding Schools
WQOW
• Katie Phernetton, Reporter
• Chris Hoyt, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Billion Dollar Boondoggle
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
CATEGORY #321
DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Legacy of Twin Cities Racially Restrictive Covenants
WCCO
• Aki Nace, Producer/Editor
• Shayla Reaves, Voice
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Race Unknown
KARE
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Case For Open Captions
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Coach Isaac
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
CATEGORY #322
WEATHER - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
September 2021 Flooding
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
• Nathan Santo Domingo, Meteorologist
• Sara Flynn, Meteorologist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cold Hustle
KARE
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist/Editor
• Deevon Rahming, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Megacryometeor
WQOW
• Justin Esterly, Meteorologist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Weatherz School
WDIO
• Brandon Weatherz, Producer/Meteorologist
• Kyle Aune, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Severe Weather Coverage April 12th, 2022 Tornado Outbreak
KIMT
• Sean Macaday, Meteorologist
• Aaron White, Meteorologist
• Ryan Knapp, Meteorologist
• Trevor Wymer, Producer
• Nathan Voeller, Director
CATEGORY #401
SPORTS STORY - NEWS (SINGLE SHIFT)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Back in the Cancer Fight
KARE
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Randy Shaver, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Al's Final Ride
WDAY
• Matt Henson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Trust over Trauma
KELO
• Tanner Castora, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #402
SPORTS STORY - NEWS (NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Grannies With Game
WKBT
• Amy DuPont, Producer
• Jordan Fremstad, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Susan & Jeffrey
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Home Town Bats
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Producer
• Eric Gedrose, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Andy Runs the City
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MInnesota Title IX Trailblazers
KARE
• Randy Shaver, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #403
SPORTS STORY - SHORT & LONG FORM CONTENT 
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timberwolves - 2021 Intro
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Executive Producer
• Kyle Moe, Cinematographer
• Paul Winkels, Producer
• Chris Schultz, 3D Specialist
• Vlad Solovjov, 3D Specialist
• Sheridan West, Executive Producer
• Alyse Danikowski, Executive Producer
• David Vanderwarn, 2nd Unit Manager
• Ben Krych, 3rd Unit Manager
• Aaron Koltan, Graphics
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Warroad's Winter Gift To All Of Us
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Troy Knechtel, Photojournalist/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Shannon O’Hara Foundation
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Twins Opening Day Tease
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Battle Begins - Minnesota Vikings Season Hype Trailer
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan O'Neill, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
33 for 33: Dalvin Cook's Favorite Rushing Touchdowns of His Career
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Alex Miller, Producer/Editor
• Nate Vaughn, Producer
• Lindsey Young, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Director
• Bryan Harper, Producer
CATEGORY #404
SPORTS PROGRAM - LIVE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Twins Live
Bally Sports North
• Halley Harris, Producer
• Jordan Austin, Director
• Katie Storm, Host
• Tim Laudner, Analyst
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Justin Morneau, Analyst
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wolves Live
Bally Sports North
• Halley Harris, Producer
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Marney Gellner, Host
• Kevin Lynch, Analyst
• Dave Benz, Play-by-Play
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
• Lea B. Olsen, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Wild Live
Bally Sports North
• Rick Palermo, Producer
• Jason Clemens, Director
• Audra Martin, Host
• Gigi Marvin, Analyst
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Wes Walz, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SoundOff Live
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Host/Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2022 Boys Hockey 2A State Championship
KSTC
• Brian Monahan, Producer
• Patrick O'Connor, Director
• Taylor Stein, Producer/Editor
• Tim McDonough, Graphics Artist
• Jeff Ihlan, Graphics Artist
• Lou Nanne, Game Analyst
• Jim Erickson, Play-By-Play
• Joe Schmit, Studio Host
• John Pohl, Studio Analyst
• Sean Kelly, Technical Director
CATEGORY #405
SPORTS PROGRAM - POST-PRODUCED/EDITED
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Posted Up with Ryan Carter
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Brandon McCauley, Producer
• Joe Brunett, Editor
• Ryan Carter, Talent
• Chris Barriere, Cinematographer
• Matt Hussey, Cinematographer
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
• Marko Zitzer, Cinematographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Pursuit: Mikko Koivu
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Host
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond Our Ice - Season 3
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Monty Torres, Editor
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
• Brandon McCauley, Cinematographer
• Matt Hussey, Cinematographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Introducing
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer/Director
• Ryan O'Neill, Producer
• Alex Miller, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Pursuit: Justin’s Journey
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Jim Bothun, Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
• Marney Gellner, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Becoming Wild: Winter Classic All-Access
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Paul Loomis, Producer
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Pete Keffer, Editor
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
• Brandon McCauley, Cinematographer
• Matt Hussey, Cinematographer
• Chad Gilmour, Graphics
CATEGORY #406
SPORTS - ONE-TIME SPECIAL
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This is Heaven: Field of Dreams 2021
KGAN/KFXA
• Michael Howell, Producer
• Kristen Hamilton, Producer
• Mitch Fick, Anchor
• David Amelotti, Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A New Era: Vikings Combine Special
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Hobie Artigue, Talent/Producer
• Mike Huiras, Producer
• Tatum Everett, Talent/Producer
• Jesse Marquette, Technical Producer
• Candice Anderson, Producer
• Christian Rangel, Producer
• Pete Bercich, Talent
• Skip Krueger, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Breakdown with Mauer and Morneau
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Justin Morneau, Producer
• Andrew Halverson, Producer
• Marney Gellner, Narrator
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Roger Harring: Football and Beyond
WXOW
• Scott Emerich, Producer/Anchor
• Steve Bland, Director/Editor
• Dustin Luecke, Reporter
• Elizabeth Briggson, Photographer
• Sean Dwyer, Producer
• Dave Booth, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota 2022
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Jordan Austin, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Producer
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Jason Clemens, Director
• Tom Mee III, Graphics Operator
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Bob Rohde, Director Of Operations
• Erich Manwarren, Operations Manager
• Colleen Schreier, Producer
CATEGORY #407
LIVE SPORTING EVENT SEASON
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Timberwolves
Bally Sports North
• Craig Rothberg, Producer
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Dave Benz, Play-by-Play
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
• Katie Storm, Reporter
• Lea B. Olsen, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild 2021-2022
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matthew Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Ryan Carter, Analyst
• Wes Walz, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Tom Mee III, Graphics Operator
• Ted Allaire, Replay Operator
• Brad Zeimet, Audio Mixer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Twins 2021
Bally Sports North
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Bill Boland, Producer
• Jordan Austin, Director
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Justin Morneau, Analyst
• Jim Kaat, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Audra Martin, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
University of North Dakota Hockey: 2021-22 Season
Midco Sports
• Alex Heinert, Play-By-Play
• Jeremy Klein, Producer
• Mike Derman, Director
• Marty Mueller, Editor
• Jack Neisen, Photographer
• Greg Enkers, Producer
• Toby McDonald, Graphics
• David Brown, Play-By-Play
• Jody Norstedt, Play-By-Play
CATEGORY #501
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Earn and Learn: Advancing Youth Career Pathways
Open Window Productions
• Henry Schneider, Director
• Nancy Jacobs, Producer
• Peg Thomas, Producer
• David Buchanan, Editor
• T Mychael Rambo, Voiceover
• Adam Conrad, Music Composer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Made in Sweden
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kevin Russell, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iron Opera
PBS North
• Mike Scholtz, Director/Editor
• Marius Anderson, Director/Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Baldies
Twin Cities PBS
• David Roth, Director Producer
• Carrie Clark, Online Editor
• Eric Pagel, Audio Sweetening
• Annemarie Lawless, Writer
• Matt Ehling, Camera
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
CATEGORY #502
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Women of Alba Bales House
Prairie Public
• Matt Olien, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Remembering Place: A Cemetery Story
Twin Cities PBS
• Kevin Dragseth, Producer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Jim Kron, Field Photographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio & Post-Production
• Fatima Abdulahi, Field Producer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Jonathan Camp, Field Audio
• Jon Van Amber, Graphics & Animation
• Abdifatah Abdi, Archive Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Swords & Plowshares - South Dakota & the Civil War
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Brian Gevik, Producer
• Paul Ebsen, Videographer
• Jonathan Rouse, Videographer
CATEGORY #503
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Remembers: 9/11 and the Minnesota National Guard
Minnesota National Guard
• Sydney Mariette, Director
• Ben Houtkooper, Producer
• Amy Lovgren, Photographer
• Sebastian Nemec, Photographer
• Robert Brown, Photographer
• Audra Flanagan, Producer
• Ralph Kapustka, Producer
• Melanie Nelson, Producer
• Andrea Drost, Producer
• Matt Ehling, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bring Her Home
Twin Cities PBS
• Leya Hale, Director/Producer
• Sergio Rapu, Producer/Editor
• Diana Fraser, Producer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Brent Michael Davids, Composer
• Carrie J. Clark, Editor/Motion Graphics
• Jonathan Thunder, Animation Design
• Terry Gray, Audio Sweetening
• Jon Van Amber, Graphic Design
• Jennilee Park, Field Audio
• Steve Fines, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa's Wild Weather: Flooding
Iowa PBS
• John Torpy, Producer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Eric Gooden, Videographer
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Joe Bustad, Graphics
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
• David Feingold, Audio
• Kevin Rivers, Editor
• Neal Kyer, Editor
• Chad Aubrey, Editor
• David Miller, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Evan's Make A Wish Story
Make A Wish Iowa
• Sydney Dhabalt, Director / Producer / Editor
• James Drescher, Director / Producer / Cinematographer
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Melissa McCarroll, Producer
• Lexi Konig, Producer
• Sara Kurovski, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Girls Got Game
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Nate Wek, Producer
• Jonathan Rouse, Videographer/Editor
• Max Tushla, Videographer/Editor
• Paul Ebsen, Videographer
• Kyle Mork, Videographer/Editor
• Greg Beesley, Videographer/Editor
CATEGORY #504
MAGAZINE PROGRAM
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound 1,000 Show
Ron Schara Productions
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Bill Sherck, Host
• Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photojournalist
• Troy Knechtel, Graphic Designer
• Ben Elling, Photojournalist
• Anna Kohls, Writer
• Travis Frank, Reporter
• Ron Schara, Writer
• Laura Schara, Host
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist
• Eric Parker Andersen, Graphic Designer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This is Iowa
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Beau Bowman, Reporter
• Chris Habermann, Photojournalist
• Rheya Spigner, Reporter
• Robbie Rissman, Photojournalist
• Cortney Kintzer, Photojournalist
• Glen Biermann, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rides with Jay Thomas
Click Content Studios
• Cody Rogness, Photographer/Editor/Producer
• Derek Fletcher, Photographer/Editor/Producer
• Jay Thomas, Host/Producer
• Jaryn Homiston, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Bound #994
Ron Schara Productions
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Bill Sherck, Host
• Scott Fransen, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photojournalist
• Travis Frank, Writer
• Ron Schara, Host
• Don Stremski, Graphic Design
• Laura Schara, Host
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist
• Jared Christie, Reporter
• Eric Parker Andersen, Graphic Designer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Due North Outdoors: Carp Hunter
Ron Schara Productions
• Ben Elling, Online Editor
• Travis Frank, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photojournalist
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist
• Bill Sherck, Writer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Motion Graphics Artist
CATEGORY #505
PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAM
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Steele Report-KWWL-TV 2021-2022
KWWL
• Ron Steele, Photographer/Editor/Writer/Producer
• Jeff Sandlin, Director/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
South Dakota Focus: Agriculture Update
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Jacqueline Hendry, Producer/Host
• Krystal Schoenbauer, Videographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Almanac North
PBS North
• Greg Grell, Producer/Writer
• Steven Ash, Videographer/Editor
• Nick Stoltman, Director
• Anthony Larson, Videographer/Editor
• Julie Zenner, Host
• Dennis Anderson, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Conflicting Canines
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer/Writer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Narrator
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Almanac Bill Signed
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Anchor/Reporter/Producer
• Scott Trotman, Director/Photographer
• Nic Ortiz, Editor
CATEGORY #506
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Coverage
PBS North
• Isaac Quick, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Ashlee Smith, Producer
• Steven Ash, Videographer
• Anthony Larson, Videographer
• Megan McGarvey, Producer/Videographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KS95's 9th Annual Clouds *Concert* For A Cause Feat. Sounds of Blackness
Atomic K Records & Productions
• Karl Demer, Producer/Editor/Audio
• Edwin Irwin, Videographer
• Todd Randall, Videographer
• Jason Wiltse, Videographer
• Kaden Demer, Videographer
• Mark Walentiny, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL News Special at 5: RAGBRAI In Waterloo
KWWL
• Collin Dorsey, Anchor
• Daniel Hampe, Photojournalist
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
• Ron Steele, Anchor
• Abby Turpin, Anchor
• Taylor Vessel, Reporter
• Daniel Perreault, Reporter
• Jordan Rottinghaus, Photojournalist
• Caleb Wittman, Photojournalist
• Alan Slaughter, Engineer
• Ethan Pfaltzgraff, Engineer
• Alaina Kwan, Reporter
CATEGORY #507
ENTERTAINMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Legend of St Urho
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Director Of Photography
• Mike Scholtz, Producer/Writer/Editor
• HAILEY EIDENSCHINK, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sounds of Blackness - Juneteenth Celebration
Atomic K Records & Productions
• Karl Demer, Producer/Editor
• Kaden Demer, Videographer
• Gary Hines, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
NUNNABOVE - Connection
Atomic K Records & Productions
• Karl Demer, Producer/Director/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Best of Me
GH Media Werks, LLC
• Jay Christensen, Director/Pilot/Producer
• GH Ridpath, Producer/Director
• Noah Ferche, Photographer/Producer
• Bryce Wandling, Director/Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Vikings: Showtime
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Arthur Kuh, Producer/Editor
• Darius Smith, Producer
• Jesse Marquette, Producer
• Greg Bostrom, Executive Producer
• Bryan Harper, Vice President, Content And Production
• Alex Miller, Editor
• Jim Marshall, Talent
• Osmo Vänskä, Conductor
• Tommy Barbarella, Composer
• Nikki Kill, Choreography
CATEGORY #508
ENTERTAINMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Cloud Cult with the Minnesota Orchestra
Minnesota Orchestra
• Ashleigh Rowe, Producer/Writer
• Grant Meachum, Producer
• Sarah Hicks, Conductor/Producer
• Adam Romey, Score Reader/Producer
• Craig Minowa, Producer
• Josh Radnor, Host
• Joel Mooney, Technical Director
• Michael Murnane, Lighting Director
• Jay Perlman, Audio
• Eric Romani, Broadcast Audio
• Ezra Gold, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Sessions: Dave Simonett at Wolf Ridge
Minnesota Public Radio
• Eric Romani, Director/Audio Mix/Editor
• Jeff Johnson, Cinematographer
• Erik Stromstad, Producer/Audio Recording
• Chad Amour, Camera Operator
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Northern Rhythms
PBS North
• Steve Ash, Photographer/Editor
• Tomas Soderberg, Producer
• Jake Larson, Sound Recordist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2022 Young People's Concert
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Kevin Patten, Producer
• Jonathan Rouse, Director
CATEGORY #509
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Save the Turtles
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer/Writer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Narrator
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Made for the Outdoors: XX Custom Blades
Ron Schara Productions
• Ben Elling, Producer
• Bill Sherck, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Historia - Hunting for Ancient Agates
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Director Of Photography
• Mike Scholtz, Producer/Writer/Editor
• Hailey Eidenschink, Host
• Anthony Larson, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Relish: Making Chinese Dumplings
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer/Director/Editor
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Yia Vang, Host
• Nathan Reopelle, Online Editor/Motion Graphics
• Eric Pagel, Post-Production Audio
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Adam Geiger, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Zapf Legacy Canoes
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #510
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Enough Said
KMSP
• Lori Fisher, Writer/Host
• Dan Barreiro, Host
• Justin Gaard, Host
• Christine Bastolich, Director
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Rob King, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Circle: Mike Zimmer
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Gabe Henderson, Producer/Talent
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Senator Amy Klobuchar discusses her cancer journey
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• David Porter, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Marcus Foligno: My Life in Photos
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Ryan Carter, Reporter
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Bruce Meyers, Photographer
CATEGORY #511
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Beautiful Kingdom: Where Love Takes the Lead
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Tyler Bryce, Audio
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gao Hong: Composer and Pipa Player
Minnesota Orchestra
• Ashleigh Rowe, Producer/Writer
• Gao Hong, Producer
• Mark Hentges, Photographer
• Ezra Gold, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Every Day is a Gift and Never Give Up
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Greetings from Iowa - The Aerialist
Iowa PBS
• Cameron McCoy, Producer
• David Feingold, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Unlikely Grammy Winner
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kyle Walczak, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
An Unusual Canvas
Pioneer PBS
• Dylan Curfman, Producer/Editor
• Bret Amundson, Host/Producer
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
CATEGORY #512
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Secrets of Swedish Folk Art with Pieper Bloomquist
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
An Artist's Heart Never Stops: The Kirk Williams Story
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Des Moines Symphony Academy: The Sound of the City
Des Moines Symphony
• Nathan McNurlen, Director/Producer/Editor
• Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Cinematographer
• Chad Adams, Cinematographer
• James Drescher, Cinematographer
• Ron Maahs, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents The Queen of Spades
Iowa PBS
• Judy Blank, Producer/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Producer/Director
• Julie Knutson, Technical Director
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Scott Faine, Camera
• Phong Duong, Graphic Designer
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphic Designer
• Chad Aubrey, Engineer
• Neal Kyer, Video Engineer
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Kevin Rivers, Audio
CATEGORY #513
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Market to Market #4702
Iowa PBS
• David Miller, Producer
• Josh Buettner, Producer
• John Torpy, Producer
• Peter Tubbs, Producer
• Colleen Krantz, Producer
• Paul Yeager, Producer
• Neal Kyer, Video
• David Feingold, Audio
• Chad Aubrey, Graphics
• Kevin Rivers, Technical Director
• Scott Faine, Camera
• Phil Blobaum, Camera
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
$8 million in Freeman development projects underway
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Jacqueline Hendry, Producer
• Krystal Schoenbauer, Videographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Grit & Metal: Iron Warrior
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Producer
• Josh Munce, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Art in Motion
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The TikTok Dairy Farmer
KGAN/KFXA
• Shannon Moudy, Reporter
CATEGORY #514
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Little Ones Learning Outdoors
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer/Writer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Power of Giving
Acowsay Film Company
• Hannah Ginder, Producer
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
In Play: Indoor Percussion Ensemble
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Kyle Mork, Producer
• Greg Beesley, Videographer/Editor
• Jonathan Rouse, Videographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Culture In Our Classrooms
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Laura Checovich, Producer
• Emily Loney, Producer
• Sarah Rand, Producer
• Brad Keely, Editor
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Jon Van Amber, Graphic Design
• Terry Gray, Audio Sweetening
CATEGORY #515
CHILDREN/YOUTH/TEEN
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Job Jams Season 1
New Voice Productions
• Gordon Severson, Creator/Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kids Talk About How Government Works - Compilation
Lakeville Government Television
• Jim Schiffman, Producer/Editor
• Tim Sheehan, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wander & Wonder: First Thanksgiving
Iowa PBS
• Matt Clark, Producer
• Abby Brown, Host
• Taylor Shore, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FIND Iowa: Nahant Marsh
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Producer
• Abby Brown, Host
• Cody Smith, Producer
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• David Feingold, Audio
• Bo Dodge, Graphics
CATEGORY #516
ENVIRONMENT/SCIENCE - SHORT OR LONG FROM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mike's Muckets
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer/Writer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Narrator
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cactus in Minnesota
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Raptor Rescue
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer/Writer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Narrator
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Edina Gold
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Troy Knechtel, Photojournalist/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Champion Trees
Story Time with Steve & Micah
• Micah Davis, Producer
• Steve Betchkal, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Science Center of Iowa: Big Blast 2021
Science Center of Iowa
• Nathan McNurlen, Director/Producer/Editor
• Emily Seaton, Video Editor
• Josh De Lanoit, Motion Graphics Artist
• Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
• Chad Adams, Cinematographer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Cinematographer
• Alex Rich, Producer
CATEGORY #517
HEALTH/MEDICAL - SHORT OR LONG FORM FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Alec Smith Story
Acowsay Film Company
• Hannah Ginder, Producer
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Power of Connection
Story Time with Steve & Micah
• Micah Davis, Producer
• Steve Betchkal, Producer
• Colleen Kwong, Narrator
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Radon: Iowa's Silent Killer
WOI
• Ryan Scott, Producer/Reporter
• Sharon Lilly, Graphics Designer
• Jon Diaz, Anchor
• Eva Andersen, Anchor
• Jordan Underwood, Technical Director
• Carlie Ott, Audio
• Alex Johnson, Editor/Camera
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Father's Gift to His Son
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Editor
• Jason Howland, Reporter
• DeeDee Stiepan, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
UnityPoint Health - The Not So Late Show with Austin
UnityPoint Health
• Nathan McNurlen, Director/Producer/Editor
• Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
• James Drescher, Cinematographer
• Chad Adams, Cinematographer
• Brent Wirth, Producer
• Greg Philby, Producer
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Mallary McKinney, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Art + Medicine: Speaking of Race
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Director/Producer/Editor
• Carrie Clark, Editor/ Motion Graphics
• Adam Geiger, Producer
• Jack Davis, Offline Editor
• Eric Pagel, Audio Sweetening
• Anne Guttridge, Producer
• Slade Kemmet, Photographer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Jacob Kelso, Photographer
• Jonathan Camp, Field Audio
• Jennilee Park, Field Audio
• Jon Hallberg, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
With a Little Help from His Friends
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
• DeeDee Stiepan, Reporter
CATEGORY #518
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tiny Titanic
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Mike Scholtz, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Root Beer Lady
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Photographer
• Mike Scholtz, Producer/Writer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bone Brushes and Hide Painting
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rex Cook: Western Leather Artist
Prairie Public
• Matt Olien, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Museum on a Farm
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
African American Baseball Pioneers
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Jim Bothun, Photographer
• LaTroy Hawkins, Reporter
CATEGORY #519
HISTORICAL/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIA - LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
40 Thieves On Saipan: A Son Uncovers His Father's True Story
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Electronicle 1980
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer
• Steve Marsh, Host
• Skip Davis, Editor
• Miranda Harincar, Offline Editor
• Eric Pagel, Audio Sweetening
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Jacob Kelso, Videographer
• Matt Ehling, Videographer
• Jonathan Camp, Field Audio
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Film in the Cities - Radical Roots of Youth Media
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer
• Miranda Harincar, Producer/offline Editor
• Anne Guttridge, Motion Graphics
• Deborah Girdwood, Producer
• Sheryl Mousley, Producer
• Kelsey Bosch, Producer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Johnny Hagen, Field Audio
• Bradley J. Keely, Editor
• Eric Pagel, Audio Sweetening
• Jon Van Amber, Art Director/Title Design
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Legacy of the Lakes
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer/Writer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
9/11 Always Remember
KCCI
• Amy Schmelzer, Producer
• Stacey Horst, Talent
• Todd Magel, Talent
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
• Cortney Kintzer, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rooted in Secrets
KVLY
• Cailley Formichella, Reporter/Producer/Photojournalist
• Lynn Trelstad, Graphic Artist
• Alex Van Eeckhout, Graphic Artist
• Micah Hagen, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #520
LIFESTYLE - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Capable Duck Hunters
Ron Schara Productions
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photographer/Editor
• Travis Frank, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Walter's Maple Syrup
Ron Schara Productions
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist
• Bill Sherck, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dragons, Gumball Machines and More
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bird Ranch Photographer
Ron Schara Productions
• Ben Elling, Photographer / Editor
• Travis Frank, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Leo's Last Ride
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #521
LIFESTYLE - LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Relish: Jamaican Fruitcake and Sorrel Wine
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Director/Producer
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Adam Geiger, Producer
• Yia Vang, Host
• Nathan Reopelle, Online Editor/Motion Graphics
• Eric Pagel, Audio Sweetening
• Slade Kemmet, Photographer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Jennilee Park, Field Audio
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Liquid Gold: From the Midwest to the Mediterranean
Click Content Studios
• Derek Fletcher, Photographer/Editor/Producer
• Tracy Briggs, Producer
• Cody Rogness, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Outside Chance: Mountain Biking
Twin Cities PBS
• Ryan Klabunde, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Luke Heikkila, Producer
• Chance York, Host
• Ezra Gold, Online Editor
• Terry Gray, Post-Production Audio
• Jon Van Amber, Graphic Artist
• Adam Geiger, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Miss INNdependent - Episode 1
Northern Pine Productions
• Josh Bryant, Producer/Writer/Cinematographer
• Kelly Olsen, Host/Producer
• Cole O'Brien, Producer/Writer/Cinematographer/Editor
• Trey Hall, Motion Graphics
• Alex Haberle, Photographer
• Eric Gislason, Producer
• Alisha Perkins, Host
• Kurt Weber, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Woodland Bounty
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer/Writer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Narrator
CATEGORY #522
MILITARY - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bonded by Sacrifice: Gene Murphy & Lyle Bowes
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
One of a Kind
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer/Writer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Narrator
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Resolute: MN Stories of 9/11 and the War
MN Military & Veterans Museum
• Randal Dietrich, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Warriors in the North: Healing Through Art
Prairie Public
• Andy Garske, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine - In Command: Brian Kesselring
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Brian Shawn, Reporter
• Jack Neisen, Photographer
• Marty Mueller, Photographer
CATEGORY #523
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond the Badge
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Producer
• Tom Cornell, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On The Job
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Producer
• Scott Neal, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
West Des Moines Police Department - Community Video
West Des Moines Police Department
• James Drescher, Director / Producer / Cinematographer
• Sydney Dhabalt, Producer / Editor
• Chad Adams, Cinematographer
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Cinematographer
• Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bingo tax: Once a serious topic for lawmakers
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Seth Tupper, Producer
• Josh Haiar, Videographer/Editor
CATEGORY #524
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Almanac at the Capitol
Twin Cities PBS
• Kari Kennedy, Series Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Reporter
• Scott Trotman, Director/Videographer
• Nic Ortiz, Video Editor
• Neil Gjere, Production Engineer
CATEGORY #525
DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cookie Cart - Baking Bright Futures
Blue Key Media
• Dan West, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Is For Me
Bally Sports North
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Producer
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Thing That Makes Your Heart Sing
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Almanac North- Black Lives Matter Swimmer
PBS North
• Megan McGarvey, Producer
• Isaac Quick, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Forced to Flee
Prairie Public
• Nayeli Castro, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
That Got Weird
Twin Cities PBS
• Sergio Rapu, Producer / Host
• Myc Dazzle, Character Design / Animation
• Marissa Blahnik, Producer
• Terry Gray, Sound Design
CATEGORY #526
DIVERSITY/EQUITY/INCLUSION - LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inkpa Mani: Ancient Arts in a Modern World
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Unapologetic Valentine
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kevin Russell, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Our Heroes
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Lea B. Olsen, Host
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Audra Martin, Reporter
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Intersections - Vern Northrup, Kaitlyn Walsh, and Natasha Kingbird
PBS North
• Tomas Soderberg, Producer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Be The Change (Composite)
GH Media Werks, LLC
• GH Ridpath, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Producer
• Brett Taber, Producer
• Adam Belfer, Producer
• Mark Davis, Animation Director
• Damil Bryant, Animation Director
• Khalid Farquharson, Animator
• Danny Ochoa, Animator
• Howard Morris, Animator
• Nate Vaughn, Videographer
CATEGORY #527
WEATHER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Iowa's Forces of Nature
WOI
• Brad Edwards, Chief Meteorologist
• Brandon Lawrence, Meteorologist
• Taylor Kanost, Meteorologist
• Dave Downey, Meteorologist
• Don Schmith, Photographer/Editor
• Mike Simmons, Photographer/Editor
• Zach Sommers, Producer
• Sharon Lilly, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa's Wild Weather
KGAN/KFXA
• Valeree Dunn, Producer
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
• Nathan Santo Domingo, Meteorologist
• Rebecca Kopelman, Meteorologist
• Sara Flynn, Meteorologist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drought Tour 2022
KELO
• Anna Peters, Producer
• Kelli Volk, Anchor/Reporter
• Michael Simundson, Editor
• Sarah McDonald, Anchor/Reporter
• Sydney Thorson, Reporter
• Ariana Schumacher, Reporter
• Eric Mayer, Digital Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photojournalist
• Don Jorgensen, Reporter
• Tom Hanson, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG-TV9 First Alert Storm Team Severe Weather Special
KCRG
• Aaron Hepker, Producer
• Joe Winters, Chief Meteorologist
• Kaj O'Mara, Meteorologist
• Corey Thompson, Meteorologist
• Jan Ryherd, Meteorologist
• Hannah Messier, Meteorologist
• Marlon Hall, Photographer
• Matthew Jones, Photographer
• Bradley Burton, Photographer
• Sean Patty, Director
• Matthew Tribble, Audio
• Marc Bauer, Post-Production Director
CATEGORY #528
BRANDED CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Thorogood Boots!
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Troy Knechtel, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
John Randle Unveils 2022 Vikings Schedule
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Alex Miller, Producer/Director
• Skip Krueger, Director
• Bryan Harper, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Des Moines Embassy Club
Estuary Motion Studios
• Israel Lopez, Cinematographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Not Weird. Wild.
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• John King, Producer
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
• Brandon McCauley, Cinematographer
• Matt Hussey, Cinematographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2021 Twin Cities Summer Jam
AMPonStage, LLC
• Jay Olstad, Producer
• Shawn Engel, Producer
• Tim Consdorf, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
LHB: Designing With The Community At Heart
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Alethia Fowler, Producer
• Michael Fischer, Producer
• Rick Carter, Producer
• Maureen Colburn, Producer
CATEGORY #601
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Title IX 50th Anniversary: I Am
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Producer/Director
• Brandon Middlesworth, Cinematographer
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• David Pint, Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphic Designer
• Samy Vernet, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wildwood Hills Ranch—Baggage
Strategic America
• Randy Belcher, Writer/Director
• Heath Smith, Writer
• Tyra Washington, Graphic Artist
• Jacob Moyer, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
On Our Collective Power
Acowsay Film Company
• Hannah Ginder, Producer
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dream Iowa
Estuary Motion Studios
• Israel Lopez, Director & Cinematographer
• Katherine Dietrich, Writer & Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Project HEALINGS
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer/Director/Editor
• Ange Hwang, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Where Good Things Grow PSA Series
Ron Nichols Communications
• Ron Nichols, Writer/Producer
• Joe Dickie, Photographer
• Forrest Fox, Photographer
• Lynn Betts, Writer/Producer
• Cat Bailey, Logo Art/Animation
• Tom Steever, Narrator
CATEGORY #602
COMMERCIAL
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Icon Water Trails—Launch
Strategic America
• Randy Belcher, Writer/Director
• Kelcey Stoehr, Editor
• Karen Gray Beal, Graphic Artist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
This is Regions
HealthPartners
• Tina Long, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Big Network
HealthPartners
• Tina Long, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
UnityPoint Health - Holiday TV Spot
UnityPoint Health
• Chad Adams, Director / Producer / Cinematographer
• Sydney Dhabalt, Producer / Editor
• Kyle Stoutenberg, Cinematographer
• James Drescher, Cinematographer
• Nick Mongar, Cinematographer
• Phil Young, Sound Designer
• Brent Wirth, Producer
• Greg Philby, Producer
• Brett Adams, Producer
• Mallary McKinney, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
University of South Dakota 2022 Brand Spot
University of South Dakota
• Hailie Warren, Director
• Zbynek Surovec, Cinematographer
• Noah Shepard, Talent
• Michelle Cwach, Writer
CATEGORY #603
NEWS PROMOTION - TOPICAL (SINGLE SPOT OR CAMPAIGN)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KGAN-Iowa's News Now Field Of Dreams Coverage
KGAN/KFXA
• Darrin Fullerton, Writer / Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Untold Campaign
KMSP
• David Pint, Producer/Director
• Brandon, Lighting/Editor/Cinematographer
• Samy Vernet, Editor/Cinematographer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphic Designer
• Burke Daneman, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota News Now
KSFY/KDLT
• Sean Albertson, Producer
• Joshua Gates, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Winter Weather Ready
WDIO
• Aaron Wernimont, Writer/Producer
CATEGORY #604
NEWS PROMOTION - IMAGE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KGAN-WeatherFirst Road Warrior Campaign
KGAN/KFXA
• Darrin Fullerton, Producer / Writer
• Aaron Gerhardt, Drone Pilot
• Nicholas Stewart, Talent
• Rebecca Kopelman, Talent
• Sarah Foernssler, Talent
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Catching a Tornado
KCCI
• Andrew Bridgewater, Writer/Producer/Editor
• Nathan White, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Northland's Chief Meteorologist Campaign
WDIO
• Aaron Wernimont, Writer/Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI Storm Team 8 - Winter Campaign
KCCI
• Leia Bacuyag, Writer/Producer/Editor
• Kathy Wiseman, Producer
• Mark Peterson, Videographer
• Nathan White, Writer
• Andrew Bridgewater, Writer/Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTIV Winter Olympics - Super Bowl Image Campaign
KTIV
• David Washburn, Writer/Director/Producer
• Erick Lira, Videographer
• Angela Morrow, Videographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Grind
KWWL
• Beau Batterson, Writer/Producer/Editor
• Michael Minard, Cinematographer
CATEGORY #605
PROGRAM/IMAGE PROMOTION (SINGLE SPOT)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Saved By The Friends
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, Producer/Actor
• Chris Onken, Actor
• Kevin Salo, Photographer
• Ben Musel, Lighting/Grip
• Tim McDonough, Graphics
• Joni Bria, Title Graphics
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Start Watching My Des Moines
KCCI
• Mark Peterson, Writer/Producer/Editor
• Nathan White, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
We Are Iowa Strong
WOI
• Andrea Garnant, Editor
CATEGORY #606
SPORTS PROMOTION
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Saints Baseball on FOX 9+
KMSP
• Brandon Middlesworth, Director/Videographer
• David Pint, Writer
• Michelle Truax, Videographer
• Samy Vernet, Sound
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphic Design
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Official Home of the Minnesota Viking - FOX 9
KMSP
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• Brandon Middlesworth, Producer/Shooter/Editor
• David Pint, Producer/Shooter
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphic Designer
• Michelle Truax, Producer
• Samy Vernet, Producer/Shooter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Winter Classic Promo
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Joe Brunett, Editor
• Marko Zitzer, Cinematographer
• Brandon McCauley, Cinematographer
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
It's About Winning
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
• Brandon McCauley, Cinematographer
• Matt Hussey, Cinematographer
• Joe Brunett, Editor
CATEGORY #701
TALENT - ANCHOR - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rena Sarigianopoulos
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Katie Phernetton Composite
WQOW
• Kathryn Phernetton, Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brandi Powell - Anchor
KSTP
• Brandi Powell, Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Timothy Blotz Anchor
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kirsten Swanson - Potter Verdict Breaking News
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Anchor
CATEGORY #702
TALENT - ANCHOR - WEATHER
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
March 5th Tornado Outbreak
KCCI
• Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WDIO Meteorologist Brandon Weatherz
WDIO
• Brandon Weatherz, Meteorologist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Meteorologist Brandon Lawrence
WOI
• Brandon Lawrence, Anchor - Weather
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Meteorologist Nick Stewart Composite
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jay Trobec
KELO
• Jay Trobec, Chief Meteorologist
CATEGORY #703
TALENT - ANCHOR - SPORTS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Norman Seawright III - Sports Talent
WCCO
• Norman Seawright, Talent
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Reggie Wilson
KARE
• Reginald Wilson, Sports Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Keith Murphy
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Sports Anchor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mitch Fick Composite
KGAN/KFXA
• Mitch Fick, Anchor
CATEGORY #704
TALENT - REPORTER LIVE OR DAILY NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
(Not) Workin’ 9 to 5: Kirsten Swanson Composite
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heidi Wigdahl Composite
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rasmussen on a Deadline
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A.J.'s Daily Reporting
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eva Daily Reporting
KARE
• Eva Andersen, Reporter
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pauleen Le Live Reporter Composite
WCCO
• Pauleen Le, Reporter
CATEGORY #705
TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Katie Storm Composite
Bally Sports North
• Katie Storm, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bill Sherck: The Man About The Woods
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bret Amundson: Prairie Sportsman Host
Pioneer PBS
• Bret Amundson, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
David Brown - Live Game Set Host
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Marney Gellner Composite
Bally Sports North
• Marney Gellner, Host
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paul Allen Talent Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Paul Allen, Talent
CATEGORY #706
TALENT - PLAY-BY-PLAY/ANALYST
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dave Benz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Dave Benz, TV Play-by-Play
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rebekkah Brunson Composite
Bally Sports North
• Rebekkah Brunson, Analyst
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ryan Carter Composite
Bally Sports North
• Ryan Carter, Analyst
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justin Morneau Composite
Bally Sports North
• Justin Morneau, Analyst
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jim Petersen Composite
Bally Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony LaPanta Composite
Bally Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
CATEGORY #707
WRITER - NEWS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz Writing
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Family, Finally
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eva's Writing
KARE
• Eva Andersen, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A.J.'s investigative storytelling
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Writer
CATEGORY #708
WRITER - CONTENT (NON-NEWS)
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Shannon O’Hara Story
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Grit & Metal: Iron Warrior
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Liquid Gold: From the Midwest to the Mediterranean
Click Content Studios
• Tracy Briggs, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Hanson Writing
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ron's Nature Ramblings
Ron Schara Productions
• Ron Schara, Writer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sherck's 2021 Favorites!
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Writer
CATEGORY #709
GRAPHIC ARTS – MOTION GRAPHICS/VISUAL EFFECTS/COMPOSTING
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Arthur Kuh - Minnesota Vikings Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Arthur Kuh, Motion Graphics
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heart of Iowa - Where to Go to Get Help
Heart of Iowa
• Josh De Lanoit, Motion Designer & Animator
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MC22 Show Opens
Mediacom, MC22
• Brent Willett, Graphic Designer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa State Fair Coverage Graphics Package
Iowa PBS
• Brent Willett, Graphic Designer
CATEGORY #711
DIRECTOR - NEWSCAST, LIVE OR RECORDED LIVE
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News 4 Live at 5: Russia Invades Ukraine
KTIV
• Kaleb Zamora, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kim Potter Verdict
WCCO
• Addie Chernow, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
NHL Red Wings vs Wild
Bally Sports North
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL News at 10
KWWL
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
CATEGORY #712
DIRECTOR - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
LUMINARY Commercial Director Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Minnesota Vikings: A Symphony of the North
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Arthur Kuh, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Timberwolves - 2021 Intro
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Des Moines Symphony Academy: The Sound of The City
Des Moines Symphony
• Nathan McNurlen, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
UnityPoint Health - The Not So Late Show with Austin
UnityPoint Health
• Nathan McNurlen, Director
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Best of Me
GH Media Werks, LLC
• Noah Ferche, Director
CATEGORY #713
EDITOR - NEWS/SPORTS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alex Miller Editing Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Alex Miller, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Raising the Bar: Trent Francom
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Editor Jason Steussy
KARE
• Jason Steussy, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ron Stover Editing Compilation
KARE
• Ron Stover, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Devin Krinke Composite
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Joe Brunett - Minnesota Wild Edit Comp
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Joe Brunett, Editor
CATEGORY #714
EDITOR - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timberwolves - 2021 Intro
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Walter's Maple Syrup
Ron Schara Productions
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
LUMINARY Commercial Edit Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jared Myers Video Editing Composite
Blue Key Media
• Jared Myers, Editor
CATEGORY #715
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS/SPORTS
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Photojournalist Jason Steussy
KARE
• Jason Steussy, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tommy Platek Composite
KARE
• Tommy Platek, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Devin Krinke Composite
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cutting It Close...
KARE
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Nelson - Composite
HawkVision Productions
• Matt Nelson, Photographer
CATEGORY #716
PHOTOGRAPHER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Lantern Trail
Ron Schara Productions
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kevin Sullivan Photography Composite
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
LUMINARY Commercial Cinematography Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Liquid Gold: From the Midwest to the Mediterranean
Click Content Studios
• Derek Fletcher, Photographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Sessions: Faith Boblett at the Belwin Conservancy
Minnesota Public Radio
• Peter Ecklund, Photographer
CATEGORY #717
VIDEO ESSAY
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fatal crash devastates families of victims and survivors
StarTribune
• Mark Vancleave, Photographer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bitten by the Bug
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making The Call
KMSP
• Justin McCray, News Cinematographer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timmy the T-Rex
KARE
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Merwin's train town
KELO
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer/editor
CATEGORY #718
VIDEO JOURNALIST - SINGLE SHIFT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nourish the Soul
WKBT
• Jordan Fremstad, Writer/Photographer/Video Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Faith and Equality - Eva MMJ Day-turn work
KARE
• Eva Andersen, Multimedia Journalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MoMJ
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist
CATEGORY #719
VIDEO JOURNALIST - NO PRODUCTION TIME LIMIT
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dan Carpenter Video Journalist Composite
Edina TV
• Dan Carpenter, Video Journalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Art in Action
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Bird of Special Concern
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gordon Severson Video Journalist Composite
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Video Journalist
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hometown Farmer – Cedar Ridge Farm
KPTH
• Jacob Heller, Photographer/Writer/Editor
2022 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dennis Rafftery Composite
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Video Journalist
CATEGORY #101
OVERALL EXCELLENCE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11
KARE
• Carolyn Mungo, General Manager
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KMSP FOX 9
KMSP
• Sheila Oliver, General Manager
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI NewsChannel 8
KCCI
• Brian Sather, General Manager
CATEGORY #102
NEWS EXCELLENCE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 News
KARE
• Stacey Nogy, News Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox 9 News
KMSP
• Marian Kessler, News Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KBJR 6 Storytellers
KBJR
• Kevin Jacobsen, News Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI NewsChannel 8
KCCI
• Allison Smith, News Director
CATEGORY #103
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Education for Ogilgei Documentary
Ryan Morrison, LLC
• Ryan Morrison, Cinematographer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
75 People Share Their Experiences Working During the Pandemic: Covid Confessions
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer/Director/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inspired By Story
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Producer
CATEGORY #104
INTERACTIVE MEDIA
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Digital
KARE
• Lauren Olson, Digital Director
• Jeremiah Jacobsen, Digital Executive Producer
• Emily Haavik, Digital Managing Editor
• Alexandra Simon, Digital Producer
• Diane Sandberg, Digital Producer
• Dana Thiede, Digital Producer
• David Griswold, Digital Producer
• Bill Strande, Digital Producer
• Tyler Cashman, Digital Video Producer
• Valerie Lick, Digital Producer
• Miranda Manier, Digital Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Death of Mollie Tibbetts: Cristhian Bahena Rivera murder trial
WOI
• Mario Rossi, Digital Executive Producer
• Jon Diaz, Reporter
• Hollie Schlesselman, Digital Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Trial of Cristhian Bahena Rivera
KCCI
• Hope Wilson, Digital Editor
• Sarah Muller, Digital Editor
• Jeremy Moser, Digital Editor
CATEGORY #201
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 1-75)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 Morning News - 7 a.m.
KMSP
• Bjorn Saterbak, Producer
• Kelly O'Connell, Anchor
• Alix Kendall, Anchor
• Bill Keller, Reporter
• Shayne Stroud, Reporter
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Eric Reyers, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Chauvin Verdict: Community Responds
WCCO
• Kristopher Jobe, Producer
• Amber Meyer, Producer
• Heather Brown, Anchor
• Shayla Reaves, Anchor
• Riley O'Connor, Meteorologist
• Christiane Cordero, Reporter
• Marielle Mohs, Reporter
• Joel Thurston, Photographer
• Mark Erb, Photographer
• Ray Jones, Editor
• Mike Stern, Editor
• Wendy Bridenstine, Director
• Mike Haberman, Producer
• Sandra Lind, Writer
• Wade Mesenbring, Director
• John Anderson, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Sunrise
KARE
• Jordy Foy, Producer
• Carissa Polo, Producer
• Dallas Warren, Producer
• Gia Vang, Anchor
• Kris Laudien, Anchor
• Alicia Lewis, Anchor
• Guy Brown, Meteorologist
• Kiya Edwards, Reporter
• Jennfier Austin, Reporter
• Meghan Scott, Director
• Jacob Rowe, Director
• Nate Anderson, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #202
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 76-120)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Dalton Tornado
WDAY
• Drew Trafton, Anchor/Producer
• Sarah Rudlang, Anchor
• Lydia Blume, Anchor/Meteorologist
• Ben Rieke, Producer
• Betsy Yanez-Rich, Producer
• Se Kwon, Producer
• Ryan Stacy, Photographer
• Janessa Andiorio, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KELOLAND This Morning
KELO
• Kullyn Meffert, Producer
• Brian Karstens, Meteorologist
• Scot Mundt, Meteorologist
• Max Hofer, Reporter
• Lauren Soulek, Reporter
CATEGORY #203
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 121+)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KBJR 6 News Today
KBJR
• Ryan Haff, Producer/Anchor
• CeCe Gaines, Anchor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC News at Noon/Oct. 30
KTTC
• Jess Abrahamson, Anchor/Producer
• Derek Grant, Producer
• Megan Zemple, Reporter
• Byron Tollefson, Reporter
• Ubah Ali, Reporter
• Sarah Gannon, Meteorologist
• Timothy Strauss, Director
• Chuck Sibley, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News 4 at Noon
KTIV
• Carl Norquist, Producer
• Al Joens, Anchor
• Jaret Lansford, Anchor
• Keith Bliven, Producer
• Brett Funke, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MidDay 4-6-2021
WXOW
• Andrea Albers, Anchor/Producer
• Steve Bland, Director
CATEGORY #204
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 1-75)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 4 News at 5:00
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chauvin Verdict: Justice Served
WCCO
• Leah Carr, Producer
• Tracy Perlman, Executive Producer
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Joe Mears, Editor
• Brandon King, Director
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Grant Verdon, Photographer
• Erin Hassanzadeh, Reporter
• Lewis Karpel, Photographer
• Jeff Wagner, Reporter
• Nick Streiff, Field Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 Eyewitness News/6pm
KSTP
• Nicole Roddy, Executive Producer
• Conrad Gredell, Producer
• Jackie Cain, Anchor
• Paul Folger, Anchor
• Eric Rasmussen, Investigative Reporter
• Ryan Raiche, Investigative Reporter
• Joe Mazan, Reporter
• Tom Hauser, Political Reporter
• Joe Caffrey, Photographer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• David Peterson, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 News at 10
KARE
• Ellie Coatar, Producer
• Jennifer Griffin, Executive Producer
• Amy Strande, Director
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Deevon Rahming, Reporter
• Charmaine Nero, Reporter
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
• Blake Mills, Editor
• Karin Stone, Editor
• Josh Stifter, Editor
CATEGORY #205
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 76-120)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Night of Breaking News
WDAY
• Thor Thompson, Producer
• Grace O'Neil, Producer
• Kerstin Kealy, Anchor
• Dana Mogck, Anchor
• Sy Cavins-Wolford, Director
• Matt Henson, Reporter
• Ryan Longnecker, Photographer
• Norm Bell, Photographer
• John Wheeler, Weather
• Zach Staton, Sports Anchor
• Jeff Nelson, Photographer/News Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KGAN News at 5: August 11/2020
KGAN/KFXA
• Kristen Hamilton, News Director
• Karen Fuller, News Anchor
• Sara Flynn, Meteorologist
• David Amelotti, Reporter
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist/Photojournalist
• Emily Chavez, Reporter
• Rebecca Kopelman, Meteorologist
• Marissa Schwartz, Executive Producer
• Michael Howell, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL News at 10
KWWL
• DJ Stewart, Producer
• Ron Steele, Anchor
• Abby Turpin, Anchor
• Sashay Carroll, Director
• Vincent Lowerre, Reporter
• Travis Breese, Reporter
• Brandon Libby, Meteorologist
• Rick Coleman, Sports Director
• Kennedy DeRaedt, Video Journalist
• Jordan Rottinghaus, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCRG-TV9 News at 6PM: The Funeral of Sgt. Jim Smith
KCRG
• Aaron Hepker, Executive Producer
• Ben Hoppenworth, Producer
• Beth Malicki, Anchor
• Nicole Agee, Reporter
• Kristin Rogers, Reporter
• Phil Reed, Reporter
• Marlon Hall, Photographer
• Jeremy Vallin, Photographer
• Jon Howren, Director
• Chris Osborne, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND News at 6
KELO
• Krista Burns, Producer
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor
• Angela Kennecke, Reporter
• Bridget Bennett, Anchor
• Jay Trobec, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #206
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 121+)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC 6 P.M. 4/20/2021 Chauvin Verdict
KTTC
• Victoria Carra, Producer
• Caitlin Alexander, Anchor
• Tom Overlie, Anchor
• Kamaria Braye, Reporter
• Beret Leone, Reporter
• Chuck Sibley, Photographer
• Timothy Strauss, Director
• Michael Crowley, Audio Operator
• Nick Jansen, Meteorologist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
News 4 Live at Five
KTIV
• Carl Norquist, Producer
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Ron Demers, Anchor
• Brett Funke, Photographer
• Keith Bliven, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WEAU 13 News at 10
WEAU
• Jesse Horne, Producer
• Danielle Wagner, Anchor
• Bob Gallaher, Anchor
• Jamie Rogers, Director
• Carla Rogner, Reporter
• Jessica Mendoza, Reporter
• Justus Cleveland, Sports Anchor
• Tucker Antico, Meteorologist
• Max Cotton, Reporter
• Janis Harper, News Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KBJR 6 News at 5
KBJR
• Jessie Slater, Producer/Anchor
• Dan Wolfe, Anchor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WDIO News at Ten
WDIO
• Baihly Warfield, Anchor
• Justin Liles, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #301
DAILY NEWS REPORT (SINGLE SHIFT)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I Hope/I Hope/I Hope...
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
It Wears On You
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Beresford family humbled by surprise gift
KSFY/KDLT
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Lessons at 38th & Chicago
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Walk to the Store Changed May Life
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Trap At Home
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Producer
• Sarah Danik, News Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
We Come to Riot
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
CATEGORY #302
HARD NEWS REPORT - NO TIME LIMIT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pushed to the Limit
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Decision to Leave
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Grant Verdon, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Officer Matson at Home
KARE
• Julie Nelson, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photojournalist-Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Cut Off
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
CATEGORY #303
BREAKING NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Derek Chauvin Trial Verdict
WCCO
• Mike Verlo, Producer
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
• Arthur Phillips, Photographer
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
• Dave Chaney, Photographer
• Will Greiner, Photographer
• Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield, Reporter
• Sam Jones, Photographer
• Addie Chernow, Director
• Joe Kaczynski, Editor
• Scott Howard, Producer
• Mike Max, Reporter
• Tom Aviles, Photojournalist
• Christiane Cordero, Reporter
• Dave Charest, Photojournalist
• Chris Cruz, Photojournalist
• Gerald Chew, Director
• Joe Tamburino, Legal Analyst
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Death of George Floyd: Derek Chauvin Verdict
KARE
• Rieta Buttaro Mikkelsen, Producer
• Nikki Muehlhausen Young, Producer
• Miranda Manier, Producer
• Jennifer Griffin, Executive Producer
• Amy Strande, Director
• Natalie Abraham, Director
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Deevon Rahming, Reporter
• Charmaine Nero, Reporter
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KGAN Breaking News: The Iowa Derecho
KGAN/KFXA
• Rebecca Kopelman, Producer/Meteorologist
• Nick Stewart, Storm Chaser/Meteorologist/Photojournalist
• Sara Flynn, Meteorologist
• Marissa Schwartz, Executive Producer
• Kristen Hamilton, News Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
THE VERDICT IS IN
KMSP
• Russell Weseman, Photojournalist
• Paul Blume, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breaking News: First Responders Race Across Rochester in Pursuit of Suspects After Two Teens Shot
KIMT
• Anthony Monzon, Reporter
CATEGORY #304
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Prone
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Trash talk with Nico Swalley
KELO
• Don Jorgensen, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI - Continuing Coverage - Derecho
KCCI
• Cortney Kintzer, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Road to Recovery - KWWL's coverage of the Iowa derecho
KWWL
• DJ Stewart, Producer
• Abby Turpin, Anchor
• Ron Steele, Anchor
• Collin Dorsey, Anchor
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
• Diego Hernandez, Reporter
• Vincent Lowerre, Reporter
• Taylor Vessel, Reporter
• Mark Woodley, Reporter
• Joie Bettenhausen, Meteorologist
• Kennedy DeRaedt, Video Journalist
• Daniel Hampe, Chief Photographer
• Meg Swanson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vax Facts
KARE
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Jennifer Hoff, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• Rieta Buttaro Mikkelsen, Producer
CATEGORY #305
INVESTIGATIVE - SINGLE REPORT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
He tried to save his sister. No one listened.
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fake Farms: The New Cash Crop
KELO
• Angela Kennecke, Reporter
• Rae Yost, Digital Content Reporter
• Michael Simundson, Photographer
• Derek Domangue, Graphic Artist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Secret Discipline
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Editor/Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Outbreak Accountability
KSTP
• Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
• Ana Lastra, Investigative Producer
• Eric Rasmussen, Investigative Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
CATEGORY #306
INVESTIGATIVE - MULTIPLE REPORTS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Investigates: Cruel & Unusual
KARE
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Excited Delirium Dilemma
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
CATEGORY #307
LIGHT NEWS FEATURE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Holly & Greenie
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bill's Buddies
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kids with Courage: Abri
KTTC
• Caitlin Alexander, Reporter
• Andrew Murphy, Graphics/Video Editor
• Chuck Sibley, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Submergents
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
• Josh Grenier, Producer
CATEGORY #308
SERIOUS NEWS FEATURE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
One Year at Bethesda
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Brad's Rink
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The complexity of wearing blue while being Black
WOI
• Eva Andersen, Reporter/Photojournalist
• Don Schmith, Photojournalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
PAR360 - The Invisible Danger
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Adam Carter, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
White Riot
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Editor/Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Mother's Plea
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer/Editor
• Ana Lastra, Producer
• Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rescue Reunion
KSTP
• Callan Gray, Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Growth Through Grief
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• David Porter, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #309
NEWS SPECIAL
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
COVID-19: A Year In Siouxland
KPTH
• Katie Copple, Producer
• Andrew Rogers, Reporter
• Diana Castillo, Anchor
• Jacob Heller, Reporter
• Larry Wentz, Reporter
• Vivian Rennie, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
An Unprecedented Year: Living in a Pandemic
WDAY
• Thor Thompson, Producer
• Kerstin Kealy, Anchor/Producer
• Dana Mogck, Anchor/Producer
• Noah Smith, Director
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Matt Henson, Reporter
• Nick Broadway, Reporter
• Drew Trafton, Reporter
• Norm Bell, Photographer
• Jeff Nelson, News Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Derek Chauvin Trial on CBSN Minnesota
WCCO
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Joe Tamburino, Legal Analyst
• Joseph Donovan, Producer
• Nick Lentz, Producer
• Jessica Enwesi, Producer
• Samantha Fischer, Producer
• Addie Chernow, Director
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
• Arthur Phillips, Photographer
• Christiane Cordero, Reporter
• Mark Erb, Photographer
• Shayla Reaves, Anchor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Power to Change: The Legacy of George Floyd
KARE
• Nicole Muehlhausen Young, Producer
• Monika Diaz, Executive Producer
• Reid Bolton, Photojournalist
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Deevon Rahming, Reporter
• Charmaine Nero, Reporter
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• Jennifer Hoff, Reporter
• Kiya Edwards, Reporter
CATEGORY #401
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Parking Lot Pandemic Concerts
WCCO
• Marielle Mohs, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
One Last Dance for Dad
WDAY
• Matt Henson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
They call him the photo doc
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tunnel Vision
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Adam Carter, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Arts in the Age of COVID
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Producer
• Craig Norkus, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #402
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
BRAVO: Let's Hear it for the Arts
Estuary Motion Studios
• Israel Lopez, Producer
• Katherine Dietrich, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound - Portrait of a Photographer
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Producer/Writer
• Ben Elling, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drag Performers Share Their Experiences Working During the Pandemic: Covid Confessions
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer/Director/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inked
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
CATEGORY #403
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Art of Resistance
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kevin Russell, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wish You Were Here: Stone Church
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Eliza Blue, Producer/Host
• Christian Begeman, Videographer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Making of Tuscaloosa in Minnesota
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kyle Walczak, Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Jason Show
KMSP
• Jeffrey Orcutt, Executive Producer
• Ted Johnsen, Producer
• Jason Matheson, Host
• Kendall Mark, Co-Host
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Eric Sturm, Photographer
• Robert King, Editor
CATEGORY #404
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Take KARE of Your Money
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Producer
• Rieta Buttaro Mikkelsen, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eau Claire Connection to Charlie Berens
WQOW
• Katie Phernetton, Journalist
• Chris Hoyt, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Foodski
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Elias Johnson Reports
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Photographer/writer/editor
CATEGORY #405
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
S&S Bait Co. Sisters
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Insect Cuisine
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Bret Amundson, Host
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Max Grabow, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Grocery Workers Share Their Experiences Working During the Pandemic: Covid Confessions
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer/Director/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Market to Market #4638 (May 7/2021)
Iowa PBS
• David Miller, Executive Producer
• Josh Buettner, Producer
• John Torpy, Producer
• Peter Tubbs, Producer
• Colleen Krantz, Producer
• Paul Yeager, Producer/Host
• Kevin Rivers, Technical Director
• Neal Kyer, Video
• Jim Leasure, Audio
CATEGORY #406
CRIME - NEWS (SINGLE SHIFT)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Makayla's 13th Birthday
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
• Adam Jukkola, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Wheelie Boys
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Separated At Birth No Longer
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Dumping Ground
KELO
• Angela Kennecke, Reporter
• Tory Stolen, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Firkus Framing
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• David Peterlinz, Producer
CATEGORY #407
CRIME - NEWS (NO TIME LIMIT)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Policing for Profit
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Investigative Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cop House
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justifying the Force
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Investigative Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lost Souls
KSTP
• Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
• Ana Lastra, Investigative Producer
• Kirsten Swanson, Investigative Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
CATEGORY #409
CRIME - LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Trial of Derek Chauvin
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Host
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dakota Spotlight: The House on Sweet and Seventh
Click Content Studios
• Derek Fletcher, Photographer/Producer/Editor
• James Wolner, Writer/Producer/Narrator
• Cody Rogness, Producer
• Jim Manney, Executive Producer
• Mary Jo Hotzler, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #410
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Their Calling: Mr. White
KARE
• Shelley Stridsberg, Producer
• Kiya Edwards, Reporter
• Mitchell Yehl, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Special Needs Students Left Out
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Virtual Learning Curve
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Photographer/writer/editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anatomy of a Scandal
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer/Editor
• Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mrs. Klein's Greatest Lesson
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
CATEGORY #411
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Great River School's "Other" Classroom
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
They Care for the Horses
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Teachers Share Their Experiences Working During the Pandemic: Covid Confessions
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer/Director/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Into the Outdoors: Into Hunting and Conservation
Discover Mediaworks
• Mark Rose, Executive Producer
• Lisa Rose, Executive Producer
• Richard Rose, Co-Creator
• Mark McNease, Co-Creator
• Jessica Murphy, Producer
• Andreina Patilliet, Producer/Marketing
• Teddy Maier, Videographer
• Sam Troz, Editor
CATEGORY #413
CHILDREN/YOUTH/TEEN
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kids With Courage: Nathan
KTTC
• Caitlin Alexander, Reporter
• Andrew Murphy, Photographer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
All About the Youth
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Acts of Resilience - Courage (Peter and the Wolf)
Iowa PBS
• Theresa Knight, Producer
• Cameron McCoy, Producer/Director
• Phil Blobaum, Camera Operator
• Darrin Clouse, Camera Operator
• Scott Faine, Camera Operator/Lighting
• Kevin Rivers, Camera Operator
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• David Feingold, Audio
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Neal Kyer, Video
• Phong Duong, Graphics
• Brent Willett, Graphics
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MinneHistory PSA Series
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Writer/Producer
• Brianna Bergin, Narrator
• Carrie Clark, Producer/Editor/Motion Graphics
• Anne Guttridge, Production Assistant
• Leslie Barlow, Original Art
• Julie Censullo, Production Manager
• Eric Pagel, Sound Mix
• Katie O'Rourke, Archival Producer
CATEGORY #414
SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Un-Frog-getable
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Editor/Photographer
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Troubled Taps
WKBT
• Amy DuPont, Producer/Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Take KARE of Your Money: When Do Electric Cars Start Saving You Money?
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Producer
CATEGORY #415
SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - SHORT OR LONG FROM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Paha Sapa Grotto
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Tom Nieman, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Water: The Oil of Our Century
SWCTC
• Mark Martinez, Executive Producer
• Justin Atkinson, Director/Lead Editor
• Ann Schweisguth, Director/Editor
• Alaina Myers, Writer/Camera
• Brian Schmidt, Director Of Photography
• Lonnie Garland, Director Of Photography
• Bob McSherry, Camera
• Pedro Hernandez, Animator
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ginger's Conservation Legacy
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Max Grabow, Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Assistant Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
To Clean An Island...
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Troy Knechtel, Editor
CATEGORY #416
HEALTH/MEDICAL - NEWS (SINGLE SHIFT)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Covid Homecoming
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Cost of COVID-19
WKBT
• Jordan Fremstad, Reporter/Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Inside Regions
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
CATEGORY #417
HEALTH/MEDICAL - NEWS (NO TIME LIMIT)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
In The Red
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Pattern of Denial
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
COVID's Toll on Long-Term Care
KARE
• Karla Hult, Anchor/Reporter/Producer
• Jason Steussy, Photojournalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Less Lethal
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE II Explain: Vaccines
KARE
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Producer
CATEGORY #418
HEALTH/MEDICAL - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
1 Heart/2 Iowa Families Forever Connected
New Tribe Media
• Sam Hoyle, Director/Producer
• Alex Feilmeier, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brian's Story
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• David Brown, Producer
• Brian Shawn, Associate Producer
• Jody Norstedt, Associate Producer
• Jack Neisen, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Nurses Share Their Experiences Working During The Pandemic: Covid Confessions
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Joelle's Journey to a New Heart
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
• Jason Howland, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lessons from COVID-19: Disability Rights Activist
PBS North
• Ramona Marozas, Multiplatform Producer/Writer
• Lance Haavisto, Photographer/Editor
• Dawn Mikkelson, Executive Producer
• Greg Grell, Senior Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A New Life with Phage Therapy
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
• Vivien Williams, Reporter
• Susan Murphy, Writer
CATEGORY #419
HEALTH/MEDICAL - LONG FORM FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Reflections on the Pandemic
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer/Editor
• Jon Hallberg/MD, Creator
• Miles Painter, Online Editor
• Brennan Vance, Offline Editor
• Ezra Gold, Offline Editor
• Eric Pagel, Audio Sweetening
• Slade Kemmet, Camera
• Jennilee Park, Field Audio
• Scott Trotman, Camera
• Jim Kron, Camera
• Julie Censullo, Line Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
So Many Goodbyes: An Alzheimer's Journey
KARE
• Karla Hult, Anchor/Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photographer-Editor
CATEGORY #420
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Carnival Worker
KARE
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• Jason Steussy, Drone Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Spokeman-Recorder
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Secrets In Pine County
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brad Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Story Of Resilience: Minnesota And The 1918 Flu
WCCO
• Aki Nace, Producer/Writer/Editor
• Amelia Santaniello, Voice
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Reconnecting Rondo
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
• Josh Grenier, Producer
CATEGORY #421
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Supper Club
PBS North
• Matthew Koshmrl, Producer/Director/DP
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Intersections: Susana Pelayo-Woodward
PBS North
• Tomas Soderberg, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Dawn Mikkelson, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
We Come From The Stars
PBS North
• Missy Whiteman, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Worn Within: Hmong Paj Ntaub
Twin Cities PBS
• Susan Thao, Producer/Director/Host
• Carrie Clark, Editor/Animations
• Eric Pagel, Audio Sweetening
• Maria Ahrens, Illustrations
• Ben Malley, Graphics
• Kristen Blekum, Line Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
An Inspirational Hike
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Wild Rice
Prairie Public
• Andy Garske, Producer
CATEGORY #422
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Trailheads: The Oregon Trail’s Origins
MinnMax
• Ben Hanson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
In This Place: New Horizons
PBS North
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
• Dawn Mikkelson, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Small Town Girl
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Lost Twin Cities 5
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Writer/Producer/Director
• Katie O'Rourke, Producer
• Brad Keely, Editor
• Don Shelby, Narrator
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Ben Malley, Art Direction
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Joe Demko, Audio Mix
• Anne Guttridge, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Return to Skid Row
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Brad Keely, Editor
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Audio Sweetening
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Alyssa Franklin Fuller, Media Assets
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Executive Producer
• Julie Censullo, Line Producer
• Miranda Harincar, Production
CATEGORY #424
LIFESTYLE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Life in the Uplands
Ron Schara Productions
• Travis Frank, Producer
• Kyle Heidenreich, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound - Eagle Hang Gliding
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer
• Bill Sherck, Host
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Carving Fate: Journey of a Luthier
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The New Melting Pot of America
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kevin Russell, Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mini Machinary: Wesley Thompson
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Relish
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Yia Vang, Host
• Carrie Clark, Online Editor
• Eric Pagel, Post Production Audio
• Adam Geiger, Producer
CATEGORY #425
MILITARY - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Operation Safety Net
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Investigative Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
• Monty Stuempert, Photojournalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mickey goes the Distance
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bloodline of Service
WQOW
• Shannon Hoyt, Journalist
• Chris Hoyt, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Veterans Denied Benefits During Pandemic
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Small Town Hearts
WCCO
• Nick Lunemann, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #426
MILITARY - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Armed with Language
Twin Cities PBS
• Katie O'Rourke, Director/Producer
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Executive Producer
• Anne Guttridge, Producer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Terry Gray, Audio Sweetening
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• David Mura, Writer
• Carrie Clark, Motion Graphics Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fifteen Minutes Ago: A Vietnam War Story
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer/Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Siouxland Freedom Park: History and Healing
KTIV
• Keith Bliven, Producer
• Matt Breen, Reporter
• Brett Funke, Photographer
• Al Joens, Reporter
• Taylor Dermit, Production
• David Washburn, Graphics
• Bridget Breen, Producer
• Michaela Feldmann, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vaccinating veterans
Sanford Health News
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Lonnie Nichols, Videographer
• Katie Foutz, Producer
• Ann Nachtigal, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wings of Valor
Sanford Health News
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Lonnie Nichols, Videographer
• Katie Foutz, Producer
• Ann Nachtigal, Producer
CATEGORY #428
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - NEWS (NO TIME LIMIT)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
AstroTurf Candidates
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• John Michael, Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
• Brad Swagger, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
State of Resignation
KSTP
• Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
• Ryan Raiche, Investigative Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Last in Line
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
CARE$ Accountability
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Investigative Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer/Editor
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer/Editor
• Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sign Me Up
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #429
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Restaurant Workers Share Their Experiences with Shutdown Mandates: Covid Confessions
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Producer/Director/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Get the Lead Out
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On The Job
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Scott Neal, Host
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Political Reporter Mary Lahammer
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Reporter
CATEGORY #430
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCAU 9 Election Night 2020
KCAU
• Kayla Samek, Producer
• Sophie Erber, Anchor
• Tim Seaman, Anchor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
State of Minnesota Virtual Veterans Day Program
SnowGlobe Public Relations
• Bruce Meyers, Cinematographer/Editor/Producer/Drone Operator
• Anna Long, Producer
• Kevin Olson, Producer
• Anne Sonnee, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Almanac at the Capitol
Twin Cities PBS
• Kari Kennedy, Series Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Reporter
• Scott Trotman, Director/Videographer
• Alauna Yust, Segment Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Black Lives Matter in Iowa
Roske Productions/LLC
• Brent Roske, Producer/ Host
CATEGORY #431
WEATHER - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG-TV9: August 10th Derecho Coverage
KCRG
• Aaron Hepker, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Snowy October To March Melt
KMSP
• Melissa Martz, Photojournalist
• Karen Scullin, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Disaster Divide: Stories of vulnerable Iowans after the derecho storm
WOI
• Eva Andersen, Video Journalist
• Kelsey Hammer-Parks, Video Journalist
• Ryan Scott, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Power of Petrichor
KPTH
• Katie Nickolaou, Meteorologist/Reporter
CATEGORY #432
WEATHER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Marshalltown Tornado: In Their Own Words
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Producer/Editor/Meteorologist
• Rebecca Kopelman, Meteorologist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Great Flood of 2011: 10 Years Later
KPTH
• Katie Copple, Producer
• Cat Taylor, Chief Meteorologist/Anchor
• Vivian Rennie, Meteorologist/Report
• Katie Nickolaou, Meteorologist/Reporter
• Jacob Heller, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Project Tornado
KTTC
• Victoria Carra, Producer
• Nick Jansen, Meteorologist/Anchor
• Andrew Murphy, Graphics/Video Editor
• Beret Leone, Reporter
• Amanda Morgan, Meteorologist
• Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
• Kamie Roesler, Reporter
• Sarah Gannon, Meteorologist
• Robert Pfeilsticker, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
First Alert Severe Weather Special
KSFY/KDLT
• Justin Wulf, Producer
• Philip Schreck, Meteorologist
• Tyler Roney, Meteorologist
• Aaron Doudna, Meteorologist
• Austin Haskins, Meteorologist
• Austin Goss, Reporter
CATEGORY #502
SPORTS STORY - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
And They’re Off!
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Supernatural Strength: Dakota State Women's Basketball Triumphs Through Tragic Death Of Beloved Mentor
KSFY/KDLT
• Zachary Borg, Producer/Reporter
• Dave Hauck, Photographer
• Adam Huntimer, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Abundance of Riches
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Simley Rolls to State Title
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Adam Carter, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Osseo gymnast overcomes Goltz Syndrome to compete - Andy Mac
KARE
• Andy McDonnell, Reporter
CATEGORY #503
SPORTS STORY - SHORT & LONG FORM CONTENT 
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Driven: Lance Christensen Jr.
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• David Brown, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lights on Heroes for the Home Opener
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Sam Henschen, Producer
• Andrew Halverson, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Jim Bothun, Photographer
• Dave Pratt, Photographer
• Dick Bremer, Narrator
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kettle River Rafting
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Bret Amundson, Host/Editor
• Dylan Curfman, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond Our Ice - Ready for Game 7
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Brandon McCauley, Cinematographer
• Paul Loomis, Executive Producer
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine - No Bad Days: Hunter Pinke
Midco Sports
• Alex Heinert, Producer
• Jeremy Klein, Photographer
• Marty Mueller, Photographer
CATEGORY #504
SPORTS PROGRAM - LIVE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Twins Live
Bally Sports North
• Rick Palermo, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Annie Sabo, Host
• Dick Bremer, Host
• Glen Perkins, Analyst
• Roy Smalley, Analyst
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wolves Live
Bally Sports North
• Rick Palermo, Producer
• Brent Rieland, Producer
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Annie Sabo, Host
• Dave Benz, Host
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Kevin Lynch, Analyst
• Rebekkah Brunson, Analyst
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wild Live
Bally Sports North
• Marsh Ness, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Audra Martin, Host
• Anthony LaPanta, Host
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Wes Walz, Analyst
• Ryan Carter, Analyst
• Gigi Marvin, Analyst
CATEGORY #505
SPORTS PROGRAM - POST-PRODUCED/EDITED
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Baseball in the Dominican - Twins Academy
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Marney Gellner, Narrator
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Becoming Wild - Playing Through A Pandemic
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Pete Keffer, Editor
• Brandon McCauley, Cinematographer
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
• Chad Gilmour, Video Animator
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: 100th Episode
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• David Brown, Producer
• Tom Nieman, Host
• Jay Elsen, Reporter
• Jeremy Klein, Producer
• Marty Mueller, Producer
• Alex Heinert, Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Voyage: Episode 02 - Season 02
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Director/Producer
• Ryan O'Neill, Producer
• Alex Miller, Producer
• Jordan Struck, Videographer
• Pat Fischer, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spotlight: Remembering Sid
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Anthony LaPanta, Host
CATEGORY #506
SPORTS - ONE-TIME SPECIAL
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bringing Hockey Home
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Chris Barriere, Producer
• Marko Zitzer, Cinematographer/Editor
• Paul Loomis, Executive Producer
• Robert Durland, Cinematographer
• Chad Gilmour, Graphic Animator
• Dusty Peterson, Cinematographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
45TV Celebrates High School Hockey
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, Producer
• Chris Long, Host
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota
Bally Sports North
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Marney Gellner, Host
• Mark Parrish, Analyst
• Katie Emmer, Host
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Wes Walz, Analyst
• Colleen Schreier, Producer
• Audra Martin, Host
• Ryan Carter, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
CATEGORY #507
LIVE SPORTING EVENT/GAME - SINGLE GAME/SERIES
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2021 Boys Hockey 2A State Championship - Eden Prairie vs. Lakeville South
KSTC
• Brian Monahan, Producer
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Taylor Stein, Producer/Editor
• Jim Erickson, Play-By-Play
• John Pohl, Studio Analyst
• Joe Schmit, Studio Host
• Lou Nanne, Color Analyst
• Sean Kelly, Technical Director
• Tim McDonough, Graphic Designer
• Jeff Ihlan, Graphic Artist/Operator
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2020-21 Timberwolves vs. Jazz Season Series
Bally Sports North
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Jordan Austin, Producer
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Dave Benz, Play-by-Play
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Lea B. Olsen, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Twins 2021 Home Opener
Bally Sports North
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Justin Morneau, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Jim Bothun, Producer/Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild 2021 (NHL Playoffs: Golden Knights vs Wild - Game 6)
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Wes Walz, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Tom Mee III, Graphics Operator
• Ted Allaire, Replay Operator
• Brad Zeimet, Audio Mixer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kenta Maeda Near No-Hitter
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Bert Blyleven, Analyst
• Audra Martin, Reporter
CATEGORY #601
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Esta Es Mi Casa - This Is My Home
Prairie Public
• Matt Olien, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Coming To Mni Sota
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Leya Hale, Producer/Offline Editor
• Ezra Gold, Editor
• Ryan Klabunde, Offline Editor
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Terry Gray, Audio Sweetening
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Director
• Julie Censullo, Line Producer
• Anne Guttridge, Production
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Unweaving
PBS North
• Megan McGarvey, Director
• KATIE LINDOW, Editor
CATEGORY #602
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rivertown
WLAX
• Paul Bjorge, Producer/Director Of Photography
• Tyler Ike, Producer/Director
• Tori Charnetzki, Producer/Director
• Wyatt Matson, Producer/Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Forgotten War: Iowans in Korea
Iowa PBS
• David Miller, Producer/Director/Executive Producer
• Neal Kyer, Editor
• David Feingold, Audio
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Steve Carns, Videographer
• Phong Duong, Graphics
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
• Peter Dean, Narrator
• Tiffany Hill, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Red River Flood
Media 523
• David Kuznicki, Producer
• Brian Katona, Producer
• Eric Althoff, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Citizen
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Writer/Producer
• Katie O'Rourke, Producer
• Jim Kron, Director Of Videography
• AJ Williams, Videographer
• Jennilee Park, Field Audio
• Carrie Clark, Editor/Motion Graphics
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor/Colorist
• Eric Pagel, Audio Mix
• Leslie Barlow, Original Art
• Sun Mee Chomet, Narrator
• Anne Gutridge, Editor
CATEGORY #603
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Life Autistic Documentary
Iowa PBS
• Judy Blank, Producer/Director/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• Neal Kyer, Editor
• Kevin Rivers, Editor
• Chad Aubrey, Post Production Audio
• Jim Leasure, Post Production Audio
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Joe Bustad, Graphic Artist
• Phong Duong, Graphic Artist
• Brent Willett, Graphic Artist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Patient No More
Twin Cities PBS
• Diana Fraser, Director
• Val Mondor, Online Editor
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Terry Gray, Audio Mixer
• Katie Lescarbeau, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A year without mom
StarTribune
• Renee Jones-Schneider, Photographer/editor/producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Education for Ogilgei Documentary
Ryan Morrison, LLC
• Ryan Morrison, Cinematographer/Editor
• Moses Bomett, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Say His Name: Five Days for George Floyd
Twin Cities PBS
• Cy Dodson, Director/Editor
• Charlie McCarron, Composer
• Stephen Letnes, Composer
• Alzie Ramsey, Composer
• Ezra Gold, Colorist
• Lindsey Seavert, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Decoding the Driftless
Sustainable Driftless/Inc.
• Timothy Jacobson, Producer
• George Howe, Producer
• Rob Nelson, Producer
• Jonas Stenstrom, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
6 Days in May: A WCCO Original Production
WCCO
• Jodi Oelfke, Director/Editor
• Sean Skinner, Director/Director Of Photography
• Seth Gow, Director Of Photography
• Sam Gullickson, Director Of Photography
• Rob Haffner, Lighting
• Sev Pearman, Lighting
• Scott Wooldridge, Lighting
• DeRonn Greseth, Engineer
• Jeff Turner, Engineer
• Liza Goncharova, Graphic Design
• Michael Dow, Graphic Design
• Barron Whittet, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Iowa Derecho: In Their Own Words
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Producer/Meteorologist
• Rebecca Kopelman, Meteorologist
• Sara Flynn, Meteorologist
• Kristen Hamilton, Producer
• Scott Zimdar, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #604
MAGAZINE PROGRAM
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making It: Start Up
PBS North
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer/Director
• Steven Ash, Senior DP/Editor
• Tomas Soderberg, Photographer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota Life: Postcard from Hot Springs
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Melissa Sievers, Producer
• Paul Ebsen, Editor
• Larry Rohrer, Host
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rides with Jay Thomas
Click Content Studios
• Cody Rogness, Photographer/Producer/Editor
• Derek Fletcher, Photographer/Producer/Editor
• Jay Thomas, Host/Producer
• Jaryn Homiston, Editor
• Jim Manney, Executive Producer
• Mary Jo Hotzler, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Bound - Episode 953
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Director
• Aaron Achtenberg, Chief Photographer
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Ben Elling, Photographer
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photographer
• Troy Knechcel, Photographer
• Ron Schara, Writer
• Laura Schara, Host/Writer
• Bill Sherck, Executive Producer
• Scott Fransen, Line Producer
• Jared Christie, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Discover Wisconsin/Road Trip: Turtle Lake and Barron County & Tales from the Trails: Northern Wisconsin
Discover Mediaworks
• Mark Rose, Executive Producer
• Lisa Rose, Executive Producer
• Jessica Murphy, Producer
• Matthew Edgar, Producer
• Teddy Maier, Cinematographer
• Andrew Natvig, Cinematographer
• Brandon Sveum, Cinematographer/Editor
• Sam Troz, Editor
• David Janus, Audio Engineer
• Mariah Haberman, Host
• Eric Paulsen, Host
CATEGORY #605
PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAM
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Conspiracy Theory Casualties
WOI
• Eva Andersen, Producer
• Zach Sommers, Producer
• Sarah Beckman, Reporter
• Stephanie Angleson, Anchor
• Chris Hansen, Photojournalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Josiah
Carlini Entertainment
• Joe Carlini, Director/Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Jodi Ritacca, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tomorrow Together
StarTribune
• Mark Vancleave, Producer
• Alexis Allston, Producer/Host
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vets Hunt and Ag-based Solar Cells
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Bret Amundson, Host/Editor
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond the Badge
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #606
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Facing Race Awards
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Brennan Vance, Photographer/Editor
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Jennilee Park, Field Audio
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Eric Pagel, Post-Production Audio
• Jon Van Amber, Graphic Artist
• Montana Scheff, Producer
• Kristen Blekum, Line Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Funeral of Iowa State Patrol Sergeant Jim Smith
KWWL
• Trevor Oates, Producer
• DJ Stewart, Producer
• Ron Steele, Anchor
• Abby Turpin, Anchor
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
• Diego Hernandez, Reporter
• Collin Dorsey, Reporter
• Taylor Vessel, Reporter
• Kennedy DeRaedt, Video Journalist
• Daniel Hampe, Chief Photographer
• Jordan Rottinghaus, Photographer
• Alan Slaughter, Chief Engineer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rotary Lights 2020
WXOW
• Travis Judell, Executive Producer
• Brittany Rau, Producer
• Elizabeth Briggson, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KS95's 8th Annual Largest Clouds Choir for a Cause
Atomic K Records & Productions
• Karl Demer, Producer/Director/Editor
• Dan Seeman, Producer
• Todd Randall, Videographer
• Mark Walentiny, Videographer
• Jonathan Krejci, Lighting
CATEGORY #607
ENTERTAINMENT - SHORT FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vocal Essence - "Seasons of Love"
Blue Key Media
• Dan West, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Thousand Acres - Des Moines Metro Opera
Estuary Motion Studios
• Israel Lopez, Director
• Katherine Dietrich, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
JDIFF - The Sponsors
DreamCatcher Productions
• Tim Connery, Producer/Director/Writer/Editor
• Jon Van Allen, Producer
• Jackson Gango, Cinematographer/Colorist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
JDIFF Year 2021
DreamCatcher Productions
• Tim Connery, Producer/Director/Writer/Editor
• Kristian Day, Producer
• Fernando Castillo, Videographer
• Jackson Gango, Cinematographer
CATEGORY #608
ENTERTAINMENT - LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This is Minnesota Orchestra: Musical Menagerie
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Producer
• Joel Mooney, Technical Director
• Sarah Hicks, Conductor/Host And Writer
• Adam Romey, Score Reader
• Michael Murnane, Lighting Designer
• Ezra Gold, Editor
• Jay Perlman, Head Sound Engineer
• Don Hughes, Stage Manager
• Jessi Ryan, Director Of Education/Community Engagement & Writer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Jim Kron, Camera
• Diana Fraser, Production Manager
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This is Minnesota Orchestra: Remembrance and Reflection
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh Rowe, Producer
• Joel Mooney, Technical Director
• Sarah Hicks, Host/Writer
• Michael Murnane, Lighting Designer
• Jay Perlman, Head Sound Engineer
• Ezra Gold, Editor
• Don Hughes, Stage Producer
• Matt Winiecki, Stage Producer
• Jim Pfitzinger, Audio Engineer
• Nayif Abuteyah, Engineer
• Mark Payne, Engineer
• Frank Merchlewitz, Digital Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Welcome Christmas with VocalEssence
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Director
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Terry Gray, Sound Design/Mix
• Paul Guthrie, Lighting Design
• Jennie Reedquist, Scenic Design
• Abdifatah Abdi, Producer
• Jon Van Amber, Graphic Design
• Jennilee Park, Audio
• Adam Geiger, Producer
CATEGORY #609
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Greetings from Iowa - Autumn Weaver
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tapping the Sugar Bush
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eight Seconds: One Fatal Distraction
Minnesota Department of Public Safety
• Joshua Knodle, Chief Videographer/Editor/Graphic Designer
• Scott Wasserman, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
At the Table Series
Twin Cities PBS
• Alauna Yust, Producer
• Susan Thao, Producer
• Carrie Clark, Editor
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Eric Pagel, Audio
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Terry Gray, Audio/Post-Production
• Ann Pavlish, Graphic Designer
• Nastja Nykaza, Media Assets
• Alyssa Fuller, Media Assets
• Adam Geiger, Producer
CATEGORY #610
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Project Community
KCCI
• Rheya Spigner, Producer/Host
• Amy Schmelzer, Technical Producer/Editor
• Elgin Rucker, Producer/Host
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Enough Said
KMSP
• Lori Fisher, Executive Producer
• Dan Barreiro, Host
• Justin Gaard, Host
• Rob King, Editor
• Christine Bastolich, Director
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Quality Bluegills
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Bret Amundson, Host/Editor
• Dylan Curfman, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Posted Up with Ryan Carter--Chirps Only
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Brandon McCauley, Producer
• Ryan Carter, Host
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The First Juror To Speak - Chauvin Trail
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Photojournalist
• Leah Beno, Reporter
CATEGORY #701
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Black History Month
KMSP
• Samy Vernet, Producer/Director/Editor
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• David Pint, Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Puppets Mask Up For COVID-19
Lakeville Government Television
• Jim Schiffman, Producer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A New Kind of Record
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
CATEGORY #702
NEWS PROMOTION - TOPICAL
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Commitment 2020
KCCI
• Andrew Bridgewater, Producer
• Leia Bacuyag, Writer/Producer
• Kathy Wiseman, Writer/Producer
• Mark Peterson, Writer/Producer
• Nathan White, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Your Eyewitness to History
KSTP
• Kevin Salo, Producer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE TO VOTE
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Producer
• Dan Crowe, Producer
• Michael Scheuermann, Producer
• Travis Kobs, Producer
• David Mahlman, Designer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Delta-8
KMSP
• Brandon Middlesworth, Producer
• David Pint, Producer
• Burke Daneman, Producer
CATEGORY #703
NEWS PROMOTION - IMAGE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa's News Now WeatherFirst Image
KGAN/KFXA
• Darrin Fullerton, Writer/Producer
• Aaron Gerhardt, Photographer/Drone Pilot
• Scott Zimdar, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Verdict Reaction from the Trial of Derek Chauvin
KMSP
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• Michelle Truax, Producer/Editor
• David Pint, Producer
• Samy Vernet, Producer
• Brandon Middlesworth, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa's News Now - Derecho Coverage Image
KGAN/KFXA
• Darrin Fullerton, Writer/Producer/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sunrise: Guy Brown Launch
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Producer
• Travis Kobs, Producer
• Dan Crowe, Producer
• Michael Scheuermann, Producer
CATEGORY #704
PROGRAM/IMAGE PROMOTION (SINGLE SPOT)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
45TV 20th Anniversary - Bob's Burgers
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, Producer/Voice Talent
• Joni Bria, Graphic Designer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Parable of the two candles
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Producer
• Travis Kobs, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Show Image – Let's Make It a Good Day
KMSP
• Michelle Truax, Producer/Director
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Art Director/Producer
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• David Pint, Producer/Cinematographer
• Ally Bell, Producer
• Samy Vernet, Cinematographer
• Joshua Blackburn, Producer
CATEGORY #705
SPORTS PROMOTION
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Unite The North
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Alex Miller, Lead Producer
• Nate Vaughn, Producer
• Darius Smith, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Erin Swartz, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Storied History
KMSP
• David Pint, Producer/Editor
• Burke Daneman, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Timberwolves - 2021 Jersey Reveal
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Director
• Paul Winkles, Director
• Kyle Moe, Cinematographer
• Erik Nelson, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #706
COMMERCIAL
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Warner's Dock - 007 Goes Fishin'
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jumer's Casino Commercial Campaign
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Producer
• Jon Liebl, Producer
• Christina Amys, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Treated By TRIA Campaign
HealthPartners
• Tina Long, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
AEP Testimonials Campaign
HealthPartners
• Tina Long, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Avtex - Great CX Doesn't Happen by Accident
Blue Key Media
• Dan West, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Cheers to 60 Years
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Alex Miller, Director
• Erin Swartz, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #801
TALENT - ANCHOR - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Belanger - Clinic Mass Shooting Breaking News
KSTP
• Matt Belanger, Anchor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jason DeRusha Morning Anchor
WCCO
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Katie Phernetton Composite
WQOW
• Kathryn Phernetton, Anchor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Anchor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lauren Leamanczyk Composite
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Anchor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Breen Composite
KTIV
• Matt Breen, Anchor
CATEGORY #802
TALENT - ANCHOR - WEATHER
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Trobec
KELO
• Jay Trobec, Weather Anchor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lydia Blume Composite
WDAY
• Lydia Blume, Meteorologist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Meteorologist Lisa Meadows
WCCO
• Lisa Meadows, Meteorologist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Meteorologist Nick Stewart Composite
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Meteorologist Robert Suhr Composite
KXMB
• Robert Suhr, Meteorologist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justin Liles Weather Composite
WDIO
• Justin Liles, Chief Meteorologist
CATEGORY #803
TALENT - ANCHOR - SPORTS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Owen Siebring
KPTH
• Owen Siebring, Sports Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Andrew Rogers Composite
KPTH
• Andrew Rogers, Sports Anchor/Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Keith Murphy - Sports Anchor
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Anchor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Norman Seawright III — Sports Talent Composite
WCCO
• Norman Seawright, Anchor/Producer
CATEGORY #804
TALENT - REPORTER LIVE OR DAILY NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sharon Yoo Reporter Composite
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rasmussen: Accountability on a Deadline
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Boyd Huppert Daily Reporting
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Mayerle
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heidi Wigdahl Composite: April 2021
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
CATEGORY #805
TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jared Christie Host Destination Polaris
Ron Schara Productions
• Jared Christie, Host
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jana Shortal
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Host/Moderator
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Laura Schara Host Minnesota Bound
Ron Schara Productions
• Laura Schara, Host/Writer/Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Host Mary Lahammer
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Moderator
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bret Amundson - Prairie Sportsman Host
Pioneer PBS
• Bret Amundson, Host
CATEGORY #806
TALENT - PLAY-BY-PLAY/ANALYST
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wes Walz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Wes Walz, Analyst
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justin Morneau Composite
Bally Sports North
• Justin Morneau, Analyst
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brian Shawn Composite
Midco Sports
• Brian Shawn, On Air Talent
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jim Petersen Composite
Bally Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dave Benz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Dave Benz, Play-by-Play
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Anthony LaPanta Composite
Bally Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alex Heinert Composite
Midco Sports
• Alex Heinert, Play-by-Play
CATEGORY #807
LIVE NEWS PRODUCER
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mike Verlo Composite
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nicole Muehlhausen Young
KARE
• Nicole Muehlhausen Young, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Katie Copple Composite
KPTH
• Katie Copple, Producer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ellie Coatar Producing Composite
KARE
• Ellie Coatar, Producer
CATEGORY #809
WRITER - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Hanson - This Is Iowa
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eva's Writing: The Brilliant Baker and Courting During COVID
WOI
• Eva Andersen, Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Karla Hult Composite
KARE
• Karla Hult, Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz Writing Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Writer
CATEGORY #810
WRITER - CONTENT (NON-NEWS)
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Man About The Woods
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Know Your Adversary Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Cy Amundson, Writer
• GH Ridpath, Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Daniel Pierce Bergin Writer composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Writer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Red River Flood
Media 523
• David Kuznicki, Writer
• Eric Althoff, Writer
CATEGORY #812
GRAPHIC ARTS – MOTION GRAPHICS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Connected: The SKOLOL Special
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Glenn Gracia, Animator
• GH Ridpath, GFX
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MC22 Sports Opens Composite
Mediacom, MC22
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphic Designer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Arthur Kuh - Minnesota Vikings Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Arthur Kuh, Motion Graphics
CATEGORY #813
GRAPHIC ARTS - VISUAL EFFECTS/COMPOSTING
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Timberwolves - 2021 Jersey Reveal
Triglass Productions
• Ben Pimlott, VFX Artist
• Chris Schultz, 3D Artist
CATEGORY #814
DIRECTOR - NEWSCAST
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL News at 6
KWWL
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
45th President Flown To Walter Reed Hospital
KTIV
• Trevor Huber, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Addison Chernow Composite
WCCO
• Addie Chernow, Director
CATEGORY #815
DIRECTOR - LIVE OR RECORDED LIVE
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matthew J. Gangl Composite
Bally Sports North
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Director - Twins Live
Bally Sports North
• Michael Malmgren, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
George Floyd Memorial Service
KARE
• Amy Strande, Director
CATEGORY #816
DIRECTOR - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
LUMINARY 2021 Director Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nurses Share Their Experiences Working During the Pandemic: Covid Confessions
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Timberwolves - 2021 Jersey Reveal
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Director
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Freshwater trailer
515 Productions
• Ian Planchon, Director
CATEGORY #817
EDITOR - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tommy Platek Composite
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eva's editing: QAnon/the insurrection & personal fallout
WOI
• Eva Andersen, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dylan's Editing
KSTP
• Dylan Jacobson, Editor/Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Steussy/Editor
KARE
• Jason Steussy, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Carly Danek Composite
KARE
• Carly Danek, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Devin Krinke Edits
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Editor
CATEGORY #818
EDITOR - SPORTS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lights on Heroes
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Iowa GymHawks Royalty Promo
HawkVision Productions
• Christopher Ruth, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Driven: Lance Christensen Jr.
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jim Bothun Composite
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Editor
CATEGORY #819
EDITOR - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Parker Andersen - Editor
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
LUMINARY 2021 Editor Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nurses Share Their Experiences Working During the Pandemic: Covid Confessions
Fischr Media
• Alec Fischer, Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Alex Miller Editing Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Alex Miller, Editor
CATEGORY #820
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Gooden Composite
WOI
• Eric Gooden, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Carly Danek Composite
KARE
• Carly Danek, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Devin Krinke's Composite
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tommy Platek Composite
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Photographer
CATEGORY #821
PHOTOGRAPHER - SPORTS
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Driven: Lance Christensen Jr.
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Together As One - Hawkeye Football
HawkVision Productions
• Christopher Ruth, Cinematographer
CATEGORY #822
PHOTOGRAPHER - SHORT OR LONG FORM CONTENT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
LUMINARY 2021 Cinematographer Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Cinematographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
GSP Heritage Lake
Ron Schara Productions
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aaron Achtenberg Composite
Ron Schara Productions
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kevin Sullivan Photography Composite
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
CATEGORY #823
VIDEO ESSAY
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
4 seasons
KELO
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer/editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I live in a Cemetery
KMSP
• Bradley Swagger, Photojournalist/Editor
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
State of Our Sound
WQOW
• Chris Hoyt, Videographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
My suffering has great power Alexandria Priest shares ALS diagnosis story
KSFY/KDLT
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Seeds of Change
Edina TV
• Dan Carpenter, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #824
VIDEO JOURNALIST - SINGLE SHIFT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eva's MMJ Day-Turn Work
WOI
• Eva Andersen, Multimedia Journalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aaron Adelson MMJ
KARE
• Aaron Adelson, MMJ
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Solo and Social Distancing
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist
CATEGORY #825
VIDEO JOURNALIST - NO TIME LIMIT
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gordon Severson Composite
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Reporter/Photographer
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Derecho recovery/funeral postponement/and COVID Romance
WOI
• Eva Andersen, Multimedia Journalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
George Floyd: How protests sparked a Minneapolis community movement
StarTribune
• Mark Vancleave, Video Journalist
2021 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Sky Is The Limit
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Video Journalist
CATEGORY #01
OVERALL EXCELLENCE
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTIV-TV
KTIV
• Bridget Breen, General Manager
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KMSP-TV
KMSP
• Sheila Oliver, General Manager
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI-TV
KCCI
• Brian Sather, President/General Manager
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE-TV
KARE
• John Remes, General Manager
CATEGORY #02
NEWS EXCELLENCE
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KSTP-TV 5 Eyewitness News
KSTP
• Kirk Varner, News Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News
KCCI
• Allison Smith, News Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 News
KARE
• Stuart Boslow, Content Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota News Now
KSFY/KDLT
• Kevin King, News Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 News
KMSP
• Marian Kessler, News Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KBJR 6
KBJR
• Kevin Jacobsen, News Director
CATEGORY #03
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MN Nice - Fighting For Today - An Afternoon with Nur-D
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI Project CommUNITY: Half-Million Meal Challenge
KCCI
• Nathan White, Community Outreach Coordinator
CATEGORY #04
INTERACTIVE MEDIA
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Digital
KARE
• Lauren Olson, Digital Director
• Emily Haavik, Digital Managing Editor
• Jeremiah Jacobsen, Digital Video Manager
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WXOW COVID-19 Coverage
WXOW
• Kevin Millard, Social Media Digital Content Manager
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Commitment 2020 Iowa Caucus Chaos
KCCI
• Hope Wilson, Social Media Editor
• Sarah Muller, Digital Editor
• Jeremy Moser, Digital Media Manager
CATEGORY #05A
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 1-75)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Sunrise
KARE
• Corey Spencer, Executive Producer
• Jordy Foy, Producer
• Michelle Ngo, Producer
• Carissa Polo, Producer
• Gia Vang, Anchor
• Kris Laudien, Anchor
• Alicia Lewis, Anchor
• Laura Betker, Meteorologist
• Alex Hagan, Reporter
• Kiya Edwards, Reporter
• Jacob Rowe, Director
• Meghan Scott, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chaos, Confusion & No Conclusion
KCCI
• Ellie Mirmazaheri, Executive Producer
• Eric Hanson, Anchor
• Rheya Spigner, Anchor
• Alyx Sacks, Anchor
• Tommie Clark, Reporter
• Kelley Moody, Meteorologist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Floyd Protest: Twin Cities Burn
KSTP
• Nicole Roddy, Executive Producer
• Kyle Johnson, Senior Producer
• Ryan Odeen, Producer
• Paul Lockwood, Producer
• Troy Neumann, Producer
• Aarik Woods, Producer
• Megan Newquist, Anchor
• Chris Egert, Anchor
• Ashley Zilka, Reporter
• Ben Henry, Reporter
• Josie Smith, Traffic Reporter
• Ken Barlow, Meteorologist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 Eyewitness News Midday: George Floyd
KSTP
• Matt Belanger, Anchor
• Leah McLean, Anchor
• Ashley Zilka, Reporter
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Mitra Zolfaghari, Producer
CATEGORY #05B
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 76-120)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Friday in Fargo ft. Explosion
WDAY
• Sarah Rudlang, Anchor/Producer
• Drew Trafton, Executive Producer
• Betsy Harmsen, Producer
• Ben Rieke, Producer
• Amy Unrau, Anchor
• Emily Olson, Reporter
• Ryan Stacy, Photojournalist
• Andrew Nelson, Photojournalist
• Ben Amell, Production
• Hunter Currie, Production
• Jenna Webster, Producer
• Lydia Blume, Meterologist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midday In KELOLAND
KELO
• Krista Burns, Producer
• Brady Mallory, Anchor
• Kelli Volk, Reporter
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
• Tory Stolen, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KSFY Morning News - Tornado Aftermath
KSFY/KDLT
• Miranda Sundermann, Producer
• Josh Chilson, Executive Producer
• Troy Timmerman, Photojournalist
• Kamie Roesler, Anchor
• Colton Molesky, Reporter
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
• Matt Moes, Techincal Media Producer
• Jason Mitchell, Techincal Media Producer
CATEGORY #05C
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 121+)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hello Wisconsin 112719
WEAU
• Michelle Clemens, Producer
• Tyler Mickelson, Anchor
• Amie Winters, Anchor
• Sarah Winkelmann, Reporter
• Mitchell Krisnik, Photographer
• Kelly Slifka, Meteorologist
• Dewey O'Flanagan, Director
• Matthew Seckora, Director
• Beau Harker, Master Control Operator
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MidDay 5-14-2020
WXOW
• Andrea Albers, Anchor/Producer
• Allante Walker, Producer
• Steve Bland, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ABC 6 News Good Morning
KAAL
• Jennie Hinz, Executive Producer
• Kay Fate, Producer
• Ross Becker, Anchor
• Brianna Cook, Anchor
• Jim Peterson, Meterologist
• Alice Keefe, Reporter/Photographer
• Talia Milavetz, Reporter/Photographer
• Brett Bachtle, Reporter/Photographer
• Miguel Octavio, Reporter/Photographer
• Blaise Keller, Meterologist/Reporter
• Garrett Short, Sports Reporter
• Quinton Dols, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KBJR 6 News Today
KBJR
• Ryan Haff, Anchor/Producer
• CeCe Gaines, Anchor
• Kevin Jacobsen, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #06A
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 1-75)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
After the Storm
KCCI
• John Hoyem, Producer
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Kurtis Gertz, Chief Meteorologist
• Ken Ambroson, Director
• Tommie Clark, Reporter
• Laura Terrell, Reporter
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
• Elgin Rucker, Reporter
• Todd Magel, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
• Cortney Kintzer, Photographer
• Steve Karlin, Anchor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 Eyewitness News Nightcast
KSTP
• Stacey Alletto, Senior Producer
• Alan Hoglund, Senior Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 News at 10
KARE
• Ellie Coatar, Producer
• Jennifer Griffin, Executive Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Randy Shaver, Anchor
• Deevon Rahming, Reporter
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
• Adam Jukkola, Photographer
• Reid Bolton, Photographer
• Trista Byerly, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 News at 5
KMSP
• Makayla Mladenovic, Senior Producer
• Lori Fisher, Executive Producer
• Rob Kerr, Director
• Amy Hockert, Anchor
• Kelcey Carlson, Anchor
• Randy Meier, Anchor
• Ian Leonard, Meteorologist
• Jim Rich, Anchor
• Theo Keith, Reporter
• Rob Olson, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WHO 13 News at 10
WHO
• Samantha Gronlund, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WCCO 4 News at 5:00
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Chris Shaffer, Meteorologist
• Dave Hillestad, Director
• Joe Kaczynski, Editor
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
• John Lauritsen, Reporter
• Liz Collin, Reporter
CATEGORY #06B
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 76-120)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fargo Riot
WDAY
• Thor Thompson, Executive Producer
• Kerstin Kealy, Anchor
• Dana Mogck, Anchor
• Jacob Anderson, Director
• Matt Henson, Reporter
• Andreas Haffar, Reporter
• Nick Broadway, Reporter
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Tanner Robinson, Photographer
• Derek Murray, Photographer
• Andrew Nelson, Photographer
• Jeff Nelson, News Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KSFY News at 6:00 - Sioux Falls Tornadoes
KSFY/KDLT
• Christopher Dexter, Producer
• Vanessa Gomez, Anchor
• Brian Allen, Anchor
• Troy Timmerman, Photojournalist
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
• Scott Engen, Reporter
• Erik Thorstenson, Reporter
• Beth Warden, Reporter
• Jonah Heisinger, Techincal Media Producer
• Philip Schreck, Meteorologist
• Jeffrey Cleland, Assignment Manager
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota News Now - George Floyd Protest in Sioux Falls
KSFY/KDLT
• Joshua Chilson, Producer
• Brian Allen, Anchor
• Carleen Wild, Reporter
• Troy Timmerman, Photojournalist
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
• Jenna LeMair, Reporter
• Jacob Cersosimo, Reporter
• Adam Huntimer, Photojournalist
• Kelsie Passolt, Anchor
• Zach Borg, Sports Anchor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL News at 6
KWWL
• Ron Steele, Anchor
• Abby Turpin, Anchor
• DJ Stewart, Producer
• Quinn Allen, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND News at 6
KELO
• Krista Burns, Producer
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor
• Brady Mallory, Reporter
• Dan Santella, Reporter
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Tory Stolen, Photographer
• Mike Simundson, Photographer
CATEGORY #06C
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 121+)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Winter storms impede Thanksgiving travel
KIMT
• Elizabeth Stay, Executive Producer
• Katie Lange, Anchor
• Chris Nelson, Chief Meteorologist
• Isabella Basco, Reporter
• Nick Kruszalnicki, Reporter
• Kaleb Gillock, Sports Director/Reporter
• Megan Tonn, Director
• Jaime Copley, News Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC News at 10
KTTC
• Victoria Carra, Producer
• Tom Overlie, Anchor
• Caitlin Alexander, Anchor
• Kamaria Braye, Reporter
• Ubah Ali, Reporter
• Pat Lund, Sports Anchor
• Timothy Strauss, Director
• Ian Babbitt, Audio
• Micah Hagen, Photojournalist
• Nick Jansen, Meteorologist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cows Swept Away during Historic SE MN Flooding
KAAL
• Jennie Hinz, Executive Producer
• Kay Fate, Producer
• Rachel Wick, Anchor
• Laura Lee, Anchor
• Chris Kuball, Chief Meterologist
• Talia Milavetz, Reporter/Photographer
• Brett Bachtle, Reporter/Photographer
• Chad Corey, Chief Photojournalist
• Brian Wise, Photojournalist
• Steven Dickerson, Editor
• Chelsi Heim, Director
• Terry Healy, Audio
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News 4 at Six September 11, 2019
KTIV
• Carl Norquist, Producer
• Trevor Huber, Director
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Stella Daskalakis Thurkill, Anchor
• Ron Demers, Chief Meteorologist
• Michaela Feldmann, Reporter
• Brad Pautsch, Sports Anchor
• Blake Branch, Content Manager
• Bridget Breen, Executive Producer
• Brett Funke, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Siouxland News at 10pm
KPTH
• Diana Castillo, News Director/Anchor
• Larry Wentz, Anchor
• Owen Siebring, Sports Director
• Katie Copple, Producer
• Jetske Wauran, Anchor/Reporter
• John Gerard, Chief Meteorologist
CATEGORY #07A
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT - SINGLE STORY
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
An Unexplained Death
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• John Michael, Producer
• Brad Swagger, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
On the U's Dime
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Investigative Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Senior Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The System
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brad Swagger, Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sex Trafficking: Judges Retrained
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Investigative Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Speed
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• John Michael, Producer
CATEGORY #07B
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT - SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Water Gremlin Lead Concerns
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Grant Verdon, Photographer
• Dave Chaney, Photographer
• Lewis Karpel, Editor
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I9 Investigation: School Bus Driver Records
KCRG
• Marlon Hall, Photographer
• Matt Wilde, Photographer
• Joshua Scheinblum, Chief Investigative Reporter
• Kyle Sleichter, Graphics
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Untested
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• Chad Nelson, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Investigates: Mission Critical
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Aaron Adelson, Photographer
CATEGORY #08
BREAKING NEWS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minneapolis Unrest
KARE
• Jennifer Griffin, Executive Producer
• Ellie Coatar, Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Randy Shaver, Anchor
• Danny Spewak, Reporter
• Deevon Rahming, Reporter
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
• Adam Jukkola, Photographer
• Reid Bolton, Photographer
• Ben Garvin, Photographer
• Amy Strande, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Riots in Downtown Fargo
KVLY
• Renee Nygren, Assistant News Director
• Ike Walker, News Director
• Mike Morken, Anchor
• Beth Hoole, Anchor
• Andrea Larson, Anchor
• Bailey Hurley, Reporter
• Kortney Lockey, Reporter
• Katie Aupperle, Reporter
• Joshua Peguero, Reporter
• Michael Downs, Photographer
• Alex Egan, Producer
• Zach Thompson, Director
• Marlee Crawford, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota News Now - Protests Turn Violent in Sioux Falls
KSFY/KDLT
• Justin Wulf, Producer
• Brian Allen, Anchor
• Carleen Wild, Reporter
• Troy Timmerman, Photojournalist
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
• Kelsie Passolt, Anchor
• Jacob Cersosimo, Reporter
• Jenna LeMair, Reporter
• Zach Borg, Reporter
• Tyler Johnson, Techincal Media Producer
• Anndrea Anderson, Executive Producer
• Jeffrey Cleland, Assignment Manager
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Protests in Des Moines
KCCI
• Steve Karlin, Anchor
• Beth Sorensen, Senior Producer
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Matt Spurlock, Director
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
• Laura Terrell, Reporter
• Beau Bowman, Reporter
• Cortney Kintzer, Photographer
• Kayla James, Reporter
• Adam Brower, Photographer
• Sarah Muller, Reporter
• Chris Gothner, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Peaceful Protests, Unrest & Arrests
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
• Jeff Wagner, Anchor
• Jennifer Mayerle, Anchor
• Tracy Perlman, Executive Producer
• David Schuman, Reporter
• Aaron Goodyear, Photographer
• Dave Charest, Photographer
• Mike Max, Reporter
• Tom Aviles, Photographer
• Will Greiner, Photographer
• Alex Palmer, Director
• Dave Hillestad, Robo/Director
CATEGORY #09
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
6 Days of Unrest In The Twin Cities
KSTP
• Kirk Varner, News Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Calls for Justice for George Floyd
WCCO
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Michael Verlo, Producer
• Leah Carr, Producer
• Jeff Wagner, Reporter
• Nick Lunemann, Photographer
• Dymanh Chhoun, Photographer
• NIck Streiff, Assignment Editor
• Kristopher Jobe, Producer
• Christiane Cordero, Reporter
• Joel Thurston, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mike Max & Photographers Continuing Coverage from the Frontlines
WCCO
• Mike Max, Reporter
• Will Greiner, Photographer
• Tom Aviles, Photographer
• Sean Skinner, Chief Photographer
• Chris Cruz, Photographer
• Arthur Phillips, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
In Search of Affordable Insulin
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Who's Watching Water Gremlin
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Lewis Karpel, Photographer
• Nick Lunemann, Photographer
• Grant Verdon, Photographer
• Mike Durenberger, Photographer
• Dymanh Chhoun, Photographer
• Dave Chaney, Photographer
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
• Joe Mears, Photographer
• Chris Cruz, Photographer
• Sam Jones, Photographer
• Arthur Phillips, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Unrest in the Twin Cities
KSTP
• Nicole Roddy, Executive Producer
• Kyle Johnson, Senior Producer
• Paul Lockwood, Producer
• Ryan Odeen, Producer
• Troy Neumann, Producer
• Aarik Woods, Producer
• Ashley Zilka, Reporter
• Ben Henry, Reporter
• Chris Egert, Anchor
• Megan Newquist, Anchor
• Caroline Rode, Producer
• Josie Smith, Traffic Reporter
CATEGORY #10A
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Northern Metal Recycling Fire
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Nick Lunemann, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Toxic Metal Fire
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Producer
• Danny Spewak, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Downtown Attacks
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Pandemic Can't Keep Couple Apart
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Samuel's Gift
KARE
• Jennifer Austin, Reporter
CATEGORY #10B
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - NO TIME LIMIT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Orphans
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Treasure Above, Riches Below
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• John Michael, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Maddy Gets Her Drug
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
They Called Me a Creeper
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
CATEGORY #11A
LIGHT FEATURE NEWS REPORT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Indy 300
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bull in a Nursing Home
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Glen Biermann, Photojournalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brick By Brick
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
• Casey Hooker, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bob & Lulu
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Demo Derby
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Adam Carter, Producer
CATEGORY #11B
SERIOUS FEATURE NEWS REPORT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Haley & Heather
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cemetery Dad
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Glen Biermann, Photojournalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sharenting
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
What Grieving Kids Want You To Know About Grief
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
No One Will Die Alone
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• Craig Norkus, Photographer
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Left Behind After Suicide
WEAU
• Bob Gallaher, Reporter
• Jeff Ralph, Photographer
• Zachary Prelutsky, Photographer
• Jesse Horne, Producer
• Corey Czekalski, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Finding Faith
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From Addict to Author
KPTH
• Jetske Wauran, Reporter
CATEGORY #12
CRIME - SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Dunlap Files
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Anoka Sheriff's Detective Evades Arrest
KMSP
• Courtney Godfrey, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photojournalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Digital Dragnet
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Senior Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Cop & the Shoplifter
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Violence On The Road
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• John Michael, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Land of 10,000 Second Chances
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photojournalist
• Steve Eckert, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #13A
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FF Band
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Andrew Nelson, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Master & the Protégé
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Zach's Magic Reaches Hollywood
KARE
• Karla Hult, Producer
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dreadwood Haunted Forest
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Adam Carter, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
PopUp Choir Gets Royal Treatment From Queen of England
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
• Josh Grenier, Producer
CATEGORY #13B
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
10 out of 10
AMPonStage, LLC
• Jay Olstad, Producer
• Shawn Engel, Photographer/Editor
• Tim Consdorf, Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota Life: Eúŋkičhetupi
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Jacqueline Hendry, Producer
• Krystal Schoenbauer, Videographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tylar Larsen: Growth Through Bravery
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer/Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Moment of Action
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Porchraits
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer/Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #13C
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - PROGRAM
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
One Last Song
Click Content Studios
• Cody Rogness, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Mary Jo Hotzler, Writer/Producer/Executive Producer
• Jim Manney, Producer/Executive Producer
• Derek Fletcher, Photographer/Graphics
• Ryan Lance, Producer
• Allan Rust, Producer
• Darren Rust, Producer
• Tim Kasper, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Delina White Fashion: Common Ground 1113
Lakeland PBS
• Scott Knudson, Producer/Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Becoming Wild - Ryan Donato
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Executive Producer
• Pat O'Connor, Producer
• Peter Keffer, Editor
• Dustin Peterson, Videographer
• Kevin Falness, Voice Talent
• Aaron Sickman, Production Coordinator
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents Bon Appétit!
Iowa PBS
• Judy Blank, Producer/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Chad Aubrey, Engineer In Charge
• Julie Knutson, Technical Director
• Neal Kyer, Video Engineer/Editor
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Kevin Rivers, Audio
• Phil Blobaum, Camera Operator
• Darrin Clouse, Camera Operator
• Scott Faine, Camera Operator
• Phong Duong, Graphic Artist
• Brent Willett, Graphic Artist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Signing Off
PBS North
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer/Director
• Steven Ash, Director Of Photograph/Editor
• Tomas Soderberg, Photographer
• Anthony Larson, Photographer
• Dawn Mikkelson, Broadcast Content Manager
CATEGORY #14
BUSINESS/CONSUMER: SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Trail of the Money Mule
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• Ben Garvin, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
In the Church's Name
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Senior Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Cup N' Saucer
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Take KARE of Your Money Composite
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Reporter
• Rieta Buttaro Mikkelsen, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bind Insurance
KARE
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
CATEGORY #15A
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MN at the Border: The Immigration Debate
KARE
• Karla Hult, Producer And Photographer
• Jason Steussy, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pandemic Profiteering
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Deciders: So Many Choices!
WHO
• Dave Price, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Deportation Business
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Investigative Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Senior Producer
• Ana Lastra, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Driving Test Delays
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
CATEGORY #15B
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Presidential politics at the State Fair: An Iowa tradition
Des Moines Register
• Kelsey Kremer, Photographer
CATEGORY #15C
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - PROGRAM
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL Caucus Night
KWWL
• Ron Steele, Anchor
• Abby Turpin, Anchor
• DJ Stewart, Producer
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
First in the Nation: An Iowa Caucus Special
KGAN/KFXA
• Michael Howell, Executive Producer
• Caroline Cummings, Reporter
• Christopher King, Anchor
• Nick Weig, Anchor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa's US Senate Democratic Forum
KWWL
• Ron Steele, Moderator
• Matt Breen, Moderator
• Stacy Horst, Moderator
CATEGORY #17A
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fight Like a Girl
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Disconnected
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
They Come From South
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breaking Point
WHO
• Dan Winters, Reporter
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #17B
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Unity Inc.
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Cara Hetland, Producer
• Andrew Bork, Videographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
This Free North
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Robert Edwards V, Producer
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Executive Producer
• Bradley Keely, Online Editor
• Amanda Reardon, Production Manager
• Diana Fraser, Production Manager
• Ryan Klabunde, Offline Editor
• Fatima Abdulahi, Production Coordinator
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Terry Gray, Audio Sweetening
• Jon Van Amber, Graphic Design
• Nastja Nykaza, Media Asset Specialist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KaBOOM Playground
UHC Newsroom - United HealthCare
• Rob Collett, Producer
• Sara Pelissero, Producer
• Marissa Adams, Producer
CATEGORY #18A
HEALTH - SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
So Many Goodbyes
KARE
• Karla Hult, Producer
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
I Touched Lives
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This is the Hope
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
• Jeff Olsen, Writer
• Susan Barber Lindquist, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Can't Afford To Live
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Riding Shotgun
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Producer
• Maury Glover, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Momo Twins
WOI
• Don Schmith, Photographer/Editor
• Sabrina Ahmed, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brave Ben
WHO
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Boxing Helps Parkinson's Patients 'Fight Back'
WDIO
• Baihly Warfield, Reporter
• Kyle Aune, Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Warrior Jake
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Swimmer still setting records despite heart disease
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
• Jason Howland, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Peter & the Three Muses
Story Time with Steve & Micah
• Steve Betchkal, Producer
• Micah Davis, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Childhood Cancer Awareness
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Megan Reuther, Reporter
CATEGORY #18B
HEALTH - PROGRAM/SPECIAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Understanding Covid-19 For Kids
WCCO
• Aaron Beckman, Producer
• John Anderson, Executive Producer
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Heather Brown, Anchor
• Addie Chernow, Director
• Norman Seawright, Reporter
• Wade Mesenbring, Audio
• Gerald Chew, Robo Cameras
• Wendy Bridenstine, Floor Director
• Ron Westermeyer, Floor Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Opioid Fix Part One
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Susan Thao, Associate Producer
• Julie Censullo, Production Manager
• Amanda Reardon, Supervising Producer
• Carrie Clark, Editor
• Mike Phillips, Videographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Terry Gray, Audio Sweetening
• Fatima Abdulahi, Production Coordinator
• Alyssa Franklin Fuller, Media Asset Specialist
• Nastja Nykaza, Media Asset Specialist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Coronavirus - Facts. Not Fear.
KWWL
• Ron Steele, Anchor
• Abby Turpin, Anchor
• Trevor Oates, Producer
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
CATEGORY #19A
SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota’s Salt Water Problem
KARE
• Greg Vandegrift, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Loons Adopt Duckling
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Billion Little Pieces
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• John Michael, Producer
• Brad Swagger, Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rising Concerns
WDIO
• Brandon Weathers, Reporter
CATEGORY #19B
SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Living With Wolves
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Max Grabow, Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Field Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
BWCA at Risk
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Ben Elling, Photojournalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Searching for Sasquatch
Story Time with Steve & Micah
• Steve Betchkal, Producer
• Micah Davis, Videographer
CATEGORY #20A
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Different Classroom
KARE
• Alex Hagan, Multimedia Journalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
4,627 Kisses
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Producer
• Melissa Martz, Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Rise and Fall of Wilbur Foshay
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
• Casey Hooker, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Minnesota Model
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hidden Recipes
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Still Seeking Justice
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
• Adam Jukkola, Photographer
CATEGORY #20B
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Tom Schultz Story
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Christian Rangel, Editor/Producer
• Darius Smith, Producer
• Nate Vaughn, Producer
• Greg Bostrom, Producer
• Candice Anderson, Producer
• Bob Hagan, Producer
• Logan Johnson, Producer
• Arthur Kuh, Graphics
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Rick Riley, Narrator
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The July Water Ran Down My Leg
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Honoring Coach Greeno
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Alex Heinert, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Carrol's Wild Life Composite
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Max Grabow, Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Assistant Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
From War to Dance: The Carlyle Larsen Story
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
CATEGORY #20C
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - PROGRAM
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
One Deadly Morning
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sailing the Plains
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Kristorfor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Homegrown Miracle - After The Miracle
Northern Pine Productions
• Cole O'Brien, Producer/Cinematographer
• Josh Bryant, Cinematographer
• Joseph Pauly, Motion Graphics Artist
• Eric Gislason, Producer/Writer/Narrator
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
June Fremont
SWCTC
• Ann Schweisguth, Director/Editor/Videographer
• Bob McSherry, Videographer
• Brian Schmidt, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
From Where They Have Come
KMSP
• Randy Meier, Anchor/Producer
• Scott Keller, Photojournalist
• Doug Solomon, Photojournalist
• Seth Kaplan, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #21A
MILITARY - SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I Can't Do That: Benefits Exams During Pandemic
KARE
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dan Drevnick: Woodbury's Son
SWCTC
• Bob McSherry, Producer/Editor
• Brian Schmidt, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A COVID Salute to Mitchell Olson
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Forgotten Tours
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Investigative Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wrong Address Puts Veteran on Brink of Homelessness
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
CATEGORY #21B
MILITARY - PROGRAM/SPECIAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Always Remember
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer/Editor
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer/Editor
• Miles Painter, Editor
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Terry Gray, Field/Post-Production Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Fatima Abdulahi, Production Coordinator
• Amanda Reardon, Production Manager
• Adam Geiger, Supervising Producer
• Alyssa Franklin Fuller, Media Asset Manager
• Ted Hinck, Director Of Media Operations
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Veterans Voyage - Normandy
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Christian Rangel, Producer/Editor
• Candice Anderson, Producer
• Darius Smith, Producer
• Brett Taber, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Arthur Kuh, Producer
• Logan Johnson, Producer
• Quinn Adams, Producer
• Rick Riley, Narrator
CATEGORY #22A
SPORTS - NEWS STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Against the Odds
WHO
• John Sears, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
NDSU Football: Legacy
Adrenaline Sports
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer
• Jolene Loetscher, Executive Producer
• Brad Dumke, Producer
• Kevin Perlic, Motion Graphics Artist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
75 Years of South St. Paul Hockey
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Adam Carter, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Casey & Emmett
KARE
• Randy Shaver, Reporter
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Woonsocket Rocket
KSTP
• Joe Schmit, Reporter
• Jared Bergerson, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Suni & Her Dad
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
CATEGORY #22B
SPORTS - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Fight Like A Ninja
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• David Brown, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Community Rinks
Bally Sports North
• Tom Hanneman, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Dan Truebenbach, Photographer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sounds of the Game: NFC Wild Card Game vs. Saints
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan O'Neill, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Midco Sports Magazine: Faith, Family, Football
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Editor
• Brian Shawn, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Homegrown: Building the Bison Dynasty
Click Content Studios
• Derek Fletcher, Photographer/Producer/Editor
• Cody Rogness, Photographer/Producer/Editor
• Jeff Kolpack, Producer
• Dom Izzo, Photographer/Producer
• Jim Manney, Executive Producer
• Mary Jo Hotzler, Executive Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Whalen -The Warrior
Minnesota Lynx
• Chadwick Folkestad, Executive Producer/Director
• Alyse Danikowski, Director/Producer
• Barry Andersson, Director Of Photography
• Travis Higgins, Cinematographer
• Josh Harms, Animation Producer
• Jared Hughes, Writer
• Chris Vanderbeek, Associate Producer
• Sheridan West, Associate Producer
• Max Sjobert, Drone Cinematographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mauer Letters
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Samantha Fischer, Writer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #22C
SPORTS - PROGRAM
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Season Premiere
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Tom Nieman, Host
• David Brown, Reporter
• Brian Shawn, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spotlight: Wolves Up Close
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Tom Hanneman, Host
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Jim Petersen, Reporter
• Grady Mathiasen, Reporter
• Chris Ritchie, Producer
• Colleen Schreier, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spotlight: Insider
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Annie Sabo, Host
• Jim Petersen, Reporter
• Glen Perkins, Reporter
• Ryan Carter, Reporter
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Chris Ritchie, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
HomeGrown
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Chris Barriere, Producer And Director
• Scott Skaja, Editor/Motion Graphic Animator
• Robert Durland, Director Of Photography
• Jamie Spencer, Executive Producer
• Anne Butters Anderson, Executive Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Baseball in the Dominican Republic - Nelson Cruz
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Elvis Martinez, Narrator
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #22D
SPORTS - ONE-TIME SPECIAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG-TV9: Remembering Hayden Fry
KCRG
• Aaron Hepker, Executive Producer
• Joshua Christensen, Reporter
• Michael OBrien, Reporter
• Ben Hoppenworth, Writer
• Christopher Cervantes, Writer
• Chris Osborne, Editor
• Kyle Sleichter, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota
Bally Sports North
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Colleen Schreier, Producer
• Jamie Hersch, Host
• Ben Clymer, Analyst
• Jenny Taft, Host
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Jim Bothun, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Pursuit: From Berlin to the Bigs
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Dustin Morse, Host
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Generations of Victory
Adrenaline Sports
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer
• Jolene Loetscher, Executive Producer
• Kevin Perlic, Producer
• Brad Dumke, Producer
• Tom Hanson, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Curling Minnesota: Bemidji
Lakeland PBS
• Andrew Dziengel, Producer/Director
CATEGORY #23
SPORTS EVENT/GAME – LIVE/UNEDITED - PROGRAM/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hockey Day Minnesota 2020 - Outdoor Game (Blaine vs Blake)
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Kevin Gorg, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Jim Bothun, Associate Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Bob Rohde, Director Of Operations
• Erich Manwarren, Operations Manager
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild Hockey
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Ryan Carter, Analyst
• Mike Greenlay, Analyst
• Wes Walz, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Tom Mee III, Graphics
• Ted Allaire, Replay Operator
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Timberwolves Home Opener
Bally Sports North
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Dave Benz, Play-by-Play
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Paul Laskey, Replay Operator
• Mike Mee, Graphics
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Joe Mauer's Number Retirement
Bally Sports North
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Bert Blyleven, Analyst
• Audra Martin, Reporter
• Justin Morneau, Narrator
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Toni Tortorici, Executive Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Twins vs. Yankees Slugfest
Bally Sports North
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Roy Smalley, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #24A
WEATHER - SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Airborne Snow Survey
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Multimedia Meteorologist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
They Really Came Through
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Dan Winters, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Woodlawn dronelapse
WDAY
• Andrew Nelson, Photographer
• Sarah Rudlang, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
What is thunder and lightning?
WCCO
• Heather Brown, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lake City Tornado
KTTC
• Nathan Nakama, Producer
• Tom Overlie, Anchor
• Vivien Williams, Anchor
• Nick Jansen, Field Anchor/Chief Meteorologist
• Ubah Ali, Reporter
• Linda Ha, Reporter
• Chuck Sibley, Photojournalist
• Micah Hagen, Photojournalist
• Timothy Strauss, Director
• Michael Crowley, Audio
CATEGORY #24B
WEATHER - PROGRAM/SPECIAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rising Waters 2020
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Weather Producer
• Rebecca Kopelman, Meteorologist
• Michael Howell, Executive Producer
• Kristen Hamilton, News Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Surviving the Storm
KWWL
• Mark Schnackenberg, Chief Meteorologist
CATEGORY #25A
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Horse Powers: From the Land of the Vikings
Media Arts Center
• Ted Maynard, Editing/Post Production
• Jon Learn, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
First Avenue: Closer to the Stars
Twin Cities PBS
• David Roth, Producer
• Adam Geiger, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Videographer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Terry Gray, Audio Sweetening
• Nathan Reopelle, Online Editor
• Carrie J. Clark, Motion Graphics Editor
• Ben Malley, Graphic Designer
• Julie Censullo, Post-Production Manager
• Fatima Abdulahi, Production Coordinator
• Alyssa Franklin Fuller, Senior Media Asset Specialist
• Nastja Nykaza, Media Asset Specialist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sympathetic Strings
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Kevin Russell, Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KBJR 6 Presents: Missing and Murdered: An Invisible Epidemic
KBJR
• Ramona Marozas, Executive Producer
• Bonney Bowman, Writer/Host
• Blake Melin, Photojournalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Red Bow
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Lee Strubinger, Producer
• Andrew Bork, Producer
• Paul Ebsen, Videographer
• Michael Zimny, Videographer
CATEGORY #25B
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Homegrown Miracle - Return To Lake Placid
Northern Pine Productions
• Cole O'Brien, Producer/Editor
• Josh Bryant, Cinematographer
• Eric Gislason, Producer/Writer/Narrator
• Joseph Pauly, Motion Graphics Artist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This Town
PBS North
• Mike Scholtz, Producer
• Greg Grell, Consulting Producer
• Tomas Soderberg, Photographer
• Dawn Mikkelson, Broadcast Content Manager
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Carrie Chapman Catt: Warrior for Women
Iowa PBS
• Laurel Bower, Producer/Writer/Editor
• Kate Mulgrew, Narrator
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Cameron McCoy, Videographer
• David Feingold, Editor/Audio Mix
• Brent Willett, Graphics Animation
• Emily Blobaum, Assistant Producer
• Phong Duong, Graphic Designer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Solid State: Minnesota's High-Tech History
Twin Cities PBS
• Kevin Dragseth, Producer
• Julie Censullo, Production Manager
• Susan Thao, Associate Producer
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Jon Van Amber, Graphic Design
• Amanda Reardon, Supervising Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Horse Relative
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Kevin Russell, Editor
• Kris Gieske, Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Dylan Curfman, Videographer
CATEGORY #25C
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Devil's Instrument
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Kevin Russell, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
small town ROBOT
Moving Pictures Inc.
• Joe Brandmeier, Producer/Director
• Joan Steffend, Producer/Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Last Harvest
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brad Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A River Becomes a Wall
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
More Than Just The Music
Prairie Public
• Barbara Gravel, Producer
CATEGORY #26
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Shaggy's
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Good Question
WCCO
• Heather Brown, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Secret (and not-so-secret) Amenities at the Minnesota State Fair
Uptop Films
• Ryan Grams, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Driving While High
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter/Producer
• Lewis Karpel, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SDPB Learn: Native American Activity Starters Native American Winter Counts
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Steve Rokusek, Producer
• Josh Haiar, Animator/Editor
CATEGORY #27
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Vikings All-Decade Special
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer/Director
• Candice Anderson, Producer
• Arthur Kuh, Graphics
• Ryan Cardinal, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Mark Rosen, Host
• Kevin Seifert, Analyst
• Paul Allen, Analyst
• Pete Bercich, Analyst
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Catch with Audra
Bally Sports North
• Audra Martin, Reporter
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Jim Bothun, Photographer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Enough Said
KMSP
• Lori Fisher, Executive Producer
• Dan Barreiro, Host
• Justin Gaard, Host
• Christine Bastolich, Director
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Evan Anderson, Floor Director
• Robert King, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Undecideds
KCCI
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
• Cynthia Fodor, Anchor
• Allison Smith, Executive Producer
• Erin Moynihan, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drawn to Write
PBS North
• Pamela Fish, Producer
• Mike Scholtz, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Jason Show
KMSP
• Jeffrey Orcutt, Executive Producer
• Ted Johnsen, Producer
• Jason Matheson, Host
• Kendall Mark, Contributor
• Eric Sturm, Photographer
• Robert King, Editor
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Marian Davey, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
CATEGORY #28
MAGAZINE
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Postcards: Visual Artist Cody Henrichs, Master Collector Betty Mann and Take 16 Brewery
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer/Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Remembering Raven
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Executive Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Online Editor
• Ron Schara, Reporter
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Kyle Heidenreich, Editor
• Scott Fransen, CEO
• Pete Herman Franzen, Photojournalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Greetings From Iowa - Series
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Darrin Clouse, Shooter
• Rick Fuller, Shooter
• Steve Carns, Shooter
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Tiffany Hill, Assistant Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rides with Jay Thomas- Winter's Dream Snow Machine
Click Content Studios
• Derek Fletcher, Photographer/Producer/Editor
• Cody Rogness, Phtographer/Producer
• Jay Thomas, Host/Producer
• Jim Manney, Executive Producer
• Mary Jo Hotzler, Executive Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Driftless
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer/Writer
• Bret Amundson, Host/Field Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Max Grabow, Videographer
CATEGORY #29A
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS -NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rise of the only child
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Pandemic Problems
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Brandon Stahl, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Homelessness Grows in Minnesota
KARE
• Ben Garvin, Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ALICE in the Suburbs
WHO
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
• Eric Gooden, Photojournalist
• Mike Borland, Editor
CATEGORY #29B
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS -PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Esther’s Story - City Voices Des Moines
Estuary Motion Studios
• Ryan Morrison, Producer
• Israel Lopez, Cinematographer/Editor
• Ben Moeller, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Upon This Rock
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Heather Benson, Videographer/Editor
• Melissa Sievers, Videographer/Editor
• Brad Van Osdel, Executive Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Sled Dog Capital
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Bret Amundson, Host/Field Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Max Grabow, Videographer
CATEGORY #29C
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - PROGRAM
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
#Brake4Buses
KARE
• Ellery McCardle, Host
• David Porter, Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Opioid Fix Part Two
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Susan Thao, Associate Producer
• Julie Censullo, Production Manager
• Amanda Reardon, Supervising Producer
• Carrie Clark, Editor
• Mike Phillips, Videographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Terry Gray, Audio Sweetening
• Fatima Abdulahi, Production Coordinator
• Alyssa Franklin Fuller, Media Asset Specialist
• Nastja Nykaza, Media Asset Specialist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Project CommUNITY Living in Color
KCCI
• Rheya Spigner, Anchor
• Ellie Mirmazaheri, Executive Producer
• Tommie Clark, Reporter
• Adam Brower, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
• John Houghton, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Shine On Minnesota
KMSP
• Jeffrey Orcutt, Executive Producer
• Beth Pearlman, Executive Producer
• Marian Davey, News Director
• Sheila Oliver, General Manager
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
• Burke Daneman, VP Creative Services
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Senior Graphic Artist
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
• Nate Zinnel, Editor/Photographer
• Brad Swagger, Editor
• Elijah Gardiner, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
BWCA at Risk...
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Executive Producer
• Ron Schara, Reporter
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Kyle Heidenreich, Media Management
• Aaron Achtenberg, Online Editor
• Ben Elling, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Raising Kids During COVID
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor/Producer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• David Mahlman, Graphic Designer
CATEGORY #30
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE (OTHER THAN NEWS OR SPORTS)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Socialice
KTTC
• Naomi Grey, Producer
• Victoria Carra, Producer
• Tom Overlie, Anchor
• Caitlin Alexander, Anchor
• Sarah Gannon, Reporter
• Alex Tejada, Reporter
• Nick Jansen, Meteorologist
• Chuck Sibley, Photojournalist
• Micah Hagen, Photojournalist
• Timothy Strauss, Director
• Bob Pheilsticker, Director
• Ian Babbitt, Audio
• Anthony Pileggi, Production Manager
• John Wilcox, Chief Engineer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2019 Upper Midwest Emmy® Awards 20th Anniversary Gala
Wagners Design
• Brian Wagner, Director/Editor
• John Murray, Executive Producer/Writer
• Cliff Dodge, Technical Director
• Joe Carlini, Videographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
7th Annual KS95’s Clouds Choir for a Cause 2019
Atomic K Records & Productions
• Karl Demer, Producer/Director/Editor
• Todd Randall, Director Of Photography
• Jason Wiltse, Camera
• Benjamin Kryzer, Camera
• Mark Walentiny, Camera
• Natasha Carlson, Camera
• Patrick Laeger, Camera
• Randy Olejnicak, Live Audio Recording
• Jerome Bour, Camera
• Konnor Sanghera, Camera
• Jonathan Krejci, Technical Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A St. Thomas Christmas – Comfort & Joy
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Senior Producer
• Shari Lamke, Executive Producer
• Ted Hinck, Senior Coordinating Producer
• Julie Censullo, Production Manager
• Cassandra Fenelon, Partnerships Development Manager
• Fatima Abdulahi, Production Assistant
• Scott Trotman, Director
• Susan Thao, Associate Director
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Carrie Clark, Editor
• Joe Demko, Audio Sweetening
• Terry Gray, Audio Sweetening
CATEGORY #31
INTERSTITIAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Great White Way
Iowa PBS
• Cameron McCoy, Producer/Writer
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Building Health Equity: Appetite for Change
Twin Cities PBS
• Alauna Yust, Producer
• Amanda Reardon, Supervising Producer
• Brandon Wells, Partner Manager
• Diana Fraser, Project Manager
• Mike Phillips, Videographer
• Christopher Lange, Videographer
• Jonathan Camp, Field Audio
• Miles Painter, Editor
• Fatima Abdulahi, Production Coordinator
• Nastja Nykaza, Media Asset Manager
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Public Art Profiles
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Dan Carpenter, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Tom Cornell, Production Assistant
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tim Pierce - Knife Maker
Prairie Public
• Cassie Pierce, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Intersections: Charles Fai
PBS North
• Tomas Soderberg, Producer/Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Up In Smoke
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
CATEGORY #32A
LIFESTYLE - FEATURE/SEGMENT/SERIES
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
History in Miniature: Max’s Dioramas
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
7 Lives Ike
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Relish
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Amy Melin, Producer/Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
An Ode To The Race
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Producer
• Josh Munce, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Zach Knuckey's Fight to Fish
Ron Schara Productions
• Travis Frank, Producer
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #32B
LIFESTYLE - PROGRAM/SPECIAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Whats Next with Diana Pierce
Diana Pierce Productions
• Diana Pierce, Producer-writer-Editor
• Scott Bemman, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Player Piano Man
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Exploring Red Lake
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Bret Amundson, Host/Editor
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Max Grabow, Editor/Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Prairie Yard and Garden - Goats and Invasive Species
Pioneer PBS
• Mike Cihak, Producer, Director And Editor
• Mary Holm, Host And Associate Producer
• Timothy Bakken, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Evolution of Fatherhood
Style Click Media
• Anthony Tunstall, Creator/ Host
• Guy Bowling, Producer/Co-Host
• Michael T Brook, Co-Host
• Brian Bacus, Executive Producer
• Shillete Busy, Line Producer
CATEGORY #33
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cut Short
HealthPartners
• Tina Long, Senior Creative Producer
• Kyle McManus, Editor
• Peggy Arnson, Creative Director
• Shannon Fletcher, Copywriter
• Michael Long, Designer/Art Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Education for Ogilgei
Ryan Morrison, LLC
• Ryan Morrison, Cinematographer/Editor
• Moses Bomett, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ND Human Trafficking Task Force Awareness Campaign
Absolute Marketing Group
• Mark Huesman, Co-Producer
• Jim Kirwan, Co-Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Foodbank of Iowa
Strategic America
• Bruce Ganzer, Producer
• Jacob Moyer, Director/Director Of Photography
• Randy Belcher, Executive Creative Director
• Kasey Baker-VerMulm, Art Director
• Heath Smith, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Skoldiers: A Salute to Service
Vikings Entertainment Network
• GH Ridpath, Creator/Lead Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Matt Engstrom, Supervising Producer
• James Belfer, Animating Producer
• Adam Belfer, Animating Producer
CATEGORY #34A
PROMOTION: NEWS - SINGLE SPOT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Local Lego Masters
KMSP
• Samy Vernet, Producer/Videographer /Editor
• Burke Daneman, Executive Producer
• David Pint, Producer
• Josh Grenier, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sunrise Seriously Fresh "Dawn"
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Director Of Creative, Marketing And Brand
• Dan Crowe, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sports Overtime
WXOW
• Brittany Rau, Writer
• Steve Bland, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
One Minnesota
KMSP
• David Pint, Producer/Editor
• Burke Daneman, Executive Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Producer
• Joshua Blackburn, Producer
• Samy Vernet, Producer
• Michelle Truax, Producer
• Ally Bell, Producer
• Brad Swagger, Videographer
CATEGORY #34B
PROMOTION: NEWS - IMAGE
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
What to Wear Campaign
KCCI
• Andrew Bridgewater, Asst. Creative Director
• Nathan White, Creative Director
• Kelley Moody, Meteorologist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SportsFource Extra Launch Campaign
KTIV
• David Washburn, Writer/Executive Producer
• Jake Rains, Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
We've Got You Covered
KWWL
• Mike Cunningham, Marketing Director
• Shelby Gappa, Editor
• Thomas Benjamin, Videographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Michaela Feldmann Image Campaign
KTIV
• David Washburn, Writer/Producer
• Jake Rains, Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Bold North - Fox 9 Winter Image 2020
KMSP
• Justin Lund, Producer
• Burke Daneman, Executive Producer
• David Pint, Videographer
• Joshua Blackburn, Videographer
• Ally Bell, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Belonging
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Director Of Creative, Marketing And Brand
• Travis Kobs, Creative Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa's News Now_LIve Anchors
KGAN/KFXA
• Darrin Fullerton, Promotion Producer/Writer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Together
KCCI
• Andrew Bridgewater, Asst. Creative Director
• Leia Bacuyag, Producer
• Nathan White, Creative Director
CATEGORY #34C
PROMOTION: PROGRAM - SINGLE SPOT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Love Them First
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Director Of Creative, Marketing And Brand
• Travis Kobs, Creative Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Be Our Northland Neighbor
PBS North
• Dawn Mikkelson, Producer/Editor
• Jake Larson, Sound Sweetening/Mix
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Generations of Victory Promo
Adrenaline Sports
• Jolene Loetscher, Executive Producer
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer
• Kevin Perlic, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pursuit - Feat. Eric Kendricks
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Director
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Ben Pimlott, Post Production Supervisor
• Kyle Moe, Cinematographer
• Spencer Olson, Sound Design
• Iris Page, Producer
• Chris Schultz, VFX Artist
• David Vanderwarn, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings NFL 100: Legendary featuring John Randle
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Arthur Kuh, Producer/Editor/Graphics
• Darius Smith, Producer/Director
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Jesse Marquette, Videographer
• Nate Vaughn, Videographer
• Alex Miller, Videographer
• John Randle, Talent
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Shelf Elf
KWWL
• Mike Cunningham, Marketing Director
• Beau Batterson, Writer/Producer
• Angela Billman, Talent
CATEGORY #35
COMMERCIAL
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Speedway : Ready To Feel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
TCO Comeback Series
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lincoln Savings Bank
Estuary Motion Studios
• Israel Lopez, Director
• Katherine Dietrich, Lead Writer/Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tribute to the USD 2020 Seniors
University of South Dakota
• Hailie Warren, Co-Director/Writer
• Zbynek Surovec, Co-Director/Videographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Timberwolves - Brand Spot
Minnesota Timberwolves
• Joe Kronenberg, Producer/Editor
• Doug Price, Producer/Editor
• Noah Ferche, Producer/Director
• Erik Nelson, Executive Producer/Director/Scriptwriter
• Gram Krause, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Making of an Iconic Statue
Creative Soul Video
• Mark Anderson, Executive Producer, Cinematographer, Editor
• Sam Scaman, Producer, Cinematographer
• Jon Morgan, Cinematographer
• Justin Barr, Drone Operator
• John Overby, Drone Operator
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Catch Des Moines—The Ss Are Silent
Strategic America
• Randy Belcher, Executive Creative Director
• Bruce Ganzer, VP Creative
• Kelcey Stoehr, Multimedia Production
• Joe Emmons, Editor
• Ryan Borts, Director
CATEGORY #36A
DIRECTOR - LIVE OR RECORDED LIVE
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matthew J. Gangl Composite
Bally Sports North
• Matthew J. Gangl, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL News Composite
KWWL
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Super Tuesday
KARE
• Amy Strande, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
George Floyd Aftermath Breaking News Composite
WCCO
• Addie Chernow, Director
CATEGORY #36B
DIRECTOR - POST-PRODUCTION/SHORT FORM
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ICCSD - We are One
Rize Creative Group, Inc.
• Matt Bishop, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
GH Ridpath Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• GH Ridpath, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pursuit Feat. Eric Kendricks
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
For My Kids: The Kevin Breen Story
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Luminary Director Commercial Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
CATEGORY #37A
EDITOR - NEWS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Devin Krinke Edits
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Carly Danek Composite
KARE
• Carly Danek, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ron Stover Composite
KARE
• Ron Stover, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tommy Platek Composite
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Micah Davis Composite
Story Time with Steve & Micah
• Micah Davis, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Chad Nelson Composite
KARE
• Chad Nelson, Editor
CATEGORY #37B
EDITOR - SPORTS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
2020 Schedule Release Remix
Vikings Entertainment Network
• GH Ridpath, Editor
• Alex Miller, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Pursuit Feat. Eric Kendricks
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Generations of Victory
Adrenaline Sports
• Kevin Perlic, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Baseball in the Dominican Republic - Nelson Cruz Trailer
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From Berlin to the Bigs: The Tease
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chris Ruth - Editor Sports Composite
HawkVision Productions
• Christopher Ruth, Editor
CATEGORY #37C
EDITOR - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Secret (and not-so-secret) Amenities at the Minnesota State Fair
Uptop Films
• Ryan Grams, Editor
• Timmy Schrader, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: An Ode To The Race
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kevin Sullivan Composite
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Homegrown Miracle - After The Miracle
Northern Pine Productions
• Cole O'Brien, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nathan Reopelle: Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jason Van Zetten Composite
Vayne Productions
• Jason Van Zetten, Editor
CATEGORY #37D
EDITOR - POST-PRODUCTION/SHORT FORM
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alex Miller Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Alex Miller, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Luminary Editor Commercial Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justin Lund Editing Composite
KMSP
• Justin Lund, Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Generations of Victory Promo
Adrenaline Sports
• Kevin Perlic, Editor
CATEGORY #38
GRAPHIC ARTS – GRAPHICS/ANIMATION
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Van Zetten Composite
Vayne Productions
• Jason Van Zetten, Graphic Artist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SKOLOL: Chapter 2
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Glenn Gracia, Animator
• GH Ridpath, GFX
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MC22 Sports Opens Composite
Mediacom, MC22
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphic Designer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Skoldiers: A Salute to Service
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Matt Engstrom, Animator
• James Belfer, Animator
• Adam Belfer, Animator
• GH Ridpath, GFX
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Arthur Kuh Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Arthur Kuh, Motion Graphics
CATEGORY #39A
WRITER - NEWS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Why I do what I do
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Steve Betchkal Writing Composite
Story Time with Steve & Micah
• Steve Betchkal, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This is Iowa
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz Writing Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Writer
CATEGORY #39B
WRITER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Faith, Family, Football
Midco Sports
• Brian Shawn, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
David Brown Composite
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bill's 2019 Favorites!
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Wonder Woman
Midco Sports
• Jody Norstedt, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cindy Dorn Composite
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Generations of Victory
Adrenaline Sports
• Tom Hanson, Writer
CATEGORY #39C
WRITER - SHORT FORM
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Vikings NFL 100: Legendary featuring John Randle
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Darius Smith, Writer
• Arthur Kuh, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Generations of Victory Promo
Adrenaline Sports
• Jolene Loetscher, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
45TV Institute of Laughter Composite
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This Land Is Iowa
KWWL
• Mike Cunningham, Writer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Belonging
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Writer
CATEGORY #40
NEWS PRODUCER
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Katie Copple Composite
KPTH
• Katie Copple, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ellie Coatar Composite
KARE
• Ellie Coatar, Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mike Verlo Composite
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
CATEGORY #41A
TALENT - ANCHOR - NEWS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jana Shortal Composite
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Anchor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brandi Powell Composite
KSTP
• Brandi Powell, Anchor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dan Winters - Caucus Night
WHO
• Dan Winters, Anchor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Matt Belanger Composite
KSTP
• Matthew Belanger, Anchor
CATEGORY #41B
TALENT - ANCHOR - WEATHER
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Sydejko Composite
KCCI
• Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
John Gerard Composite
KPTH
• John Gerard, Chief Meteorologist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Meteorologist Nick Stewart Composite
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Robert Suhr Weather Composite
KXMB
• Robert Suhr, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #41C
TALENT - ANCHOR - SPORTS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dave Schwartz Composite
KARE
• Dave Schwartz, Sports Anchor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Hanneman Composite
Bally Sports North
• Tom Hanneman, Sports Anchor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Keith Murphy Composite
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Sports Anchor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Andrew Rogers Composite
KPTH
• Andrew Rogers, Sports Anchor
CATEGORY #41D
TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mary Lahammer
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Moderator
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bill Sherck The Man About The Woods
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Host
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paul Allen - Host Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Paul Allen, Host
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bret Amundson Composite
Pioneer PBS
• Bret Amundson, Host
CATEGORY #41E
TALENT - REPORTER
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A.J. Lagoe - Veterans, Puppies & Protests
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Karla Hult: My Most Meaningful Stories
KARE
• Karla Hult, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kirsten Swanson Composite
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Mayerle
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rasmussen Reports
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Boyd Huppert
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
CATEGORY #41F
TALENT - PLAY-BY-PLAY/ANALYST
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alex Heinert Composite
Midco Sports
• Alex Heinert, Play-By-Play
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wes Walz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Wes Walz, Analyst
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jim Petersen: Minnesota Timberwolves Analyst
Bally Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Elsen Composite
Midco Sports
• Jay Elsen, Play-By-Play
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony LaPanta Composite
Bally Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Justin Morneau: Minnesota Twins Analyst
Bally Sports North
• Justin Morneau, Analyst
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dave Benz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Dave Benz, Play-by-Play
CATEGORY #42A
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bradley Swagger Composite
KMSP
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Devin Krinke's Composite
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Photojournalist Lives Matters
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tommy Platek Composite
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This Is Just A Tribute (To Nat King McCray)
KMSP
• Dan Helgeson, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nelson News Photography Composite
KARE
• Chad Nelson, Photographer
CATEGORY #42B
PHOTOGRAPHER - SPORTS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
NDSU Football: Legacy
Adrenaline Sports
• Nate Burdine, Photographer
• Brad Dumke, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #42C
PHOTOGRAPHER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Homegrown Miracle - Return To Lake Placid
Northern Pine Productions
• Cole O'Brien, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Kevin Sullivan Photography Composite
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aaron Achtenberg composite
Ron Schara Productions
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photographer
CATEGORY #42D
PHOTOGRAPHER - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aaron Lavinsky Composite
StarTribune
• Aaron Lavinsky, Photographer/ Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Chris Spah Mixed Media Artist
Ron Schara Productions
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Serene Meditation
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Photographer/Editor
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Freezing Fairways
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #42E
PHOTOGRAPHER - POST PRODUCTION/SHORT FORM
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Luminary Cinematographer Commercial Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2019 Twin Cities Summer Jam
AMPonStage, LLC
• Shawn Engel, Photographer
• Tim Consdorf, Photographer
CATEGORY #43A
VIDEO JOURNALIST - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stories from the North Star State
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Video Journalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aaron Adelson: 24 Hours
KARE
• Aaron Adelson, Video Journalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Alex's Solo Stories
KARE
• Alex Hagan, Video Journalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eva Andersen Day-Turn MMJ
WOI
• Eva Andersen, Video Journalist
CATEGORY #43B
VIDEO JOURNALIST - NO TIME LIMIT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aaron Adelson: No Time Limit
KARE
• Aaron Adelson, Video Journalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gordon Severson Composite
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Video Journalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dennis Rafftery Composite
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Video Journalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Elias Johnson Reports
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Video Journalist
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Faith, Art and Cookies
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Video Journalist
CATEGORY #44
TECHNICAL ACHIEVEMENT
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Live NFL Draft Coverage
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Jesse Marquette, Director
• Arthur Kuh, Graphics
• Candice Anderson, Producer
• Darius Smith, Producer
• Scott Kegley, Associate Producer
• Skip Krueger, Coordinating Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Gabe Henderson, Host
• Ryan McCarthy, Engineer
• Ryan Cardinal, Associate Producer
2020 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2020 US Senate Primary Forum
KCCI
• Amy Schmelzer, Technical Producer
• Allison Smith, Executive Producer
• Keith Bliven, Executive Producer
• Erin Moynihan, Producer
• Angela Rogers, Producer
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Ron Steele, Anchor
CATEGORY #01
OVERALL EXCELLENCE
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Overall Excellence - KTIV
KTIV
• Bridget Breen, General Manager
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KBJR 6
KBJR
• David Jensch, General Manager
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI-TV
KCCI
• Brian Sather, General Manager
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KMSP Overall Excellence
KMSP
• Sheila Oliver, General Manager
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11
KARE
• John Remes, General Manager
CATEGORY #02
NEWS EXCELLENCE
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 Eyewitness News
KSTP
• Kirk Varner, News Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 News
KARE
• Stuart Boslow, Director Of Content
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News Excellence
KMSP
• Marian Kessler, News Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News Excellence - KTIV
KTIV
• Keith Bliven, News Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News
KCCI
• Allison Smith, News Director
CATEGORY #03
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WEAU 13 News Donation Drive for Halmstad & Southview Memorial
WEAU
• Andrew Felix, Organizer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
eyesUP
KARE
• Alicia Lewis, Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Emily's Hope - A Personal Battle Against The Opioid Crisis
KELO
• Angela Kennecke, Individual Most Responsible
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
North At A Crossroads
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inspired By Story
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
• Danny Krueger, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Home for the Holidays
WCCO
• Kaitlyn Link, Communications & Marketing Specialist
CATEGORY #04
INTERACTIVE MEDIA
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
PINK
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
• Danny Krueger, Producer
• Alec Kintigh, Cinematographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Finding Mollie Tibbetts
KCCI
• Hope Wilson, Social Media Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The 7:34
WCCO
• Kristopher Jobe, Producer
• Matt Brickman, Anchor
• Cole Premo, Digital Producer
• Jason Thiel, Director
• Jonathon Sharp, Digital Producer
• Eric Henderson, Digital Content Manager
• Alyson May, Digital Producer And Desk
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Digital
KARE
• Lauren Olson, Digital Director
• Emily Haavik, Digital Managing Editor
• Dana Thiede, Digital Producer
• Bea Chang, Digital Producer
• Estefan Saucedo, Digital Producer
• Alexandra Simon, Digital Producer
• Bill Strande, Digital Producer
• Sara Pelissero, Digital Producer
• Laura Stokes, Digital Producer
• Marisa DeCandido, Digital Producer
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justice in Agriculture
Iowa PBS
• Colleen Krantz, Producer/Reporter
• David Miller, Executive Producer
• Randy Garza, Web Coding/Design
• Taylor Shore, Web Design
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Steve Carns, Videographer
• Bo Dodge, Web Graphics Animation
• Paul Yeager, Social Media Producer
• Julie Knutson, Social Media Designer/Editor
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Joe Bustad, Graphics
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Denied Justice
StarTribune
• Renee Jones-Schneider, Multimedia Photographer And Producer
• Anna Boone, Digital Designer
• Brandon Stahl, Reporter
• Jennifer Bjorhus, Reporter
CATEGORY #05A
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 1-75)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 4 News This Morning
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
• Kristopher Jobe, Producer
• Mike Haberman, Producer
• Kim Johnson, Anchor
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Matt Brickman, Meteorologist
• Christiane Cordero, Reporter
• Wade Mesenbring, Director
• Joel Thurston, Photographer
• Robyn Black, Photographer
• Ray Jones, Editor
• Mike Stern, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 EYEWITNESS News Morning: Jayme Closs Returns
KSTP
• Matt Belanger, Anchor
• Brandi Powell, Anchor
• Aarik Woods, Producer
• Mitra Zolfaghari, Producer
• Ashley Zilka, Reporter
• Callan Gray, Reporter
• Jonathan Yuhas, Meteorologist
• Will Greiner, Photographer
• Amanda Theisen, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Today In Iowa Sunday
WHO
• Lisa Felton, Producer
• Sonya Heitshusen, Anchor
• Jodi Whitworth, Reporter
• Jerad Giottonini, Reporter
• Sam Lozada, Photojournalist
• Jannay Towne, Reporter
• Curtis Dreesman, Photojournalist
• Laurel Feakes, Photojournalist
• Mike Borland, Photojournalist
• Amber Alexander, Meteorologist
• Keith Murphy, Sports Director
• Cyril Heng, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Sunrise
KARE
• Stuart Boslow, Director Of Content
• Stacey Nogy, Director Of News Content
• Kristin Kay, Executive Producer
• Jordy Foy, Producer
• Michelle Ngo, Producer
• Kris Laudien, Anchor
• Alicia Lewis, Anchor
• Ellery McCardle, Reporter
• Kiya Edwards, Reporter
• Danny Spewak, Reporter
• Nate Anderson, Editor
• David Vance, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Good Morning Iowa: Adair Tornado
WOI
• Sabrina Ahmed, Anchor
• Elias Johnson, Anchor
• Taylor Kanost, Meteorologist
• Blake Lybbert, Photographer
• Jason Coellner, Director
• Lakyn McGee, Reporter
• Elizabeth Christy, Producer
• Sarah Beckman, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #05B
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 76-120)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KSFY Morning News - April Blizzard
KSFY/KDLT
• Colton Molesky, Producer
• Joshua Chilson, Executive Producer
• Kamie Roesler, Anchor
• Shawn Cable, Meteorologist
• Ricardo Lewis, Multimedia Journalist
• Ryan Martin, Multimedia Journalist
• Jill Langland, Multimedia Journalist
• Spencer Lee, Photojournalist
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
• Samuel Gabrielli, Meteorologist
• Jeff Cleland, Assistant News Director
• Kevin King, News Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WDAY First News: Spring Meets Winter
WDAY
• Jeff Nelson, News Director
• Drew Trafton, Executive Producer
• Andy Osterbauer, Producer
• Sarah Rudlang, Anchor/Producer
• Rob Manch, Anchor/Producer
• Bailey Vertin, Reporter/Producer
• Ben Rieke, Producer
• Emily Olson, Reporter
• Andrew Whitmyer, Reporter/Meteorologist
• Jared Piepenburg, Meteorologist
• Eric Bolin, Director
• Ben Amell, Graphics
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG-TV9 Morning News: March 13/2019 - Onslow Fire
KCRG
• Brandi Bachman, Executive Producer
• Caitlin Harbach, Producer
• Christopher Cervantes, Producer
• Nicole Agee, Anchor
• Chris Earl, Anchor
• Kaj O'Mara, Meteorologist
• Toby Meyer, Director
• Daniel Haight, Director
• Steven Neuenschwander, Editor
CATEGORY #05C
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 121+)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Governor's Fishing Opener Makes a Splash in Albert Lea
KAAL
• Christine Quirk, Producer
• Brianna Cook, Anchor
• Jim Peterson, Meteorologist/Reporter
• Laura Lee, Anchor
• Brian Wise, Photojournalist
• Erick Koen, Editor/Audio
• Quinton Dols, Director
• Javier Gil, Broadcast Engineer
• Hannah Tiede, Reporter
• Blaise Keller, Meteorologist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter Today at 5:30 a.m./March 5/2019
KTTC
• Stevan Stojanovic, News Producer
• Jacob Murphey, Anchor/Producer
• Jess Abrahamson, Anchor/Producer
• Kilat Fitzgerald, Multimedia Journalist
• Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
• Jason Holland, Director
• Becca Curtis-Messick, Audio
• Sarah Gannon, Multimedia Journalist
• Holden Krusemark, Multimedia Journalist
• Linda Ha, Multimedia Journalist
• Pat Lund, Sports Director
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hello Wisconsin May 24th
WEAU
• Lisa Patrow, News Director
• Abigail Hantke, Anchor
• Tyler Mickelson, Reporter
• Duane Wolter III, Photographer
• Michelle Clemens, Producer
• Sarah Winkelmann, Reporter
• Dewey O'Flanagan, Director
• Matt Seckora, Director
• Carrie Vigo, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KBJR 6 News Today
KBJR
• Kevin Jacobsen, News Director
• Briggs LeSavage, Content Manager
• Ryan Haff, Anchor/Producer
• Emma Rechenberg, Anchor
• Adam Lorch, Meteorologist
• Jack Schmid, Director
• Jenna Lake, Meteorologist
• Blake Melin, Chief Photojournalist
• Chance Fortune, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Recovering from Tornadoes
KIMT
• Tyler Utzka, Anchor
• Brandon Libby, Meteorologist
• Arielle Harrison, Anchor
• DeeDee Stiepan, Reporter
• Annalisa Pardo, Reporter
• Ben Weber, Director
• Nathin Voeller, Director
• Ryan Odeen, Producer
• Jaime Copley, News Director
CATEGORY #06A
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 1-75)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Local 5 News Deadly Flash Floods
WOI
• April Samp, Producer/News Director
• Allison Derks, Producer
• Jack Miller, Anchor
• Stephanie Angleson, Anchor
• Jacob Peklo, Anchor
• Brynn Carman, Anchor
• Sharon Lilly, Director
• Jon Schaeffer, Anchor
• Don Schmith, Chief Photographer
• Ryan Davidson, Photographer
• Brandon Lawrence, Meteorologist
• Brad Edwards, Chief Meteorologist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 News at 10
KARE
• Ellie Coatar, Producer
• Cindy Chapman, Executive Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Belinda Jensen, Meteorologist
• Eric Perkins, Sports Anchor
• Carry Clancy, Producer
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Danny Spewak, Reporter
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Alex Hagan, Reporter
• Blake Mills, Editor
• Karin Stone, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jamie Closs Comes Home
WCCO
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Chris Shaffer, Meteorologist
• Jennifer Hibbard, Director
• John Lauritsen, Reporter
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Susan-Elizabeth LITTLEFIELD, Reporter
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
• Joe Berglove, Photographer
• Arthur Phillips, Photograher/Engineer
• Chris Cruz, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 Eyewitness News at 5:00: Jayme Closs Found Alive
KSTP
• Lauren Peake, News Producer
• Bob Sabo, Assistant News Director
• Sarah Peterson, Executive Producer
• Tim Vetscher, Field Producer
• Paul Folger, Anchor
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Dylan Jacobson, Photojournalist
• Beth McDonough, Reporter
• Mark Garvey, Photojournalist
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO News at 10pm
WCCO
• John Burfisher, Producer
• Matt Liddy, Executive Producer
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Chris Shaffer, Chief Meteorologist
• Mike Max, Sports
• Jeff Wagner, Reporter
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
• Susan-Elizabeth LITTLEFIELD, Reporter
• Nick Lunemann, Photojournalist
• Chris Cruz, Photojournalist
• Tony Peterson, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #06B
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 76-120)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG-TV9 News at 10: December 19/2018 - Arrest in Martinko Case
KCRG
• Aaron Hepker, Executive Producer
• Ellen Kurt, Producer
• Bruce Aune, Anchor
• Beth Malicki, Anchor
• Joe Winters, Meteorologist
• Dave Franzman, Reporter
• Forrest Saunders, Reporter
• Chantelle Navarro, Reporter
• Rebecca Varilek, Photographer
• Jay Greene, Multi Media Journalist
• Terri Walter, Director
• Adam Carros, News Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KELOLAND News at 6: March Flash Floods
KELO
• Krista Burns, Producer
• Sammi Bjelland, Anchor
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor
• Dan Santella, Reporter
• Kelli Volk, Video Journalist
• Angela Kennecke, Anchor
• Tory Stolen, Photographer
• Sarah McDonald, Video Journalist
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
• Thom Morrow, Photographer
• Jay Trobec, Meteorologist
• Michael Simundson, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KSFY News at 5:00 - March Flooding
KSFY/KDLT
• Joshua Chilson, Executive Producer
• Brian Allen, Anchor
• Vanessa Gomez, Anchor
• Ryan Martin, Multimedia Journalist
• Ricardo Lewis, Multimedia Journalist
• Philip Schreck, Meteorologist
• Jill Langland, Multimedia Journalist
• Spencer Lee, Photojournalist
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
• Troy Timmerman, Photojournalist
• Andrew Poepping, Editor
• Kevin King, News Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL News at 6 - January 29/2019
KWWL
• Zach Garcia, Producer
• Abby Turpin, Anchor
• Ron Steele, Anchor
• Mark Schnackenberg, Chief Meteorologist
• Rick Coleman, Sports Director
• Ashley Neighbor, Reporter
• Taylor Vessel, Reporter
• Daniel Hampe, Photographer
• Denice Pelster, Meteorologist
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KSFY News at 5:00 - April Blizzard
KSFY/KDLT
• Dillon Kober, Producer
• Brian Allen, Anchor
• Vanessa Gomez, Anchor
• Philip Schreck, Meteorologist
• Ricardo Lewis, Multimedia Journalist
• Jill Langland, Multimedia Journalist
• Ryan Martin, Multimedia Journalist
• Michaela Feldmann, Multimedia Journalist
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
• Troy Timmerman, Photojournalist
• Jeff Cleland, Assistant News Director
• Kevin King, News Director
CATEGORY #06C
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 121+)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WQOW 10 p.m. Report
WQOW
• Stephen Kelley, Producer/Anchor
• Kristen Shill, Executive Producer
• Savanna Tomei, Anchor
• Keith Edwards, Journalist
• Chris Hoyt, Videographer
• Shannon Hoyt, Journalist
• Shannon Satterlee, Journalist
• Lindsey Ford, Journalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCAU 9 News at 10:00 3/14/19
KCAU
• Bridget Bennett, Anchor/Reporter & Producer
• Tim Seaman, Anchor & Producer
• Scott Larson, Meteorologist
• Jesse Krull, Sports Anchor
• Kayla Samek, Producer
• Zach Hicks, Director
• Johnathan Mack, Chief Photographer
• Rebecca Pryor, Reporter
• Andrew Bottger, Assignment Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KBJR 6 News at 5: Husky One Year Later
KBJR
• Kevin Jacobsen, News Director
• Briggs LeSavage, Content Manager
• Daniel Wolfe, Anchor
• Jessie Slater, Anchor
• Adam Clark, Chief Meteorologist
• Jordan Sherman, Director
• Anthony Matt, Reporter
• Blake Melin, Photojournalist
• Wyatt Buckner, Photojournalist
• Idun Rasmussen, Photojournalist
• Megan McGarvey, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTIV News 4 at 6 - March 15/2019
KTIV
• Dean Welte, Producer
• Keith Bliven, News Director
• Tia Heidebrecht, Executive Producer
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Stella Daskalakis Thurkill, Anchor
• Travis Hoffer, Photographer
• Brett Funke, Photographer
• Ron Demers, Chief Meteorologist
• Ashly Richardson, Reporter
• Trevor Huber, Director
• Don Brockberg, Audio Operator
• Jesus Rodriguez, Production Assistant
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTIV News 4 Live at 5 - June 22/2018
KTIV
• Carl Norquist, Producer
• Brett Funke, Photographer
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Ashly Richardson, Reporter
• Keith Bliven, Photographer
• Michelle Schoening, Reporter
• Jaret Lansford, Reporter
• Stella Daskalakis Thurkill, Anchor
• Jonathon Rouse, Director
• Jesus Rodriguez, Audio Operator
• Travis Hoffer, Photographer
CATEGORY #07A
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT - SINGLE STORY
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Investigates: Phones Not Checked
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Evicted Before Convicted
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Ana Lastra, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Jared Bergerson, Photographer
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Born Under Suspicion
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Investigative Reporter
• Ana Lastra, Investigative Producer
• Dylan Jacobson, Investigative Photojournalist
• Joe Augustine, Investigative Producer
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
North Side Monopoly
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drive By Lawsuits
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
CATEGORY #07B
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT - SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Pattern of Denial
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
High Speed. High Risk.
KSTP
• Ryan Raiche, Investigative Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Investigative Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Investigative Photojournalist
• Ana Lastra, Investigative Producer
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sex Trafficking - A Failure to Fine
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Use of Force
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
• John Michael, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Double Billing the Badge - The Patrol Car Payback
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• Craig Norkus, Photographer
CATEGORY #08
BREAKING NEWS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Local 5 News Deadly Flash Floods
WOI
• April Samp, Producer/News Director
• Allison Derks, Producer
• Brynn Carman, Anchor
• Brandon Lawrence, Meteorologist
• Sharon Lilly, Director
• Alex Wilson, Reporter
• Jacob Peklo, Anchor
• Don Schmith, Chief Photographer
• Ryan Davidson, Photographer
• Mario Rossi, Digital Executive Producer
• Jon Schaeffer, Anchor
• Stephanie Angleson, Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KGAN Breaking News: Iowa City Tornado Composite
KGAN/KFXA
• Terry Swails, Meteorologist
• Nick Stewart, Storm Chaser/Photojournalist/Meteorologist
• Bevan Lucas, Producer
• Scott Zimdar, Photojournalist
• Rebecca Kopelman, Meteorologist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Escape from captivity
WCCO
• Mary McGuire, Reporter
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Christiane Cordero, Reporter
• David Schwab, Photojournalist
• Joel Thurston, Photojournalist
• Kristopher Jobe, Producer
• Josh Supik, Director
• Jason Myles, Producer
• Wendy Bridenstine, Director
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Heather Brown, Anchor
• Bill Middeke, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL Breaking News - August 21/2018
KWWL
• Abby Turpin, Anchor
• Ron Steele, Anchor
• Zach Garcia, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
March Flash Floods
KELO
• Angela Kennecke, Anchor
• Dan Santella, Reporter
• Kelli Volk, Reporter
• Anna Peters, Producer
• Michael Geheren, Producer
• Sammi Bjelland, Anchor
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
• Tory Stolen, Photographer
• Sarah McDonald, Reporter
• Don Jorgensen, Reporter
• Brady Mallory, Anchor
• Sean Watkins, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tornado Outbreak
KCCI
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Amy Schmelzer, Producer
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Steve Karlin, Anchor
• Kurtis Gertz, Meteorologist
• Chris Gothner, Reporter
• John Houghton, Photographer
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
• Todd Magel, Reporter
• Lauren Donovan, Reporter
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
• Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #09
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fall from Higher Ed: Abuse Exposed
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Investigative Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
• Ana Lastra, Producer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Officer on Trial
KMSP
• Russell Weseman, Photojournalist
• Paul Blume, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jayme Closs: Missing & Found
KARE
• Stuart Boslow, Director Of Content
• Stacey Nogy, Director Of News Content
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• Kent Erdahl, Producer
• Danny Spewak, Reporter
• Julie Nelson, Reporter
• Jeremiah Jacobsen, Field Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sex/Lies/and Disgrace
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Investigative Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Senior Investigative Producer
• Ana Lastra, Investigative Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Polygamists Move to Minnesota
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Jeff Wiltgen, Editor
CATEGORY #10A
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hurricane Florence: Help is on the Way
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Diana & Dino
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
For Diane
WCCO
• Katie Hunt, Reporter
• Dymanh Chhoun, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jonny Comes Home
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Producer
• Andrew Nelson, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Construction Cuts Off Business
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Photographer
CATEGORY #10B
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - NO TIME LIMIT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Holding Suspects Accountable
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Whatever it takes
KMSP
• Eli Gardiner, Photojournalist
• Christina Palladino, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Construction Costs Residents and Business Owners Thousands
KAAL
• Alice Keefe, Reporter/Photographer
• Brian Wise, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bear Attack Survivor
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breakfast Club
KARE
• Julie Nelson, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
CATEGORY #11A
LIGHT FEATURE NEWS REPORT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Press Button for Laughs
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cops At The Castle
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Adam Carter, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Adam & Trey
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jerry's Tree
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
One Crash At A Time
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Producer
• Amy Hockert, News Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bachelormania Anniversary
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Craig Norkus, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Crossing Guard
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
CATEGORY #11B
SERIOUS FEATURE NEWS REPORT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jacy's Ton of Tabs
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
When Memories Fade
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Finding Her Voice
KSFY/KDLT
• Vanessa Gomez, Reporter
• Troy Timmerman, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eddie's Sign
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Last Harvest
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
CATEGORY #12A
CRIME - NEWS SINGLE STORY
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Life & Death of Heaven
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Exhibit 8
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Father's Anguish
KSTP
• Megan Link, Reporter
• Paul McEnroe, Producer
• Jason Hanson, Editor
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bad Contractor
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Photographer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Reckoning
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
CATEGORY #12B
CRIME - PROGRAM SPECIAL/FEATURE/SEGMENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Whole People: A New Response
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Amanda Reardon, Supervising Producer
• Kaolee Vang, Production Manager
• Susan Thao, Production Assistant
• Caissa Casarez, Production Assistant
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Terry Gray, Field Audio & Sweetening
• Angela Heins, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Editor
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Design
• Alyssa Fuller, Media Asset Specialist
CATEGORY #13A
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Blood Brothers
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Aaron Goodyear, Photographer
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dad Rock Radio
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Smiley Sandy
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Adam Carter, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Going Viral: How an 8-Year-Old Became China's Biggest Celebrity
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Reporter/Writer
• David Porter, Photographer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Prairie Christmas
KELO
• Don Jorgensen, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
CATEGORY #13B
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Author Nora McInerny
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Senior Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography/Editor
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Joseph Demko, Post-Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Online Editor
• Ben Malley, Graphics
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director/Arts And Culture
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Making of 'Come Through' with TU Dance/Bon Iver and SPCO's Liquid Music
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography/ Editor
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Mark Hentges, Photographer
• Eric Pagel, Lead Audio
• Terry Gray, Audio
• Jennilee Park, Audio
• Joseph Demko, Re-Recording Mixer
• Ezra Gold, Editor/Colorist
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director/Arts And Culture
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Creating for the Temporary
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dance Group Al Taw’am Reimagines the World
Twin Cities PBS
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Joseph Demko, Field/Post Production Audio
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Diana Fraser, Production Manager
• Alyssa Fuller, Senior Media Asset Specialist
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director/Arts And Culture
• Amie Miller, Managing Director/Content Development
• Donna Saul Millen, Managing Director/Events & Engagement
• Jennifer O'Byrne, Events Specialist
• Ann Pavlish, Graphic Designer
• Ezra Gold, Animation
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
One Step at a Time
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Original - Dem Atlas
Twin Cities PBS
• Ryan Klabunde, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Slade Kemmet, Photographer
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Matt Mead, Post Production Coordinator/Photographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Post-Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Online Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director/Arts And Culture
CATEGORY #13C
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - PROGRAM
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stories of the State
WEAU
• Andrew Felix, Executive Producer
• Judy Clark, Moderator
• Tom Benson, Production
• Keith Grohn, Photographer
• Jeff Ralph, Photographer
• Carrie Vigo, Photographer
• Duane Wolter III, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Music for Mandela: Minnesota Orchestra in South Africa
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Producer
• Ezra Gold, Editor
• Mark Hentges, Director Of Photography
• Tom Hambleton, Supervising Sound Editor And Re-recording Mixer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Brennan Vance, Camera
• Ben Malley, Senior Graphics Designer
• Anne Guttridge, Production Coordinator
• Shari Lamke, Production Manager
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents Rusalka
Iowa PBS
• Judy Blank, Producer/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Chad Aubrey, Engineer In Charge
• Kevin Rivers, Technical Director
• Julie Knutson, Technical Director
• Jim Leasure, Audio Engineer
• David Feingold, Audio Engineer
• Neal Kyer, Video Engineer/Editor
• Rick Fuller, Crew Chief/Camera Operator
• Scott Faine, Camera Operator
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Laura Shannon, Production Supervisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Moment of Truth
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making It Opera: The Filthy Habit
PBS North
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer/Co-Director
• Steven Ash, Co-Director/Editor
• Lance Haavisto, Photographer
• Tomas Soderberg, Photographer
CATEGORY #14A
BUSINESS/CONSUMER: NEWS - SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Billion Dollar Threat
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Scamming the scammers
KARE
• Sharon Yoo, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Target Price Switch
KARE
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Funding Fee Fiasco
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Aaron Adelson, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Behind the Business Composite
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
CATEGORY #14B
BUSINESS/CONSUMER: PROGRAM - FEATURE SEGMENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
My Cottage Grove: Jaron Garland
SWCTC
• Justin Atkinson, Director/Writer/Editor
• Lonnie Garland, Director Of Photography
• Ann Schweisguth, Aerial Photography
• Bob McSherry, Camera Operator
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Pollinator Friendly Solar
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Max Grabow, Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Assistant Producer
• Lisa Cownie, Voice Artist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Market to Market: Joni's Journey
Iowa PBS
• John Torpy, Producer/Videographer
• David Miller, Executive Producer
• Neal Kyer, Production Technician
• David Feingold, Production Technician
• Julie Knutson, Production Technician
• Jim Leasure, Senior Production Technician
CATEGORY #15A
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pushing the Limits
KSTP
• Tim Vetscher, Producer
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Ana Lastra, Producer
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
• Dylan Jacobson, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Stay Away Pay
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Jeff Kummer, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Caught On Camera: Officers Use Of Body Cameras Questioned
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Producer
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
• Lee Rouse, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #15B
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fred Hubbell seeks to turn business knowledge/family ties/into public service
Des Moines Register
• Brian Powers, Video Journalist/Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Political Brew
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Kim Reynolds faces the hardest glass ceiling: The race to be Iowa's next governor
Des Moines Register
• Kelsey Kremer, Photo Journalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Exploring Local Government Aid
CCX Media/Northwest Community Television
• Shannon Slatton Schwartz, Producer/Reporter
• Benjamin Kroll, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #15C
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - PROGRAM
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Celebrating Women
WOI
• Sabrina Ahmed, Anchor
• Sarah Beckman, Executive Producer
• Elias Johnson, Videojournalist
• Don Schmith, Chief Photographer
• Sharon Lilly, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Almanac at the Capitol
Twin Cities PBS
• Kari Kennedy, Series Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Anchor/Reporter
• David Gillette, Anchor/Reporter
• Scott Trotman, Field Director/Videographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Jerry Lakso, Editor
• JoAnn Babic, Director
• John Forsberg, Field Audio Engineer
• Eric Pagel, Audio Engineer
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
1st Congressional District Debate
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Weig, Moderator
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Election Night 2018
KWWL
• Zach Garcia, Producer
• Ron Steele, Anchor
• Abby Turpin, Anchor
• Amanda Gilbert, Reporter
• Lauren Moss, Reporter
• Ashley Neighbor, Reporter
• Jalyn Souchek, Reporter
• Taylor Vessel, Reporter
• Daniel Hampe, Photographer
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
• Allison Gibson, News Director
• Sara Belmont, Assignment Manager
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Commitment 2018: Iowa Governor Debate
KCCI
• Heidi Gojkovich, Producer
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
• Steve Karlin, Moderator
• Kathie Obradovich, Moderator
• Dave Busiek, News Director
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Dakota Dodge, Engineer
• Justin Wolber, Engineer
• Al Snyder, Engineer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
At Issue with Tom Hauser: Post-2018 Midterm Election Special
KSTP
• Amanda Theisen, Senior Producer
• Tom Hauser, Anchor/Host
• Kevin Hinkle, Director
CATEGORY #16
CHILDREN/TEEN
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Kids Clubhouse Adventures: Sound
Iowa PBS
• Dan Wardell, Creator/Host
• Abby Brown, Co-host
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Theresa Knight, Producer
• Cameron McCoy, Producer
• Scott Faine, Puppeteer
• David Feingold, Editor
• Jim Leasure, Sound
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Huddle
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Christian Rangel, Producer/Editor
• Candice Anderson, Producer
• Brandon Clemens, Producer
• Madison Cortese, Producer
• Allie Krings, Host
CATEGORY #17A
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
School Lunches: Then vs. Now
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Ben Garvin, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Librarian on Wheels
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Educating Elliott
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Myron's Mind
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breaking Point: Violence and Outrageous Behavior in Classrooms
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Dan Winters, Reporter
CATEGORY #17B
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
TUNE Camp
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Host/Narrator
• Max Grabow, Production Assistant
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Reclaiming Dakota Hand Games
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Becoming Native Scientists
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
CATEGORY #18A
HEALTH - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Riding For Love
KAAL
• Laura Lee, Reporter/Producer
• Chad Corey, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gene's Big Dumb Kidneys
KARE
• Adam Jukkola, Editor
• Adrienne Broaddus, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bill & Becca's Bond
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A dementia friendly state of mind
KARE
• Greg Vandegrift, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Posting the Positive: The Chris Chronicles
WDIO
• Renee Passal, Reporter
• Carl Sauer, Photographer
CATEGORY #18B
HEALTH - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Giving Voice Chorus: Love Never Forgets
Twin Cities PBS
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Photographer/Editor
• Robert Hutchings, Photographer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Mark Hentges, Photographer
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Matt Mead, Photographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Julie Censullo, Production Manager
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director Arts And Culture
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Journey for a Cure
Mayo Clinic
• Ian Roth, Reporter
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Road to Hearing for Baby Aida
Mayo Clinic
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
• Vivien Williams, Reporter
• Jason Howland, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Andy's Smile
Mayo Clinic
• Ian Roth, Reporter
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
• Andy Shilts, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hari's Heart Print
Susan Bordson LLC
• Susan Bordson, Writer/Producer
• Nate Maydole, Director Of Cinematography
• Nick Mihalevich, Sound Designer
CATEGORY #19A
SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mae Jemison, First Black Woman in Space Shows the Sky
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Recycling Future
WHO
• Megan Reuther, Reporter
• Sam Lozada, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Seemore's Bubble Butt
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
• Tom Cornell, Underwater Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Recycling Refresher
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Zero Waste
KBJR
• Anthony Matt, Reporter
• Blake Melin, Chief Photojournalist
CATEGORY #19B
SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Raptors Bald and Golden
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Host
• Max Grabow, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bear 56
Ron Schara Productions
• Ron Schara, Host
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Outdoors: Acoustic Ecology
Iowa PBS
• Patrick Boberg, Producer/Music
• Andrew Batt, Executive Producer
• Travis Graven, Producer
• Scott Siepker, Host
• Kellie Kramer, Host
• David Feingold, Audio
• Chad Aubrey, Editor
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Tiffany Hill, Assistant Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Life's A Beach
Ron Schara Productions
• Travis Frank, Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer & Editor
CATEGORY #20A
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Whiskey and Rhymes
WHO
• Mike Borland, Photojournalist
• Ben Oldac, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From MN/With Love
KARE
• Karla Hult, Reporter/Photographer
• Adam Jukkola, Editor
• Jason Steussy, Editor
• Chad Nelson, Editor
• Ben Garvin, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10,000 Stories: John Donaldson
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I want to live! - A Native American Marine's Transplant Denial
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Piece Of Nostalgia
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Photographer
• Courtney Godfrey, News Reporter
CATEGORY #20B
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The A is for Auschwitz
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Celebrates 50 Years
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Slade Kemmet, Editor
• Mark Hentges, Photographer
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Field Audio
• Minju Kim, Production Assistant
• Ezra Gold, Colorist/ Post Production Audio
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director/Arts And Culture
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Greetings From Iowa - Sikh in the Spotlight
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Paul Yeager, Associate Producer
• Tiffany Hill, Assistant Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paul Anderson: History Collector
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
CATEGORY #20C
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - PROGRAM
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Majestic Chaos
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
USS Sioux City - The Journey
KTIV
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Jake Rains, Photographer
• Keith Bliven, Producer
• Greg Fisher, Director
• Andy Benz, Engineer
• Trevor Huber, Director
• Josh Goodman, Voice Talent
• David Washburn, Floor Director
• Bridget Breen, Executive Producer
• Jonathon Rouse, Engineer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Flour Power
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer/Writer/Director
• Katie O'Rourke, Associate Producer
• Jearlyn Steele, Narrator
• Ted Hinck, Production Manager
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Designer
• Joseph Demko, Audio Sweetening
• Brendan Henehan, Managing Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making It Lincoln Park
PBS North
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer/Director
• Steven Ash, Photographer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alderstrappen: Steps of Life
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
CATEGORY #21A
MILITARY - NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dangerously Defective
KSTP
• Tim Vetscher, Producer
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photojournalist
• Joe Augustine, Executive Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Ana Lastra, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Neighborhood Heroes in Kuwait
WCCO
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
• Tom Aviles, Photojournalist
• Patrick Armijo, Assistant News Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Final Act of Service
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Failing Private Burnham
KSTP
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Jared Bergerson, Photograher
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Ana Lastra, Producer
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bringing History Home
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Writer/Editor/Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Freedom Rock
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
CATEGORY #21B
MILITARY - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gawlik Family
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Decade of Honor
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hunting The Alleys
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Man Behind the Name: Marcus Kuboy
SWCTC
• Bob McSherry, Producer
• Lonnie Garland, Photography
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Veterans Voices: Titan Project
WOI
• April Samp, Producer/News Director
• Elias Johnson, Host/Reporter
• Sarah Beckman, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #22A
SPORTS - NEWS STORY/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tackle Cancer: Luke Bonte
KARE
• Randy Shaver, Anchor/Reporter
• Craig Norkus, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Joe Mauer's Final Game
Minnesota Twins
• Peter Nelson, Photographer/Editor/Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond the Gridiron - Iceland
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer/Editor/Camera
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Irv Cross Story
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rapid City Cheerleaders, Tragedy of 1968
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Nate Wek, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Boxer for a Day
KCCI
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
• Cynthia Fodor, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ely Marathon
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
CATEGORY #22B
SPORTS - PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
George Pelawa
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Audra Martin, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: No Nonsense
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• David Brown, Producer
• Dan Ludeman, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beattys at Beargrease
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Editor/Videographer
• Bret Amundson, Host
• Max Grabow, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eduardo Escobar
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Sophia Minnaert, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dear Kyle
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer/Editor/Camera Operator
• Brett Taber, Producer
• Logan Johnson, Producer
• Quinn Adams, Producer
• Candice Anderson, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #22C
SPORTS - PROGRAM SERIES (OUTSIDE OF NEWS)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Becoming Wild: Hit The Road With The Minnesota Wild
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Executive Producer
• Pat O'Connor, Producer
• Peter Keffer, Editor
• Dustin Peterson, Videographer
• Kevin Falness, Voice Talent
• Brandon McCauley, Videographer
• Aaron Sickman, Talent Coordinator
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Finding A Way
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• David Brown, Reporter
• Tom Nieman, Host
• Jody Norstedt, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Town Ball Uniquely Minnesota
Big G Media
• Mike Griak, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
DREAM. STATE. Season 3
Public Works
• Derek Bitter, Executive Producer/Writer
• Ian Fritz, Producer
• Patrick Reagan, Director Of Photography/Editor
• Conor Murphy, Director Of Photography/Editor
• Matt Lundmark, Producer
• Anne Anderson, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Behind The Loon | Wonderwall
Minnesota United FC
• Daniel Claxton, Executive Producer
• Samuel Plucker, Producer/Cinematographer/Editor
• Jonathan Whitney, Graphics Production
• Scott Sikich, Cinematographer
• Jon Sadeh, Cinematographer
CATEGORY #22D
SPORTS - ONE-TIME SPECIAL
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Spotlight: Jack's Journey
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Tom Hanneman, Host
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Dan Truebenbach, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spotlight: Twins Latin Players
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Roy Smalley, Reporter
• Sophia Minnaert, Reporter
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Matthew Gangl, Director
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Chelsea Johnson, Producer
• Jamie Hersch, Host
• Ben Clymer, Analyst
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Vikings Draft Review Show
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Darius Smith, Producer
• Allan Wertheimer, Director
• Arthur Kuh, Graphics
• Candice Anderson, Producer
• Mike Huiras, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Spring Football All-Access
HawkVision Productions
• Christopher Ruth, Producer/Cinematographer/Editor
• Parker Dilley, Cinematographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rosie 50 Years
WCCO
• Matt Liddy, Executive Producer
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Dave Hillestad, Director
• Thomas Ryther, Photographer
• Sean Skinner, Photographer
• Jodi Oelfke, Editor
• Kari Postotnik, Editor
• Grant Verdon, Editor
• Robyn Black, Editor
• Seth Gow, Editor
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
CATEGORY #23
SPORTS EVENT/GAME – LIVE/UNEDITED - PROGRAM/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota State Boys Hockey Tournament-2A Final-Edina vs. Eden Prairie
KSTC
• Dennis Silva, Executive Producer
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Brian Monahan, Studio Producer
• Jim Erickson, Play-By-Play
• Lou Nanne, Color Analyst
• Tori Holt, Sideline Reporter
• Joe Schmit, Studio Host
• Mike McGraw, Studio Analyst
• Dave Palmquist, Studio Analyst
• Taylor Stein, Editor/Photographer
• Monica Doyle, Director Of Operations
• Tim McDonough, Graphic Designer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Prep Bowl-Lakeville North vs. Eden Prairie-6A Championship Game
KSTC
• Dennis Silva, Executive Producer
• Brian Monahan, Studio Producer
• Dave Lee, Play-By-Play
• Corbin Lacina, Color Analyst
• Tori Holt, Sideline Reporter
• Joe Schmit, Studio Host
• Larry Thompson, Studio Analyst
• Taylor Stein, Editor/Photographer
• Monica Doyle, Director Of Operations
• Tim McDonough, Graphic Designer
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Jesse Marquette, Technical Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MN Twins Baseball: Joe Mauer Tribute
Bally Sports North
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matthew Gangl, Director
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Bert Blyleven, Analyst
• Audra Martin, Reporter
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MN Twins Baseball - Devin Smeltzer Debut
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Matthew Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Jordan Austin, Director
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Dick Bremer, Play By Play
• Jack Morris, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hockey Day Minnesota 2019 - Minnesota State vs Bemidji State
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matthew Gangl, Director
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Chris Vosters, Play By Play
• Kevin Gorg, Analyst
• Krissy Pohl, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Jim Bothun, Associate Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Bob Rohde, Operations
CATEGORY #24A
WEATHER - SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Weathering a Brutal Winter
WCCO
• Jeff Wagner, Reporter
• Nick Lunemann, Photographer
• Joe Mears, Photographer
• Joe Mears, Photographer
• Mike Durenberger, Photographer
• Bill Middeke, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Good Question: How much colder were Minnesota winters?
WCCO
• Heather Brown, Reporter
• Jose Pascual, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Following Too Closely
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Reporter
• Craig Norkus, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Summer Weather Ready
WDIO
• Justin Liles, Chief Meteorologist
• Brandon Weathers, Meteorologist
• Taylor Dayton, Meteorologist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Through the Ice
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• David Porter, Photographer
• Bea Chang, Photographer
• Travis Kobs, Photographer
• Dan Crowe, Photographer
• Rieta Buttaro Mikkelsen, Producer
CATEGORY #24B
WEATHER - PROGRAM/SPECIAL
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Weathering the Storm
KCCI
• Alex Payne, Producer
• Beth Sorensen, Producer
• Kurtis Gertz, Chief Meteorologist
• Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
• Metinka Slater, Meteorologist
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
• Laura Terrell, Reporter
• Chris Gothner, Reporter
• John Houghton, Photographer
• Todd Magel, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Our New Weather
KBJR
• Kevin Jacobsen, Producer
• Keith Hopkins, Producer & Photographer
• Ben Read, Producer
• Chris Brown, Producer
• Paige Rautio, Producer
• Dan Pugleasa, Producer
• Nick Beatie, Producer
• Adam Clark, Chief Meteorologist
• Adam Lorch, Meteorologist
• Briggs LeSavage, Reporter
• Ryan Haff, Reporter
• Daniel Wolfe, Host
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Storm Ready
KARE
• Jeremiah Jacobsen, Producer
• Belinda Jensen, Anchor/Meteorologist
• Laura Betker, Meteorologist
• Sven Sundgaard, Meteorologist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rising Waters: The making of the 2019 flood forecast
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Editor/Producer/Meteorologist
• Terry Swails, Meteorologist
• Rebecca Kopelman, Meteorologist
• Brandon Marshall, Meteorologist
• Scott Zimdar, Photojournalist/Drone Operator
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rebuilding Paradise
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Producer
• Andrew Nelson, Photographer
CATEGORY #25A
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Land & Sky
Iowa PBS
• Andrew Batt, Executive Producer/Camera
• Patrick Boberg, Producer/Camera
• Travis Graven, Producer/Voice Over Talent
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• David Feingold, Audio
• Chad Aubrey, Editor
• Kevin Rivers, Editor
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Tiffany Hill, Assistant Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Whole People: Healing Journeys
Twin Cities PBS
• Kevin Dragseth, Producer
• Amanda Reardon, Supervising Producer
• Kaolee Vang, Production Manager
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Angie Heins, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Editor
• Susan Thao, Production Assistant
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Design
• Jack Davis, Videographer
• Joseph Demko, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The People's Protectors
Twin Cities PBS
• Leya Hale, Director/Producer/Offline Editor
• Brent Michael Davids, Composer
• Robert Hutchings, Director Of Photography/Online Editor
• Jonathan Thunder, Animator
• Kate Gibson, Production Manager
• Diana Fraser, Associate Producer
• Joseph Demko, Audio Mixer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Shari Lamke, Executive Producer
• Delinda Pushetonequa, Production Assitant
• Shirley K. Sneve, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #25B
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jim Crow of the North
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer/Director
• Katie O'Rourke, Associate Producer
• Ted Hinck, Production Manager
• Robert Hutchings, Director Of Photography
• Jim Kron, Additional Videography
• Carrie Clark, Editor/Animation Design
• Joseph Demko, Audio Sweetening
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Designer
• Brendan Henehan, Managing Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Made in St. Paul: Stories from the Ford plant
Myers Communications Group
• Peter B. Myers, Executive Producer/Writer
• Skip Davis, Editor
• Cathy Wurzer, Narrator
• Matt Ehling, Director Of Photography
• Joseph Demko, Audio Mix
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Landmarks - Keeping History Alive
Pioneer PBS
• Timothy Bakken, Videography/Editor
• Doug Ohman, Host/Producer
CATEGORY #25C
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Prussia
Click Content Studios
• Cody Rogness, Photographer/Editor/Producer
• Jim Manney, Executive Producer/Producer
• Aaron Godard, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Game On: Women Can Coach
Twin Cities PBS
• Carrie Clark, Producer/Offline Editor
• Shari Lamke, Executive Producer
• Julie Censullo, Production Manager
• Kate Gibson, Supervising Production Manager
• Matt Ehling, Videographer
• Katie Lescarbeau, Additional Videography
• Jennilee Park, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Audio Sweetening
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Amanda Reardon, Supervising Producer
• Ben Malley, Senior Graphic Designer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Meth: A Crisis in Our Community
WQOW
• Kristen Shill, Producer
• Keith Edwards, Anchor
• Chris Hoyt, Videographer
• Shannon Satterlee, Reporter
• Samantha Wensel, Reporter
• Hannah Utecht, Graphic Designer
• Stephen Kelley, Anchor
• Steve Bland, Editor
• Dave Solie, Reporter
• Heather Armstrong, Reporter
• Travis Judell, Photographer/Editor
• Elizabeth Briggson, Photographer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2018-2019 Iowa Wrestling
HawkVision Productions
• Matt Nelson, Director/Producer/Editor/Photographer
• Parks McBride, Photographer
• Andrew Sherry, Photographer
CATEGORY #26
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Faster Fire
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Devin Krinke, Photographer
• Adam Jukkola, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Skimmer Thefts
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Garrett Young, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
VMC
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Ben Elling, Executive Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Graphics
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photojournalist
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photojournalist
• Sam Schild, Production Assistant
• Jared Christie, Scheduler
• Don Stremski, Closed Captioning
• Lindsey Hayes, Host
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Land and Sky: The Importance of Freshwater Mussels
Iowa PBS
• Patrick Boberg, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Andrew Batt, Executive Producer
• Tiffany Morgan, Education Producer
• Shane Straka, Education Producer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Tiffany Hill, Assistant Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Good Question Composite
WCCO
• Heather Brown, Reporter
• Jose Pascual, Photographer
CATEGORY #27
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Close Up: The Gun Debate
KCCI
• John Houghton, Photographer/Editor
• Shaina Humphries, Anchor
• Kimberly Steenhoek, Producer
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Julia Manning, Producer
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Twisted Sisters
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Bret Amundson, Host/Editor
• Dylan Curfman, Videographer
• Max Grabow, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mary Lahammer Interviews
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Reporter
• Scott Trotman, Photographer
• Jerry Lakso, Editor
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Enough Said
KMSP
• Lori Fisher, Senior Executive Producer
• Dan Barreiro, Host
• Justin Gaard, Host
• Christine Bastolich, Director
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Rob King, Editor
• Evan Anderson, Floor Director
• Ryan Rablin, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KSMQ Health Connections: Alzheimer's & Caregiving
KSMQ
• Stephanie Passingham, Executive Producer
• Ken Stone, Producer/Director
• Eric Olson, Host
• Edward Nelson, Technical Director/Graphic Design
• Kevin Hanson, Audio
• Matthew Bluhm, Camera Operator
• Donny Rowles, Camera Operator
• Marty Burnham, Graphics Operator
CATEGORY #28
MAGAZINE
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Destination Polaris - Voyageurs, MN
Ron Schara Productions
• Jared Christie, Host/Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer/Editor/Graphics
• Kyle Heidenreich, Media Managment
• Ben Elling, Photographer/Editor
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photographer/Editor
• Don Stremski, Closed Captioning
• Sam Schild, Production Assistant
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making It Up North: Off the Lake
PBS North
• Steven Ash, Director Of Photography/Editor
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer/Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Land & Sky: The Mississippi River
Iowa PBS
• Patrick Boberg, Producer/Music/Camera
• Andrew Batt, Executive Producer
• Travis Graven, Producer/Voice Over Talent
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• David Feingold, Audio
• Chad Aubrey, Editor
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Tiffany Hill, Assistant Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Original: Author Nora McInerny/Photographer Amy Ballinger and Liquid Music's Come Through with TU Dance and Bon Iver
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Ryan Klabunde, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography/Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Audio
• Ben Malley, Senior Graphics Designer
• Mark Hentges, Camera
• Jack Davis, Camera
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Lisa Richards, Coordinating Producer
CATEGORY #29A
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS -NEWS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
ALICE: Hidden In Plain Sight
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
• Eric Gooden, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justice de-railed
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• David Peterlinz, Editor
• George Marincel, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wild/Wild/Weed
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inside Tent City
WCCO
• Tom Aviles, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Farmer Immigration Battle
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Adam Jukkola, Producer
CATEGORY #29B
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS -PROGRAM FEATURE/SEGMENT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
More Than A Game
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer/Editor
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Brett Taber, Producer
• Kevin Warren, Producer
• Rick Spielman, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Lester Bagley, Producer
• Jeff Anderson, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Painting a Vanished World
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Water Depends on Us
Uptop Films
• Ryan Grams, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Greetings From Iowa - The Oakdale Community Choir
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Editor
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Armani Wilson, Assistant Producer
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Tiffany Hill, Assistant Producer
• Paul Yeager, Associate Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Haunted Hospital?
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Reporter/Producer
• Scott Trotman, Photographer
• Jerry Lakso, Editor
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #29C
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - PROGRAM
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KELOLAND News Special Report: Opioid Crisis
KELO
• Angela Kennecke, Anchor Reporter
• Anna Peters, Producer
• Michael Geheren, Producer
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
• Tory Stolen, Photographer
• Perry Groten, Reporter
• Thom Morrow, Photgrapher
• Don Jorgensen, Reporter
• Brady Mallory, Reporter
• Sammi Bjelland, Reporter
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Karen Sherman, Digital Content Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Family Fights for Survival This Week in Iowa Special
WOI
• Sabrina Ahmed, Host/Reporter
• Don Schmith, Chief Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
North At A Crossroads
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hooked to Heal
WXOW
• Dustin Luecke, Anchor/Producer
• Steve Bland, Director
• Andrea Albers, Anchor/Producer
• Heather Armstrong, Reporter
• Dave Solie, Reporter
• Brittany Lake, Reporter
• Elizabeth Briggson, Editor/Photographer
• Travis Judell, Editor/Photographer
• Nick Bjerke, Editor/Photographer
• Sean Dwyer, News Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Black History: Sharing Our Story
KARE
• David Porter, Photographer
• Adrienne Broaddus, Anchor
• Nicole Muehlhausen Young, Producer
CATEGORY #30
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE (OTHER THAN NEWS OR SPORTS)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
North Iowa Band Festival Parade
KIMT
• Amy Fleming, Anchor
• Raquel Hellman, Anchor
• Chris Nelson, Meteorologist
• Kaleb Gillock, Reporter
• Jon Bendickson, Producer
• Nick Haxton, Technical Director
• Kirk Liefstedt, Audio
• Anthony Dahle, Executive Producer
• Timothy McCleary, Director
• James Ripperger, Camera Operator
• Ben Weber, Camera Operator
• Brian Tabick, Camera Operator
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
6th Annual Clouds Choir for a Cause 2018
Atomic K Records & Productions
• Karl Demer, Producer/Director
• Todd Randall, Director Of Photography
CATEGORY #31
INTERSTITIAL
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Great American Read - Miniature Books Interstitial
Iowa PBS
• Cameron McCoy, Producer/Videographer
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Sarah Lewis, Voice Over Talent
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Public Art Profiles
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Weavers Guild: Sustainability
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Native Treaties: Making Relations
Twin Cities PBS
• Missy Whiteman, Producer
• Carrie Clark, Post Producer
• Julie Censullo, Production Manager
• Slade Kemmet, Videographer
• Johnny Hagen, Field Audio
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Shari Lamke, Supervising Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
My MN Story: Joe
Twin Cities PBS
• Adam Geiger, Producer
• David Roth, Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director/Arts And Culture
CATEGORY #32A
LIFESTYLE - FEATURE/SEGMENT/SERIES
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Know Your Farmer
Minnesota Farmers Union
• Bruce Miller, Producer
• Whitney Allen, Director/Editor
• Kellen Witschen, Cinematographer
• Gary Wertish, Executive Producer
• Michelle Medina, Associate Producer
• Rich Wallin, Executive Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Armless Archer
Ron Schara Productions
• Travis Frank, Producer
• Kyle Heidenreich, Editor
• Josh Bryant, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Black Market StP
Twin Cities PBS
• David Roth, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography/ Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post-Production Audio
• Skip Davis, Online Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director/Arts And Culture
• Johnny Hagen, Field Audio Engineer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Katelin's Day
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Cy Dodson, Photojournalist
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
DeRusha Eats
WCCO
• Jason DeRusha, Reporter/Producer
• Robyn Black, Producer/Photographer
• Arthur Phillips, Photographer
CATEGORY #32B
LIFESTYLE - PROGRAM/SPECIAL
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Made for the Outdoors - Alpacka Raft
Ron Schara Productions
• Ben Elling, Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photojournalist/Editor/VFX
• Lindsey Hayes, Host/Producer
• Jared Christie, Managing Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alaska
Ron Schara Productions
• Ron Schara, Host
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Culinary Artists
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Senior Producer
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Slade Kemmet, Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post-Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Online Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director/Arts And Culture
CATEGORY #33A
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSA) - SINGLE SPOT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Randy Shaver 2 For 2
KARE
• Dan Crowe, Editor/Photographer
• Travis Kobs, Producer/Photographer
• Janeen Vogelaar, Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Lyon County Mattress Recycling Program
Blue Key Media
• Dan West, Co-Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Mark Rolseth, Co-Director/Cinematographer/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Skoldiers
Vikings Entertainment Network
• GH Ridpath, Director
• Matt Engstrom, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Rosemary Pledge
Twin Cities PBS
• Robert Edwards V, Producer/Animator
• Julie Censullo, Production Manager
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Eric Pagel, Audio
• Ulysses Zackery, Voice Over
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cancer Fighters
Twin Cities PBS
• Robert Edwards V, Producer/Animator
• Kaolee Vang, Production Manager
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Terry Gray, Audio Recorder
• Brittany Shrimpton, Voice Over Talent
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Summer Meal Meet-Ups
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
• Mike Caudle, Producer
CATEGORY #33B
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS) - CAMPAIGN
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX9 Top Teacher 2019 Campaign
KMSP
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Animator
• Ally Jennrich, Editor
• Burke Daneman, Director
• Justin Lund, Videographer
• David Pint, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Classical15
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
• Alec Kintigh, Cinematographer
• Danny Krueger, Producer
• Alyse Iorio, Cinematographer
• Jenny Olson, Photographer
CATEGORY #34A
PROMOTION: NEWS - SINGLE SPOT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Little Sioux Tornado: 10 Years Later
KTIV
• David Washburn, Writer/Producer
• Jake Rains, Editor/Producer
• Bridget Breen, Writer/Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Addiction or Murder?
KSTP
• Taylor Stein, Senior Writer/Producer
• Shawn Braith, Associate Creative Services Director
• Kirk Szesny, Creative Services Director
• Joe Augustine, Investigative Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Target Pricing Switch
KARE
• Dan Crowe, Producer/Editor/Graphics
• Janeen Vogelaar, Director Of Marketing & Creative
• Chris Hrapsky, Talent/Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fox 9 Investigators: Excessive Force
KMSP
• Justin Lund, Producer
• Burke Daneman, Director
• David Pint, Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Unsolved Amy
KARE
• Dan Crowe, Producer/Editor/Photographer
• Travis Kobs, Assistant Camera
• Janeen Vogelaar, Director Of Marketing & Creative
CATEGORY #34B
PROMOTION: NEWS - IMAGE
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sunrise Fresh Quotes
KARE
• Travis Kobs, Producer/Editor/Graphics/DP
• Janeen Vogelaar, Director Of Marketing & Creative
• Dan Crowe, Production Assistant
• Lee Stridsberg, Production Assistant
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox 9 Investigator Image 2019
KMSP
• Justin Lund, Producer
• Burke Daneman, Director
• David Pint, Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Groundhog Campaign Ad
KXLT
• Sarah Vrabel, Editor/Scriptwriter
• Joseph McDevitt, Editor/Scriptwriter
• Ted Schmidt, Talent
• Jennifer Janvrin, Supervisor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Times Are a Changin’
KMSP
• Burke Daneman, Director
• David Pint, Producer
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Producer/Shooter/Editor
• Justin Lund, Producer/Writer
• Ally Jennrich, Producer/Writer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Writer/Producer
CATEGORY #34C
PROMOTION: PROGRAM - SINGLE SPOT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
45TV Institute of Laughter - Dr. Chuck Ells and The Goldbergs Rap
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, Writer/Producer/Editor/Actor
• Nick Scholten, Photographer
• Derek Hageness, Graphics
• Ben Musel, Key Grip
• Shawn Braith, Associate Creative Services Director
• Kirk Szesny, Creative Services Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The PJ Fleck Show Promo
KMSP
• Justin Lund, Producer
• Burke Daneman, Director
• David Pint, Writer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Videographer
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Transcendence
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Thielen, Producer/Director
• Ben Pimlott, Art Director
• Spencer Olson, Sound Design/Titles
• Jacob Velander, Director Of Photography
• Spencer Nelson, Assistant Camera
• Tracy Mailloux, Gaffer
• Max Benson, Prop Maker
• Kurt Thielen, Set Design
• Annie Gruba, Makeup
• Jonn Robinet, Production Assistant
• David Vanderwarn, Production Assistant
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This Is Game Day
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Scott Kegley, Producer/Director
• Davis Paul, Director And DP
• Per Jerner, 1st Camera
• Patrick Wood, 2nd Camera
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Greg Bostrom, Producer
• Darius Smith, Producer
• Allan Wertheimer, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Evolution - Feat. Karl-Anthony Towns
Minnesota Timberwolves
• Erik Nelson, Executive Producer
• Chadwick Folkestad, Executive Producer
• Ryan Thielen, Producer
• Kyle Moe, DP
• Ben Pimlott, Art Director
• Spencer Olson, Post Production Supervisor
• Jonn Robinet, Set Decorator
• David Vanderwarn, Line Producer
• Ben Krych, BTS Videographer
CATEGORY #35A
COMMERCIAL - SINGLE SPOT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Blue Moon Restaurant
WLAX
• Paul Bjorge, Producer
• Tyler Ike, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Archetype - The Sign Whisperers
Creative Soul Video
• Mark Anderson, Executive Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Sam Scaman, Cinematographer/Assistant DP
• John Overby, Cinematographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Timberwolves - Prince Vinyl Release
Minnesota Timberwolves
• Noah Ferche, Executive Producer
• Joe Kronenberg, Producer/Editor
• Douglas Price, Producer/Editor
• Erik Nelson, Producer
• Barry Andersson, Director Of Photography/Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Downtown Cedar Rapids Sucks - Entertainment
Fusionfarm
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director
• Pranav Shrestha, Strategist
• Margaret Singh, Videographer - Art Director
• Seth Smith, Senior Art Director - Animator/Videographer
• Kacie Long, Writer - Strategist
• Shaina Boylan, Producer - Account Manager
CATEGORY #35B
COMMERCIAL - CAMPAIGN
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
US Bank - ATM Series
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Producer/Director
• Ben Pimlott, Editor
• Spencer Olson, Motion Graphics
• David Vanderwarn, Line Producer
• Kyle Moe, DP
• Carsten Johnson, AC
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Farmer's Union Insurance Image Campaign
Video Arts Studios
• Jim Kirwan, Writer/Producer
• Marty Halgrimson, Director Of Photography
• Anthony Chaput, Co-writer
• Scott Tostenrud, Editor
CATEGORY #36A
DIRECTOR - LIVE OR RECORDED LIVE
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
2019 Minnesota Twins Baseball
Bally Sports North
• Matthew Gangl, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tornado Outbreak
KCCI
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL News at 10 Composite
KWWL
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
CATEGORY #36B
DIRECTOR - POST PRODUCTION/SHORT FORM
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
American Diabetes Association - Camp Needlepoint
Acowsay Film Company
• Alyse Iorio, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Transcendence - Feat. Danielle Hunter
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
LUMINARY Commercial Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Evolution - Feat. Karl-Anthony Towns
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Director
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
105 By Hand
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
CATEGORY #37A
EDITOR - NEWS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Chad Nelson Editor Composite
KARE
• Chad Nelson, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jeremiah Jacobsen
KARE
• Jeremiah Jacobsen, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Editing Compilation
KARE
• Ron Stover, Editor
CATEGORY #37B
EDITOR - SPORTS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Joe Mauer Timeline Tease
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Andover Football Intro
Wass Productions
• Shane Wasserman, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Auggie Awards 2019 Open
Wass Productions
• Shane Wasserman, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Transcendence - Feat. Danielle Hunter
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jim Bothun Composite
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Evolution - Feat. Karl-Anthony Towns
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Editor
CATEGORY #37C
EDITOR - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Water Depends on Us
Uptop Films
• Timmy Schrader, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matthew Bluhm Editor Composite
KSMQ
• Matthew Bluhm, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Young musicians find harmony on shores of Lake Vermillion
StarTribune
• Mark Vancleave, Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Parker Andersen - Editing Composite
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Editor
CATEGORY #38
GRAPHIC ARTS – GRAPHICS/ANIMATION
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Van Zetten - Graphic Art Composite
Vayne Productions
• Jason Van Zetten, Graphic Artist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Original Graphic Arts Composite
Twin Cities Media
• Ezra Gold, Senior Graphic Editor
• Ben Malley, Senior Graphics Designer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MC22 Sports Opens
Mediacom, MC22
• Brent Willett, Graphic Designer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
SkoLOL Animation Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• GH Ridpath, Graphics
• Glenn Gracia, Animator
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Connected Graphics Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• GH Ridpath, Graphics
CATEGORY #39A
WRITER - NEWS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz Writing Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hollingsworth Park
CCX Media/Northwest Community Television
• Shannon Slatton Schwartz, Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eric Hanson's This is Iowa
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
CATEGORY #39B
WRITER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Complexity of Simplicity
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Midco Sports Magazine: No Nonsense
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Armless Archer
Ron Schara Productions
• Travis Frank, Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cindy Dorn Writing Composite
Pioneer PBS
• Cindy Dorn, Writer
CATEGORY #40
NEWS PRODUCER
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Michael Geheren Composite
KELO
• Michael Geheren, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nicole Muehlhausen Young Composite
KARE
• Nicole Muehlhausen Young, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mike Verlo Composite
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jeremiah Jacobsen Producer Composite
KARE
• Jeremiah Jacobsen, Producer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kristen Shill Craft
WQOW
• Kristen Shill, Producer
CATEGORY #41A
TALENT - ANCHOR - NEWS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Belanger Anchor Composite
KSTP
• Matt Belanger, Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stella Daskalakis Composite
KTIV
• Stella Daskalakis Thurkill, Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason DeRusha Anchor
WCCO
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adrienne Broaddus Anchors
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jana Shortal Composite
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Breen Composite
KTIV
• Matt Breen, Anchor
CATEGORY #41B
TALENT - ANCHOR - WEATHER
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cold February Mike Modrick KOTA Territory News 10pm Feb 26 2019
KOTA
• Michael Modrick, Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Meteorologist Lisa Meadows
WCCO
• Lisa Meadows, Weather Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justin Liles Composite
WDIO
• Justin Liles, Chief Meteorologist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Meteorologist Nick Stewart composite
KGAN/KFXA
• Nick Stewart, Meteorologist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
John Gerard Composite
KPTH
• John Gerard, Chief Meteorologist
CATEGORY #41C
TALENT - ANCHOR - SPORTS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Hanneman Composite
Bally Sports North
• Tom Hanneman, Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Keith Murphy - Sports Anchor
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Owen Siebring Sports Anchor
KPTH
• Owen Siebring, Anchor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brad Pautsch Composite
KTIV
• Brad Pautsch, Anchor
CATEGORY #41D
TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jared Christie Host Destination Polaris
Ron Schara Productions
• Jared Christie, Host
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bill Sherck Host
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Host
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paul Allen Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Paul Allen, Host
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bret Amundson - Prairie Sportsman
Pioneer PBS
• Bret Amundson, Host
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mary Lahammer Host
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Moderator
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spotlight: Jack's Journey Hosted by Tom Hanneman
Bally Sports North
• Tom Hanneman, Host
CATEGORY #41E
TALENT - REPORTER
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Lyden - Afflict The Comfortable
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Boyd Huppert
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eric Rasmussen Reports
KSTP
• Eric Rasmussen, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A.J. Investigates
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adrienne Broaddus' Minority Report Composite
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
CATEGORY #41F
TALENT - PLAY-BY-PLAY/ANALYST
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jim Petersen: Wolves Analyst
Bally Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony LaPanta Composite
Bally Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Play By Play
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justin Morneau Composite
Bally Sports North
• Justin Morneau, Analyst
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
David Brown Composite
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Play-by-Play
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wes Walz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Wes Walz, Analyst
CATEGORY #42A
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tommy Platek Composite
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
J Val Making Photojournalism Great Again
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nelsons Composite
KARE
• Chad Nelson, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eli Gardiner composite
KMSP
• Eli Gardiner, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Missy Pham Story
KSFY/KDLT
• Dave Hauck, Photographer
CATEGORY #42B
PHOTOGRAPHER - SPORTS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Andover Football Intro
Wass Productions
• Shane Wasserman, Photographer
• Rose Woodworth, Photographer
• Dan Wasserman, Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Auggie Awards 2019 Open
Wass Productions
• Shane Wasserman, Photographer
• Dustin Wasserman, Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Dan Wasserman, Photographer
• Rose Woodworth, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Harvest of Our Success
Adrenaline Sports
• Nate Burdine, Director Of Photography
• Brad Dumke, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nate Vaughn Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Videographer
CATEGORY #42C
PHOTOGRAPHER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Parker Andersen - Photography Composite
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Collett's Clip Composite
UHC Newsroom - United HealthCare
• Rob Collett, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
LUMINARY Storyteller Series
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Water Depends on us
Uptop Films
• Ryan Grams, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dan Bolsem Composite
Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs
• Dan Bolsem, Photographer
CATEGORY #42D
PHOTOGRAPHER - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Flooded with Support
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Video Journalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Four Seasons
KELO
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cutting New Life into a Dying Tree
KDLT-TV
• Tyler Teal, Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fat Bikes of Itasca
Ron Schara Productions
• Ben Elling, Photographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
His Favorite Venture
KARE
• Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #43A
VIDEO JOURNALIST - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eva Andersen MMJ Day-Turn work
KGAN/KFXA
• Eva Andersen, Reporter/Photjournalist/Editor
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Heidi's Solo Stories
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gordon Severson Composite
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor/Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mystery Money
KELO
• Kelli Volk, Video Journalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aaron Adelson
KARE
• Aaron Adelson, Reporter/photographer
CATEGORY #43B
VIDEO JOURNALIST - NO TIME LIMIT
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Take KARE of Your Money Composite
KARE
• Gordon Severson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor/Writer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fire Ops 101 Training
Edina TV
• Jay Ness, Videojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Lifting Spirits
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Videographer
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Elias Johnson Reports
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Writer/Editor/Photojournalist
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dennis Rafftery Composite
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Photographer/Editor/Reporter
2019 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heidi Wigdahl Composite
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist
CATEGORY #01
OVERALL EXCELLENCE
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ron Schara Productions
Ron Schara Productions
• Scott R. Fransen, CEO/President
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KMSP Station Excellence
KMSP
• Sheila Oliver, General Manager
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Overall Excellence
KARE
• Stacy Nogy, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX Sports North
Bally Sports North
• Mike Dimond, General Manager
CATEGORY #02
NEWS EXCELLENCE
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
FOX 9 News Excellence
KMSP
• Marian Kessler, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WDIO Eyewitness News Excellence
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI News Excellence
KCCI
• Dave Busiek, News Director
CATEGORY #03
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO-TV Pulling Together
WCCO
• Kaitlyn Link, Communications/Marketing Specialist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Remembers Vietnam
Twin Cities PBS
• Jim Pagliarini, President & CEO, Twin Cities PBS
• Dean Orton, COO, TPT - Twin Cities PBS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
EyesUp Distracted Driving Campaign
KARE
• Alicia Lewis, Producer/Reporter
CATEGORY #04A
NEWSCAST - MORNING (MARKETS 1-70)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 4 News This Morning
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
• Bess Ellenson, Executive Producer
• Kristopher Jobe, Producer
• Sandra Lind, Producer
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Kim Johnson, Anchor
• Ali Lucia, Traffic Reporter
• Matt Brickman, Meteorologist
• Ray Jones, Editor
• Wade Mesenbring, Director
• Joel Thurston, Photographer
• Robyn Black, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE Sunrise
KARE
• Kristin Kay, Executive Producer
• Beth Tunis, Producer
• Nicole Muehlhausen Young, Producer
• Trace Stump, Producer
• Kris Laudien, Anchor
• Alicia Lewis, Anchor
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Anchor
• Sven Sundgaard, Meteorologist
• Ellery McCardle, Reporter
• Curtis Kieser, Director
• Nate Anderson, Editor/Videographer
• David Vance, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Super Bowl: The Next Morning
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
• Bess Ellenson, Executive Producer
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Kim Johnson, Anchor
• Matt Brickman, Meteorologist
• Ali Lucia, Reporter
• Kylie Bearse, Reporter
• Mary McGuire, Reporter
• Robyn Black, Photographer
• Dave Charest, Editor
• Joel Thurston, Photographer
• Ray Jones, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI 8 News This Morning
KCCI
• Heidi Gojkovich, Executive Producer
• Alex Payne, Producer
• Anthony Pisut, Director
• Eric Hanson, Anchor
• Elizabeth Klinge, Anchor
• Alyx Sacks, Reporter
• Tommie Clark, Reporter
• Rheya Spigner, Anchor
• Zach Hayes, Photographer
• Emma Wilson, Producer
• Riley O'Connor, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #04C
NEWSCAST - MORNING (MARKETS 121+)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KBJR 6 News Today
KBJR
• Michael Raimondi, Anchor/Producer
• Emma Rechenberg, Anchor
• Adam Lorch, Alorch@kbjr6.com
• Brandon Michaels, Meteorologist
• Jordan Sherman, Director
• Matt McDevitt, Photographer
• Reece Lindquist, Editor
• Billy Wagness, Executive Producer
• Kevin Jacobsen, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KIMT News 3’s team winter weather coverage
KIMT
• Ryan Odeen, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News 4 Today
KTIV
• Phillip Prather, Producer
• T.J. Springer, Meteorologist
• Michelle Schoening, Anchor
• Al Joens, Reporter
• Brett Funke, Photographer
• Mason Mauro, Reporter
• Jennifer Lenzini, Reporter
• Jaret Lansford, Reporter
• Greg Fisher, Director
• Randy Kascht, Audio
• Andy Benz, Director Of Production
• Keith Bliven, News Director
CATEGORY #05A
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 1-70)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 News at 11
KMSP
• Tara Terregino, Producer
• Amy Hockert, Anchor
• Keith Marler, Meteorologist
• Cody Matz, Meteorologist
• Bill Keller, Reporter
• Steve Peinovich, Photographer
• Eaya Moore, Director
• Lori Fisher, Executive Producer
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
• Mike Durkin, Managing Editor
• Christine Bastolich, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Countdown to Super Bowl 52
WCCO
• Aaron Beckman, Producer
• Bess Ellenson, Executive Producer
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Ali Lucia, Reporter
• Robyn Black, Photojournalist
• Michael Augustyniak, Meteorologist
• Wade Mesenbring, Director
• Ron Westermeyer, Audio
• Jennifer Hibbard, Cameras
• Stephen Richardson, Floor Director
• Josh Supik, Floor Assist
CATEGORY #05C
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 121+)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KBJR 6 News at Noon
KBJR
• Emma Rechenberg, Anchor/Producer
• Adam Lorch, Meteorologist
• Anthony Matt, Reporter
• Jordan Sherman, Director
• Blake Melin, Chief Photographer
• Billy Wagness, Executive Producer
• Kevin Jacobsen, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News 4 at Noon
KTIV
• Al Joens, Producer/Anchor
• T.J. Springer, Meteorologist
• Brett Funke, Photographer/Editor
• Greg Fisher, Director
• Randy Kascht, Director
• Andy Benz, Director Of Production
• Keith Bliven, News Director
• Bridget Breen, General Manager
CATEGORY #06A
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 1-70)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Prince Death Investigation Complete
WCCO
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
• Dave Hillestad, Director
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Liz Collin, Anchor
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Kate Raddatz, Reporter
• Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield, Reporter
• Chris Shaffer, Weather
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Officer Noor Charged
WCCO
• John Burfisher, Producer
• Matt Liddy, Executive Producer
• Dave Hillestad, Director
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Heather Brown, Reporter
• Matt Brickman, Reporter
• Mark Rosen, Sports
• Chris Shaffer, Meteorologist
• Nick Lunemann, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 News at 10pm
KARE
• Jennifer Griffin, Producer
• Cindy Chapman, Executive Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Randy Shaver, Anchor
• Belinda Jensen, Meteorologist
• Eric Perkins, Sports Director
• Amy Strande, Director
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• John Croman, Reporter
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Stacy Nogy, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News at 5pm
KCCI
• Shelby HIsel, Producer
• Ken Ambroson, Director
• Steve Karlin, Anchor
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Shaina Humphries, Anchor
• Chris Gothner, Reporter
• Billy Storm, Photojournalist
• Max Diekneite, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photojournalist
• Cortney Kintzer, Photojournalist
• Tommie Clark, Reporter
• Donna Smith, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 News at 5
KMSP
• Makayla Mladenovic, Producer
• Lori Fisher, Executive Producer
• ROB KERR, Director
• Vince Squillacioti, Assistant Director
• Kelcey Carlson, Anchor
• Jeff Passolt, Anchor
• Randy Meier, Anchor
• Amy Hockert, Anchor
• Ian Leonard, Meteorologist
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director/Field Producer
• Mike Durkin, Managing Content Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
5 Eyewitness News at 10: Officer Yanez Verdict/Protests
KSTP
• Marissa Cusumano, Producer
• Zach Tecklenburg, Executive Producer
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
• Kevin Doran, Anchor
• Lindsey Brown, Anchor
• Josh Rosenthal, Reporter
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Matt Belanger, Reporter
• Kirsten Swanson, Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photojournalist
• Jim O'Connell, Photojournalist
• Joel Doering, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #06B
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 71-120)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KWWL News 7 at Six
KWWL
• Zach Garcia, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL News7 at 10
KWWL
• Zach Garcia, Producer
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Local Election Night - FOX 28 News at Nine
KFXA-TV
• Nick Weig, Producer
• Becky Lutgen Gardner, News Director
CATEGORY #06C
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 121+)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News 4 at Six
KTIV
• Blake Branch, Producer
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Stella Daskalakis Thurkill, Anchor
• Ron Demers, Meteorologist
• Ashly Richardson, Reporter
• Jennifer Lenzini, Reporter
• Mason Mauro, Reporter
• Jaret Lansford, Reporter
• MaryAnn Farley, Director
• Don Brockberg, Audio
• Andy Benz, Director Of Production
• Keith Bliven, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Barron County Tornado One-Year Later
WEAU
• Bob Gallaher, News Anchor/Reporter
• Judy Clark, News Anchor/Reporter
• Danielle Wagner, News Anchor/Reporter
• Darren Maier, Meteorologist
• Duane Wolter III, Video Photographer
• Jeff Ralph, Video Photographer
• Abigail Hantke, News Anchor/Reporter
• Brooke Schwieters, News Anchor/Reporter
• Raji Alowairdi, Director
• Drew Gerstenzang, Drone Camera Operator
• Lisa Patrow, Executive Producer
• Lindsay Alowairdi, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KBJR 6 News at Ten
KBJR
• Josh Lee, Producer
• Shawn Frost, Director
• Jennifer Austin, Anchor
• Daniel Wolfe, News Anchor
• Adam Clark, Chief Meteorologist
• David Coy, Sports Director
• Michelle Alfini, Reporter
• Anthony Matt, Reporter
• Blake Melin, Chief Photographer
• Steve Elwell, Photographer
• Rick McLean, Editor
• Kevin Jacobsen, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eyewitness News at Ten
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Emmanuel Ayisi, Producer
• Darren Danielson, Anchor
• Justin Liles, Meteorologist
• Dan Williamson, Sports Anchor
• Renee Passal, Reporter
• Dan Romano, Reporter
• Baihly Warfield, Reporter
• Taylor Holt, Reporter
• Amy Adamle, Reporter
• Ryan Juntti, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCAU9 10PM News January 16th 2018
KCAU
• Andrew Bottger, News Director
• Dan Haack, Producer
• Tim Seaman, Anchor
• Jenna Rehnstrom, Anchor
• Morgan Mobley, MMJ
• Johnathan Mack, Photographer
• Fred Hexom, Meteorologist
• Jordan Furbee, Sports Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Semi Into School - January 16/2017
KAAL
• David Springer, News Director
• Drew Cooper, Producer
• Betsy Singer, Anchor
• Dan Conradt, Reporter/Photographer
• Chad Corey, Photographer
• Brian Wise, Photographer
• Chris Kuball, Meteorologist
• Chelsi Heim, Audio
• Noelle Anderson, Reporter/Photographer
• Marissa Collins, Reporter/Photographer
• Peter Leuthardt, Director
• Brianna Cook, Reporter
CATEGORY #07A
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND (MARKETS 1-70)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
April Blizzard
WCCO
• Annie Kelby, Producer
• Liz Collin, Anchor
• John Lauritsen, Reporter
• Michael Augustyniak, Meteorologist
• Molly Rosenblatt, Meteorologist
• Kate Raddatz, Reporter
• Tony Peterson, Photojournalist
• Aaron Goodyear, Photojournalist
• David Schwab, Photojournalist
• Kari Postotnik, Editor
• Mike Max, Sports Anchor
• Jennifer Hibbard, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 EYEWITNESS News at 10: Mall of America Stabbing
KSTP
• Zach Tecklenburg, Producer
• Ana Lastra, Producer
• Matt Belanger, Anchor
• Brandi Powell, Anchor
• Chris Long, Sports Anchor
• Jonathan Yuhas, Meteorologist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 News at 9
KMSP
• Bill Snodgrass, Producer
• Seth Kaplan, Executive Producer
• Peter Marty, Director
• Tim Blotz, Anchor
• Jennifer McDermed, Meteorologist
• Marian Kessler, VP News
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
• Mike Durkin, Managing Content Editor
CATEGORY #07B
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND (MARKETS 71-120)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
April Blizzard
KSFY/KDLT
• Shawn Cable, Meteorologist
• Bridget Bennett, Anchor
• Vanessa Gomez, Reporter
• Jill Langland, Reporter
• Erika Leigh, Reporter
• Dillon Kober, Producer
• Sam Tastad, Photojournalist
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
• Samuel Gabrielli, Meteorologist
• Philip Schreck, Meteorologist
• Jonah Heisinger@ksfy.com, Director
• Kevin King, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND Weekend News
KELO
• Kelli Volk, Anchor
• Hannah Olsen, Producer
• Bailey Milne, Reporter/Sports Anchor
• Dan Santella, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
• Grant Smith, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #07C
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND (MARKETS 121+)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
CBS 3 News at Ten Super Bowl Sunday
KBJR
• Edward Moody, Anchor
• Lyanne Valdez, Producer/Anchor
• Barrett Anderson, Sports Anchor
• Jessie Slater, Reporter
• Michelle Alfini, Reporter
• Anthony Larson, Director
• Austin Haskins, Meteorologist
• Blake Melin, Chief Photographer
• Steve Elwell, Photographer
• Elsa Robins, Content Manager
• Billy Wagness, Executive Producer
• Kevin Jacobsen, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
CBS 3 News at Ten Weekend
KBJR
• Lyanne Valdez, Anchor/Producer
• Austin Haskins, Meteorologist
• Korey Kaczur, Sports Anchor
• Anthony Larson, Director & Photographer
• Michelle Alfini, Reporter
• Ramona Marozas, Producer
• Kevin Jacobsen, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spring Blizzard April 14th 2018 10pm News
KCAU
• Andrew Bottger, News Director
• Tim Seaman, Anchor
• Jenna Rehnstrom, Reporter
• Bailey Brooker, Producer
• Fred Hexom, Meteorologist
• Morgan Mobley, MMJ
• Jamie Perez, MMJ
• Rebecca Pryor, MMJ
• Jesse Krull, Photographer
• Kenny Kroll, Photographer
• Mary Pautsch, Producer
• Bob Schmeltz, Director
CATEGORY #08A
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT - SINGLE STORY
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Round Up Ready/Or Not
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Blown Away
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anamosa police chief sent racist/sexual emails to colleagues/city officials
KCRG
• Josh Scheinblum, Chief Investigative Reporter
• Marlon Hall, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Radon Roulette
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Jeff Kummer, Data Journalist
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Videographer
• Ron Stover, Videographer
• Ferlon Webster, Videographer
• Chad Nelson, Videographer
• Emily Haavik, Producer
• Dana Thiede, Producer
• Stacy Nogy, News Director
CATEGORY #08B
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT - SERIES
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Double Billing The Badge
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Jeff Kummer, Data Journalist
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Videographer
• Ron Stover, Videographer
• Rob Collett, Videographer
• Ferlon Webster, Videographer
• Carly Danek, Videographer
• Laura Stokes, Digital Operations Manager
• Stacy Nogy, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Web of Lies
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Pattern of Denial
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Stacy Nogy, Assistant News Director
• Kevin Sullivan, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #09
BREAKING NEWS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Refinery Explosion
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Baihly Warfield, Anchor/Reporter
• Taylor Holt, Reporter
• Renee Passal, Anchor/Reporter
• Darren Danielson, Anchor/Reporter
• Amy Adamle, Reporter
• Ryan Juntti, Reporter
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
• Kyle Aune, Photographer
• Clayton Zervas, Photographer
• Todd Raaen, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Superior Refinery Explosion & Fire
KBJR
• Michelle Alfini, Reporter
• Korey Kaczur, Reporter
• Edward Moody, News Anchor
• Ramona Marozas, Producer
• Matt Rasmussen, Director
• Blake Melin, Chief Photographer
• Matt Swanson, Director
• Matt McDevitt, Photographer
• Dave Anderson, Meteorologist
• Colin Oraskovich, Meteorologist
• Billy Wagness, Bwagness@kbjr6.com
• Kevin Jacobsen, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Husky Refinery Explosion
KBJR
• Michelle Alfini, Reporter
• Anthony Matt, Anchor/Reporter
• Jennifer Austin, Anchor
• Emma Rechenberg, Reporter
• Daniel Wolfe, Anchor
• Adam Clark, Chief Meteorologist
• Adam Lorch, Meteorologist
• Jordan Sherman, Director
• Shawn Frost, Director
• Josh Lee, Producer
• Billy Wagness, Executive Producer
• Kevin Jacobsen, News Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnehaha Academy Explosion
WCCO
• Jennifer Jimenez, Producer/Managing Editor
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Ali Lucia, Anchor
• Bill Hudson, Reporter
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
• Mary McGuire, Reporter
• Pat Kessler, Reporter
• Wendy Bridenstine, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Prairieburg Tornado Coverage
KFXA-TV
• Becky Lutgen Gardner, News Director
• Nick Weig, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Explosion at Minnehaha Academy
KSTP
• Katie Skalicky, Producer
• Alan Hoglund, Producer
• Chris Egert, Anchor
• Ellen Galles, Reporter
• Todd Wilson, Reporter
• Ken Melchior, Chopper 5 Pilot
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Lori Burchett, Photojournalist
• Phil Thiesse, Photojournalist
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
• Bob Sabo, Assistant News Director
CATEGORY #10
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Lucy Laney
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Ben Garvin, Videographer
• Jane Helmke, News Director (Former)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Our Most Precious Cargo
WHO
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
• Travis Jungling, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Failure To Report
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Investigative Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Tim Vetscher, Senior Producer Of Special Projects & Investigations
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
• Erik Altmann, Investigative Producer
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Boy on the Skateboard
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Philando Castile: The People Who Loved Him
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
• Adam Jukkola, Photog
• Kevin Sullivan, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Failure to Check
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Beret Leone, Investigative Researcher
CATEGORY #11A
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pass It On
KMSP
• Justin McCray, News Photojournalist
• Kelcey Carlson, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Youngest Bridge Collapse Survivor
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• David Peterlinz, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Frozen Family Tradition
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Craig Norkus, Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Call Out Hate
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #11B
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - NO TIME LIMIT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Thanking Knox
KWWL
• Jessica Hartman, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
35W Bridge Collapse Anniversary
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stella's Story
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Producer
• Kelcey Carlson, Reporter
• Vince Squillacioti, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Angel Gowns
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Statehouse Dome Renovation
KCCI
• Tommie Clark, Reporter
• Cortney Kintzer, Photojournalist
• Spencer Vaughn, Photojournalist
• Zach Hayes, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #12A
LIGHT FEATURE NEWS REPORT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wilbur
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Devin Krinke, Photographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
In Character
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
• Michael Mackie, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowan builds "Field of Dreams" in his own backyard
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Cortney Kintzer, Producer
• Spencer Vaughn, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jeanna & George
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Judge's Decision
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A New Space For An Old Place
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Andy Fales, Reporter
• Eric Gooden, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #12B
SERIOUS FEATURE NEWS REPORT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Against the Odds
KSTP
• Jessica Miles, Reporter
• Jason Hanson, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Huppert Dairy
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
• Kevin Sullivan, Photojournalist
• Rob Collett, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Principal finds purpose after surviving childhood abuse
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter/Producer
• Ben Garvin, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Reflecting on Red Lake
KARE
• Dylan Wohlenhaus, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Going to see God
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #13
CRIME
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota’s Sex Crime Sentencing
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Deathbed Confrontation
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Life After Drug Court
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Devin Krinke, Photographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Troubling Mysteries In The Water
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Producer
• Kelcey Carlson, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Race Against Time
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Beyond The Badge: Edina Investigates - Brock Orwig
Edina TV
• Dietrich Nissen, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Confessions of a Killer
WOI
• Orko Manna, Reporter
• Mario Rossi, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Arizona man wrongly held in Iowa jail for crime he didn't commit
KCRG
• Josh Scheinblum, Chief Investigative Reporter
• Marlon Hall, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drug Task Force Raids
KFYR
• Marcie Bollinger, Reporter
• Clifford Naylor, Photographer
• Sara Berlinger, Reporter
CATEGORY #14A
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Turning Autism into Artistry
Twin Cities PBS
• David Roth, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography/Editor
• Skip Davis, Online Editor
• Terry Gray, Field Audio/Post Production Audio
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director/Arts/Culture
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Through Jimmy's Eyes
KARE
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Picturing Magic
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Greetings From Iowa - Hot Air Balloon Racing
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Shooter/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Home Is Where the Art Is
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Super Bowl Halftime Flashback
KSTP
• Matt Belanger, Reporter
• Jason Hanson, Photojournalist
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #14B
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT - PROGRAM
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Jason Show
KMSP
• Jeffrey Orcutt, Executive Producer
• Ted Johnsen, Producer
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
• Jason Matheson, Host
• Shayne Stroud, Reporter
• Rob King, Editor
• ERIC STURM, Photographer/Editor
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dracula: A Performance by Ballet Quad Cities
Iowa PBS
• Theresa Knight, Producer/Assistant Director
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer/Director
• Cameron McCoy, Camera/Assistant Producer
• Rick Fuller, Camera/Crew Chief
• Phil Blobaum, Camera
• Darrin Clouse, Camera
• Edward Toomire, Camera
• Chad Aubrey, Engineer In Charge/Editor
• David Feingold, Audio/Editor
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Neal Kyer, Video
• Brent Willett, Graphics Animation
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents Billy Budd
Iowa PBS
• Judy Blank, Producer/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer/Director
• Chad Aubrey, Engineer In Charge
• David Feingold, Technical Director
• Jim Leasure, Audio Engineer
• Kevin Rivers, Audio Engineer
• Neal Kyer, Video Engineer/Editor
• Rick Fuller, Crew Chief/Camera Operator
• Steve Carns, Camera Operator
• Phil Blobaum, Camera Operator
• Scott Faine, Camera Operator
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Rhythm of Life
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
CATEGORY #15A
BUSINESS/CONSUMER: SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Reward
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Freeze Your Credit
KARE
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Super Bowl Economics
KSTP
• Matt Belanger, Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Off The Books
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Wage Theft
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #15B
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - PROGRAM
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Farm Fresh Road Trip 4
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Producer/Host
• Skip Davis, Editor
• Scott Trotman, Director Of Photography
• McGraw Jones, Photographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Bruce Miller, Partner Producer
• Katie Cannon, Still Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Our Rights: Raising The Stakes
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Amanda Reardon, Line Producer
• LaRonda Schultz, Associate Producer
• Leya Hale, Associate Producer/Offline Editor
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Design
• Angie Heins, Online Editor
• Terry Gray, Audio Sweetening
• Robert Edwards V, Post Production Assistant
• Tom Trow, Executive In Charge
CATEGORY #16A
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sen. Al Franken Exclusive Interview
WCCO
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Medicine in the Making
WOI
• Sabrina Ahmed, Reporter
• Don Schmith, Chief Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Disconnects & Denials
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ripped Apart: Dontell's Story
KARE
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
• Stacey Nogy, Assistant News Director
CATEGORY #16B
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - PROGRAM
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
At Issue with Tom Hauser: November 19/2017
KSTP
• Amanda Theisen, Senior Producer
• Tom Hauser, Reporter/Host
• Kevin Bubach, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Almanac at the Capitol
Twin Cities PBS
• Kari Kennedy, Series Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Anchor/Reporter
• David Gillette, Anchor/Reporter
• Scott Trotman, Field Director/Videographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• JoAnn Babic, Director
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Medicine in the Making TWII Special
WOI
• Sabrina Ahmed, Reporter
• Don Schmith, Chief Photographer
• Sarah Beckman, Producer
• April Samp, News Director
• Amanda Krenz, Reporter
• John Provenzano, Photographer
CATEGORY #17
CHILDREN/TEEN
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SciGirls Stories: Latinas at Work
Twin Cities PBS
• Marie Domingo, Producer
• Gina Reis, Co-Producer/Offline Editor
• Emily Taplin, Co-Producer
• Angie Prindle, Executive Producer
• Emily Stevens, Executive Producer
• Rita Karl, Executive Producer
• Kyle Blakeborough, Line Producer
• Michael Phillips, Director Of Photography
• Eric Pagel, Production Audio
• Dan Luke, Offline Editor
• Ezra Gold, Online Editor/Colorist
• Joseph Demko, Sound Design
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Huddle
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Christian Rangel, Producer/Editor
• Brandon Clemens, Producer/Editor
• Madison Cortese, Producer
• Brett Taber, Producer/Editor
• Allie Krings, Host
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
IPTV KIDS Clubhouse: Water Episode
Iowa PBS
• Dan Wardell, Host/Writer
• Abby Brown, Co-Host/Educational Content
• Cameron McCoy, Producer/Videographer
• Theresa Knight, Producer
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• David Feingold, Editor
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Scott Faine, Puppeteer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
CATEGORY #18
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
How Lucy Laney school in Mpls reduced African American suspensions
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter/Producer
• Ben Garvin, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Changing Earth: Crossing the Arctic
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• LaRonda Schultz, Production Manager
• Matthew Whalen, Arctic Videographer
• Jim Kron, Twin Cities Videographer
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Design
• Joseph Demko, Audio Sweetening
• Tom Trow, Executive In Charge
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lesson in caring comes full-circle for central Iowa teacher
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Bound - Face to Face
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Producer
• Bill Sherck, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hudayfi
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
BEESTMode
Lakeville Government Television
• Paul Winkels, Producer/Videographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Protecting His School
WCCO
• Jeff Wagner, Reporter
CATEGORY #19
HEALTH
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
LISTEN/ Stories of Cancer/Resilience
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Adam Geiger, Offline Editor
• Kate Gibson, Production Manager
• Pamela McClanahan, Director Of Partnerships
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Scott Trotman, Photographer
• McGraw Jones, Photographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Online Editor
• Joe Demko, Field/Post Production Audio
• Ben Malley, Senior Designer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Yanno's Battle: Beyond the Mat
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Multimedia Journalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Does Logan Hold the Key?
WDIO
• Darren Danielson, Reporter
• Carl Sauer, Photographer
• Clayton Zervas, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Battle Back
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Miracles Under the Mango Tree
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Photographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Courtney's Happy Tears
KMSP
• Amy Hockert, Reporter
• Spencer Driskill, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cancer 20 Years Later
KARE
• Randy Shaver, Producer
• Rob Collett, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kyle's Story
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gabby's Smile
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Adam Jukkola, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Preston's Story
United Healthcare Children's Foundation
• Shawn Engel, Photographer/Editor
• Mike Brunswick, Producer/Reporter
CATEGORY #20
SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sax-Zim Bog
Pioneer PBS
• Bret Amundson, Host/Producer
• Dylan Curfman, Videographer
• Cindy Dorn, Producer
• Sparky Stensaas, Contributing Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Climate Legacy
Twin Cities PBS
• Martin Blanco, Producer/Director/Editor/Cinematographer
• Clayton Stansberry, Composer
• Dylan Thomson Von Brendel, Social/Media Specialist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Climate Smart: Cities Working Together
Twin Cities PBS
• Leya Hale, Producer/Offline Editor
• Diana Fraser, Production Manager
• Robert Edwards V, Field Producer
• Susan Thao, Production Assistant
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Scott Trotman, Videographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Field Audio & Audio Sweetening
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Design
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Tom Trow, Partner Manager
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9's Wolf Special - From Reviled To Revered
KMSP
• Randy Meier, Anchor/Producer
• Seth Kaplan, Executive Producer
• Amanda Bishop, Producer
• Marian Kessler, VP News
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
• Mike Durkin, Managing Content Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Catching Crystals
WDIO
• Darren Danielson, Reporter
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hands-On Science
Twin Cities PBS
• David Gillette, Host/Producer
• Amanda Reardon, Production Manager
• Scott Trotman, Director
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Eric Pagel, Audio Engineer
• Terry Gray, Audio
• Rich Brown, Engineer
• Jim Kron, Camera
• Michael Phillips, Camera
• Jennifer O'Byrne, Event Staff Coordinator
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Noah Takes It Away
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Our Greatest Gift
Ron Schara Productions
• Ron Schara, Host
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Kyle Heidenreich, Editor
• Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Editor
• Eric Parker Andersen, Graphics
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Wisconsin Farmboy in Galápagos
CVCTV
• Steve Betchkal, Producer
CATEGORY #21A
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Maya Bdeg'a
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Audio Technician
• Tate Marshall, Illustrator
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Quad Cities TV Reporter breaks barrier for Muslim women
Des Moines Register
• Brian Powers, Photographer/Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fertile Field of Dreams
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brownbody: Exploring African American Culture/History on Ice
Twin Cities PBS
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Carrie Clark, Editor
• Katie O'Rourke, Associate Producer
• Skip Davis, Online Editor
• Joseph Demko, Audio Engineer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Marcus Taplin, Photographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Slade Kemmet, Photographer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director/Arts/Culture
• David Canada, Field Audio
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Journey of Reflection
WCCO
• Lewis Karpel, Producer/Photojournalist
• Susan-Elizabeth LITTLEFIELD, Producer/Reporter
CATEGORY #21B
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - PROGRAM
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Nature: Walking with Emerson & Thoreau
Twelve Plus Media
• Dawn Mikkelson, Producer/Offline Editor
• Steve Spencer, Consulting Producer
• Val Mondor, Online Editor
• Matt Ehling, Cinematography
• Cliff Dahlberg, Cinematography
• Ben Premeaux, Cinematography
• John Sims, Field Audio
• Tim Wright, Field Audio
• Markell Kiefer, Consulting Producer
• Tyson Forbes, Consulting Producer
• Tom Trow, Director Of Partnerships
• Dean Orton, Chief Operating Officer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dinner at Mayowood
Mayo Clinic
• Mark Flaherty, Producer/Director
• Matt Dacy, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vietnam Remembered - Western/Southwestern Minnesota
Pioneer PBS
• Timothy Bakken, Producer/Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer/Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Matthew Johnson, Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
North Star - Civil War Stories
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer/Writer/Director
• Carrie Clark, Motion Graphics
• Robert Hutchings, Videographer/Editor
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Joseph Demko, Field Audio
• Terry Gray, Sound Design & Mix
• Kate Gibson, Production Manager
• Tom Trow, Project Developer
• Toki Wright, Original Song/Narrator
• Brittany Lynch, Narrator
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Design
CATEGORY #22
MILITARY
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Art of War
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Josh Kappler, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Finding John
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mefloquine: A Hidden Epidemic
KSTP
• Matt Belanger, Reporter
• Jim O'Connell, Photojournalist
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
• Joe Augustine, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Distance Delays & Denial
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Piece of Our Brother
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
CATEGORY #23A
SPORTS - NEWS STORY/SERIES
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rink of Dreams
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wave Of Hope
Des Moines Register
• Brian Powers, Photographer/Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KAREvan Series
KARE
• Eric Perkins, Sports Director
• Dave Schwartz, Sports Reporter
• Ryan Shaver, Photographer
• Brandon McCauley, Photographer
• Andrew Trowbridge, Sports Producer
• Carry Clancy, Executive Sports Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minneapolis Miracle
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Grant Ridpath, Producer/Editor
• Bryan Harper, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer/Editor
• Nate Vaughn, Producer
• Mike Huiras, Producer
• Alex Miller, Producer
• Jordan Struck, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Happy Hamburger
WCCO
• David McCoy, Reporter/Producer
• Dave Charest, Photojournalist
• Aaron Goodyear, Photojournalist
• Thomas Ryther, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pigeon Racing
WCCO
• David McCoy, Reporter/Producer
• David Porter, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #23B
SPORTS - PROGRAM STORY (OUTSIDE OF NEWS)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Patrick's Foundation
Bally Sports North
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Dan Truebenbach, Photographer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rod's Fight
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Matt Gourley, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings: Beyond The Gridiron - Harrison Smith Flies Navy Warbird
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer/Editor
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Blind coach remains focused on baseball
Des Moines Register
• Michael Zamora, Photographer/Videographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Analytics Kid: JC Byers
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Jason Andera, Reporter
• David Brown, Producer
CATEGORY #23C
SPORTS - PROGRAM SERIES (OUTSIDE OF NEWS)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dream.State. Season Two
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
• Danny Krueger, Producer
• Alyse Iorio, Cinematographer
• Alec Kintigh, Cinematographer
• Jenny Olson, Marketing
• Gerick Engle, Cinematographer
• Derek Bitter, Executive Producer
• Sam Christian, Assistant Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Fiftieth
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Tom Nieman, Host
• Carla Metts, Reporter
• Alex Heinert, Reporter
• David Brown, Producer
• Darren Lien, Photographer
• Marty Mueller, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Becoming Wild Season 7: Eric Staal
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Executive Producer
• Pat O'Connor, Producer
• Dustin Peterson, Videographer
• Peter Keffer, Editor
• Kevin Falness, Voice Talent
• John Maher, Executive Producer
• Fred Veinfurt, 2nd Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spotlight: Story Tellers
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spotlight: Twins Close Up
Bally Sports North
• Chelsea Johnson, Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Torii Hunter, Reporter
• Dick Bremer, Reporter
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #23D
SPORTS - ONE-TIME SPECIAL
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Peter Anderson, Producer
• Jordan Austin, Producer
• Tom Hanneman, Host
• Tom Chorske, Analyst
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Audra Martin, Host/Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Terence Newman Presents
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer/Editor
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dynasty on the Diamond
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Nate Wek, Producer
• Kyle Mork, Director/Editor/Videographer
• Chad Andersen, Associate Producer
• Josh Kappler, Associate Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Destination Polaris- MN Super Bowl RS1
Ron Schara Productions
• Lindsey Hayes, Host/Producer
• Ben Elling, Photographer/Editor
• Jared Christie, Host/Producer
• Josh Bryant, Editor
• Aaron Achtenberg, Online Editor
• Eric Parker Andersen, Editor
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photographer/Editor
• Gram Krause-Lyons, Photographer
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Photographer
CATEGORY #24
SPORTS EVENT/GAME – LIVE/UNEDITED - PROGRAM/SERIES
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota 2018
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Chris Vosters, Play-by-Play
• Kevin Gorg, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Jim Bothun, Associate Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Bob Rohde, Operations
• Candice Anderson, Operations
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Boys State 4-A Championship Final/Cretin Derham Hall vs. Apple Valley
KSTC
• Dennis Silva, Executive Sports Producer
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Brian Monahan, Studio Producer
• Dustin Dancisak, Technical Director
• Dave Lee, Play-By-Play
• Kevin Lynch, Color Analyst
• Allie Arlt, Sideline Reporter
• Chris Long, Studio Host
• Trent Tucker, Studio Analyst
• Lea Olsen, Studio Analyst
• Taylor Stein, Editor
• Derek Hageness, Lead Designer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Marney Gellner - Utility Broadcaster
Bally Sports North
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Bert Blyleven, Analyst
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Twins Baseball
Bally Sports North
• John Stroh, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Bert Blyleven, Analyst
• Roy Smalley, Analyst
• Jack Morris, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
CATEGORY #25A
WEATHER - SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Parkersburg: 10 Years Later
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Photographer
• Don Schmith, Photographer/Editor
• Brandon Lawrence, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ice Out
WDAY
• Devin Krinke, Photographer/Editor
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Nowhere To Hide
KSTP
• Tim Vetscher, Executive Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Ryan Raiche, Reporter
CATEGORY #25B
WEATHER - PROGRAM/SPECIAL
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Surviving the Storm
KWWL
• Mark Schnackenberg, Anchor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Parkersburg tornado: In their own words
KGAN/KFXA
• Becky Gardner, News Director
• Nick Stewart, Editor/Producer/Meteorologist
• Terry Swails, Meteorologist/Researcher
• Jason Meyer, Photojournalist
• Scott Zimdar, Researcher
CATEGORY #26A
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Cultivation: Writing/Wrestling in Iowa City
Trilix
• Nathan McNurlen, Director
• James Drescher, Cinematographer
• Chad Adams, Cinematographer
• Brett Adams, Executive Producer
• Nick Pfeiffer, Producer
• Joshua Schamberger, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Remembers Vietnam: The Telling Project
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Katie O'Rourke, Associate Producer
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Slade Kemmet, Photographer
• David Canada, Field Audio
• Joshua Stallings, Lighting Designer
• Joseph Demko, Field/Post Audio
• Ezra Gold, Online Editor
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Managing Director/Arts & Culture
CATEGORY #26B
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
George Washington Carver: An Uncommon Life
Iowa PBS
• Laurel Bower, Producer/Director/Writer
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• GregAlan Williams, Narrator
• Paxton Williams, Associate Producer
• Peter Burchard, Writer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Neal Kyer, Editor
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
• Phong Duong, Graphic Designer
• Tiffany Hill, Assistant Producer
• Peter Tubbs, Additional Videography
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
America's Secret War
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Director
• Kaolee Vang, Associate Producer
• Robert Hutchings, Director Of Photography
• Xhokeezheng 'Long' Yang, Production Fellow
• Caissa Casarez, Production Assistant
• Jon VanAmber, Senior Art Director
• Shu Lor, Composer
• Kang Vang, Narrator
• Terry Gray, Audio Engineer
• Joseph Demko, Audio Post Production
• Ted Hinck, Supervising Producer
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Out North - MNLGBTQ History
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Senior Producer/Director
• Carrie Clark, Motion Graphics
• Diana Fraser, Production Manager
• Robert Edwards V, Animation Design
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Robert Hutchings, Videographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Audio Mix
• Stewart Van Cleve, Content Advisor
• Lisa Vecoli, Content Advisor
• Amie Miller, Content Development
• Claire Eder, Development Specialist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Biafra: An Igbo Perspective
TP Productions
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Simeon Agbara Jr., Producer
CATEGORY #26C
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Restoring the People's House
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Producer/Host
• Scott Trotman, Director Of Photography
• Jerry Lakso, Editor
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
VISION - Seeing is Believing
Creative Soul Video
• Mark Anderson, Executive Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Scott Libin, Co-Producer
• Kevin May, Assistant DP
• John Overby, Assistant DP
• Sam Scaman, Assistant DP
• Amira Stone, Assistant Camera
• Todd Rogenthien, Consulting Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Super
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Against All Odds
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
• Julia Manning, Producer
• Cortney Kintzer, Photojournalist
• Robbie Rissman, Editor
• Matt Rittman, Graphic Artist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa in the Heart of China
Des Moines Register
• Kelsey Kremer, Photographer/Videographer/Editor
• Kyle Munson, Reporter
CATEGORY #27
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
America From Scratch: Should 12-year-olds be able to vote?
Twin Cities PBS
• Josef Lorenzo, Producer/Director
• David Gillette, Creator-Writer
• Toussaint Morrison, Host
• Robert Edwards, Motion Graphics
• Terry Gray, Audio
• Dylan Thomson Von Brendel, Social Media
• Marissa Blahnik, Executive Producer
• Maribel Lopez, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Made For The Outdoors/Marttiini Knives
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
• Lindsey Hayes, Producer
• Ben Elling, Photojournalist
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photojournalist
• Cole O'Brien, Photojournalist
• Jared Christie, Producer
• Scott Fransen, CEO
• Josh Bryant, Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Graphics
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
How the Super Bowl is Fixing Recycling
Twin Cities PBS
• Josef Lorenzo, Producer/Director
• Marissa Blahnik, Executive Producer
• Dylan Thomson Von Brendel, Social/Media Specialist
CATEGORY #28
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Twins Town Hall
Bally Sports North
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Anthony LaPanta, Host
• Audra Martin, Reporter
• Chelsea Johnson, Associate Producer
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hometown Managers
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Producer
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Dick Bremer, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sergei's Story
WHO
• Dave Price, Host/Producer
CATEGORY #29
MAGAZINE
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound
Ron Schara Productions
• Ron Schara, Host
• Bill Sherck, Writer
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
• Ben Elling, Editor
• Laura Schara, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Due North Outdoors Partridge Lake
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Host/Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
• Ron Schara, Producer
• Laura Schara, Host/Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Graphics
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Don Stremski, Captioning
• Travis Frank, Producer/Reporter
• Pete Hermann-Franzen, Editor
• Kyle Heidenreich, Photojournalist
• Scott Fransen, CEO
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Greetings From Iowa - Series
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Shooter/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
• David Feingold, Audio Mix
• Alisa Dodge, Graphics
• Phong Duong, Graphics
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Tiffany Hill, Associate Producer
• Taylor Shore, Associate Producer
• Tonya Weber, Associate Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MN Original: Lynn Maderich/Paul J. Flick/Indigo & Snow/Nooky Jones
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Amy Melin, Senior Producer
• Ryan Klabunde, Producer/Editor
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photographer/Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Field/Post Audio
• Michael Phillips, Camera
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• David Canada, Field Audio
CATEGORY #30A
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Life Line or Life Lost
KAAL
• Laura Lee, Reporter
• Chad Corey, Photographer
• Brian Wise, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Food Insecurity
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
• Mike Caudle, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Left Unprotected: Minnesota's Senior Care Crisis
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Producer
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
• Brian Augustin, Photojournalist
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making House Calls On The Farm
KMSP
• Amy Hockert, Reporter
• Spencer Driskill, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Obadiah Bullying
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Producer/Reporter
• Carly Danek, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #30B
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - PROGRAM
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI Close Up: #MeToo Movement
KCCI
• Shaina Humphries, Anchor/Reporter
• Julia Manning, Producer
• John Houghton, Photojournalist
• Cortney Kintzer, Photojournalist
• Robbie Rissman, Photojournalist
• Kimberly Steenhoek, Producer
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Steve Karlin, Anchor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jen Welter & Girls on the Run
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Voter's Guide to the Primaries: Governor's Race
WOI
• Sabrina Ahmed, Reporter
• Don Schmith, Chief Photographer
• Sarah Beckman, Producer
• April Samp, News Director
• Amanda Krenz, Reporter
• John Provenzano, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Almanac
Twin Cities PBS
• Brendan Henehan, Series Producer
• Eric Eskola, Progam Host
• Cathy Wurzer, Program Host
• Kari Kennedy, Associate Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Reporter
• David Gillette, Reporter
• Kaomi Goetz, Reporter
• Scott Trotman, Director/videographer
• Jerry Lakso, Editor
• Caissa Casarez, Production Assistant
• Susan Thao, Production Assistant
CATEGORY #31
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE (OTHER THAN NEWS OR SPORTS)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Guillermo del Toro: At Home with Monsters at MIA
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Joah Colby, Videographer
• Dan Huiting, Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A St. Thomas Christmas: So Bright The Star
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Senior Producer
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Tom Hambleton, Sound Design & Mix
• Ted Hinck, Senior Coordinating Producer
• Jack Davis, Camera
• Matt Ehling, Camera
• Jim Kron, Camera
• Robert Hutchings, Camera
• Benjamin McHie, Camera
• Ed Dally, Camera
• Kai Holm, Camera
CATEGORY #32
INTERSTITIAL
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Postcards: Mindful Exhibit
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A City That Works – Veterinarian
City of Minneapolis
• CJ Harrison, Executive Producer/Photographer
• Jordan Gilgenbach, Producer
• Kim Brown, Photographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Life without Lindsay
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety & The Minnesota National Guard
• Ben Houtkooper, Producer
• Scott Wasserman, Producer
• Joshua Knodle, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Public Art Profiles
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Biafra: An Igbo Perspective
TP Productions
• Tommy Platek, Producer
• Simeon Agbara Jr., Producer
CATEGORY #33A
LIFESTYLE - FEATURE/SEGMENT/SERIES
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Little Kitchen/Big Success
KARE
• Janel Klein, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Driftless Area Flyathon
Iowa PBS
• Patrick Boberg, Producer/Music/Videographer
• Kellie Kramer, Host
• Scott Siepker, Host
• Steve Carns, Videographer
• Andrew Batt, Executive Producer
• Chad Aubrey, Editor
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Emily Blobaum, Assistant Producer
• Scott Faine, Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Snowy Dreamers!
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Story Producer/Talent
• Aaron Achtenberg, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Stoney Point Surfers
Ron Schara Productions
• Kyle Heidenreich, Producer
• Josh Bryant, Photographer
CATEGORY #33B
LIFESTYLE - PROGRAM/SPECIAL
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Process- Bronze Sculpture
New Ulm Community Access Television
• Steven Sherman, Producer/Videographer
• Mike McMahon, Videographer/Editor
• Jason Jaspersen, Producer/Host
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Ingredient: Peaches Episode
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Charity Nebbe, Host
• Cameron McCoy, Producer/Videographer
• Theresa Knight, Producer
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Chad Aubrey, Engineer In Charge
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• David Feingold, Audio
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making It - Learning the Craft
PBS North
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer
• Steven Ash, Editor Photographer
• Tomas Soderberg, Photographer
• Juli Kellner, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Backroads with Ron/Raven
Ron Schara Productions
• Ron Schara, Host
• Kyle Heidenreich, Shooter
• Cole O'Brien, Online Editor
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
CATEGORY #34
BRANDED CONTENT PROGRAM
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Destination Polaris - Silverton/CO
Ron Schara Productions
• Jared Christie, Host/Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer/Graphics
• Aaron Achtenberg, Online Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Destination Polaris- The Carolinas
Ron Schara Productions
• Lindsey Hayes, Host/Producer
• Josh Bryant, Photographer
• Kyle Heidenreich, Editor
• Aaron Achtenberg, Online Editor
• Jared Christie, Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Motion Graphics
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paschen For Congress
515 Productions
• Ian Planchon, Director/DP
• Dave Poyzer, Audio Operator
• Tyler Dreher, 1st AC
• Lynn Melling, Producer
CATEGORY #35A
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSA) - SINGLE SPOT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Winter Wonder
KPTH-TV
• Matt Rixner, Writer/Producer/Editor
• Pete Iversen, Videographer/Producer/Editor
• Justin Klein, Videographer/Producer/Editor
• Aaron Siders, Videographer/Producer/Editor
• Jetske Wauran, Videographer
• Katie Copple, Videographer
• Diana Castillo, Videographer
• Jake Stephens, Videographer
• Nate Bergeson, Videographer
• Chris Harpenau, Videographer/Sound/Video Setup
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Downtown Businesses Open
Lakeville Government Television
• Paul Winkels, Producer/Videographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Homeward Animal Shelter
Video Arts Studios
• Jim Kirwan, Writer/Producer
• Marty Halgrimson, Director Of Photography
• John Shea, Location Sound Engineer
• Scott Tostenrud, Editor
• Loren Johnson, Graphic Animator
• Aimee Mitchell, Co-Producer
• Andi Thoreson, Co-Producer
• Heather Klefstad, Co-Producer
• Heather Clyde, Co-Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Madison/MN: You're Finally Home (Pt. 2)
The Western Guard
• Dana Conroy, Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
CATEGORY #35B
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS) - CAMPAIGN
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Girls Science/Technology Campaign
KMSP
• David Pint, Producer
• Burke Daneman, Executive Producer
• Justin Lund, Photographer/Editor
• David Mahlman, Graphic Designer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Production Assistant
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Real Men Wear Gowns
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Executive Producer
• Dan Schuchman, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Travis Kobs, Photographer
• Dan Crowe, Producer/Photographer
CATEGORY #36A
PROMOTION: NEWS - SINGLE SPOT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9's 2017 Year Ender
KMSP
• Justin Lund, Videographer
• Ally Jennrich, Videographer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Videographer
• David Pint, Writer
• Burke Daneman, Writer
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Videographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KBJR Refinery Fire POP
KBJR
• Ben Read, Executive Producer/Camera Operator
• Keith Hopkins, Director/Editor
• Brandon Middlesworth, Camera Operator
• Chris Flink, Camera Operator
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Investigative Image: Redacted
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Executive Producer
• Tim Moore, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Travis Kobs, Photographer
CATEGORY #36B
PROMOTION: NEWS - IMAGE
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
AM Image - Fresh
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Executive Producer
• Travis Kobs, Producer/Editor
• Dan Crowe, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 So Much More Campaign 2017/2018
KMSP
• Burke Daneman, Director
• David Pint, Producer
• Justin Lund, Producer
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Producer
• Ally Jennrich, Producer
• David Mahlman, Graphic Designer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
We are Iowa Loving Living Local Image Campaign
WOI
• April Samp, News Director
• Andrea Garnant, Promotions Director
• Jacob Moyer, Director
• Mike Caudle, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX9 Weather Team Campaign
KMSP
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Producer/Director/Graphics
• Burke Daneman, Director
• David Pint, Lighting
• Justin Lund, Videographer
CATEGORY #36C
PROMOTION: PROGRAM - SINGLE SPOT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
All My Friends
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Executive Producer
• Tim Moore, Director/Producer/Photographer
• Travis Kobs, Producer/Drone Pilot
• Karl Demer, Audio Engineer
• John Drilling, Photographer
• Todd Randall, Photographer
• Lee Stridsberg, Assistant Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Silent Noise - Xavier Rhodes for Pro Bowl
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Semanko, Producer/Editor
• Ryan Noreen, Producer/Editor
• Marcus Taplin, Videographer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
CW 7.2 Twitter Followers
KWWL
• Chris Hussey, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Everson Griffen: A Dangerous Game
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Ryan Thielen, Producer/Director/Editor
• Spencer Olson, VFX Supervisor
• Tracy Mailloux, Gaffer
• Jonn Robinet, Assistant Camera
• Annie Gruba, Production Assistant
• David Vanderwarn, Line Producer
• Ben Pimlott, Set Design
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Anomaly
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Executive Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Executive Producer
• Jeff Saunders, Cinematographer
• Spencer Olson, Sound Design
• Ben Pimlott, VFX Supervisor
• Jonn Robinet, Cinematographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders 2017
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Executive Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Executive Producer
• Josh Becker, Cinematographer
• Tracy Mailloux, Gaffer
• Spencer Olson, VFX Supervisor
• Jonn Robinet, Assistant Camera
• Annie Gruba, Art Director
• Ben Pimlott, PA
• David Vanderwarn, Line Producer
CATEGORY #37A
COMMERCIAL - SINGLE SPOT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Grandbaby
Fairview Health Services
• Adam Natrop, Director Of Photography
• Josh Mundahl, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Kia: The Chase
White & Rice
• Brian Heimann, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
More Iowa : Iowa Taproom
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
• Jon Liebl, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Downtown Cedar Rapids Sucks
Fusionfarm
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director
• Margaret Singh, Art Director - Videographer
• Pranav Shrestha, Strategist
• Seth Smith, Senior Art Director - Animator
• Shaina Boylan, Producer - Account Manager
• Benji McElroy, Writer
CATEGORY #37B
COMMERCIAL - CAMPAIGN
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This is Our Ice Commercial Campaign
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Producer
• Arthur Kuh, Editor/Producer
• John Maher, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Moments Memory Care TV Commercial Campaign
Wideskreen.tv
• Sam Scaman, Executive Producer/Cinematographer/Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
We Are The North - Minnesota Vikings Ticket Campaign
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Semanko, Producer/Editor
• Ryan Noreen, Producer/Editor
• Marcus Taplin, Videographer
• Erin Swartz, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #38A
DIRECTOR - LIVE OR RECORDED LIVE
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Prince Night Reigns Over Super Bowl Live
KARE
• Amy Strande, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mike Malmgren Composite
Bally Sports North
• Michael Malmgren, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gangl Composite - Moments from Hockey Day Minnesota 2018
Bally Sports North
• Matt Gangl, Director
CATEGORY #38B
DIRECTOR - POST PRODUCTION/SHORT FORM
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Gophers Football Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Director
• Ryan Noreen, Director
• Ryan Maus, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Wild Team Intro Video
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Arthur Kuh, Director
• Paul Loomis, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Influenced MN
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Dangerous Game
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Director
CATEGORY #39A
EDITOR - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Vancleave comp for Editor-Program
StarTribune
• Mark Vancleave, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Destination Polaris - Silverton/CO
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kyle Heidenreich Editing Composite Crafts Achievement
Ron Schara Productions
• Kyle Heidenreich, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Parker Andersen - Editing Composite
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Editor
CATEGORY #39B
EDITOR - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Justin Lund Editing Composite 2018
KMSP
• Justin Lund, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lavanty Editor Composite
Bally Sports North
• Tod Lavanty, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Josh Blessing Composite
Gopher Digital Productions
• Josh Blessing, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Dangerous Game
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Editor
CATEGORY #39C
EDITOR - NEWS/SPORTS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minneapolis Miracle
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Grant Ridpath, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Gooden Composite 2018
WHO
• Eric Gooden, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
To Sawyer: From Uncle Kevin
KARE
• Kevin Sullivan, Editor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Collett's Quality Cuts
KARE
• Rob Collett, Editor
CATEGORY #40A
GRAPHIC ARTS - GRAPHICS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Elite Edge Productions Graphics Compilation
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Creative Director
• Joren Kandel, Animator
• Adam Schmisek, Animator
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Promo's/Open
Vayne Productions
• Jason Van Zetten, Graphic Artist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Public Television Show Opens
Iowa PBS
• Brent Willett, Graphic Designer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Connected - Graphics Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Grant Ridpath, Graphics
CATEGORY #40B
GRAPHIC ARTS - ANIMATION
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MC22 Sports Opens
Mediacom, MC22
• Brent Willett, Graphic Designer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Vikings Gameplan Open
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Creative Director
• Joren Kandel, Animator
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Composite of work from Arthur Kuh
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Arthur Kuh, Graphics Animation
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX9 at the State Fair
KMSP
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Animator
CATEGORY #41A
WRITER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Miracles Under the Mango Tree
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Writer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Frankly Unstoppable: Frank Farrar
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Writer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Triple Threat: Connor Henze
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Writer
CATEGORY #41B
WRITER - NEWS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Hanson composite
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Writer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kevin Wallevand's Composite
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Writer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Greg Vandegrift Writing Composite
KARE
• Greg Vandegrift, Writer
CATEGORY #41C
WRITER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
White Jeans
GH Media Werks, LLC
• Charles Jude, Head Writer
• GH Ridpath, Associate Writer
• Noah Ferche, Associate Writer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Short Form Writing_Jim Kirwan
Video Arts Studios
• Jim Kirwan, Writer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Here's to the Weekend
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Writer
• Jenny Moyer, Writer
CATEGORY #42
NEWS PRODUCER
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer's producing jam
KARE
• Jennifer Griffin, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Nicole Muehlhausen Young - News Producer
KARE
• NICOLE MUEHLHAUSEN YOUNG, News Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mike Verlo Composite
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Amanda Theisen Composite
KSTP
• Amanda Theisen, Senior Producer
CATEGORY #43A
TALENT - ANCHOR - NEWS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Belanger Composite
KSTP
• Matt Belanger, Anchor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Adrienne Broaddus Anchors
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Anchor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Timothy Blotz Anchor Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Anchor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason DeRusha: Morning Anchor Composite
WCCO
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
CATEGORY #43B
TALENT - ANCHOR - WEATHER
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Matt Brickman Composite
WCCO
• Matt Brickman, Meteorologist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Trobec, Chief Meteorologist
KELO
• Jay Trobec, Talent
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Meteorologist Kevin Lawrence Composite
KFYR
• Kevin Lawrence, Chief Meteorologist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ron Demers
KTIV
• Ron Demers, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #43C
TALENT - ANCHOR - SPORTS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Cory Hepola
KARE
• Cory Hepola, Anchor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Keith Murphy
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Anchor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Hanneman Composite
Bally Sports North
• Tom Hanneman, Anchor
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Andy Garman Composite
KCCI
• Andy Garman, Anchor
CATEGORY #43D
TALENT - COMMENTATOR/EDITORIALIST/PERFORMER/NARRATOR
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rick Riley - Narrator
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Rick Riley, Narrator
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Murphy's Law
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Commentator
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jana Shortal
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Commentator
CATEGORY #43E
TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jared Christie - Program Host
Ron Schara Productions
• Jared Christie, Host
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photoghaper
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Toussaint Morrison
Twin Cities PBS
• Toussaint Morrison, Host
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bret Amundson - Prairie Sportsman Host
Pioneer PBS
• Bret Amundson, Host
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Made For The Outdoors Wipaire Floats
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Host
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Partridge Lake Adventure!
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Host
CATEGORY #43F
TALENT - REPORTER - GENERAL ASSIGNMENT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Lou News Man
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Boyd Huppert
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Lyden
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A.J. Investigates
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
CATEGORY #43G
TALENT - PLAY-BY-PLAY/ANALYST
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dave Benz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Dave Benz, Play-by-Play
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony LaPanta Composite
Bally Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jim Petersen Composite
Bally Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
CATEGORY #44A
PHOTOGRAPHER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Modern Makers
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rethink Reentry
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Miracles Under the Mango Tree
WDAY
• Devin Krinke, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eric Parker Andersen - Photographer Composite
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Josh Bryant Photographer Composite
Ron Schara Productions
• Josh Bryant, Photographer
CATEGORY #44B
PHOTOGRAPHER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
LUMINARY Commercial Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lola Jessika: From Haiti to Home
Acowsay Film Company
• Tyler Eichorst, Photographer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Photographer Composition
KMSP
• David Pint, Photographer
• Justin Lund, Photographer
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Photographer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Photographer
CATEGORY #44C
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS/SPORTS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
#All I Want For Christmas Is To Beat Boyd
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
For My Sweet Bailey
KARE
• Kevin Sullivan, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Collett's Clip Composite
KARE
• Rob Collett, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #44D
PHOTOGRAPHER - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Walk in The Park: Split Rock
Ron Schara Productions
• Josh Bryant, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Fights Cancer All-Stars
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Arthur Kuh, Photographer
• Maggie J. Kukar, Executive Producer
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Battle Of The Cathedral
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Photojournalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Picture Day
KARE
• Ben Garvin, Photographer
CATEGORY #45A
VIDEO JOURNALIST - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Days In The Life
KARE
• Dylan Wohlenhaus, Multimedia Journalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Michelle Alfini MMJ Compilation
KBJR
• Michelle Alfini, Multimedia Journalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MMJane
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Video Journalist
CATEGORY #45B
VIDEO JOURNALIST - NO TIME LIMIT
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Elias Johnson Reports
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Video Journalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
She Did
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Video Journalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ryan Shaver
KARE
• Ryan Shaver, Multimedia Journalist
2018 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Make It An Experience - Dennis Rafftery Composite
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Video Journalist
CATEGORY #01
OVERALL EXCELLENCE
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KMSP-TV
KMSP
• Sheila Oliver, General Manager
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 News Overall Excellence
KARE
• John Remes, KARE President And General Manager
CATEGORY #02
NEWS EXCELLENCE
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News
KCCI
• Dave Busiek, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WDIO News Excellence
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 News Excellence
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox 9 News Excellence
KMSP
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Lori Fisher, Senior Executive Producer
CATEGORY #03
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Addicted: Fargo's Opiate Crisis
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter/Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE EyesUp Distracted Driving Campaign
KARE
• Alicia Lewis, Executive Producer And Talent
CATEGORY #04A
NEWSCAST - MORNING (MARKETS 1-70)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WCCO 4 News This Morning
WCCO
• Bess Ellenson, Executive Producer
• Michael Verlo, Producer
• Diane Giscard D'Estaing, Producer
• Mike Haberman, Producer
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Kim Johnson, Anchor
• Matt Brickman, Meteorologist
• Ali Lucia, Traffic Reporter
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Ashley Roberts, Reporter
• Josh Supik, Director
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS Morning: Protests Follow Philando Castile Shooting
KSTP
• Nicole Roddy, Executive Producer
• Kyle Johnson, Producer
• Katie Skalicky, Producer
• Megan Newquist, Anchor
• Chris Egert, Anchor
• Tyler Berg, Reporter
• Brett Hoffland, Reporter
• Chris Knoll, Photojournalist
• Thomas Palanuk, Photojournalist
• Ashley Halbach, Producer
• Ken Barlow, Morning Chief Meteorologist
• Josie Smith, Traffic Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News This Morning: Officers Ambushed
KCCI
• Heidi Gojkovich, Executive Producer
• Eric Hanson, Anchor
• Elizabeth Klinge, Anchor
• Tommie Clark, Reporter
• Rheya Spigner, Reporter/Anchor
• Zach Hayes, Photographer
• Cortney Kinzter, Photographer
• Shelby Brink, Producer
• Alex Payne, Producer
• Anthony Pisut, Director
• Bob Thomas, Photographer
CATEGORY #04B
NEWSCAST - MORNING (MARKETS 71-120)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Today in Iowa: Fall Flooding
KWWL
• Jordan Mickle, Producer
CATEGORY #04C
NEWSCAST - MORNING (MARKETS 121+)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hello Wisconsin - May 17, 2017
WEAU
• Michelle Clemens, Producer
• Thomas Hensen, Producer
• Courtney Everett, Anchor
• Tyler Mickelson, Anchor
• Corey Czekalski, Director
• Dewey O'Flanagan, Director
• Logan Mackie, Master Control Operator
• Andrew Fefer, News Director
• Monica Ott, Meteoroligist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter Today, 6:30 a.m., March 7, 2017
KTTC
• Ethan McConkey, News Producer
• Jacob Murphey, Anchor/Producer
• Jess Abrahamson, Anchor/Producer
• Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
• Niala Charles, Multimedia Journalist
• Chris Yu, Multimedia Journalist
• Jason Holland, Director
• Bashar Nima IL Easawi, Audio
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Good Morning Northland
WDIO
• Michelle Stenberg, Producer
• Maarja Anderson, Anchor
• Dana Zimmer, Meteorologist
• Baihly Warfield, Anchor
• Carl Sauer, Photographer
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
February Snowfall
KTIV
• Kimberly Woo, Producer
• Al Joens, Anchor
• Michelle Schoening, Reporter
• Timothy Springer, Meteorologist
• Jaret Lansford, Meteorologist
• Keith Bliven, Photographer
• Greg Fisher, Director
• Randy Kascht, Audio
• Alexandra Krula, Assignment Desk
• Andy Benz, Chief Engineer
• Tom Stock, Director Of Production
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KBJR 6 News Today
KBJR
• Michael Raimondi, Producer/Anchor
• Georgia Ellyse, Anchor
• Adam Lorch, Meteorologist
• Jordan Sherman, Director
• Dustin DeSanto, Production Manager
• Kevin Jacobsen, Assistant News Director
• Barbara Reyelts, News Director
CATEGORY #05A
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 1-70)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WCCO MidMorning
WCCO
• Bess Ellenson, Executive Producer
• Aaron Beckman, Producer
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Kylie Bearse, Anchor
• Wade Mesenbring, Director
• Heather Brown, Panelist
• Matt Brickman, Panelist
• Wendy Bridenstine, Robocam Operator
CATEGORY #05B
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 71-120)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KWWL News at Noon: Fall Flooding
KWWL
• Sommer Steiner, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #06A
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 1-70)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS at 10: Answers in Jacob Wetterling Case
KSTP
• Zach Tecklenburg, Producer
• Bill Lunn, Anchor
• Leah McLean, Anchor
• Tom Hauser, Reporter
• Beth McDonough, Reporter
• Jay Kolls, Reporter
• Kevin Doran, Reporter
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
• Joe Caffrey, Photojournalist
• Dave Peterson, Photojournalist
• Josh Rosenthal, Reporter
• Katherine Johnson, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 News at 5pm
KARE
• Rieta Buttaro Mikkelsen, Producer
• Cindy Chapman, Executive Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor
• Jeff Edmondson, Meteorologist
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• Zachery Lashway, Reporter
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Boua Xiong, Reporter
• Stacey Nogy, Assistant News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
FOX 9 News @ 9
KMSP
• Seth Kaplan, Executive Producer
• Bill Snodgrass, Producer
• Tom Cousins, Director
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Asst. News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Police Shooting of Philando Castile
KARE
• Ian Philbrick, Executive Producer
• Jennifer Griffin, Producer
• Stacey Nogy, Assistant News Director
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• John Croman, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Photographer
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
• George Marincel, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9's 10 @ 10
KMSP
• Seth Kaplan, Executive Producer
• Ashley Bolkcom, Producer
• Vince Squillacioti, Director
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Asst. News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News at 10: Officers Ambushed
KCCI
• Julia Manning, Producer
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
• Steve Karlin, Anchor
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Shaina Humphries, Anchor
• Laura Terrell, Reporter
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
• Steffani Nolte, Photographer
• Cynthia Fodor, Reporter
• Andy Garman, Sports Director
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Todd Magel, Reporter/Anchor
CATEGORY #06B
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 71-120)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Copper Lounge Building Collapse 12-2-2016
KDLT-TV
• Paul Heinert, Producer
• Tom Hanson, Anchor
• Kelsie Passolt, Anchor
• Jack Eble, Reporter
• Anndrea Anderson, Reporter
• Sydney Kern, Reporter
• Joshua Bixler, Photographer
• Adam Huntimer, Photographer
• Jeff Johnson, Director
• Monica Albers, Producer
• Brandon Spinner, Meteorologist
• Zachary Borg, Sports Anchor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KSFY News at 10:00 - December 2, 2016
KSFY/KDLT
• Ronald Hawkins, Producer
• Bill Miller, Technical Media Producer
• Brian Allen, Anchor
• Courtney Collen, Anchor
• Bridget Bennett, Multimedia Journalist
• Tess Hedrick, Multimedia Journalist
• Kelley Smith, Multimedia Journalist
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
• Troy Timmerman, Photojournalist
• Simon Floss, Photojournalist
• Vanessa Gomez, Multimedia Journalist
• Kevin King, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND News at 5pm-December 2, 2016
KELO
• Anna Kruse, Producer
• Angela Kennecke, Anchor/Reporter
• Brady Mallory, Anchor/Reporter
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Perry Groten, Reporter
• Don Jorgensen, Reporter
• Kelli Volk, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photograpoher/Editor
• Michael Simundson, Photographer/Editor
• Thom Morrow, Photographer/Editor
• Sarah McDonald, Photographer/Editor
• Michael Geheren, Field Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
DAPL Protest and Winter Storms
WDAY
• Kerstin Kealy, Anchor/Producer
• Dana Mogck, Anchor/Producer
• John Wheeler, Meteorologist
• Jeremy Ness, Director
• Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Ty Filley, Reporter
• Andrew Nelson, Photojournalist
• Kayla Muehler, Assignment Editor
• Jeff Nelson, News Director
• Dom Izzo, Sports Anchor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KELOLAND News at 10pm-December 2, 2016
KELO
• Darcy Andersen, Producer
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor/Reporter
• Kelli Volk, Anchor/Reporter
• Angela Kennecke, Reporter
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer/Editor
• Brady Mallory, Reporter
• Perry Groten, Reporter
• Michael Simundson, Photographer/Editor
• Thom Morrow, Photographer/Editor
• Sarah McDonald, Photographer/Editor
• Michael Geheren, Field Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WDAZ 10 pm 5/11/17 Newscast
WDAZ
• Matt Henson, Anchor/Producer
• Stacie Van Dyke, Producer
• Jon Tweet, Director
• Jeff Nelson, News Director
• Jason Hibbs, Assistant News Director
• Drew Trafton, Assistant News Director
• Ty Filley, Reporter
• Scott Cook, Reporter
• Caitlin Jacobs, Photographer
• John Wheeler, Weather
• Mark Pearson, Sports
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL 6 p.m. Newscast - Thanksgiving Day explosion
KWWL
• Sara Belmont, Producer
• Jeff Sandlin, Director
CATEGORY #06C
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 121+)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WEAU 13 News at 5
WEAU
• Andrew Fefer, Producer/News Director
• Raji Alowairdi, Director
• Tom Benson, Audio Operator
• Duane Wolter III, Camera Operator
• Jeff Ralph, Camera Operator
• Ron Viste, Engineer
• Joel Hrubesch, Associate Director
• Brian Anderson, Master Control Operator
• Darren Maier, Meteoroligist
• Judy Clark, Field Anchor
• Nikola Junewicz, Field Anchor
• Stepanie Olson, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
McNeilus Explosion
KAAL
• Erin Pellett, Producer
• Betsy Singer, Anchor
• Peter Leuthardt, Director
• Mike Bush, Audio
• Karsen Forsman, Reporter
• Elise Romas, Reporter
• Chad Corey, Photographer
• Brian Wise, Photographer
• Chris Kuball, Meteorologist
• Steven Dickerson, Editor
• David Springer, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Clark's Grove Tornado
KAAL
• Erin Pellett, Producer
• Betsy Singer, Anchor
• Karsen Forsman, Reporter
• Chris Kuball, Meteorologist
• Jim Peterson, Meteorologist/Reporter
• Peter Leuthardt, Director
• Mike Bush, Audio
• Steven Dickerson, Editor
• David Springer, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eyewitness News at Six
WDIO
• Bjorn Saterbak, Producer
• Darren Danielson, Anchor
• Justin Liles, Chief Meteorologist
• Dan Romano, Reporter
• Taylor Holt, Reporter
• Baihly Warfield, Reporter
• Dan Williamson, Sports Anchor
• Chelsie Brown, Sports Reporter
• Carl Sauer, Photographer
• Kyle Aune, Photographer
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
News 4 Live at Five
KTIV
• Jennifer Lenzini, Producer
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Sheila Brummer, Anchor
• Keith Bliven, Executive Producer
• Michelle Schoening, Reporter
• Mason Mauro, Reporter
• Tiffany Lane, Reporter
• Ron Demers, Meteorologist
• MaryAnn Farley, Director
• David Washburn, Field Producer
• Andy Benz, Field Engineer
• Tom Stock, Field Director
CATEGORY #07A
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND (MARKETS 1-70)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS at 6:00: Jacob Wetterling
KSTP
• Alan Hoglund, Producer
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
• Matt Belanger, Anchor
• Brandi Powell, Anchor
• Tom Hauser, Reporter
• Brett Hoffland, Reporter
• Jessica Miles, Reporter
• Nick Gaither, Photographer
• Dan Jabs, Photographer
• Ryan Wyckoff, Director
• Dave Weaver, Technical Director
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 4 News Saturday Morning: Jacob Wetterling Found
WCCO
• Addie Chernow, Director
• Mike Haberman, Producer
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Michael Augustyniak, Meteorologist
• Matt Liddy, Executive Producer
• Natalie Nyhus, Anchor
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Ron Westermeyer, Camera Operator
• Rachel Slavik, Reporter
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE Weekend Newscast
KARE
• Rebecca Rohde-Eckblad, Weekend Executive Producer
• Bill Strande, Producer
• Randy Shaver, Anchor
• Laura Betker, Meteorologist
• Dave Schwartz, Sports Anchor
• Karla Hult, Reporter
• Ellery McCardle, Reporter
• Camille Williams, Reporter
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, KARE 11 Investigates Executive Producer
• Cindy Chapman, Senior Executive Producer
• Stacey Nogy, Assistant News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 News @ 9
KMSP
• Seth Kaplan, Executive Producer
• Alyssa Kroeten, Producer
• ROB KERR, Director
• Marian Kessler, VP News / News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Asst. News Director
CATEGORY #07C
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND (MARKETS 121+)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
News 4 at Five
KTIV
• Jennifer Lenzini, Producer
• Mason Mauro, Anchor
• Ron Demers, Meteorologist
• Jaret Lansford, Meteorologist
• Ashly Richardson, Reporter
• Keith Bliven, Executive Producer
• Mark Freund, Sports Anchor
• Darren Johnson, Director
• Andy Benz, Chief Engineer
• Tom Stock, Director Of Production
• Shelby Fickett, Audio Operator
• Alexandra Krula, Content Manager
CATEGORY #08A
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT - SINGLE STORY
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Justice For Antonio
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nursing Home Abuse Kept Secret
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
• Steve@steveeckert.com, Producer
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
• Rob Collett, Photojournalist
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Shaken
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Medical Examiner Mistakes
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
CATEGORY #08B
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT - SERIES
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kids at Risk:Minnesota Schools Failing To Test for Lead in Water
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Erik Altmann, Producer
• Kevin Bubach, Photographer/Editor
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer/Editor
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Quid Pro Quo
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
• Casey Hooker, Photographer/Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Oil & Water: The Dakota Access Pipeline
KSTP
• Matt Belanger, Reporter
• Joe Caffrey, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Double Billing The Badge
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Photojournalist
• Ferlon Webster, Editor
• Carly Danek, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Invisible Wounds: Treatment & Reform
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Bob Crippa, Photojournalist
• Taylor Lumsden, Photojournalist
• William Middeke, Photojournalist
• Laura Stokes, Web Producer
CATEGORY #09
BREAKING NEWS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sioux Falls Building Collapse
KSFY/KDLT
• Kevin King, News Director
• Jeffrey Cleland, Assistant News Director
• Bridget Bennett, Anchor/Reporter
• Courtney Collen, Anchor
• Brian Allen, Anchor
• Jonah Heisinger, Technical Media Producer
• David Hauck, Photojournalist
• Troy Timmerman, Photojournalist
• Vanessa Gomez, Multimedia Journalist
• Kelley Smith, Multimedia Journalist
• Kyle Vis, Producer
• Ronald Hawkins, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
2016 Flood Coverage
KGAN/KFXA
• Kevin Barry, Reporter
• Aaron Gerhardt, Photographer
• Jason Meyer, Photographer
• Matt Larsen, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Major Break in Jacob Wetterling Case
KSTP
• Nicole Roddy, Executive Producer
• Stephen Rydberg, Producer
• Chloe Goldade, Producer
• Matthew Belanger, Anchor
• Brandi Powell, Anchor
• Tom Hauser, Reporter
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Tyler Berg, Reporter
• Joel Doering, Photojournalist
• Justin Haugesag, Photojournalist
• Will Greiner, Photojournalist
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Philando Castile Shooting
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
November 2, 2016 - Officers Ambushed
KCCI
• Heidi Gojkovich, Manager
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Elizabeth Klinge, Producer
• Tommie Clark, Reporter
• Zach Hayes, Photographer
• Shelby Brink, Producer
• Alex Payne, Producer
• Steve Karlin, Reporter
• Stacey Horst, Producer
• Shaina Humphries, Producer
CATEGORY #10
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Horse Giveaway
KELO TV
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer/Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Officers Ambushed
KCCI
• Dave Busiek, News Director
• Dana Cardin, Assistant News Director
• Tom Torpy, Managing Editor
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Elizabeth Klinge, Producer
• Steve Karlin, Producer
• Stacey Horst, Producer
• Laura Terrell, Producer
• Cynthia Fodor, Producer
• Todd Magel, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Insane Benefit
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
• Ferlon Webster, Photojournalist
• Kevin Sullivan, Photojournalist
• Katie Robb, Data Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Remembering Colt Allery
KMOT
• Joe Skurzewski, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota Access Pipeline Protests
KFYR
• J.R. Havens, News Director
• Clifford Naylor, Producer
• Bo Evans, Reporter
• Allyssa Dickert, Reporter
• Sara Berlinger, Reporter
• Max Grossfeld, Reporter
• Megan Mitchell, Reporter
• Dwayne Walker, Photographer
• Donna Hardt, Photographer
• Monica Hannan, Anchor
• Kevin Stanfield, Anchor
• Marcie Bollinger, Anchor/Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chetek Tornado Team Coverage
KMSP
• Jack Highberger, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
• Russell Weseman, Photographer
• Courtney Godfrey, Reporter
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Ted Haller, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
• Dan Sundem, Photographer
• Doug Solomon, Photographer
• Karen Scullin, Reporter
• Jared Rose, Photographer
• Pete Harty, Engineer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota Access Pipeline Protest
WDAY
• Jeff Nelson, News Director
• Kerstin Kealy, Anchor/Producer
• Dana Mogck, Anchor/Producer
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter/Producer
• Andrew Nelson, Photojournalist
• Ty Filley, Reporter
• Jordan Ryan, Photojournalist
• Matt Henson, Reporter/Producer
• Amy Unrau, Reporter/Producer
• Jordan Schroeer, Reporter
• Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
• Kayla Muehler, Assignment Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jacob Wetterling
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Dakota Access Pipeline
KSTP
• Matt Belanger, Reporter
• David Peterson, Photographer
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
• Todd Raaen, Photographer
• Joe Caffrey, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Invisible Danger
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
CATEGORY #11A
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Day for Dad
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Full-Court Snip
KARE
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Ferlon Webster, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Litchfield Tornado
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I'm Glad to See It Gone
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Mysterious Meow
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Producer
• Ted Haller, News Reporter
CATEGORY #11B
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - NO TIME LIMIT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Care Concerns
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
• Melissa Martz, Photographer
• Joe Mears, Photographer
• Joe Berglove, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Vanity Awards
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Emmett & Erling's Goodbye
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anyone's Son
WDIO
• Baihly Warfield, Reporter
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Pipeline Protests
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Ferlon Webster, Photojournalist/Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Ace of Hearts
WDIO
• Baihly Warfield, Reporter
• Kyle Aune, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Shooting of Philando Castile
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Firefighter In The Fight Of His LIfe
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Murder On The 'Dark Web'
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #12A
LIGHT FEATURE NEWS REPORT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gem of the Week
WDAZ
• Matt Henson, Reporter/Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spreading Kindness
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Vikings Superfan Obadiah
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Videojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adoption Day
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Cortney Kintzer, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Ear is Listening
KARE
• Ben Garvin, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gravestone
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
CATEGORY #12B
SERIOUS FEATURE NEWS REPORT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Johanna Watkins Is Allergic to Everything
KMSP
• Karen Scullin, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
• John Cottew, Photographer
• Dan Sundem, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Three Angels
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Death Becomes Her
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photojournalist
• Gary Knox, Editor
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Adam Jukkola, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Courageous Life
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Tom Aviles, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fighting Back: Former NHL Player's Medical Records 'Intentionally Concealed'
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Jared Bergerson, Photographer/Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
William & Eric
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mona's Story
KARE
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist/Editor
CATEGORY #13
CRIME
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Romance Scam
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist / Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jasmine's Story
KMSP
• Jack Highberger, Producer
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Connection or Coincidence?
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bad Locksmith
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• Craig Norkus, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mentor & Monster
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #14A
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT - SINGLE STORY
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Photographer Layne Kennedy
Twin Cities PBS
• Ryan Klabunde, Producer
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Brennan Vance, Photographer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Field/Post Production Audio
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production Coordinator
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Greetings From Iowa - The Bobblehead Guy
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Editor
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
• Charles Czech, Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Grandma Tink
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Photographer/Reporter/Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
NYT vs. Comics
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Caitlin
Flyover Films
• Damian Kussian, Producer, Cinematographer, Editor
• Caitlin Karolczak, Artist
• Sean Johnson, Cinematographer
• Will Moses, Cinematographer
• Hailey Enge, Cinematographer
• Brian Bradbury, Assistant Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Beauty and the Beast
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Composer Libby Larsen
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Matt Ehling, Photographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Mitch Griffin, Field Audio
• Brennan Vance, Editor
• Joseph Demko, Field Audio/Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production/Web Coordinator/Photographer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #14B
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT - PROGRAM
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cheng Khee Chee in Perspective
PBS North
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer/OffLine Editor
• Steven Ash, Photographer/Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Man on the Moon
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fire & Light
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents Manon
Iowa PBS
• Judy Blank, Producer/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer/Director
• Chad Aubrey, Engineer In Charge
• Julie Knutson, Technical Director
• Jim Leasure, Audio Engineer
• David Feingold, Audio Engineer
• Neal Kyer, Video Engineer/Editor
• Rick Fuller, Crew Chief/Camera Operator
• Steve Carns, Camera Operator
• Phil Blobaum, Camera Operator
• Scott Faine, Camera Operator
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Jason Show
KMSP
• Jeffrey Orcutt, Executive Producer
• Carl Jaeger, Producer
• Jason Matheson, Host
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
• Rob King, Editor
• ERIC STURM, Photographer
• Shayne Stroud, Correspondent
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Lowertown Line: P.O.S
Twin Cities PBS
• David Roth, Producer/Director/Editor
• Adam Geiger, Line Producer/Editor
• Andrea Bussey, Production Assistant/Editor
• Stefon Alexander, Talent
• Paul Guthrie, Lighting Designer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ezra Gold, Editor/Colorist
• Mitch Griffin, Music & Re-Recording Mixer
• Terry Gray, Additional Audio
• Robert Hutchings, Camera Operator
• Neal Wallace, Additional Audio Support
• Michael Phillips, Jib Operator
CATEGORY #15A
BUSINESS/CONSUMER: SINGLE STORY
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Sharing Revolution
WHO
• Eric Gooden, Photojournalist/Editor
• Ben Oldac, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Harry's Haircuts & Hot Towels
KDLT-TV
• Tom Hanson, Reporter
• Adam Huntimer, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Escape Rooms
WDIO
• Kyle Aune, Photographer
• Julie Kruse, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Skimmer Patrol
KXLT
• Tori Bokios, Anchor/Reporter
• Chuck Sibley, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tracking the Gas Tax
KWWL
• Jerry Gallagher, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Missing Memories & Broken Vows
KARE
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Barkery For Treats
KMSP
• Justin McCray, News Photojournalist
• Maury Glover, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Who's profiting from prescription overcharges?
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist/Editor
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Forty Years With The Sauceman
KPTH
• Larry Wentz, Anchor/Reporter
CATEGORY #15B
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - PROGRAM
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Working Dogs: Innovations in Healthcare
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Producer
• Scott Trotman, Field Director
• Jerry Lakso, Editor
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #16A
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - SINGLE STORY
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Trooper Shortage
KCCI
• Todd Magel, Reporter
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa's Ties to China
WOI
• Don Schmith, Chief Photographer
• Sabrina Ahmed, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Get Me A Lawyer
KSTP
• Jared Bergerson, Photographer/Editor
• Katherine Johnson, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Make Hillary Pay Me Back
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #16B
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - PROGRAM
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Our Issues - Fate of America's Immigrants
WUCW
• Rana Kamal, Executive Producer/Host
• Clay Holland, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
At Issue: July 24, 2016
KSTP
• Amanda Theisen, Producer
• Tom Hauser, Anchor/Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• David Peterson, Photojournalist
• Al Carlson, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breaking the News Political Special
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor
• Jana Shortal, Anchor
• Nicole Muehlhausen, Producer
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• John Croman, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
• Ferlon Webster, Photojournalist
• Kevin Sullivan, Photojournalist
• Cindy Chapman, Senior Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Almanac at the Capitol
Twin Cities PBS
• Kari Kennedy, Series Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Anchor/Reporter
• David Gillette, Special Correspondent
• Scott Trotman, Field Director/Videographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• JoAnn Babic, Director
• Caissa Casarez, Associate Director
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
RVPD Behind the Badge
CTV North Suburbs
• Kevin Schmitz, Producer & Editor
• Rick Mathwig, Producer
• Tim Domke, Project & Outreach Manager
CATEGORY #17
CHILDREN/TEEN
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Be Heard: Teen Poetry Competition
Twin Cities PBS
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Katie O'Rourke, Associate Producer
• Brennan Vance, Photographer
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Slade Kemmet, Photographer
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Marcus Taplin, Photographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• David Canada, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Huddle
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Brett Taber, Producer
• Christian Rangel, Producer/Editor
• Brandon Clemens, Producer
• Madison Cortese, Producer
• Kyle Buchholz, Videographer
• Lauren Young, Host
• Mike Huiras, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eyes Up Campaign
KARE
• Alicia Lewis, Executive Producer And Host
• Jeremiah Jacobsen, Producer
• Rieta Buttaro Mikkelsen, Producer
• Bryan Piatt, Host
• Megan Precht, Community Engagement Coordinator
• Bea Chang, Social Media Manager
• Laura Stokes, Digital Operations Manager
• Nate Anderson, Photojournalist And Editor
• Melissa Colorado, Reporter
• Jane Helmke, News Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
IPTV Kids Clubhouse: Construction Episode
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Dan Wardell, Host/Producer
• Abby Brown, Host/Producer
• Theresa Knight, Producer/Director
• Cameron McCoy, Producer/Director
• David Feingold, Editor
• Scott Faine, Puppeteer
• Delaney Howell, Assistant Producer
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
• James Sieck, Original Music
CATEGORY #18
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Road to Referendum
CVCTV
• Steve Betchkal, Writer/Photographer/Editor.
• Aaron Rigby, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Man in the Red Cap
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Run To Remember
KELO
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Small Iowa town divided over transgender issues in school
The Des Moines Register
• Michael Zamora, Photographer/Videographer/Editor
• Courtney Crowder, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sonia's Feat
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cameron's Voice
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Photographer/Reporter/Editor
CATEGORY #19
HEALTH
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Writing with Alzheimer’s
Des Moines Register
• Kelsey Kremer, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drug Diversion Without Penalty
KARE
• Lauren Leamanczyk, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist / Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Mother's Sacrifice
KSTP
• Joel Doering, Photojournalist
• Ellen Galles, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brighid's Legacy
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mayo Clinic's First Face Transplant: The Patient & The Surgery
Mayo Clinic
• Dennis Douda, Writer
• Andrew Shilts, Videographer
• Ginger Plumbo, Field Producer
• Peter Steiner, Medical Animation
• Joanna King, Medical Animation
• David Cheney, Medical Animation
• Jan Case, Medical Animation
• Eric Sheahan, Still Photographer
• Kevin Ness, Still Photographer
• Michael Cleary, Still Photographer
• Malgorzata Weivoda, Still Photographer
• Lauren Muraco, Still Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Prescription to Addiction
KMSP
• Jack Highberger, Producer
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
CATEGORY #20
SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Loons
KARE
• Kevin Sullivan, Photojournalist
• Greg Vandegrift, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Personal Pig
KSTP
• Chris Egert, Reporter/Producer
• Jason Hanson, Photojournalist/Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Persistence Paying Off
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Josh Kappler, Producer
• Paul Ebsen, Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Problem with Urban Geese
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Andy Fales, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Environmental Poet Moheb Soliman
Twin Cities PBS
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Celebrating their 100th year -- the Wonder of Voyageurs National Park
KARE
• Ben Garvin, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #21A
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - SINGLE STORY
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rita Mustaphi and Kathak Dance
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Photographer/Editor
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• Mitch Griffin, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Historic Haunted Hotel
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Editor
• Ben Elling, Photographer
• Bill Sherck, Writer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Esther's Dream
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jack Trice: Death & Mystery On The Gridiron
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Resilient Story of Bonnie St. John
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer/Editor
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
CATEGORY #21B
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - PROGRAM
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Our Hidden History
WOI
• April Samp, News Director
• Jessica Flinn, Editor
• Elias Johnson, Anchor/Reporter
• John Provenzano, Photographer
• Don Schmith, Chief Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hell to Heartland
KSTP
• Farrah Fazal, INVESTIGATIVE Reporter/WRITER/PRODUCER
• Anne Wittenborg, NEWS DIRECTOR
• Paul McEnroe, EXECUTIVE PRODUER INVESTIGATIONS
• Tim Vetscher, SENIOR PRODUCER IN DEPTH/INVESTIGATIVE
• ROB HUBBARD, GENERAL MANAGER
• CORY KAMPSCHROER, DIGITAL MEDIA MANAGER
• THERESA MALLOY, WEB PRODUCER
• REBECCA OMASTIAK, WEB PRODUCER
• Jason Hanson, Editor
• KEVIN HINKLE, DIRECTOR
• Joni Bria, GRAPHIC DESIGN
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Marching Saints: Pearl Harbor
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
CATEGORY #22
MILITARY
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Denials, Disconnects & Reform
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Staff Sgt. Gerald Jacobsen
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Reflection of Hope
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Jannay Towne, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Soldier's Journey
SWCTC
• Justin Atkinson, Director/Producer/Editor
• Brian Schmidt, Director Of Photography
• Mark Martinez, Executive Producer
• Ann Simpson, Aerial Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Playing his Dues
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
• Adam Jukkola, Photographer
• Ferlon Webster, Photographer
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photographer
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Charlie Foxtrot
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
CATEGORY #23A
SPORTS - NEWS STORY/SERIES
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Breaking the Rules
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• William Middeke, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Going the Distance: Runner Dick Beardsley
KARE
• Randy Shaver, Reporter
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fighting Back
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer
• Joe Augustine, Producer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer/Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Rink
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Powerful Perspective
KARE
• Dylan Wohlenhaus, Reporter
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Impact: Tyler Sash and CTE
KCCI
• Laura Terrell, Reporter
• Robbie Rissman, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Proudest Rebel
WCCO
• David McCoy, Reporter/Producer
• Sean Skinner, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #23B
SPORTS - PROGRAM STORY (OUTSIDE OF NEWS)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Overcoming Obstacles: The Lincoln Becker Story
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Don't Look Back: The Gaelin Elmore Story
Gopher Digital Productions
• Josh Blessing, Shooter, Editor
• Ryan Maus, Supervisor
• Chris Jackson, Shooter
• Dan West, Shooter
• Garrett Wright, Shooter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Game 7, 1991 - A Pitching Dual for the Ages
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Jim Bothun, Editor/Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kyle Satrom: Twins 1991 World Series Fan Story
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Oliver 'Butch' Mousseau - Midco Sports Magazine
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• David Brown, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pocahontas Indians & Elle Ruffridge - 2017 Girls Basketball
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Editor
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Andrew Batt, Executive Producer
• David Feingold, Audio Mix
CATEGORY #23C
SPORTS - PROGRAM SERIES (OUTSIDE OF NEWS)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings: Beyond The Gridiron
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Semanko, Producer/Editor
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Nick Frantzen, Producer/Editor
• Allan Wertheimer, Producer/Videographer
• Greg Bostrom, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild - Becoming Wild: Game Day with the Wild
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Sr. Manager, Broadcasting And Production
• Pat O'Connor, Producer
• Dustin Peterson, Videographer
• Peter Keffer, Editor
• John Maher, Vice President, Brand Marketing
• Aaron Sickman, Media Relations Director
• Kevin Falness, Voice Talent
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tales of the Gridiron
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Brad Van Osdel, Producer
• Andrew Bork, Producer/Videographer
• Paul Ebsen, Videographer
• Chad Andersen, Producer
• Nate Wek, Producer
• Josh Kappler, Co-Producer/Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dream. State.
Acowsay Cinema
• Tyler Eichorst, Director / Cinematographer / Editor
• Danny Krueger, Producer
• Gerick Engle, Cinematographer
• Alyse Iorio, Cinematographer / Editor
• Jenny Olson, Cinematographer / Social Media
• Alec Kintigh, Cinematographer / Editor
• Bruce Meyers, Cinematographer / Editor / Producer
• Sam Christian, Producer
• Derek Bitter, Executive Producer
• Sarah Edwards, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sunday Insider
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Producer
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine - Life Lessons
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Tom Nieman, Host
• David Brown, Reporter
• Brian Shawn, Reporter
CATEGORY #23D
SPORTS - ONE-TIME SPECIAL
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brotherhood of Basketball
Mud Mile Communications
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer
• Jolene Loetscher, Executive Producer
• Tom Billeter, Co-Executive Producer
• Michael McQuade, Art Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Impact
KCCI
• Andy Garman, Anchor
• Julia Manning, Managing Editor
• Scott Reister, Reporter
• Tony Seeman, Reporter
• Laura Terrell, Producer
• Robbie Rissman, Producer
• Marcus McIntosh, Reporter
• Spencer Vaughn, Photographer
• Matt Rittman, Graphic Designer
• Mark Tauscheck, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
• Andrew McGuire, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota 2017
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Peter Anderson, Producer
• Jordan Austin, Producer
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Tom Hanneman, Host
• Tom Chorske, Analyst
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Audra Martin, Host/Reporter
CATEGORY #24
SPORTS EVENT/GAME – LIVE/UNEDITED - PROGRAM/SPECIAL/SERIES
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MN Wild Season Series
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Peter Anderson, Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Mike Greenlay, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Tom Mee, Graphics
• Ted Allaire, VTR
• Jim Bothun, Associate Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hockey Day Minnesota 2017
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Kevin Gorg, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Jim Bothun, Associate Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Bob Rohde, Operations
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Timberwolves Basketball
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Dave Benz, Play-by-Play
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Tom Hanneman, Host
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Paul Laskey, Replay
• Mike Mee, Graphics
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Twins Baseball
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Bert Blyleven, Analyst
• Roy Smalley, Analyst
• Jack Morris, Analyst
• Jim Bothun, Editor
CATEGORY #25A
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hmong Pioneers - Honoring the First Wave
St. Paul Neighborhood Network - SPNN
• David Zierott, Producer / Director
• Noel Lee, Photographer
• Lee Pao Xiong, Interviewer / Translator
• Anna Goranova, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Somalia: A Nation of Poets
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Diana Fraser, Line Producer
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Joseph Demko, Audio Sweetening
• Tom Trow, Executive In Charge
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Mitch Griffin, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Shari Lamke, Supervising Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Robert Bly: A Thousand Years of Joy
Fischeye Films
• Steve Fischer, Associate Producer
• Haydn Reiss, Director
• Dominic Howes, Producer
• Thomas Lemmer, Writer
• Mark Traver, Director Of Photography
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Eagles of Decorah
Iowa PBS
• Andrew Batt, Executive Producer
• Chris Gourley, Producer
• Travis Graven, Producer
• Patrick Boberg, Producer
• Chad Aubrey, Editor
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Paul Hickey, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• David Feingold, Audio
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Joe Bustad, Graphics
• Tiffany Hill, Associate Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Two Spirits
KFYR
• Clifford Naylor, Photographer/Co-Writer
• Megan Mitchell, Producer/Co-Writer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Living Free
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
CATEGORY #25B
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Deadwood Pioneer: A Face From The Past
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Chad Andersen, Producer
• Andrew Bork, Videographer/Editor
• Brian Gevik, Narrator
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gems of Itasca: The Bovey Edition
A Plus B Productions, LLC
• ALISI STYLES, Director / Producer
• BENJAMIN BRAFF, Producer / Cinematographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Interstate 94: A History and Its Impact
Twin Cities PBS
• Luke Heikkila, Producer
• Skip Davis, Video Editor
• Leya Hale, Associate Producer
• Kate Gibson, Line Producer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• McGraw Jones, Videographer
• Marcus Taplin, Videographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Shari Lamke, Supervising Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sonderzüge: A Box Car Story
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Legendary Saint Paul Winter Carnival
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Producer
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Robert Hutchings, Photographer
• Mitch Griffin, Field/Post Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Ben Malley, Graphics
• Marissa Blahnik, Line Producer
• Anne Guttridge, Lead Research
• Katie Moritz, Production Assistant
• David Wermus, Production Manager
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Flowers of The Church- Minnesota's Stained Glass Heritage
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Executive Producer
• Steve Wennblom, Producer
• Cassie Pierce, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hi, Gene! Meet the Real Senator McCarthy
Robbob Productions
• Rob Hahn, Director And Executive Producer
CATEGORY #25C
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brainstorm
Stacia Kalinoski Productions
• Stacia Kalinoski, Producer/Editor
• Ken Stone, Executive Producer
• Sara Kalinoski, Graphics Designer/Color Correction
• John Pompeo, Producer
• Bob Perkerwicz, 3D Graphics Designer
• Vern Norwood, Audio Sweetening
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Orphans of the Nile
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Reclaiming Sacred Tobacco
Twin Cities PBS
• Leya Hale, Producer/Offline Editor
• Diana Fraser, Line Producer
• Michael Phillips, Director Of Photography
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Jon Van Amber, Graphic Design
• Nathan Reopelle, Online Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Audio Sweetening
• Alyssa Fuller, Post Production Coordinator
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Supervising Producer
• Shari Lamke, Sr. Director, Supervising Producer
CATEGORY #26
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Luther House of Study: The Second Commandment
Mud Mile Communications
• Jolene Loetscher, Executive Producer
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer
• Kevin Perlic, Editor
• Michael McQuade, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eyes Up: Taking the Fight to the Phone
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Photographer
• John Drilling, Drone Pilot
• Travis Kobs, Drone Pilot
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Made For The Outdoors Stormy Kromer
Ron Schara Productions
• Lindsey Hayes, Reporter/Writer/Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer/Editor/Motion Graphics
• Michael Uss, Producer
• Bill Sherck, Co-Host
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Made For The Outdoors Prime Bows
Ron Schara Productions
• Lindsey Hayes, Reporter/Writer/Producer
• Michael Uss, Photographer/Editor/Producer
• Cole O'Brien, Photographer
• Bill Sherck, Co-Host
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Made For The Outdoors CCS
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Talent/Producer/Wordsmith
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
• Josh Bryant, Producer
• Lindsey Hayes, Co-Host
• Michael Uss, Producer
CATEGORY #27
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Humanizing Healthcare
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host & Reporter
• Scott Trotman, Field Director
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Kari Kennedy, Show Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Conversation with Bill Moyers
Twin Cities PBS
• Adam Geiger, Producer/Director
• Bill Moyers, Guest
• Don Shelby, Host
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Thomas Franchett, Lighting Director
• Joseph Demko, Audio Mix
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor/Colorist
• McGraw Jones, Camera Operator
• Michael Phillips, Jib Operator
• Ed Dally, Camera Operator
• Tom Keleher, Production Engineer
• David Wermus, Vice President, Production
CATEGORY #28
MAGAZINE
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Due North Outdoors
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Executive Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
• Travis Frank, Producer
• Ben Elling, Photojournalist
• Kyle Heidenreich, Editor
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photojournalist
• Don Stremski, Captioning
• Gram Krause-Lyons, Photojournalist
• Jared Christie, Scheduling
• Josh Bryant, Photojournalist
• Cole O'Brien, Editor
• Ron Schara, Writer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Greetings from Iowa - Season 1
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Shooter/Editor
• Darrin Clouse, Shooter
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Taylor Shore, Associate Producer
• Tonya Weber, Associate Producer
• Phong Duong, Graphics
• Charles Czech, Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gaelynn Lea: Not Aftraid to Be
PBS North
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer/OffLine Editor
• Steven Ash, Photographer/Editor
• Lance Haavisto, Photographer
• Tomas Soderberg, Photographer
• Jake Larson, Music Mixing
• Nick Clingman, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine - Crafty
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• David Brown, Producer
• Jody Norstedt, Reporter
• Tom Nieman, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Original: Photographer Eric Mueller, Poet and Activist Andrea Jenkins and Hip Hop Artist Prof
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Field And Post Audio
• Jack Davis, Videographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• David Canada, Field Audio
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
CATEGORY #29A
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - SINGLE STORY
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I Am Anfa
KSTP
• Farrah Fazal, Reporter
• Anne Wittenborg, NEWS DIRECTOR
• Paul McEnroe, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER INVESTIGATIONS
• Jason Hanson, Editor
• AHMED FARAH, PHOTOJOURNALIST
• DAUD YUSSUF, FIELD PRODUCER
• THERESA MALLOY, WEB PRODUCER
• REBECCA OMASTIAK, WEB PRODUCER
• KEVIN HINKLE, DIRECTOR
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Beyond Hunger
KSTP
• Farrah Fazal, PRODUCER/Reporter
• Anne Wittenborg, NEWS DIRECTOR
• Paul McEnroe, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER INVESTIGATIONS
• Jason Hanson, Editor
• THERESA MALLOY, WEB PRODUCER
• REBECCA OMASTIAK, WEB PRODUCER
• Joe Johnston, PUBLIC AFFAIRS DIRECTOR
• AHMED FARAH, PHOTOJOURNALIST
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inattentional Blindness
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
• Justin McCray, Photographer
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Off 90: 300M4Freedom
KSMQ
• Stephanie Passingham, Producer
• Kevin Hanson, Editor/Videographer
• Matthew Bluhm, Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Born Addicted
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Ben Garvin, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hiding In Plain Sight
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Jodi Whitworth, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Room 327
StoryTeller Media & Communications
• Ed Heil, Executive Producer
• Kari Jo Faulhaber, Producer
• Rob Theoret, Videographer/Editor
• Mary Huss, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #29B
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - PROGRAM
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Teen to Terrorist
KSTP
• Farrah Fazal, INVESTIGATIVE Reporter/WRITER
• Anne Wittenborg, NEWS DIRECTOR
• Paul McEnroe, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER INVESTIGATIONS
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, PHOTOJOURNALIST
• KEVIN HINKLE, DIRECTOR
• STEVE TELLIER, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Life Decisions: The Power of Death & Directives
KARE
• Kent Erdahl, Anchor/Reporter
• William Middeke, Photographer
• Julie Anderson, Producer
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota's Missing
KSTP
• Kevin Doran, Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photojurnalist
• John Mueller, Photojournalist
• Justin Duhn, Photojournalist
• Kevin Bubach, Photojournalist
• Joe Caffrey, Photojournalist
• Monty Stuempert, Photojournalist
• Will Greiner, Photojournalist
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
• Joel Doering, Photojournalist
• Jason Hanson, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
State of Addiction
KCCI
• Shaina Humphries, Anchor
• Julia Manning, Managing Editor
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
• Eric Hanson, Anchor
• Steve Karlin, Anchor
• Cynthia Fodor, Reporter
• Robbie Rissman, Editor
• Mel Konrad, Engineer
• Brandi Vick, Technical Director
• Cortney Kintzer, Photographer
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
• Mike Sims, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond The Badge - April 2017
Edina TV
• Dietrich Nissen, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Kaylin Eidsness, Executive Producer
• Scott Denfeld, Assistant Producer
• Brian Hubbard, Host
• Ryan Quinn, Co-Host
• Beau Schoenhard, Co-Host
• Aaron White, Co-Host
• Chris Laskowski, Production Staff
• Josh Schmidt, Production Staff
• Dawn Wills, Production Staff
CATEGORY #30
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE (OTHER THAN NEWS OR SPORTS)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Christmas at Concordia: Gather Us In O' Child of Peace
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Senior Producer
• Shari Lamke, Supervising Producer
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• JoAnn Babic, Associate Director
• Scott Trotman, Technical Director/Switcher
• Skip Davis, Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Sound Design/Mix
• Mark Woods, Jib Operator
• Matt Ehling, Camera (handheld)
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Design
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Gordon Moe, Producer Concordia
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond The Badge - National Police Week in Washington D.C.
Edina TV
• Dietrich Nissen, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Kaylin Eidsness, Executive Producer
• Brian Hubbard, Host
• Jason Behr, Production Staff
• Darin Cizek, Production Staff
• Tony Martin, Production Staff
• Ryan Schultz, Production Staff
CATEGORY #31
INTERSTITIAL
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Public Art Profiles
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ret. Col. Marty Mahrt
TP Productions
• Tommy Platek, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On The Job
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Scott Neal, Host
• Kaylin Eidsness, Production Staff
• Chris Laskowski, Production Staff
• Dietrich Nissen, Production Staff
• Dawn Wills, Production Staff
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Postcards: Train Car Mural
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Conroy, Executive Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
CATEGORY #32A
LIFESTYLE - FEATURE/SEGMENT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Tator
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chef Erick Harcey
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Photographer/Editor
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Mark Hentges, Photographer
• Jack Davis, Photographer
• Matt Ehling, Photographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• David Canada, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
1000 Dresses
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Producer
• Amy Hockert, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Machine Age Lamps
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Brennan Vance, Photographer
• Eliot Popko, Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production/Web Coordinator
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
DeRusha Eats
WCCO
• Jason DeRusha, Reporter
• Robyn Black, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #32B
LIFESTYLE - PROGRAM/SPECIAL/SERIES
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Iowa Ingredient: Zucchini Episode
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Charity Nebbe, Host
• Theresa Knight, Producer/Director
• Cameron McCoy, Producer/Director
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• David Feingold, Editor
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphics
• Scott Faine, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Outdoors #702
Iowa PBS
• Patrick Boberg, Producer
• Andrew Batt, Executive Producer
• Travis Graven, Producer
• Kellie Kramer, Host
• Scott Siepker, Host
• Scott Faine, Videographer
• Chad Aubrey, Editor
• Jim Leasure, Audio Technician
• Tiffany Hill, Associate Producer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Brent Willett, Graphic Designer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Story Producer
• Ron Schara, Executive Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Producer
• Gram Krause-Lyons, Photojournalist
• Josh Bryant, Photojournalist
• Kyle Heidenreich, Editor
• Ben Elling, Photojournalist
• Cole O'Brien, Photojournalist
• Travis Frank, Writer
• Jared Christie, Scheduling
CATEGORY #33
BRANDED CONTENT PROGRAM
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Senior Connect
Flyover Films
• Olga Lezhepekova, Story Producer
• Noah Wolf, Producer/Photographer
• TJ Tronson, Cinematographer
• Will Moses, Cinematographer
• Brian Bradbury, Associate Producer
• Hailey Enge, Camera Operator
• Alek Roslik, Sound Recordist
• Paul Dan Moon, GFX/Animation
• Damian Kussian, Producer/Director/Director Of Photography
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Destination Polaris Mexico
Ron Schara Productions
• Lindsey Hayes, Reporter/Writer/Producer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer/Editor/Motion Graphics
• Gram Krause-Lyons, Photographer
• Jared Christie, Co-Host
• Aaron Achtenberg, Online Editor
CATEGORY #34A
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSA) - SINGLE SPOT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Alliant Energy: Your Energy. Your Options.
Fusionfarm
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director
• Jake Vardaman, Art Director - 3D Animator
• Benji McElroy, Writer
• Shaina Boylan, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bookawocky PSA 2016
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Executive Producer
• Todd Randall, Producer
• Timothy Moore, Producer
• Christopher Whurr, Motion Graphics
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mark Yes
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
• Mike Caudle, Producer
• Jon Van Allen, Lighting Director
• Jessica Miller, Art Director
• Misty Blank, Makeup Stylist
• Caden Moyer, Assistant Camera
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Polar Plunge
KMSP
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Director
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Animator
• Ally Jennrich, Animator
• Justin Lund, Photographer
• Burke Daneman, Producer
CATEGORY #34B
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS) - CAMPAIGN
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Project Green
KARE
• Timothy Moore, Producer
• Janeen Vogelaar, Executive Producer
• Travis Kobs, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing
CIty of Minneapolis - Minneapolis 14
• Kim Brown, Executive Producer/Editor
• CJohn Harrison, Executive Producer
• Cheryl Boe, Graphic Designer
• Mike Hestick, Producer
• Bridgette Bornstein, Producer
• Greta Bergstrom, Producer
• Betsy Hodges, Talent
• Angela Watts, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Brains Are Built
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Writer/Producer/Director
• Carrie Clark, Motion Graphics Editor
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Design
• Amanda Reardon, Production Manager
• LaRonda Schultz, Production Assistant
• Leya Hale, Production Assistant
• Toki Wright, Narrator
• Michael Phillips, Director Of Photography
• Jonny Hagen, Field Audio
• Nathan Reopelle, Online Editor
• Shari Lamke, Director Of Producing
• Lucy Swift, Executive In Charge
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Remembers Vietnam
Twin Cities PBS
• Jon VanAmber, Producer/Art Direction/Editor
• Carin Paul, Producer/Voice-over
• Amy Hubler, Producer
• John Goebel, Editor
• Katie Carpenter, Producer/Writer
• Jess Bellville, Writer
CATEGORY #35A
PROMOTION: NEWS - SINGLE SPOT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Teen To Terrorist
KSTP
• Taylor Stein, Producer
• Kirk Szesny, Creative Services Director
• Shawn Braith, Promotion Manager
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer - Investigations
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fake News
KMSP
• Justin Lund, Producer
• David Pint, Producer
• Burke Daneman, Executive Producer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Talent
• Ally Jennrich, Talent
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
NHL - Fighting Back
KSTP
• Taylor Stein, Producer
• Kirk Szesny, Creative Services Director
• Shawn Braith, Promotion Manager
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
• Paul McEnroe, Executive Producer - Investigations
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Digging Deeper: Nuclear Fallout Shelters
KTTC
• Jennifer Janvrin, Writer / Editor
CATEGORY #35B
PROMOTION: NEWS - IMAGE
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News Image
KCCI
• Andrew Bridgewater, Producer/Writer/Editor
• Mark Peterson, Producer/Writer/Editor
• Austin VonEhwegen, Producer/Videographer
• Kathy Wiseman, Producer/Videographer
• Matt Rittman, Graphics
• Brad Riley, Creative Services Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
FOX 9 "So Much More" 2016/2017
KMSP
• Burke Daneman, Executive Producer
• David Pint, Senior Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Justin Lund, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Producer/Videographer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Producer/Videographer
• David Mahlman, Graphic Designer
• Thomas Lynch, Producer
• Ally Jennrich, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Siouxland Proud
KCAU
• Brian Plantenberg, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Welcome Back Tim
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Executive Producer
• Timothy Moore, Producer
• Lee Stridsberg, Producer
• Travis Kobs, Producer
CATEGORY #35C
PROMOTION: PROGRAM - SINGLE SPOT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Nordy Holiday Card
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Arthur Kuh, Editor/Producer
• Robert Hathaway, Mascot Coordinator
• Maggie J. Kukar, Sr. Manager, Broadcasting And Production
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Under the Lights - Gopher Football 2016
Gopher Digital Productions
• Josh Blessing, Executive Produer
• Garrett Wright, Videographer
• Ryan Maus, Supervisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Timberwolves Team Pump Up Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Nick Frantzen, Producer
• Marcus Taplin, Cinematographer
• Tracy Mailloux, Lighting Tech
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota United 2017 Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Adam Schmisek, Editor
• Nick Frantzen, Producer
• Brad Baker, Executive Producer
• Marcus Taplin, Cinemotagrapher
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Hitman featuring Harrison Smith
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Thielen, Producer/Director/Editor
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Josh Becker, Cinematographer
• Spencer Olson, Visual Effects
• Jonn Robinet, Drone Operator
• David Vanderwarn, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2016 Minnesota Gophers Football Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Marcus Taplin, Cinematographer
• Nick Frantzen, Producer
• Ryan Maus, Executive Producer
• Josh Blessing, Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Greetings From Iowa, Series Promo 1 - Fresh Eyes
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Shooter/Editor
• Darrin Clouse, Shooter
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
• Charles Czech, Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Deadwood Pioneer
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Dave Foote, Producer
• Brian Gevik, Voice Talent
• Fritz Miller, Executive Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Rio: Everyman Montage
KARE
• Janeen Vogelaar, Executive Producer
• Timothy Moore, Producer
• Lee Stridsberg, Producer
• Christopher Whurr, Motion Graphics
• Karl Demer, Audio Engineer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mad Dog featuring Everson Griffen
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Thielen, Producer/Director/Editor
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Josh Becker, Cinematographer
• Spencer Olson, Visual Effects
• David Vanderwarn, Producer
• Annie Gruba, Art Director
CATEGORY #36A
COMMERCIAL - SINGLE SPOT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
What Do You Want To Do: Jerry S.
Limb Lab
• Benjamin Bogard, Producer
• Caitlin Stephenson, Producer
• Brandon Sampson, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Gridiron Glory
KARE
• Timothy Moore, Producer
• Janeen Vogelaar, Executive Producer
• Lee Stridsberg, Production Crew
• Travis Kobs, Production Crew
• Christopher Whurr, Motion Graphics
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Flashfall
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
• Jenny Moyer, Producer
• Mike Caudle, Producer
• Jon Van Allen, Lighting Director
• Misty Blank, Makeup Stylist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC Creative Services
KTTC
• Ben Mulholland, Actor / Writer / Editor
• Katy Pence, Actor / Writer / Editor
• Ryan Bliss, Actor / Writer / Editor
• Jennifer Janvrin, Advisor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
LSB Business Lending Network
Fusionfarm
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director
• Jake Vardaman, Art Director/3D Animator/Writer
• Seth Smith, Senior Art Director/Animator/Writer
• Shaina Boylan, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stefon Diggs Vote For Pro Bowl
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Nick Frantzen, Associate Producer
• Marcus Taplin, Cinemotagrapher
CATEGORY #36B
COMMERCIAL - CAMPAIGN
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Service Legends Home Comfort Heroes
Ascension Cinema
• Ryan Buck, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
BiPro - Protein Water
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Director
• Spencer Olson, Motion Graphics Designer
• David Vanderwarn, Line Producer
• Jonn Robinet, Director Of Photography
• Jack Satzinger, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild - Forward Fast
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Executive Producer
• Arthur Kuh, Editor/Producer
• John Maher, Vice President Of Brand Marketing
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Wagner Furno Heat Gun
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Producer/Director
• Spencer Olson, Graphics/Animation
• David Vanderwarn, Line Producer
CATEGORY #37A
DIRECTOR - NEWSCAST OR ACP OPERATOR
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Wild Live Pre-Game with Director Track
Bally Sports North
• Michael Malmgren, Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 Morning News at 8am
KMSP
• Alex Cooper, Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News at Six
KCCI
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Addison Chernow Composite
WCCO
• Addie Chernow, Director
CATEGORY #37B
DIRECTOR - NON-LIVE (POST PRODUCED)/SHORT FORM
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Planet Xay
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Director
• Bryan Harper, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Vikings Open Video
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Semanko, Director
• Ryan Noreen, Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Authentically You: Fashion Week MN 2016
Acowsay Cinema
• Tyler Eichorst, Director
• Gerick Engle, Cinematographer
• Sarah Edwards, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Booze Crooze: Deja Too
GH Media Werks, LLC
• GH Ridpath, Director
• Noah Ferche, Director
CATEGORY #38A
EDITOR - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Original Compilation
Twin Cities PBS
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond The Badge Editing Composite
Edina TV
• Dietrich Nissen, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Parker Andersen - Editor
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Robert Bly: A Thousand Years of Joy
Fischeye Films
• Steve Fischer, Editor
• Haydn Reiss, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kristofor Gieske Editor Composite
Pioneer PBS
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
CATEGORY #38B
EDITOR - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Wild Team Intro Video
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Arthur Kuh, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fredrick Veinfurt, Minnesota Wild Playoff Composite
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Frederick Veinfurt, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justin Lund Composite - KMSP
KMSP
• Justin Lund, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Josh Blessing Composite
Gopher Digital Productions
• Josh Blessing, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tim Moore Composite
KARE
• Timothy Moore, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Space Journey
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Gophers 2016 Hockey Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Noreen, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Journey of Stephon Diggs
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Semanko, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Hawkeye Football Introduction Video
Vayne Productions
• Jason Van Zetten, Editor
CATEGORY #38C
EDITOR - NEWS/SPORTS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Kevin Sullivan Composite
KARE
• Kevin Sullivan, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Timberwolves Team Pump Up Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Noreen, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Collett's Crazy Cuts
KARE
• Rob Collett, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tyler Ryan Reel- I don't work with Boyd
KMSP
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rookie Spotlight: The 2017 Vikings Draft Class
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Gophers Men's Basketball Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Editor
• Ryan Noreen, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Chad Nelsons Edits
KARE
• Chad Nelson, Editor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
An Intense Must-Watch Look At The Win vs. Green Bay
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Thielen, Editor
CATEGORY #39A
GRAPHIC ARTS - GRAPHICS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Connected - Graphics Composite
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Grant Ridpath, Graphics/Visual Effects
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Elite Edge Productions Graphics Composite
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Animator
• Adam Schmisek, Animator
• Joren Kandel, Animator
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX9 Graphics Creative
KMSP
• David Mahlman, Graphic Designer
• Kimberly Zamora Pearson, Graphic Designer
• Justin Lund, Graphic Designer
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Graphic Designer
• David Pint, Graphic Designer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Travis Kobs Composite
KARE
• Travis Kobs, Motion Graphics
CATEGORY #39B
GRAPHIC ARTS - ANIMATION
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Vikings Open Video
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Noreen, Visual Effects
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2017 Twins Game Open
Minnesota Twins
• Matt Semke, Animator
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wolves Weekly Show Open
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Adam Schmisek, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Nick Frantzen, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
IPTV Show Opens Composite
Iowa PBS
• Brent Willett, Graphic Animation
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Arthur Kuh, Minnesota Wild Composite
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Arthur Kuh, Graphic Artist/Animator
CATEGORY #40A
WRITER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine - Oliver 'Butch' Mousseau
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Writer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sherck's 2016 Works
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Writer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Orphans of the Nile
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jerry Schemmel - Midco Sports Magazine
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Writer
CATEGORY #40B
WRITER - NEWS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lagoe & Eckert: Writing for Impact
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Writer
• Steve Eckert, Writer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Snowball's Chance
KMSP
• Jack Highberger, Writer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Hanson's This is Iowa
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
CATEGORY #40C
WRITER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Flashfall
Luminary Creative
• Jenny Moyer, Writer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Football: Under The Lights
Gopher Digital Productions
• Garrett Wright, Writer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Here And Then - For Rob Oliver
Mud Mile Communications
• Patrick Hicks, Writer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Journey of Stephon Diggs
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Noreen, Writer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Seth Gow Writing Composite
WCCO
• Seth Gow, Writer
CATEGORY #41
NEWS PRODUCER
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
News Producer Rieta Buttaro
KARE
• Rieta Buttaro Mikkelsen, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mike Verlo Composite
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cassondra Knudson Producer Composite
KSTP
• Cassondra Knudson, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Julia Manning Composite
KCCI
• Julia Manning, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sunrise Shenanigans
KARE
• Brianna Collett, Producer
CATEGORY #42A
TALENT - ANCHOR - NEWS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cory Hepola Composite
KARE
• Cory Hepola, News Anchor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adrienne Broaddus Anchors News
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Anchor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Julie Nelson KARE 11
KARE
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Timothy Blotz Anchor Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Anchor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Elizabeth Klinge Compilation
KCCI
• Elizabeth Klinge, Anchor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
DeRusha Morning Anchor Composite
WCCO
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
CATEGORY #42B
TALENT - ANCHOR - WEATHER
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KDLT Chief Meteorologist Brandon Spinner
KDLT-TV
• Brandon Spinner, Anchor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chad Sandwell Composite 2017
KPTH
• Chad Sandwell, Chief Meteorologist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ron Demers
KTIV
• Ron Demers, Meteorologist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Meteorologist Kevin Lawrence Composite
KFYR
• Kevin Lawrence, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #42C
TALENT - ANCHOR - SPORTS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Keith Murphy - Sports Anchor
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Sports Anchor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Hanneman - Composite
Bally Sports North
• Tom Hanneman, Host
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dr. Seuss 2017
KEVN
• Jamie Zepp, Sports Director
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bob Bradovich, WQOW Sports
WQOW
• Bob Bradovich, Sports Producer-Anchor
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Joe Schmit Sports Anchor
KSTP
• Joe Schmit, Sports Director
CATEGORY #42D
TALENT - COMMENTATOR/EDITORIALIST/PERFORMER/NARRATOR
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rick Riley - Vikings: Beyond The Gridiron
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Rick Riley, Narrator
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
What's Bugging Andy?
WHO
• Andy Fales, Commentator
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Croman Unleashed
KARE
• John Croman, Reporter-Video Editor
CATEGORY #42E
TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sherck's Atikokan Adventure
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Host
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Lindsey Hayes
Ron Schara Productions
• Lindsey Hayes, Host/Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mary Lahammer Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Moderator
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bill Sherck's Lure of Lund Fiberglass
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Program Host
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Keith Murphy - Host
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Host
CATEGORY #42F
TALENT - REPORTER - GENERAL ASSIGNMENT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Boyd Huppert
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lou News Man
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Mayerle
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Lyden
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cory Hepola Composite
KARE
• Cory Hepola, News Reporter
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A.J. Lagoe reports
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
CATEGORY #42G
TALENT - PLAY-BY-PLAY/ANALYST
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
BJ Schaben Composite
Mediacom, MC22
• BJ Schaben, Play-by-Play
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony LaPanta Composite
Bally Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dave Benz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Dave Benz, Talent
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jim Petersen Composite
Bally Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
CATEGORY #43A
PHOTOGRAPHER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Parker Andersen - Photographer
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
STEM Careers
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Orphans of The Nile
WDAY
• Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #43B
PHOTOGRAPHER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2017 Commercial Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Marcus Taplin Composite
Marcus Taplin Productions
• Marcus Taplin, Cinematographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Chad Nelsons Promos
KARE
• Chad Nelson, Photographer
CATEGORY #43C
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS/SPORTS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Marcus Taplin Composite
Marcus Taplin Productions
• Marcus Taplin, Cinematographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chad Nelsons Photography
KARE
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Auggie Awards
Wass Productions
• Shane Wasserman, Camera Operator
• Dustin Wasserman, Camera Operator
• Mike Novak, Camera Operator
• Dan Wasserman, Camera Operator
• Stephan Ahonen, Camera Operator
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Collett's Clip Composite
KARE
• Rob Collett, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kevin Sullivan Composite
KARE
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
CATEGORY #43D
PHOTOGRAPHER - VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cops On Top
KMSP
• Justin McCray, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Torii Hunter Inducted into Twins Hall of Fame
Minnesota Twins
• Peter Nelson, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Great Sandhill Crane Migration
WDAY
• Devin Krinke, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Cuyuna State Park - Above and Below the Water
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Paralympic Swimmer Walks Down the Isle
KARE
• Ben Garvin, Photojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Photographer-Video Essays
StarTribune
• Mark Vancleave, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #44A
VIDEO JOURNALIST - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Steve Betchkal Composite
CVCTV
• Steve Betchkal, Videojournalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Daily Deadlines
KARE
• Dylan Wohlenhaus, Multimedia Journalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MMJane
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Video Journalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Daylight Saving Bill
KCCI
• Steffani Nolte, Photographer/Reporter
CATEGORY #44B
VIDEO JOURNALIST - NO TIME LIMIT
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mr. Warren
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Video Journalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stillwater coach keeps going the distance
KARE
• Ryan Shaver, Video Journalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dennis Rafftery Composite
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Video Journalist
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The fight against extremism
StarTribune
• Renee Jones Schneider, Producer
2017 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Elias Johnson Composite
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Video Journalist
CATEGORY #01A
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 1-20)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS Morning - April 22, 2016 (Death of Prince)
KSTP
• Nicole Roddy, Morning Executive Producer
• Katie Skalicky, Producer
• Brittany Baumann, Producer
• Kyle Johnson, Producer
• Chris Egert, Anchor
• Megan Newquist, Anchor
• Ken Barlow, Meteorologist
• Sam Ryan, Traffic Reporter
• Tom Durian, Reporter
• Tyler Berg, Reporter
• Brandi Powell, Reporter
• Kevin Doran, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 4 News This Morning
WCCO
• Bess Ellenson, Executive Producer
• Mike Verlo, Producer
• Mike Haberman, Producer
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Kim Johnson, Anchor
• Matt Brickman, Meteorologist
• Ali Lucia, Traffic Reporter
• Ashley Roberts, Reporter
• Kylie Bearse, Reporter
• Diane Giscard D'Estaing, Producer
• Sandra Lind, Writer
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox Nine Morning News
KMSP
• Eric Reyers, Executive Producer
• Jennifer Walch, Producer
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Alix Kendall, Anchor
• Tom Butler, Anchor
• Keith Marler, Meteorologist
• Bill Keller, Reporter
• Cody Matz, Meteorologist/Reporter
• Shayne Stroud, Traffic
• Dawn Stevens, Reporter
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
CATEGORY #01B
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 21-140)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Good Morning Iowa Local 5 News
WOI
• Sabrina Ahmed, Anchor
• Elias Johnson, Anchor
• Sam Schreier, Meteorologist
• Jason Coellner, Director
• Carson Aden, Graphics
• Daniel Andersen, Audio Technician
• Gilscott Nichols, Editor
• Mark Engler, Camera
• Justin Troutner, Photographer
• April Samp, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KDLT News Today
KDLT-TV
• Amber Kruger, Producer
• Kevin Hurd, Anchor
• Sarah Blakely, Anchor
• Brian Kirk, Meteorologist
• Karl Letsche, Director
• Paul Heinert, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL Today in Iowa
KWWL
• Michelle Corless, Producer
• Jordan Mickle, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI 8 News This Morning
KCCI
• Heidi Gojkovich, Exective Producer
• Eric Hanson, Anchor
• Elizabeth Klinge, Anchor
• Alyx Sacks, Reporter
• Zach Hayes, Photographer
• Rheya Spigner, Anchor
• Shelby Flick, Producer
• Anthony Pisut, Director
• Metinka Slater, Meteorologist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hello Wisconsin - Feb. 3
WEAU
• Michelle Clemens, Producer
• Courtney Everett, Reporter
• Lindsay Veremis, Anchor
• Monica Ott, Meteorologist
• Andrew Fefer, News Director
CATEGORY #01C
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME (MARKETS 141+)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Blizzard after the Caucus
KTIV
• Sarah Morgan, Anchor/producer
• Al Joens, Anchor
• Kaitlyn Kinney, Producer
• Michelle Schoening, Reporter
• Scott Locati, Photographer
• Ben Dorenbach, Meteorologist
• Greg Fisher, Director
• Randy Kascht, Audio Operator
• Tiffany Lane, Reporter
• Robert Lowe, Reporter
• Tom Stock, Graphics
• Bridget Breen, Content Manager
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter Today, 6:30 a.m., January 11, 2016
KTTC
• Daniel Wolfe, Anchor/Producer
• Danielle DuGuay, Producer
• Jess Abrahamson, Anchor/Producer
• Niala Charles, Multimedia Journalist/Anchor
• Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
• Jason Holland, Director
• Andreas Tollefson, Audio
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
CATEGORY #02A
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 1-20)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS AT 10 - Death of Prince
KSTP
• Zach Tecklenburg, Producer
• Caitlin Hurley, Field Producer
• Tom Hauser, Reporter
• Bill Lunn, Anchor
• Leah McLean, Anchor
• Joe Caffrey, Photojournalist
• Brandi Powell, Reporter
• Jessica Miles, Reporter
• Steve Tellier, Reporter
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
• Joel Doering, Photojournalist
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 10 @ 10
KMSP
• Ashley Bolkcom, Producer
• Seth Kaplan, Executive Producer
• Randy Meier, Anchor
• Ian Leonard, Chief Meteorologist
• Jim Rich, Sports Anchor
• ROB KERR, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 News at 9
KMSP
• Ryan Rablin, Producer
• Seth Kaplan, Executive Producer
• Kelcey Carlson, Anchor
• Amy Hockert, Anchor
• Ian Leonard, Meteorologist
• Jim Rich, Sports Anchor
• Peter Marty, Director
CATEGORY #02B
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 21-140)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Local 5 News at 5pm
WOI
• Melissa Higgins, Executive Producer
• Sharon Lilly, Director
• Jack Miller, Anchor
• Stephanie Angleson, Anchor
• Brad Edwards, Chief Meteorologist
• Dan Corey, Producer
• Claire Powell, Reporter
• Don Schmith, Chief Photographer
• April Samp, News Director
• Justin Troutner, Video Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Remembering Officer Jason Moszer
WDAZ
• Matt Henson, Anchor/Producer
• Stacie Van Dyke, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KWWL 6 p.m. Newscast
KWWL
• Zach Garcia, Producer
• Lauren Moss, Producer
• Ron Steele, Anchor
• Amanda Goodman, Anchor
• Mark Schnackenberg, Meteorologist
• Jayln Souchek, Photographer
• Shane Moreland, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News at 5
KCCI
• Brenna Smith, Producer
• Steve Karlin, Anchor
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
• Cynthia Fodor, Reporter
• Kim St. Onge, Reporter
• Marcus McIntosh, Reporter
• Vanessa Peng, Reporter
• Spencer Vaughn, Photojournalist
• Meredith Garman, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KSFY News at 5:00 - Harrisburg School Shooting
KSFY/KDLT
• Ronnie Hawkins, Producer
• Lance Kienast, Director
• Mark Roper, Reporter
• Tess Hedrick, Reporter
• Brian Allen, Anchor
• Courtney Collen, Anchor
• Jake Iversen, Reporter
• Troy Timmerman, Photojournalist
• Dave Hauck, Photojournalist
• Jordan Born, Photojournalist
• Jeff Cleland, Assignment Manager
• Kevin King, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND TV News at 5p (September 30, 2015)
KELO
• Anna Peters, Producer
• Angela Kennecke, Anchor/Reporter
• Brady Mallory, Anchor
• Leland Steva, Reporter
• Perry Groten, Reporter
• Don Jorgensen, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Chief Photographer
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
• Dexter Gronseth, Assignment Editor
• Karen Sherman, Strategic Content Manager
• Jay Trobec, Chief Meteorologist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Channel 13 News at 5
WHO
• Lisa Felton, Producer
• Chad Kendall, Director
• Jodi Whitworth, Reporter
• Reid Chandler, Multimedia Journalist
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Erin Kiernan, Anchor
• Stephanie Moore, Reporter
• Sam Musser, Photojournalist
• Mike Borland, Photojournalist
• Ed Wilson, Meteorlogist
CATEGORY #02C
NEWSCAST - EVENING (MARKETS 141+)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KDLH 3 News at 6:30
KDLH
• Ramona Marozas, Producer
• Nick Minock, Anchor
• Barbara Reyelts, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eyewitness News at Five
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director/Producer
• Darren Danielson, Anchor
• Renee Passal, Reporter/Anchor
• Justin Liles, Chief Meteorologist
• Baihly Warfield, Reporter
• Taylor Holt, Reporter
• Dan Romano, Reporter
• John Whaley, Chief Photographer
• Carl Sauer, Photographer
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
• Kyle Aune, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ABC 6 News at 10 - August 4, 2015
KAAL
• Laura Lee, Anchor
• James Wilcox, Anchor
• David Springer, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KTTC NewsCenter at 10 p.m., October 29, 2015
KTTC
• Stephen Rydberg, Executive Producer
• Frannie Smith, Producer
• Tom Overlie, Anchor/Producer
• Robin Wolfram, Anchor/Producer
• Randy Brock, Chief Meteorologist
• Pat Lund, Sports Director
• Alanna Martella, Multimedia Journalist
• Shannon Bolte, News Photographer
• Devin Bartolotta, Multimedia Journalist
• Chuck Sibley, Chief Photographer
• Mike Sullivan, Multimedia Journalist
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KTTC NewsCenter at 10 p.m., February 4, 2016
KTTC
• Frannie Smith, Producer
• Stephen Rydberg, Executive Producer
• Devin Bartolotta, Multimedia Journalist
• Chuck Sibley, Chief Photographer
• Tom Overlie, Anchor/Producer
• Robin Wolfram, Anchor/Producer
• Randy Brock, Chief Meteorologist
• Pat Lund, Sports Director
• Taj Simmons, Multimedia Journalist
• Alanna Martella, Multimedia Journalist
• Shannon Bolte, News Photographer
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCAU - Newscast, evening
KCAU
• Jack Brooks, Executive Producer/News Director
• Jescy Rodriguez, Producer
• Jenna Rehnstrom, Anchor
• Tim Seaman, Anchor
• Bria Bell, Reporter
• Johnathan Mack, Chief Photographer
• Fred Hexom, Chief Meteorologist
• Chris Palmquist, Sports Director
• Alex Walker, Sports Reporter
• Zach Hicks, Director
• Trevor Huber, Audio Operator
• Andy Bottger, Assignment Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Donald Trump in Sioux City
KTIV
• Bridget Breen, Executive Producer/Content Manager
• Melissa Espana, Producer
• Matt Breen, Anchor/Reporter
• Sheila Brummer, Anchor
• Robert Lowe, Reporter
• Brad Pautsch, Sports Director
• Jordan Ogren, Chief Photographer
• MaryAnn Farley, Director
• Don Brockberg, Audio Operator/Master Control
• Vince Welch, Engineer
• Tia Heidebrecht, Internet Director/Content
• Morgan Kulzer, Producer/Assignment Editor
CATEGORY #03B
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND (MARKETS 21-140)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KVRR News
KVRR
• Adam Ladwig, Anchor/Producer
• Michael O'Brien, Sports Anchor
• Mike McCann, Sports Reporter
• Ted Leroux, Sports Reporter
• Sarah Brechbill, Reporter
• Diane Thao, Reporter
• Jason Cerjak, Meteorologist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KSFY News at 10:00 - Lewis Drug Store Shooting
KSFY/KDLT
• Bridget Bennett, Anchor/Producer
• Sam Tastad, Photojournalist
• Kelley Smith, Reporter
• Tyler Johnson, Director
• Micah Mastbergen, Editor
• Aaron Doudna, Meteorologist
• Reece Van Haaften, Sports Anchor
• Kevin King, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WEAU 13 News at 10 - April 2
WEAU
• Danielle Wagner, Producer/Anchor
• Jesse Horne, Reporter
• Nikola Junewicz, Reporter
• Bob Gallaher, Reporter
• Andrew Felix, Photographer
• Abigail Hantke, Reporter
• Andrew Fefer, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KDLT Weekend News
KDLT-TV
• Anndrea Anderson, Anchor/Producer
• Jack Eble, Reporter
• Kayla Dorhout, Reporter
• Blaise Keller, Meteorologist
• Zachary Borg, Sports Anchor
• Adam Forsberg, Director
• Paul Heinert, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND Weekend News (April 24, 2016)
KELO
• Michael Geheren, Producer
• Kelli Volk, Anchor/Reporter
• Calah Kelley, MMJ Reporter
• Grant Smith, Meteorologist
• Cat Clark, Sports
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
• Dexter Gronseth, Assignment Editor
• Kevin Kjergaard, Chief Photographer
• Karen Sherman, Strategic Content Manager
CATEGORY #03C
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND (MARKETS 141+)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Launching the USS Sioux City
KTIV
• Matt Breen, Anchor/Reporter
• Robert Lowe, Anchor/producer
• Jake Rains, Photographer
• Mark Freund, Sports Anchor/Producer
• T.J. Springer, Meterorologist
• Bridget Breen, Content Manager/Executive Producer
• Darren Johnson, Director
• Michelle Schoening, Reporter
• Tommie Clark, Reporter
• Shelby Fickett, Audio Operator
• Sam Curtiss, Reporter/photographer
• Vince Welch, Live Shot Engineer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eyewitness News at Ten
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Julie Kruse, Anchor/Producer
• Bjorn Saterbak, Producer
• Heidi Enninga, Reporter
• Alec Ausmus, Sports Anchor
• Dan Romano, Meteorologist
• Kellen Witschen, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KTTC NewsCenter at 10 p.m., March 20, 2016
KTTC
• Devin Bartolotta, Anchor/Producer
• Taj Simmons, Multimedia Journalist
• Randy Brock, Chief Meteorologist
• Chris Barriere, Sports Anchor/Reporter
• Chris Yu, Multimedia Journalist
• Lori Sam, Director
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
CATEGORY #04
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Westerhuis/Gear Up Investigation
KELO
• Angela Kennecke, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer
• Thom Morrow, Photographer
• Terry Kjergaard, Photographer
• Michael Simundson, Photographer
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
• Dexter Gronseth, Assignment Editor
• Karen Sherman, Strategic Content Manager
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Archbishop John Nienstedt: Secrets in the Family
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Soccer Goal Dangers
KVLY
• Bradford Arick, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Invisible Wounds
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• William Middeke, Photojournalist
• Taylor Lumsden, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Imaginary Empire
KWWL
• Ron Steele, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 Eyewitness News Investigates: Hidden Home Dangers
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cheating the System
KCRG
• Tanner Siegworth, Photographer/Editor
• Mark Carlson, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
People Are Dying
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
• George Marincel, Photographer
• Steven Eckert, Producer
CATEGORY #05
BREAKING NEWS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Surprise Storm Rips Through Grand Forks
WDAZ
• Matt Henson, Reporter
• Charles Lupo, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Runaway Truck Rescue
KTTC
• Devin Bartolotta, Reporter
• Chuck Sibley, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minneapolis Officers Cleared in Jamar Clark Shooting
KSTP
• Cassondra Strande, Producer
• Lisa Schwartz, Producer
• Sarah Peterson, Executive Producer
• Chris Egert, Anchor
• Megan Newquist, Anchor
• Jessica Miles, Reporter
• Beth McDonough, Reporter
• Brandi Powell, Reporter
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Joe Caffrey, Photojournalist
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Protest: No News Cameras Allowed
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
• Ben Garvin, Producer
• Aethan Hart, Producer
• William Middeke, Producer
• Ferlon Webster, Producer
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• Boua Xiong, Producer
• Dylan Wohlenhaus, Producer
CATEGORY #06
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Riding RAGBRAI
WOI
• April Samp, Executive Producer
• Elias Johnson, Anchor/Reporter
• Justin Troutner, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
RCTC Under Fire
KAAL
• Laura Lee, Reporter/Anchor
• David Springer, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sick & Locked Up
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• Brian Wiedeke, Photographer/Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Death of Prince
KSTP
• Amanda Theisen, Producer
• Ashley Halbach, Producer
• Stacey Alletto, Producer
• Cassondra Strande, Producer
• Lisa Schwartz, Producer
• Joe Caffrey, Photojournalist
• Zach Tecklenburg, Producer
• Caitlin Hurley, Field Producer
• Tom Hauser, Reporter
• Jessica Miles, Reporter
• Steve Tellier, Reporter
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Passport Problems
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Producer
• David Peterlinz, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Officer Jason Moszer
WDAY
• Michael Erickson, Chief Photographer
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Iowa Caucuses Live
KCCI
• Dave Busiek, News Director
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
• Cortney Kinzter, Photographer
• Kim St. Onge, Reporter
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Steve Karlin, Anchor
• Meredith Garman, Director
• Dana Cardin, Assistant News Director
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
• Cynthia Fodor, Reporter
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Kids Screened Out While Taxpayers Pay Out
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #07A
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lay It On The Line
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Epilepsy Lemonade Stand
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Covered Skies, Bare Below
KARE
• Rob Collett, Producer
• Lindsey Seavert, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Show Us That You Care
KCRG
• Sarah McCarthy, Reporter
• Joel Girdner, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Edgeley Farmer Plows Prince
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Repoter
• Justin Cubbage, Photographer
CATEGORY #07B
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - NO TIME LIMIT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Professional Courtesy
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I Am Muslim
WDIO
• Heidi Enninga, Reporter
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Texting & Driving
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Producer
• William Middeke, Producer
• George Marincel, Producer
• Jennifer Young, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Uncontrolled
WHO
• Justin Surrency, Reporter
• Travis Jungling, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lost on the Lake
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jeff Wiltgen, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
• John Divall, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
• Stacey Nogy, Producer
• Jennifer Young, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Making a Right from a Horrific Wrong
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/editor
• Justin McCray, Photographer
CATEGORY #08A
LIGHT FEATURE NEWS REPORT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Don Juan, Karaoke Wonder
KCRG
• Tanner Siegworth, Photographer/Editor
• Sarah McCarthy, Reporter
• Joel Girdner, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Neighborhood Sandlot
KSTP
• Jason Hanson, Photographer
• Ellen Galles, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ray & Roy
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Turtle Town
KARE
• William Middeke, Producer
• Lindsey Seavert, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Talkative Taco Bell Employee
KARE
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sinking to Uplifted
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Highway the Pig
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Cortney Kintzer, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The KARE11 Ear
KARE
• Ben Garvin, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #08B
SERIOUS FEATURE NEWS REPORT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Last Ride
KTIV
• Sarah Morgan, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Star Wars Dying Wish
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Mike Sims, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Love, Loss, and Legacy
WDIO
• Renee Passal, Reporter
• John Whaley, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
After The Boom Series
WDAY
• Michael Erickson, Chief Photographer
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Just Something You Do
WHO
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dying With Dignity Behind Bars
WHO
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
• Eric Gooden, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ribbon of Sunflowers
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
• William Middeke, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hooked On Heroin
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Ben Garvin, Producer
• Jennifer Young, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Truck to Carry the Load
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Road Dogs
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #09
CRIME
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lawmakers Act After One-Man Crime Wave
KSTP
• Megan Newquist, Reporter
• Monty Stuempert, Photojournalist
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
• Erik Altmann, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I Became A Predator
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Producer
• Gary Knox, Producer
• George Marincel, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tickets Tossed
KMSP
• John Michael, Producer
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
• Jeff Baillon, Reporter
• Doug Solomon, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Getting Out: A Family's Fear
WDIO
• Renee Passal, Reporter
• John Whaley, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Whistleblower Takes Off Badge
WOI
• Nikki Davidson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Justice Pawned
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
50 Years an Inmate
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Gray State of Mind
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lifers?
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #10A
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT - SINGLE STORY
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MN Original: Rogue Taxidermy Artist Sarina Brewer
Twin Cities PBS
• Ryan Klabunde, Producer
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Andrea Bussey, Production Assistant
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• Katie Schutrop, Engagement Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Amber Fletschock, Collage Artist
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Executive Producer
• Shane Reetz, Producer
• Andy Garske, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jeffrey Zachmann, Kinetic Sculptor
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Executive Producer
• Kim Stenehjem, Producer
• Shane Reetz, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Meire Grove Band
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Artist Day Jobs: Emily Lynch Victory
Twin Cities PBS
• Maria Bartholdi, Producer
• Andi McDaniel, Executive Producer
• Marissa Blahnik, Executive Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Katie Schutrop, Engagement Coordinator
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hmong Breakers Leadership Council
Twin Cities PBS
• Gina Reis, Associate Producer
• Maria Bartholdi, Series Producer
• Ted Hinck, Managing Producer
• Kate McDonald, Producer/Manager
• Matt Ehling, Videographer
• Johnny Hagen, Field Audio
• Carl Flink, Partner Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Object, Idea, and Experience Creator Jason Kittel
North Metro TV
• Damian Kussian, Producer, Cinematographer, Editor
• Ariana Nyman, Cinematographer
• Olga Lezhepekova, Cinematographer
• Nadine Pham, Editor
• Brian Bradbury, Editor
• Will Moses, Cinematographer
• Hailey Enge, Cinematographer
• Jason Kittel, Subject
• Paul Dan Moon, GFX/Animation
• Maiwenn Kussian, Production Assistant
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy G. Piotrowski, Photographer
KSMQ
• Kevin Hanson, Producer/Videographer/Editor
• Matthew Bluhm, Videographer
• Edward Nelson, Videographer
• Patrick Willson, Videography
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MN Original: Syrian Photographer Osama Esid
Twin Cities PBS
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator:
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• Katie Schutrop, Engagement Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Finding his Bliss
KARE
• Chad Nelson, Producer
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MN Original: The Ericksons
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography And Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Tom Adair, Videographer
• Mitch Griffin, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Field And Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Prince Smiles
KSTP
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
• Brandi Powell, Reporter
CATEGORY #10B
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT - PROGRAM
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents Jenufa
Iowa PBS
• Judy Blank, Producer/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Director & Executive Producer
• Russ Wall, Engineer In Charge
• Chad Aubrey, Technical Director
• Jim Leasure, Audio Engineer
• David Feingold, Audio Engineer
• Neal Kyer, Video Engineer & Editor
• Darrin Clouse, Camera Operator
• Scott Faine, Camera Operator
• Rick Fuller, Crew Chief & Camera Operator
• Alisa Dodge, Graphic Design
• Bo Dodge, Graphic Design
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
TV Takeover - Black Label Movement
Twin Cities PBS
• Maria Bartholdi, Series Producer
• Gina Reis, Associate Producer
• Kate McDonald, Partner Manager
• Ted Hinck, Managing Producer
• Adia Morris, Host
• Carl Flink, Partner Producer
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• Ariel Tilson, Assistant Director
• Tom Keleher, Production Supervisor
• Johnny Hagen, Lead Audio
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Ben Malley, Graphics
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Lowertown Line: Cloud Cult
Twin Cities PBS
• David Roth, Producer / Director / Editor
• Adam Geiger, Line Producer / Editor
• Katherine McDonald, Associate Producer
• Cloud Cult, Talent
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Paul Guthrie, Lighting Designer
• Ezra Gold, Editor / Colorist
• Mitch Griffin, Sound Editor / Lead Audio
• Jeff Johnson, Live Audio Engineer
• Thomas Franchett, Lighting Assistant
• Terry Gray, Floor Director
• Dick Larsen, Orb Design
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Prairie Musicians 701 - Reina del Cid
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Executive Producer
• Barbara Gravel, Producer
• Shane Reetz, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Original: Arts Partners
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Andrea Bussey, Production Assistant
• Kate McDonald, Senior Associate Producer
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Prodcuer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Field And Post Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Robert Hutchings, Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
CATEGORY #11A
BUSINESS/CONSUMER: SINGLE STORY
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Reversal of Fortune
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
No Fence, No Fence, No Fence
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• William Middeke, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Running For A Cause
KARE
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Coverage Denied
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Bradley Swagger, Photojournalist/editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Signs of the Time
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Shell Game
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Steven Eckert, Executive Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist/Editor
• Rob Collett, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #11B
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - PROGRAM
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Holding onto Hope
KBJR
• Barbara Reyelts, News Director
• Kevin Jacobsen, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Make Money Work: Financial Freedom
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer/Writer/Director
• Robert Edwards V, Associate Producer
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer/Motion Graphics Editor
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Amanda Reardon, Production Manager
• Toki Wright, Original Songs
• Lillian McDonald, Managing Director, ECHO
• Nicole Knuckles, Project Advisor
• Maykao Fredericks, Project Advisor
• Shoua Lee, Project Advisor
• Lucy Swift, VP, MN Productions & Partnerships
CATEGORY #12A
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - SINGLE STORY
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Choo Choo Bob explains Southwest light rail's newest woes
Minnesota Public Radio
• Curtis Gilbert, Writer/Reporter
• Sam Heyn, Host/Editor
• Bob Medcraft, Producer
• Regina McCombs, Executive Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mental Breakdown
KWWL
• Ally Crutcher, Reporter
• Blake Lybbert, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Children At Risk
KSTP
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
• Katherine Johnson, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
TSA Mismanagement
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Death & Resurection of Steven Monno
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Police Complaints Going Under the Radar
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Kevin Bubach, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #12B
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - PROGRAM
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
At Issue - February 21, 2016
KSTP
• Tom Hauser, Host/Reporter
• Amanda Theisen, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Road to the Caucus
KTIV
• Bridget Breen, Executive Producer/Content Manager
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Sheila Brummer, Anchor
• Robert Lowe, Reporter
• Morgan Kulzer, Producer
• Tommie Clark, Reporter
• Tiffany Lane, Reporter
• Amanda Goodman, Reporter
• MaryAnn Farley, Director
• Melissa Espana, Producer
• Jordan Ogren, Chief Photographer
• Darren Johnson, Audio Operator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beyond the Badge
Edina TV
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Kaylin Eidsness, Executive Producer
• Nathalie Gage, Producer
• Brian Hubbard, Host
• Ryan Quinn, Co-Host
• Scott Denfeld, Production Staff
• Matt Koskinen, Production Staff
• Dietrich Nissen, Production Staff
• Frank Petrovic, Production Staff
• Scott Thiry, Production Staff
• Dawn Wills, Production Staff
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Our Issues - Syrian Refugees
WUCW
• Rana Kamal, Host/Producer
• Stephen Gramza, Producer
• Clay Holland, Videographer/Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Almanac at the Capitol
Twin Cities PBS
• Kari Kennedy, Series Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Anchor/Reporter
• David Gillette, Special Correspondent
• Scott Trotman, Director/Videographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Katie Moritz, Production Assistant
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News Close Up: Hillary Clinton one-on-one
KCCI
• Erin Moynihan, Producer
• Cynthia Fodor, Reporter
• Mike Sims, Photographer
• Cortney Kintzer, Photographer
CATEGORY #13
CHILDREN (12 & UNDER)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
IPTV Kids Clubhouse: Parent Preview
Iowa PBS
• Dan Wardell, Host
• Abby Brown, Host
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Cameron McCoy, Feature Producer
• Theresa Knight, Feature Producer
• Patrick Boberg, Feature Producer
• David Feingold, Editor
• Brent Willett, Graphics/Animation
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Steve Carns, Videographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
BURNNIE at Brandy's Custom Cakery / Episode 46 / Phone a Friend
RTC Inc.
• Steve Treague, Producer
• Faith Treague, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Winter Bees: Beyond the Book
Twin Cities PBS
• Robert Edwards V, Producer
• Diana Fraser, Line Producer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Joseph Demko, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Johnny Hagen, Field Audio
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Audio Sweetening
• Tom Trow, Executive-in-Charge
• Alayne Hopkins, Producing Partner
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lakeville Kids & Government - August 2015 episode
Lakeville Government Television
• Jim Schiffman, Producer/Editor
• Tim Klausler, Photographer
CATEGORY #14
TEEN (13 AND UP)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Help for Teens and Young Adults
Carlini Entertainment
• Joe Carlini, Director, Cinematographer, Editor
• Jodi Ritacca, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
SciGirls Stories: Real Women, Real Jobs
Twin Cities PBS
• Angie Prindle, Producer / Director
• Marie Domingo, Managing Producer / Producer
• Rita Karl, Executive Producer
• Richard Hudson, Co-Executive Producer
• Emily Stevens, Co-Executive Producer
• Kyle Blakeborough, Line Producer
• Jennifer Kaiser, Associate Producer
• Therese Sherman, Director Of Photography
• Jon Springer, Director Of Photography
• Skip Davis, Offline Editor
• Ezra Gold, Online Editor / Colorist
• Mitch Griffin, Sound Design
CATEGORY #15
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
King Cory
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Glen Biermann, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
South Dakota's Digital Innovator
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Dave Foote, Producer
• Brian Gevik, Announcer
• Fritz Miller, Project Coordinator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fargo's Silent Secret
Video Arts Studios
• Jim Kirwan, Producer
• Art Phillips, Co Producer
• Sam Claeys, Video Editor
• Marty Halgrimson, Director Of Photography
• John Shea, Field Audio Director
• Jan Anderson, Co Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox 9 Top Teacher Awards
KMSP
• Rob King, Editor
• Bill Snodgrass, Producer
• Lori Fisher, Executive Producer
• Jeff Passolt, Anchor
• Amy Hockert, Anchor
• Peter Marty, Director
• Riley Sexton, Organizer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breck Groundskeeper
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Letters to the Pope
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
School Song
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Black Brilliance
Twin Cities PBS
• Rebeka Ndosi, Producer
• Leya Hale, Field Producer
• Carrie Clark, Offline Editor
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Mitch Griffin, Post Production Audio
• Toki Wright, Composer
• Nathan Reopelle, Online Editor
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Senior Producer
• Shari Lamke, Sr. Director/Supervising Producer
• Lucy Swift, Vice President MN Productions
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Anchor Reunites With Kindergarten Teacher
KARE
• Cory Hepola, Anchor, Reporter, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Parents to Schools: Let Our Children Die in Peace
KSTP
• Josh Rosenthal, Reporter
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #16
HEALTH
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paying the Price for Saving Lives
WKBT
• Mike Thompson, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Conjoined Twins
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breaking The News: Focus on Mental Health
KARE
• Nicole Muehlhausen, Producer
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor/Reporter
• Jana Shortal, Anchor/Reporter
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Nick Petersen, Producer
• Cindy Chapman, Executive Producer
• Chad Nelson, Videographer
• Carly Danek, Videographer
• Blake Mills, Editor
• Ferlon Webster, Videographer
• Jason Steussy, Videographer
• Lynn Petersen, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
68 Parties
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Family Affair
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hearing Loss Matters
Twin Cities PBS
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer
• David Gillette, Producer
• Lucy Swift, VP MN PP
• Joe Demko, Field Audio/Sweetening
• Amanda Reardon, Line Producer
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Jon VanAmber, Design Direction
• Robert Edwards V, Illustrator
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Mary Hartnett, Production Partner
• Beth Fraser, Partner Government Relations
• Alan Tilson, Narrator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Perspectives
KMSP
• Bradley Swagger, Photojournalist / Editor
• Amy Hockert, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Every Second Counts
KSTP
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
• Jessica Miles, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Claire's Wyoming Elk Hunt
Ron Schara Productions
• Lindsey Hayes, Producer & Writer
• Josh Bryant, Photographer
• Ben Elling, Photographer
• Kyle Heidenreich, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Hospice Home
StarTribune
• Leila Navidi, Photographer, Producer
• Jenni Pinkley, Producer
CATEGORY #17
SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Science Fair Discovery
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Stories in a Changing Climate
Twin Cities PBS
• Carrie Clark, Post-Production Coordinator
• David Gillette, Producer
• Tom Trow, Producer
• Amanda Reardon, Line Producer
• Ariel Tilson, Associate Producer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Scott Trotman, Videographer
• Adam Lusch, Videographer
• Ben Malley, Graphics
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Nicole Rom, Production Partner
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
365 Days In The Boundary Waters
Ron Schara Productions
• Josh Bryant, Producer, Photographer, Editor
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Debt to Pay
KARE
• William Middeke, Producer
• Greg Vandegrift, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lake Warming
KARE
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
• Greg Vandegrift, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fix-It Clinic: Inver Grove Heights
NDC4
• Katherine Curtis, Photographer/Editor/Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Feed my Swans
KARE
• Ferlon Webster, Producer
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
CATEGORY #18A
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - SINGLE STORY
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MN Original: History Theatre's Musical Production of Glensheen
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Kate McDonald, Senior Associate Producer
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Field And Post Audio
• Terry Gray, Field Audio Assist
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Katie Schutrop, Engagement Specialist
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Land of 10,000 Brews
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Executive Producer
• Shane Reetz, Producer/Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Finding Cannon Company
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Andrew Bork, Producer
• Chad Andersen, Videographer
• Josh Kappler, Videographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Iron Lady Of Chisholm
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wet versus Dry: History of Alcohol in Clay County
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Executive Producer
• Kim Stenehjem, Producer
• Shane Reetz, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
It Soothes the Soul
KARE
• William Middeke, Producer
• Lindsey Seavert, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
General Mills History
KARE
• John Croman, Reporter
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
• George Marincel, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Those Were The Days
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Dan Sundem, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
One last summer at Camp Tahigwa?
Des Moines Register
• Kelsey Kremer, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MN Original: History of Phil Vandervaart's Hand Painted Signs
Twin Cities PBS
• Kate McDonald, Produer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Andrea Bussey, Production Assistant
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator:
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• Katie Schutrop, Engagement Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MN Original: Butoh Practitioner Gadu Doushin
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography/Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Amy Melin, Field Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• Katie Schutrop, Engagement Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lowell National Historical Park - The Massachusetts Mill Workers
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Producer
• Kelly Johnson, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mystery Of Jackie Theel
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Steve Eckert, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
John Philip Sousa vs The Foshay Tower
Twin Cities PBS
• Adam Geiger, Producer
• David Roth, Series Producer
• Kyle Blakeborough, Voice Over
• Brendan Henehan, Special Thanks
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bye Bye Nye's
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Fitz, 40 Years Later
WDIO
• Darren Danielson, Reporter
• Carl Sauer, Photographer
CATEGORY #18B
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - PROGRAM
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Captured in Silver
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Town Ball: A Forgotten History
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor/Videographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Mechanized Man
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound - Minnesotans and Walleyes: A Love Story
Ron Schara Productions
• Ron Schara, Executive Producer & Talent
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photographer & Editor
• Gram Krause-Lyons, Photographer & Editor
• Eric Parker Andersen, Motion Graphics & Show Open
• Josh Bryant, Photographer
• Ben Elling, Photographer
• Michael Uss, Photographer
• Alex Flasch, Production Assistant & Research
• Kyle Heidenreich, Media Manager
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Built On Agriculture - The Selkirk Settlers
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Producer
• Kelly Johnson, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Celebrate Perseverance: Minnesota Vikings Black History Month
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Coordinating Producer
• Mike Huiras, Producer
• Nate Vaughn, Producer
• Ryan Thielen, Producer
• Lea Olsen, Host
• Spencer Olson, Producer
CATEGORY #19
MILITARY
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The DNA Way Home
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
• Justin McCray, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Joseph Alan Kennedy Ever-Present
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Producer
• Adam Carter, Associate Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Not your Father's VFW
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Banana Man
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
• Ben Garvin, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sight for Soldiers
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Talk of the VA
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From Young Man To Marine
KCRG
• Chris Earl, Reporter
• Tanner Siegworth, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Honor and Remembrance WDAY Honor Flight
WDAY
• Michael Erickson, Photographer
• Kevin Wallevand, Writer
• Dana Mogck, Producer
• Devin Krinke, Photographer
• Jordan Schroeer, Photographer
• Andrew Nelson, Photographer
• Jeff Nelson, New Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The War Within
WDIO
• Heidi Enninga, Reporter
• Kyle Aune, Photographer
CATEGORY #20A
SPORTS - NEWS STORY/SERIES
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Babe, the Boy, and the Ball
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
What is Hockey?
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Big Buck Hunter
KARE
• Rob Collett, Producer
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Crashed Ice
KARE
• Rob Collett, Photographer
• Ferlon Webster, Photographer
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
• Heidi Wigdahl, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Included At Last
WHO
• Andy Fales, Reporter
• Matthew Van Winkle, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I Think You're Going To Be Happy: Minnesota Vikings Schedule Release
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Mike Huiras, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Coordinating Producer
• Nate Vaughn, Producer
• Jordan Struck, Producer
• Grant Ridpath, Producer
• Jay Nelson, Producer
• Rob Brzezinski, Talent
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lucky Larry
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Kevin Sullivan, Producer
CATEGORY #20B
SPORTS - PROGRAM STORY (OUTSIDE OF NEWS)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Pregame Speech
WCCO
• David McCoy, Reporter/Producer
• Aaron Goodyear, Photojournalist
• Tony Peterson, Photojournalist
• Dymanh Chhoun, Photojournalist
• David Porter, Photojournalist
• Thomas Ryther, Photojournalist
• Bob Cowan, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sounds of the Game: Vikings Take The Division
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Coordinating Producer
• Mike Huiras, Producer
• Allan Wertheimer, Producer
• Jordan Struck, Producer
• Grant Ridpath, Producer
• Jay Nelson, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hearts, Guts, Balls: The Todd Oakes Story (Minnesota In-Focus: Episode 5)
University of Minnesota
• Josh Blessing, Editor, Executive Producer
• Madison Forsythe, Producer
• Garrett Wright, Producer
• Ryan Maus, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Nick Ellerbroek - Mini-Mascot
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Tom Nieman, Producer
• Jessi Scherr, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Duluth’s Commitment to Community
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Patricia Whitney, Producer
• Audra Martin, Reporter
• Pat Fischer, Producer
• Dan Truebenbach, Photographer / Editor
CATEGORY #20C
SPORTS - PROGRAM SERIES (OUTSIDE OF NEWS)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Becoming Wild - Marco Scandella
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Pat O'Connor, Producer
• Dustin Peterson, Videographer
• Peter Keffer, Editor
• Jacob Kamenick, Production Assistant
• John Maher, VP Brand Marketing
• Maggie J. Kukar, Manager, Broadcasting & Production
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Conquered Barriers
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• David Brown, Reporter
• Tom Nieman, Host
• Jay Elsen, Reporter
• Carla Metts, Reporter
• Jessi Scherr, Photographer
• Nathan Aamodt, Coordinating Producer
• Eric Vasgaard, Executive Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SoundOff 1000
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Host
• John Sears, Co-Host
• Andy Fales, Commentator
• Chris Hassel, Reporter
• Scott Siepker, Reporter
• Chad Kendall, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Young Dreams
Midco Sports
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Tom Nieman, Host/Reporter
• Alex Heinert, Reporter
• Jason Andera, Reporter
• Jessi Scherr, Videographer
• Nathan Aamodt, Coordinating Producer
• Eric Vasgaard, Executive Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Track the Pack
Minnesota Timberwolves
• Erik Nelson, Executive Producer
• Noah Ferche, Camera Operator/Editor/Producer
• Carlos Jimenez, Camera Operator/Editor
• Troy Beckman, Camera Operator
• Joe Kronenberg, Motion Graphics Designer/Edit Consultant
CATEGORY #20D
SPORTSCAST
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sportscast: Eric Perkins
KARE
• Eric Perkins, Anchor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Local 5 Sports
WOI
• Jon Schaeffer, Sports Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WHO-TV Sportscast - Keith Murphy
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Sports Director
• John Sears, Sports Reporter
• Michael Admrie, Sports Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Zach Schneider - KBJR Sportscast
KBJR
• Barbara Reyelts, News Director
• Zach Schneider, Sports Anchor
CATEGORY #20E
SPORTS - ONE-TIME SPECIAL
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spotlight: Small Town Baseball
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Tom Hanneman, Host
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Dan Truebenbach, Photographer
• Marcus Taplin, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hockey Day Minnesota
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Tom Hanneman, Host
• Wes Walz, Analyst
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
NHL Stadium Series – Alumni game
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Dave Turner, Director
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Plya
• Mike Greenlay, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Pat Boyle, Reporter
• Tom Mee, Graphics
CATEGORY #21
SPORTING EVENT/GAME – LIVE/UNEDITED - PROGRAM/SPECIAL/SERIES
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota 2016
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Brendan Burke, Play By Play
• Kevin Gorg, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Jim Bothun, Associate Producer
• Jordan Austin, Associate Producer
• Patricia Whitney, Associate Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Twins
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Dick Bremer, Play By Play
• Bert Blyleven, Analyst
• Roy Smalley, Analyst
• Jack Morris, Analyst
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MN Wild Season Series
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Chris Withers, Producer / Director
• Peter Anderson, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Brent Rieland, Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Play By Play
• Mike Greenlay, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Sideline Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Timberwolves
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Dave Benz, Play By Play
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Jim Bothun, Editor
CATEGORY #22A
WEATHER-SINGLE STORY/SEGMENT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Top Down Year Round
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Coldest Game Ever
KARE
• William Middeke, Producer
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Blizzard of 1966
WDAY
• Michael Erickson, Chief Photographer
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• John Wheeler, Chief Meteorologist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Freezing Your Pants Off
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter/Videographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sirengate
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Re
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jackson Shut Down
KARE
• Chad Nelson, Photographer
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
CATEGORY #22B
WEATHERCAST
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND Weather-Jay Trobec
KELO
• Jay Trobec, Chief Meteorologist
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
• Dexter Gronseth, Assignment Editor
• Kevin Kjergaard, Chief Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
February Snow Storm
KARE
• Belinda Jensen, Meteorologist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cody December Weather
KMSP
• Cody Matz, On Screen Talent
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brandon Spinner Weathercast
KDLT-TV
• Brandon Spinner, Chief Meteorologist
CATEGORY #23A
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
State Fair Stories
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Producer/Director
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Robert Hutchings, Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Post Production Audio
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Leya Hale, Production Assistant
• David Wermus, Director Of Production
• David Canada, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Additional Audio
• Kevin Kling, Narrator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
FarmHer the Documentary
Iowa PBS
• Laurel Bower Burgmaier, Producer & Writer
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Charity Nebbe, Narrator
• Bonne Finken, Original Music
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
• Bo Dodge, Motion Graphics
• Phong Duong, Graphic Design
• Tiffany Hill, Production Assistant
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hello Montevideo
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer/Director
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
• Kevin Russell, Editor
• Joah Colby, Videographer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Jacob Pavek, Composer
• Robert Kiefert, Web Producer
• Lowell Hellervik, Executive Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Giving Thanks in Many Voices
Twin Cities PBS
• Ariel Tilson, Producer
• Fathia Absie, Host
• Michael Phillips, Director Of Photography
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Bill Hanley, Executive Producer
• Johnny Hagen, Audio Post
• Katie Knutson, Funder
• Barbara Holmes, Partner
• Jon VanAmber, Graphics
• Lucy Swift, Vice President Of MN Productions & Partnerships
CATEGORY #23B
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Built To Last: The Legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps In Minnesota
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Executive Producer
• Kim Stenehjem, Producer
• Cassie Pierce, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ADA at 25: Disability Rights in MN
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Alauna Yust, Associate Producer
• Pamela Palan, Managing Producer
• Ariel Tilson, Production Assistant
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Post Production Audio
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Lucy Swift, VP, MN Productions And Partnerships
• Bill Hanley, VP, Public Engagement
• Joan Willshire, Producing Partner
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timeless Tractors: The Collectors
Iowa PBS
• John Torpy, Producer/Director/Writer
• Mike Pearson, Host
• Neal Kyer, Editor
• Chad Aubrey, Color Correction
• Joe Bustad, Graphic Artist
• Brent Willett, 3D Animation
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Steve Carns, Videographer
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
• Russ Wall, Audio Mix
• David Miller, Executive Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Caucus Iowa: Journey to the Presidency
Iowa PBS
• Andrew Batt, Executive Producer
• Travis Graven, Producer
• Patrick Boberg, Producer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Steve Carns, Videographer
• David Feingold, Editor
• Chad Aubrey, Editor
• Brent Willett, Graphics
• Joe Bustad, Graphics
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Tiffany Hill, Production Assistant
CATEGORY #23C
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adventure Unknown
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Johnson, Producer/Director
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer/Music Director
• Jacob Pavek, Composer
• Brenden Stermer, Assistant Producer
• Robert Kiefert, Web Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lost Schools
Des Moines Register
• Jason Clayworth, Reporter
• Charlie Litchfield, Producer
• Rodney White, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Built On Agriculture - The Farmers
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Producer
• Shane Reetz, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Living Beyond Cancer: Reclaiming The Mirror
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Alauna Yust, Associate Producer
• Leya Hale, Production Assistant
• Pamela Palan, Managing Producer
• Diana Fraser, Line Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Shari Lamke, Senior Director, Supervising Producer
• Lucy Swift, VP, MN Productions And Partnerships
• Bill Hanley, VP, Public Engagement
• Mary Brainerd, Producing Partner
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Kevin Kling: Lost & Found
Twin Cities PBS
• Kevin Kling, Host
• Angie Prindle, Producer / Director
• Marie Domingo, Co-Producer
• Michael Phillips, Director Of Photography
• Skip Davis, Editor
• Ted Hinck, Managing Producer
• Chris Monroe, Original Artwork
• Ezra Gold, Motion Graphics / Editing
• Mitch Griffin, Sound Designer / Re-Recording Mixer
• Mary Ludington, Creative Consultant
• Gerald Richman, Executive In Charge Of Production
• Catherine Allan, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #24
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Made for the Outdoors - Federal Shotgun Shell
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Producer, Talent, Writer
• Michael Uss, Producer, Photographer, Editor
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photographer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Motion Graphics & Show Open
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
30-Second St. Paul
Twin Cities PBS
• Katie Moritz, Talent/producer/writer
• David Gillette, Producer/writer/editor
• Scott Trotman, Videographer
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Jerry Lakso, Online Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
How the Iowa Caucuses work
Des Moines Register
• Kelli Brown, Writer And Editor
• Joel Shannon, Director
• Sean Heisey, Animator
• Chris Sweigart, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MN Original: Lisa Friedrich
Twin Cities PBS
• Andrea Bussey, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Kate McDonald, Field Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Joseph Demko, Field And Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mike's Mix - Composite
WCCO
• Mike Augustyniak, Host, Producer
• Tom Aviles, Photographer, Editor
• Art Phillips, Photographer, Editor
• Pete Neuswanger, Photographer, Editor
• Joe Mears, Photographer/Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eyewitness Test
KWWL
• Jerry Gallagher, Reporter
• Zach Grant, Photographer
CATEGORY #25
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MN Original: Kelly Connole
Twin Cities PBS
• Marissa Blahnik, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Kate McDonald, Associate Producer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• Katie Schutrop, Engagement Coordinator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rod Carew - Heart of 29
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Dick Bremer, Host
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Robert Swansen, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hometown Heroes
WCCO
• David McCoy, Reporter/Producer
• Joe Berglove, Photojournalist
• Garrett Young, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ADA: The Next 25 Years
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Host
• Kevin Kling, Storyteller
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• Diana Fraser, Line Producer
• Terry Gray, Lead Audio
• Pamela Palan, Managing Producer
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Shari Lamke, Senior Director, Supervising Producer
• Lucy Swift, VP, MN Productions And Partnerships
• Bill Hanley, VP, Public Engagement
• Joan Willshire, Producing Partner
CATEGORY #26
MAGAZINE
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Due North Outdoors - Atikokan Quetico
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Host, Producer
• Travis Frank, Producer, Writer
• Ben Elling, Online Editor, Photographer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photographer
• Eric Parker Andersen, Motion Graphics & Show Open
• Kyle Heidenreich, Segment Editor
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Production Manager
• Don Stremski, Closed Captioning
• Cole O'Brien, Production Assistant
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound - Episode #772
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer, Motion Graphics & Show Open
• Aaron Achtenberg, Online Editor
• Travis Frank, Writer, Talent
• Michael Uss, Photographer, Editor
• Ron Schara, Host, Talent, Writer
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer, Production Manager
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breaking The News
KARE
• Nicole Muehlhausen, Producer
• Cindy Chapman, Executive Producer
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor/Reporter
• Jana Shortal, Anchor/Reporter
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Videographer
• Craig Norkus, Videographer
• Carly Danek, Videographer
• Nick Petersen, Producer
• Amy Schmieg, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Original: Osama Esid, Made Here, Paul Peterson, Washburn Blackbox Acting Program
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Ryan Klabunde, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Field And Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• McGraw Jones, Videographer And Editor
• Katie Schutrop, Engagement Specialist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Outdoors: 506
Iowa PBS
• Patrick Boberg, Producer
• Andrew Batt, Executive Producer
• Travis Graven, Producer
• Rick Fuller, Photographer
• Darrin Clouse, Photographer
• Scott Faine, Photographer
• Chad Aubrey, Editor
• Josh Buettner, Graphics
• David Feingold, Audio
• Tiffany Hill, Administrative Assistant (Role: Production Assistant)
CATEGORY #27A
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - SINGLE STORY
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MN Original: The Washburn Blackbox
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Field Producer
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Field And Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
New Face of Homelessness
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Two Worlds
KSTP
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
• Josh Rosenthal, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Social Scene
WHO
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Outdoors: Equine Assisted Therapy
Iowa PBS
• Patrick Boberg, Producer/Editor
• Rick Fuller, Photographer
• Andrew Batt, Executive Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Unknown Fire Threat at Home
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/editor
• John Michael, Producer
• Spencer Driskill, Photographer
• Jamie Novak, Technical Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Burning the Backlog: Untested Rape Kits in Minnesota
KARE
• Trisha Volpe, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Marathon Man: How Jim Chalmers Inspires Others Every Time He Runs
StoryTeller Media & Communications
• Kari Jo Faulhaber, Producer
• Rob Theoret, Photojournalist
• Ed Heil, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #27B
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - PROGRAM
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
GameON! #KickHunger
rodmedia communications llc
• Rod Simons, Host/Exec. Producer
• Arthur Kuh, Videographer/Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Happi House: GreaterGood in Haiti
GreaterGood Kids
• Lynn Peterson, Producer/Director/Photographer/Editor
• Becky Olk, Executive Producer/Artistic Director
• Happi Olson, Host/Producer
• Gage Peterson, Photographer/Editor
• Roberta Bonoff, Executive Producer
• Peggy Borstad, Assistant Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Ingredient "Setting the Table" Special
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Charity Nebbe, Host
• Cameron McCoy, Feature Producer
• Laurel Bower Burgmaier, Feature Producer
• Theresa Knight, Feature Producer
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• David Feingold, Editor
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Steve Carns, Videographer
• Jim Leasure, Audio
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kids and Sports- Big Time Burnout
KMSP
• Kelcey Carlson, Host/Writer/Producer
• Justin McCray, News Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Food Justice
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer/Director
• Robert Edwards V, Animator
• Diana Fraser, Line Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Jonny Hagen, Field Audio
• Toki Wright, Original Songs
• Donald Gault, Project Developer
• Jaya Davis, Consulting Producer
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Shari Lamke, Sr. Director & Supervising Producer, MN Productions & Partnership
• Lucy Swift, VP, MN Productions & Partnerships
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tragic Harvest; The increase in farm deaths in Minnesota
StarTribune
• Renee Jones-Schneider, Photographer, Producer
• Jenni Pinkley, Producer
CATEGORY #28
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE (OTHER THAN NEWS OR SPORTS)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
TV Takeover - Circus Juventas
Twin Cities PBS
• Maria Bartholdi, Series Producer
• Gina Reis, Associate Producer
• Kate McDonald, Producer Manager
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• Adia Morris, Host
• Rhiannon Fiskradatz, Partner Producer
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Ariel Tilson, Assistant Director
• Tom Keleher, Production Supervisor
• Johnny Hagen, Lead Audio Broadcast
• Ben Malley, Graphics
• Eric Pagel, Lead Audio Studio
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A St. Thomas Christmas: Jubilant Light
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Senior Producer
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• Mitch Griffin, Sound Design & Mix
• Shari Lamke, Executive Producer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Matthew George, Artistic Director
• Kara Bradshaw, Producer For St. Thomas University
• Lucy Swift, VP, Minnesota Productions & Partnerships
• JoAnn Babic, Associate Director
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Jeremy Hosterman, Media Wrangler
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Love Stories: A Performance by Ballet Quad Cities
Iowa PBS
• Theresa Knight, Producer & Assistant Director
• Debra Herbold, Director & Executive Producer
• Rick Fuller, Camera Crew Chief
• Darrin Clouse, Camera
• Chris Rhodes, Camera
• Marlyn Schram, Camera
• David Feingold, Location Audio
• Neal Kyer, Video
• Russ Wall, Engineer In Charge
• Chad Aubrey, Editor
• Jim Leasure, Post Production Audio
• Brent Willett, Opening Animation
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Lowertown Line Live: Sonny Knight and the Lakers
Twin Cities PBS
• David Roth, Producer / Director
• Adam Geiger, Line Producer
• Andrea Bussey, Associate Director
• Sonny Knight And The Lakers, Talent
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Paul Guthrie, Lighting Designer
• JoAnn Babic, Technical Director
• Tom Erickson, Lighting Director
• Mitch Griffin, Music And Re-Recording Mixer
• Johnny Hagen, Additional Audio
• Terry Gray, Floor Director
• Tom Keleher, Production Supervisor
CATEGORY #29
INTERSTITIAL
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Face To Face
Carlini Entertainment
• Joe Carlini, Director, Cinematographer, Editor
• Jodi Ritacca, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On The Job
Edina TV
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Jordan Gilgenbach, Executive Producer
• Scott Neal, Host
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Dietrich Nissen, Production Staff
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Public Art Profiles
Edina TV
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Nathalie Gage, Production Staff
CATEGORY #30A
LIFESTYLE - FEATURE/SEGMENT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Artistic Instruments
1856 Productions
• Brad Dumke, Producer/Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MN Original: Cordwainer Amara Hark-Weber
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Executive Producer
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Amy Melin, Field Producer
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Katie O'Rourke, Production Coordinator
• Katie Schutrop, Engagement Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound - ScubaPalooza
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Director, Editor, Motion Graphics, Co-Writer
• Travis Frank, Co-Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Little Kiln on the Prairie
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Out of the Ashes
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
CATEGORY #30B
LIFESTYLE - PROGRAM/SPECIAL/SERIES
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Farm Fresh Road Trip 2
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host & Producer
• Skip Davis, Editor
• Scott Trotman, Director Of Photography
• Bruce Miller, Producing Partner
• Doug Peterson, Producing Partner
• Katie Cannon, Still Photography
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Lucy Swift, Vice President MN Productions & Partnerships
• Shari Lamke, Senior Director
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Design
• Diana Fraser, Production Manager
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Ingredient - Potatoes
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Charity Nebbe, Host
• Cameron McCoy, Feature Producer
• Laurel Bower Burgmaier, Feature Producer
• Theresa Knight, Feature Producer
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• David Feingold, Editor
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Steve Carns, Videographer
• Jim Leasure, Audio
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Life in the Fast Lane
Pioneer PBS
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor/Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
How to Make Everything: The Series
How to Make Everything, LLC
• Brian Stemmler, Supervising Producer
• Andrew George, Creator/Host
• Henry Schneider, Executive Producer
• Chris Peck, Director
• Taylor Lewin, Composer
• Joseph Knox Carr, Editor
CATEGORY #31A
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSA) - SINGLE SPOT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hydro Here! Stormwater
Fusionfarm
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director/Writer
• Seth Smith, Art Director/2D Animator
• Jake Vardaman, Art Director/3D Animator
• Amanda Rushton, Account Manager
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fill and Tank; Use Our Water Resources Wisely
Lakeville Government Television
• Tim Klausler, Producer
• Jim Schiffman, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MHA: Seen It All
Results Unlimited
• Bob Emery, Creative Director / Writer
• Christopher Parelli, Director
• Christopher Kumpf, Camera & Gimbal Operator / Editor / Video Effects
• Stephanie Leavens, Production Coordinator / Production Assistant
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Lock Up for a Safer Community
Video Arts Studios
• Jim Kirwan, Producer
• Mary Ann Phillips, Co Producer
• Marty Halgrimson, Director Of Photography
• Jessica Schindeldecker, Co Producer
• Sam Claeys, Video Editor
• John Shea, Videographer Assistant
CATEGORY #31B
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS) - CAMPAIGN
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Top Teacher PSA Campaign
KMSP
• Peter Zemansky, Producer
• David Pint, Photographer
• David Mahlman, Graphic Design
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Photographer
• Burke Daneman, Creative Manager
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This is My American Story PSA Campaign
KSTP
• Joe Johnston, Producer
• Monica Doyle, Producer
• Brian Stemmler, Director/Editor
• Nick Tieri, Gaffer
• Kyle McManus, Cinematographer
CATEGORY #32A
PROMOTION: NEWS - SINGLE SPOT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hooked on Heroin
KARE
• Lee Stridsberg, Producer/Editor
• Janeen Vogelaar, Executive Producer
• Chris Whurr, Graphic Artist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Embezzler
KMSP
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Land of 10,000 Stories - Alzheimer's Truck Social
KARE
• Timothy Moore, Producer/Editor
• Janeen Vogelaar, Executive Producer
• Lee Stridsberg, Executive Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 Eyewitness News Special Report: Child Protective Services
KSTP
• Taylor Stein, Producer
• Shawn Braith, Promotion Manager
• Kirk Szesny, Creative Services Director
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
CATEGORY #32B
PROMOTION: NEWS - IMAGE
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Year Ender 2015 - Randy
KARE
• Lee Stridsberg, Executive Producer
• Todd Randall, Producer/Editor
• Timothy Moore, Lighting/Editing
• Chris Whurr, Motion Graphics
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
FOX 9 "So Much More" Campaign
KMSP
• Burke Daneman, Creative Director
• David Pint, Producer/Shooter/Editor
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Producer/Shooter/Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ABC Local 5 Summer Campaign
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
• April Samp, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota's Own People
KARE
• Erik Candiani, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #32C
PROMOTION: PROGRAM - SINGLE SPOT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Gophers 2015 Basketball Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Director
• Ryan Maus, Executive Producer
• Marcus Taplin, Director Of Photography
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Gophers 2015 Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Director
• Marcus Taplin, Director Of Photography
• Nick Frantzen, Producer
• Ryan Maus, Executive Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Defend The North
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Nate Vaughn, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Coordinating Producer
• Allan Wertheimer, Producer
• Josh Duhamel, Narrator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Linval Joseph for Pro Bowl
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Coordinating Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Crew
Pioneer PBS
• Ben Dempcy, Producer
• Dana Johnson, Assistant Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Assistant Producer
CATEGORY #33A
COMMERCIAL - SINGLE SPOT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gusto: The Divine Pie
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
• Mike Caudle, Producer
• Jon Liebl, Marketing Agency
• Arlyn Boman, Gaffer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
J Longs "Masters of the Suit"
Marcus Taplin Productions
• Marcus Taplin, Director Of Photography
• Maribeth Romslo, Director
• Christy Holt, Creative Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
DooGooders Walking Ted
Mud Mile Communications
• Jolene Loetscher, Executive Producer
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer
• Michael McQuade, Animator
• Adam Prunty, Designer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Kernels - Kids Eat Free Sundays
Fusionfarm
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director/Writer
• Margaret Singh, Videographer
• Pranav Shrestha, Co-Director
• Shaina Boylan, Account Manager/Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
This My State Of Hockey: Flag Bearer
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Broadcasting & Production Manager
• Arthur Kuh, Editor & Photographer
• John Maher, VP Brand Marketing
• Matt Minnichsoffer, Manager, Creative Services
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Runde Auto Group - "Generations"
DreamCatcher Productions
• Tim Connery, Producer/Creative Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Julien Dubuque International Film Festival - "Share Your Story"
DreamCatcher Productions
• Tim Connery, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
McKee RV: Where your RV takes you.
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
• Mike Caudle, Producer
• Jon Van Allen, Gaffer
• Jessica Miller, Art Director
• Misty Blank, Hair & Makeup
• Arlyn Boman, Grip
• Caden Moyer, Assistant Camera
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Suburbia
KARE
• Erik Candiani, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #33B
COMMERCIAL - CAMPAIGN
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Box-Breaking Brand-Making
Blur MediaWorks
• Eric Groves, Creative Director
• Brian Fiser, Director Of Photography - Editor
• Jeff Felton, Cinematographer
• Nick Allard, Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Can You Feel It?
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Erin Swartz, Producer
• Dannon Hulskotter, Producer
• Marcus Taplin, Videographer
• Skip Krueger, Coordinating Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Runnings: Hunting Campaign
Results Unlimited
• John Gorman, Writer / Director
• Aaron Gallup, Editor
• Christopher Parelli, 2nd Camera / Camera Assistant / Grip
• Dan Erdmann, Grip
• Bob Emery, Creative Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Des Moines Local Restaurants & Pubs
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
• Jon Liebl, Producer/Marketing Agency
• Mike Caudle, Assistant Director
• Jon Van Allen, Gaffer
• Jessica Miller, Art Director
• Misty Blank, Hair & Makeup
• Arlyn Boman, Grip
CATEGORY #34
OVERALL EXCELLENCE
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KMSP-TV
KMSP
• Sheila Oliver, General Manager
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KDLT-TV
KDLT-TV
• Katie Haffeman, General Manager
CATEGORY #35
NEWS EXCELLENCE
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WDIO-TV
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox 9 News
KMSP
• Marian Kessler, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI 8 News
KCCI
• Dave Busiek, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WDAY-TV
WDAY
• Jeff Nelson, News Director
CATEGORY #36
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO More Than Names
WCCO
• Casey Kespohl, Creative Services Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ABC 6 News/Home Federal - Pay It Forward
KAAL
• David Springer, News Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Matt Olson Night
Bally Sports North
• Mike Dimond, Senior Vice President, General Manager
CATEGORY #37A
DIRECTOR - NEWSCAST OR ACP OPERATOR
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 News - 10 @ 10
KMSP
• Alex Cooper, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI 8 News at Ten
KCCI
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Breaking News: Prince
KARE
• Lynn Petersen, ACP-Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WEAU 13 News at Five
WEAU
• Raji Alowairdi, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Prince Death Breaking News Coverage Reel
WCCO
• Addie Chernow, Director/Technical Director
CATEGORY #37B
DIRECTOR - LIVE OR RECORDED LIVE
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gangl Composite
Bally Sports North
• Matt Gangl, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Flip Saunders Tribute
Bally Sports North
• Dave Dittman, Director
CATEGORY #37C
DIRECTOR - NON-LIVE (POST PRODUCED)/SHORT FORM
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Parker Andersen - Director
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Julien Dubuque International Film Festival - "Share Your Story"
DreamCatcher Productions
• Tim Connery, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Director - Burke Daneman
KMSP
• Burke Daneman, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Realty: Make a house your home
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild 2015-16 Team Intro Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Noreen, Director
CATEGORY #38A
EDITOR - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MN Original Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Parker Andersen - Editor
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gina Reis Editor Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Gina Reis, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Maria Bartholdi Editor Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Maria Bartholdi, Editor
CATEGORY #38B
EDITOR - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Parker Andersen - Editor
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Elite 6 Ops
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Gophers 2015 Hockey Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Noreen, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Building A Proud Legacy: HORA Documentary Trailer
Town Square Television
• Tommy Platek, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2016 Minnesota Wild Playoff Open
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Arthur Kuh, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Augustana's Brotherhood of Basketball Promo
Mud Mile Communications
• Michael McQuade, Editor
• Nate Burdine, Editor
CATEGORY #38C
EDITOR - NEWS/SPORTS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Collett's Crazy Cuts
KARE
• Rob Collett, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bradley Swagger Composite
KMSP
• Bradley Swagger, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Hanson Composite
KSTP
• Jason Hanson, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sully Composite
KARE
• Kevin Sullivan, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Middeke Editing Composite
KARE
• William Middeke, Editor
CATEGORY #39A
GRAPHIC ARTS - GRAPHICS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony Barr for Pro Bowl
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Thielen, Producer
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Coordinating Producer
• Spencer Olson, Motion Graphics/Sound Design
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox Sports GO
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Noreen, Motion Graphics Designer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Elite Edge Productions Show Graphics Compilation
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Noreen, Motion Graphics Designer
• Adam Schmisek, Motion Graphics Designer
• Joren Kandel, Motion Graphics Designer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
IPTV Show Opens Compsite
Iowa PBS
• Brent Willett, Motion Graphic Designer
CATEGORY #39B
GRAPHIC ARTS - ANIMATION
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gopher Football With Jerry Kill Show Open
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Noreen, Motion Graphics Designer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fox Sports Digital
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Motion Graphics Designer
• Ryan Noreen, Motion Graphics Designer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Vikings Ride For Life
Triglass Productions
• Ryan Thielen, Motion Graphics Artist
• Spencer Olson, Motion Graphics Artist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox Sports Minnesota Twins Promotional Spot
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Noreen, Senior Motion Graphics Designer
• Joren Kandel, Motion Graphics Designer
CATEGORY #40A
WRITER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Midco Sports Magazine: Nick Ellerbroek - Mini-Mascot
Midco Sports
• Tom Nieman, Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Augustana's Brotherhood of Basketball Promo
Mud Mile Communications
• Jolene Loetscher, Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paul Hipp Composite
Bally Sports North
• Paul Hipp, Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Deondre Parks
Midco Sports
• David Brown, Writer
CATEGORY #40B
WRITER - NEWS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Andy Fales Covers Iowa
WHO
• Andy Fales, Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lindsey Seavert Storytelling 2016
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Once Upon a Time in a Live Truck
KMSP
• Jack Highberger, Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Hanson Writing Compilation
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
CATEGORY #40C
WRITER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Lock Up for a Safer Community
Video Arts Studios
• Jim Kirwan, Writer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Comedy, News and Sports Composite
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, Writer
CATEGORY #41A
TALENT - ANCHOR (NEWS, WEATHER, SPORTS)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Trobec
KELO
• Jay Trobec, Weather Anchor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chad Sandwell Composite
KPTH
• Chad Sandwell, Chief Meteorologist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Cory Hepola, KARE 11 News Anchor
KARE
• Cory Hepola, Anchor, Reporter, Producer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anchoring Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Anchor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Keith Murphy - Sports Anchor
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Sports Anchor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Hanneman Composite
Bally Sports North
• Tom Hanneman, Host
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dan Winters Composite
WHO
• Dan Winters, Anchor
CATEGORY #41B
TALENT - COMMENTATOR/EDITORIALIST/PERFORMER/NARRATOR
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Murphy's Law
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Editorialist/Commentator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Beyond The Gridiron-Rick Riley Narrator
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Skip Krueger, Executive Producer
• Rick Riley, Show Narrator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Illustrated Essays by David Gillette
Twin Cities PBS
• David Gillette, Creator
CATEGORY #41C
TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mary Lahammer Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host & Moderator
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bill Sherck Composite
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Host
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paul Allen - Host
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Paul Allen, Host
CATEGORY #41D
TALENT - REPORTER - GENERAL ASSIGNMENT
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Mayerle
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Olstad
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Lyden
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Boyd Huppert Compilation
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A.J. Lagoe Reports: Invisible Wounds
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lou Raguse Reporter Composite
KARE
• Lou Raguse, Reporter
CATEGORY #41E
TALENT - PLAY-BY-PLAY/ANALYST
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jim Petersen, Sports Analyst
Bally Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
BJ Schaben
Iowa PBS
• BJ Schaben, Play-by-Play
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dave Benz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Dave Benz, Play-by-Play
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony LaPanta Composite
Bally Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jack Morris, Sports Analyst
Bally Sports North
• Jack Morris, Analyst
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kevin Lynch, Sports Analyst
Bally Sports North
• Kevin Lynch, Analyst
CATEGORY #42A
PHOTOGRAPHER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MN Original and The Lowertown Line
Twin Cities PBS
• Brennan Vance, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Carson Plan
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Marcus Taplin Composite
Marcus Taplin Productions
• Marcus Taplin, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Parker Andersen - Photographer
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer
CATEGORY #42B
PHOTOGRAPHER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Carson For America: Des Moines Campaign
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Des Moines Local Restaurants & Pubs
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Moment: When Art Meets News
1856 Productions
• Brad Dumke, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Luminary Commercial Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aaron Gallup Composite
Results Unlimited
• Aaron Gallup, Photographer
CATEGORY #42C
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS/SPORTS
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Collett's Clip Composite
KARE
• Rob Collett, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Middeke Photography Composite
KARE
• William Middeke, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sully Composite
KARE
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Marcus Taplin Composite
Marcus Taplin Productions
• Marcus Taplin, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Polar Plunge in super slow motion
KARE
• Ben Garvin, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Joseph Alan Kennedy Ever-Present
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Photographer
CATEGORY #42D
VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
City Kid Farm
Ron Schara Productions
• Josh Bryant, Producer, Photographer, Editor
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sever's Corn Maze
KMSP
• Justin McCray, News Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
15 Years of Memories
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Arthur Kuh, Photographer
• Maggie J. Kukar, Manager, Broadcasting & Production
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
State Fair Shutdown
KARE
• Kevin Sullivan, Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Metal Junkies
1856 Productions
• Brad Dumke, Producer/Photographer
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
That's the Winner
KARE
• Jason Steussy, Photojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tundra Tour
KARE
• Rob Collett, Photographer
CATEGORY #43
VIDEO JOURNALIST
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dennis Rafftery Composite
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Video Journalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beautiful Scars
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Videojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
All In A Days Work
KARE
• Dylan Wohlenhaus, Multimedia Journalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Maria Bartholdi Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Maria Bartholdi, Videojournalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heidi Wigdahl Composite
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist
2016 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Elias Johnson Composite
WOI
• Elias Johnson, Reporter/Photographer
CATEGORY #01A
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME - MARKETS 1-20
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Newscast - FOX 9 Morning at 7
KMSP
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Jeffrey Orcutt, Executive Producer
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
• Carl Jaeger, Producer
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WCCO 4 News This Morning
WCCO
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Bess Ellenson, Executive Producer
• Nikki Muehlhausen, Producer
• Mike Verlo, Producer
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Jamie Yuccas, Anchor
• Matt Brickman, Meteorologist
• Kim Johnson, Reporter
• Nina Moini, Reporter
• Sandra Lind, Producer
• Mike Haberman, Producer
• Jason Thiel, Director
CATEGORY #01B
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME - MARKETS 21-140
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCRG-TV9 Morning News - Snow Storm
KCRG
• Adam Carros, News Director
• Nicole Agee, Anchor
• Kaj O'Mara, Meteorologist
• Ashley Hinson, Anchor
• Darshan Patel, Producer
• Mary Kate Wachtel, Producer
• Mark Carlson, Reporter
• Wiley Schatz, Photographer
• Katie Wiedemann, Reporter
• Charles Schurmann, Photographer
• Heather Hubbs, Reporter
• Toby Meyer, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Today in Iowa May 11, 2015
WHO
• Lisa Felton, Producer
• Joe DuSell, Director
• Aaron Brilbeck, Reporter
• Mike Borland, Photojournalist
• Trent Reicks, Photojournalist
• Josh Nguyen, Reporter
• Patrick Dix, Anchor
• Brooke Bouma, Anchor
• Jeriann Ritter, Meteorologist
• Megan Salois, Meteorologist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WOI 65th Anniversary Show
WOI
• April Samp, News Director
• Justin Troutner, Photographer/Editor
• Sabrina Ahmed, Anchor/Reporter
• Elias Johnson, Anchor/Reporter
• Jason Coellner, Director
• Gilscott Nichols, Editor/Prompter
• Daniel Andersen, Audio Board Operator/Editor
• Carson Aden, CGI
• Andrew Stanford, Editor/Production Assistant
• Sam Schreier, Meteorologist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News This Morning
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Anchor
• Heidi Gojkovich, Executive Producer
• Shelby Flick, Producer
• Shelby Brink, Producer
• Shaina Humphries, Anchor
• Metinka Slater, Weather Anchor
• Alyx Sacks, Reporter
• Vanessa Peng, Reporter
• Spencer Vaughn, Photographer
• Zach Hayes, Photograher
• Anthony Pisut, Director
CATEGORY #01C
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME - MARKETS 141+
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter Today, 6:30 a.m., April 13, 2015
KTTC
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Daniel Wolfe, Anchor/Producer
• Jess Abrahamson, Anchor/Producer
• Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
• Kimberly Davis, Multimedia Journalist
• Chuck Sibley, Chief Photographer
• Jason Holland, Director
• Andreas Tollefson, Audio
• Paul Robertson, Engineering
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Pilger Tornado: The Morning After
KTIV
• Bridget Breen, Station Manager/News Director
• Al Joens, Anchor
• Sarah Te Slaa, Anchor/Multi-Media Journalist
• Nissan Brown, Producer
• Ben Dorenbach, Meteorologist
• Leah Schwartz, Photographer/Live Truck
• Mike Flood, Reporter
• Tia Heidebrecht, Internet Director
• Christy Batien, Content Manager
CATEGORY #02A
NEWSCAST - EVENING - MARKETS 1-20
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
5 Eyewitness News at 6 - Honoring Ofc. Scott Patrick
KSTP
• Anne Wittenborg, Asst. News Director
• Nicole Roddy, Producer
• Zach Tecklenburg, Producer
• Bill Lunn, Anchor
• Leah McLean, Anchor
• Dave Dahl, Chief Meteorologist
• Joe Schmit, Sports Director
• Tom Hauser, Reporter
• Brandi Powell, Reporter
• Joe Augustine, Reporter
• Todd Raaen, Photographer
• David Peterson, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Severe Weather Hits the Metro
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• Ian Philbrick, Executive Producer
• Amber Lee, 10pm News Producer
• Amy Strande, Director
• Randy Shaver, Anchor
• Laura Betker, Meteorologist
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• David Peterlinz, Photographer
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Photographer
• Chad Nelson, Photographer
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 4 News 10pm
WCCO
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Matt Liddy, Executive Producer
• Kristin Morris, Producer
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Chris Shaffer, Meteorologist
• Mark Rosen, Sports Anchor
• John Lauritsen, Reporter
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Kim Johnson, Reporter
• Wendy Bridenstine, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9's 10 @ 10
KMSP
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Seth Kaplan, Executive Producer
• Ashley Bolkcom, Prodcuer
• Steve Stark, Director
• Kelly Huffman, Asst. News Director
CATEGORY #02B
NEWSCAST - EVENING - MARKETS 21-140
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KVRR 9 PM Newscast
KVRR
• Lezlie Johnson, News Director/Assignment Editor
• TJ Nelson, Weekday Anchor
• Alison Voorhees, Weekday Anchor
• Erin Wencl, Executive Producer
• Rob Kupec, Chief Meteorologist
• Mike McCann, Sports Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lennox Shooting - The Day After
KSFY/KDLT
• Kevin King, News Director
• Jeff Cleland, Assistant News Director
• Mark Roper, Reporter
• Courtney Collen, Anchor
• Brian Allen, Anchor
• Liz Whalley, Reporter
• Bridget Bennett, Reporter
• Dave Hauck, Photographer
• Troy Timmerman, Photographer
• Jordan Born, Photographer
• Zack Vos, Producer
• Mike Kvanli, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG-TV9 News at 10 May 8th - I-80 Pileup
KCRG
• Chris Earl, Anchor
• Larry Burkum, Producer
• Brandi Bachman, Executive Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KWWL 6 p.m. Newscast
KWWL
• Shane Moreland, News Director
• Ron Steele, Anchor/Reporter
• Amanda Goodman, Anchor/Reporter
• Brad Hanson, Reporter
• Mark Schnackenberg, Chief Meteorologist
• Michelle Corless, Reporter
• Michael Crowe, Reporter
• Nikki Newbrough, Reporter
• Adam Amdor, Content Manager/Executive Producer
• Eric Page, Assistant News Director
• Scott Albanese, Producer
• Sean O'Neal, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG-TV9 News at 5PM July 1st - Kid in Sewer and Flooding
KCRG
• Adam Carros, News Director
• Ellen Kurt, Producer
• Brandi Bachman, Executive Producer
• Bruce Aune, Anchor/Reporter
• Beth Malicki, Anchor
• Mike Wagner, Assignment Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI 8 News at 5
KCCI
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Brenna Smith, Producer
• Steve Karlin, Anchor
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Meredith Garman, Director
• Laura Nichols, Reporter
• Alex Kuberski, Photographer
• John McLaughlin, Meteorologist
• Marcus McIntosh, Reporter
• Mark Tauscheck, Reporter
• Bob Thomas, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND News at 5pm-June 19, 2014
KELO
• Anna Peters, Producer
• Darcy Andersen, Producer
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor
• Angela Kennecke, Anchor
• Erich Schaffhauser, Multi-Media Journalist
• Brady Mallory, Reporter
• Scot Mundt, Meteorologist
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
• Dexter Gronseth, Assignment Editor
• Kevin Kjergaard, Chief Photographer
• Karen Sherman, Senior Web Producer
CATEGORY #02C
NEWSCAST - EVENING - MARKETS 141+
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter at 6 p.m., April 1, 2015
KTTC
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Stephen Rydberg, Executive Producer
• Krista Corrigan, Producer
• Tom Overlie, Anchor/Producer
• Robin Wolfram, Anchor/Producer
• Michael Sullivan, Multimedia Journalist
• Shannon Bolte, Photographer
• Alanna Martella, Multimedia Journalist
• Kimberly Davis, Multimedia Journalist
• Taj Simmons, Multimedia Journalist
• Randy Brock, Chief Meteorologist
• Pat Lund, Sports Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Twin Tornadoes Hit Nebraska
KTIV
• Bridget Breen, Station Manager/News Director
• Christy Batien, Content Manager
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Sheila Brummer, Anchor
• Ron Demers, Chief Meteorologist
• Paul Lockwood, Producer
• Morgan Kulzer, Producer
• Brianna Clark, Multi-Media Journalist
• Tia Heidebrecht, Internet Director
• Beverly Perry, Meteorologist
• Dave Winslow, Meteorologist
• Leah Schwartz, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Siouxland News at 5pm
KPTH
• Diana Castillo, Anchor/News Director
• Jacob Heller, Reporter
• Jetske Wauran, MMJ
• Chad Sandwell, Meteorologist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Evening Report, April 15, 2015
KFYR
• J.R. Havens, News Director
CATEGORY #03A
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND MARKETS 1-20
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Weekend- missing boy's body found, NHL playoffs
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• Stacey Nogy, Assistant News Director
• Ian Philbrick, Executive Producer
• Jennifer Griffin, Newscast Producer
• Nick Kadrlik, Director
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor
• Dave Schwartz, Sports Anchor
• Laura Betker, Meteorologist
• Heidi Wigdahl, Reporter
• George Marincel, Photographer
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
• Bob Crippa, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 4 News Sunday 10pm
WCCO
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
• Angela Davis, Anchor
• Mike Binkley, Anchor
• Lauren Casey, Meterologist
• Mark Rosen, Sports Anchor
• Nina Moini, Reporter
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
• Dave Hillestad, Director
• Chris Cruz, Photographer
• Dymanh Chhoun, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 Eyewitness News at Ten 4.11.15
KSTP
• Cassondra Strande, Producer
• Tom Durian, Anchor
• Brandi Powell, Anchor
• Joe Augustine, Reporter
• Jeff Ernewein, Photographer
• Cleo Greene, Reporter
• Mark Kopischke, Director
• Ryan Wycoff, Technical Director
• Jonathan Yuhas, Weather Anchor
• Chris Long, Sports Anchor
CATEGORY #03B
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND MARKETS 21-140
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News at 10 Sunday
KCCI
• Todd Magel, Anchor
• Laura Nichols, Anchor
• Michelle Schuelke, Producer
• Meredith Garman, Director
• Jason Rantala, Reporter
• Alex Kuberski, Photographer
• Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
• Kurtis Gertz, Meteorologist
• Frank Scaglione, Meteorologist/Reporter
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Scott Reister, Sports Anchor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCRG-TV9 Saturday 10 p.m. 3-7-15
KCRG
• Max Walker, Producer
• Larry Burkum, Producer
• Chris Earl, Anchor
• Forrest Saunders, Reporter
• Terri Jo Walter, Director
• Chris Havely, Meteorologist
• Josh Christensen, Sports Anchor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND Weekend News at 10pm-May 10, 2015
KELO
• Hailey Higgins, Anchor
• Grant Smith, Meteorologist
• Brady Mallory, Reporter
• Kevin Woster, Multi-Media Journalist
• Leland Steva, Multi-Media Journalist
• Tanner Chambers, Multi-Media Journalist
• Cat Clark, Sports
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
• Dexter Gronseth, Assignment Editor
• Kevin Kjergaard, Chief Photographer
• Karen Sherman, Senior Web Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eyewitness News at Ten Saturday
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Julie Kruse, Anchor
• Dan Williamson, Sports Anchor
• Dan Romano, Meteorologist
• Zach Hammer, Producer
• Heidi Enninga, Reporter
• Alec Ausmus, Sports Reporter
• Carl Sauer, Photographer
• Jamie Merideth, Photographer
• Paul Walsh, Photographer
CATEGORY #03C
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND - MARKETS 141+
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter at 5 p.m., April 19, 2015
KTTC
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Devin Bartolotta, Anchor/Producer
• Taj Simmons, Multimedia Journalist
• Toryn Hill, Multimedia Journalist
• Mary McGuire, Multimedia Journalist
• Justin McKee, Meteorologist
• Chris Barriere, Sports
• Lori Sam, Director
• Mike Aakre, Audio
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Police Officer Vigil
KTIV
• Bridget Breen, Station Manager/News Director
• Deana Day, News Director
• Robert Lowe, Anchor
• Sarah Te Slaa, Anchor/Multi-Media Journalist
• Sam Curtiss, Multi-Media Journalist
• Brianna Clark, Multi-Media Journalist
• Morgan Kulzer, Producer
• Beverly Perry, Meteorologist
• Mark Freund, Sports Anchor
CATEGORY #04
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Connecting the Dots
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brian Wiedeke, Photographer
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Culture of Fear
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
It Was a Hell Hole
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Passing Around The Pastor
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
• John Michael, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Stadium - Roof Investigation
KSTP
• Chris Egert, Reporter
• Jason Hanson, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #05
BREAKING NEWS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
When the Fire Ends
KARE
• Rob Collett, Producer
• Jana Shortal, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Death of Ofc. Scott Patrick
KSTP
• Amanda Theisen, Producer
• Anne Wittenborg, News Director
• Nicole Roddy, Producer
• Zach Tecklenburg, Producer
• Bill Lunn, Anchor
• Leah McLean, Anchor
• Beth McDonough, Reporter
• Joe Mazan, Reporter
• Brandi Powell, Reporter
• Steve Tellier, Reporter
• Todd Raaen, Photographer
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minneapolis Protest
KSTP
• Todd Raaen, Photojournalist
• Kenneth Melchior, Reporter/Pilot
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Pierre Capitol Inn & Suites Fire
KSFY/KDLT
• Kevin King, News Director
• Brian Allen, Anchor
• Courtney Collen, Anchor
• Phil Schreck, Meteorologist
• Mike Kvanli, Director
• Jeff Cleland, Assistant News Director
• Josh Chilson, Producer
• Zack Vos, Producer
• Jordan Born, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG-TV9 I-80 Crash Coverage
KCRG
• Adam Carros, News Director
• Mike Wagner, Assignment Editor
• Mark Carlson, Reporter
• Sarah McCarthy, Reporter
• Joel Girdner, Photographer
• Wiley Schatz, Photographer
CATEGORY #06
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Airport Insecurity
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brian Wiedeke, Photographer
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minneapolis VA: It's Not a Problem Here
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer/Editor
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sex Trafficking
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Cody Rogness, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Barway Collins Continuing Coverage
KMSP
• Jack Highberger, Reporter
• Iris Perez, Reporter
• Jonathan Choe, Reporter
• Paul Blume, Reporter
• Karen Scullin, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dowling Teacher Controversy
KCCI
• Dave Busiek, News Director
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Ryan Smith, Reporter
• Julia Manning, Producer
• John Hoyem, Producer
• Cynthia Fodor, Reporter
• Mark Tauscheck, Reporter
• Alex Kuberski, Photograher
• Cam McKenzie, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2014 Nebraska Tornadoes
KTIV
• Bridget Breen, Station Manager/News Director
• Christy Batien, Content Manager
• Matt Breen, Anchor
• Sheila Brummer, Anchor
• Ron Demers, Chief Meteorologist
• Tia Heidebrecht, Internet Director
• Mark Freund, Multi-Media Journalist
• Sarah Te Slaa, Multi-Media Journalist
• Beverly Perry, Meteorolgist
• Ben Dorenbach, Meteorologist
• Leah Schwartz, Photographer
• Dave Winslow, Meteorolgoist
CATEGORY #07A
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Run With Randy
WDAY
• Kiersten Cooley, Multimedia Journalist
• Cody Rogness, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Junior
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Michael Erickson, Chief Photographer / Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cold Calling
KARE
• David Peterlinz, Photojournalist
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Officer Patrick Funeral
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Photojournalist
• Bob Crippa, Photojournalist
• Craig Norkus, Photojournalist
• John Drilling, Photojournalist
• Jonathan Malat, Photojournalist
• Ron Stover, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Day at the Beach
WDAY
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On Thin Ice
WOI
• April Samp, News Director
• Elias Johnson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #07B
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - NO TIME LIMIT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Catch But Never Release?
KARE
• Trisha Volpe, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnstameet
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Monica Hanson, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Along came Bear
KARE
• Boua Xiong, Reporter
• Bill Middeke, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gail Gagne Victim Speaks
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
CATEGORY #08A
FEATURE NEWS REPORT - LIGHT SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
No Rest in Retirement
WCCO
• Rachel Slavik, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Emmett & Erling
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Carly Valentine
12 News/Northwest Community Television
• Shannon Slatton Schwartz, Producer
• Benjamin Kroll, Videojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I'll Find a Way
KSTP
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Jessica Miles, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fun on Highway 61
WDIO
• Maarja Anderson, Reporter
• Carl Sauer, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Love of His Life
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
CATEGORY #08B
FEATURE NEWS REPORT - SERIOUS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paralyzed Farmer
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Glen Biermann, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Accident
KMSP
• Jack Highberger, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Editor/Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jandy Strong
KSTP
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Tom Hauser, Reporter
• Mark Garvey, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Peace in Pictures
WQOW-TV
• Amie Winters, Reporter
• Kyle Jorgenson, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Can you hear me?
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ten Fingers, Five Toes
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Gman and Kelly
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter
• Kirk Arneson, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Audra's Animals
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter
• John Schmidt, Photographer
CATEGORY #09
CRIME
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Reasonable Force
WQOW-TV
• Emily Valerio, Producer
• Steve Betchkal, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Amazon for Thieves
KARE
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Question of Innocence
KARE
• Trisha Volpe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Crime that Defined a Community: the Jacob Wetterling Legacy
KARE
• Karla Hult, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Finding Freedom
KMSP
• Ted Haller, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Line of Duty
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
• JOHN COTEW, Photographer
CATEGORY #10A
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT: SINGLE STORY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
As the Corn Grows
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Marking 50 with the Furlano Five
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter
• Kirk Arneson, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Giving Voice
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Chad Nelson, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Art-A-Whirl
Flyover Films/North Metro TV
• Damian Kussian, Producer/Cinematographer/Editor
• Olga Lezhepekova, Associate Producer, Cinematographer
• Sean Johnson, Cinematographer
• Nadine Pham, Cinematographer
• TJ Tronson, Cinematographer
• Noah Wolf, Aerial Videography
• Paul Dan Moon, Motion Graphics And Animation
• John Faris, Motion Graphics And Animation
• Hailey Enge, Assistant Camera
• Kelly Huang, Assistant Camera
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Life of an Actor: Sally Wingert
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Amy Melin, Producer 2
• Andrea Bussey, Production Assistant
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Steve Schmidt-The Road
KSMQ
• Matthew Bluhm, Producer/Editor
• Kevin Hanson, Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chris Mars: Portrait of an Artist
Twin Cities PBS
• David Roth, Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Katherine McDonald, Associate Producer
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Cover Charges
WOI
• April Samp, News Director
• Elias Johnson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inspirational Dancer
Ramsey/Washington Cable Commission - Government Television Network
• Tim Finnerty, Executive Director
• Joe Cullen, Writer/Producer
• Jeff Melcoch, Photographer/Editor
• Judy Skeie-Voss, Director Of Production Services
CATEGORY #10B
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT - PROGRAM
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Lowertown Line: PaviElle
Twin Cities PBS
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• David Roth, Series Producer
• Andi McDaniel, Executive Producer
• PaviElle French, On Air Talent
• Adam Geiger, Line Producer
• Mitch Griffin, Lead Audio
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Paul Guthrie, Lighting Designer
• Thomas Franchett, Lighting Director
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Online Editor/Colorist
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The White Wall Sessions
Spectrum films, Inc
• Jeff Zueger, Producer/Director/Editor
• David Palmer, Director Of Broadcast
• Michael Yaeger, Associate Producer
• Chad Konrad, Audio Engineer/Mixer
• Steve Zastrow, Host/Camera
• Tiffany Sarah, Photos/Production Assistant
• Sam Serbus, Production Assistant
• Dan Shafer, Associate Producer
• Patrick Gayken, Audio Engineer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Off 90 Episode 611
KSMQ
• Matthew Bluhm, Senior Producer/Director/Videographer/Editor
• Kevin Hanson, Producer/Technical Director/Videographer/Editor
• Barbara Keith, Host
• Stephanie Passingham, Producer
• Edward D. Nelson, Videographer/Teleprompter
• Patrick Willson, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Romeo + Juliet: A Performance by Ballet Quad Cities
Iowa PBS
• Theresa Knight, Producer/Assistant Director
• Debra Herbold, Director & Executive Producer
• Rick Fuller, Camera Crew Chief
• Darrin Clouse, Camera
• Matthew Rhoades, Camera
• Marlyn Schram, Camera
• David Feingold, Editor & Location Audio
• Jim Leasure, Post Production Audio
• Will Frazier, Video
• Russell Wall, Engineer In Charge
• Alisa Dodge, Graphics
• Brent Willett, Opening Animation
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Lowertown Line: Har Mar Superstar
Twin Cities PBS
• David Roth, Producer/Director
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Katherine McDonald, Senior Associate Producer
• Paul Guthrie, Lighting Designer
• Thomas Franchett, Lighting Director
• Tom Erickson, Lighting Programmer
• Mitch Griffin, Sound Editor / Lead Audio
• Ezra Gold, Online Editor
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
North Shore Unplugged
KSMQ
• Charles Czech, Producer/Director
• Rodney Lundstrom, Production Supervisor-Technical Director
• Larry Eckblad, Chief Engineer
• Gregory Wright, Host
• Shawn Lewis, Editor
• Matthew Bluhm, Associate Producer
• Timothy Gassmann, Camera-Technician
• Kevin Hanson, Camera
• Edward Nelson, Camera
• John Wright, Audio Mixer
• Mario Vano, Audio Recording
• Jeff Gould, Camera
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Des Moines Metro Opera Presents Le Comte Ory (Pronunciation: Le Compte Ory)
Iowa PBS
• Judy Blank, Producer/ Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Director & Executive Producer
• Russ Wall, Engineer In Charge
• Chad Aubrey, Technical Director
• Jim Leasure, Audio Engineer
• David Feingold, Audio Engineer
• Neal Kyer, Video Engineer & Editor
• Steve Carns, Camera Operator
• Scott Faine, Camera Operator
• Rick Fuller, Crew Chief & Camera Operator
• Alisa Dodge, Graphic Design
• John Torpy, Camera Operator
CATEGORY #11A
BUSINESS/CONSUMER: SINGLE STORY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Selling Your Secrets
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Jason Hanson, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Shaving Savings
KARE
• Chris Hrapsky, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
No Time for Business Books
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I Did My Part
KARE
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer/Editor
• Ron Stover, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Worthless Warranty
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midwest Vintage Werks
Argus Leader Media
• Brad Dumke, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #11B
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - PROGRAM
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
State of Repair: Industries of Constant Motion
Twin Cities PBS
• Luke Heikkila, Producer
• Skip Davis, Video Editor
• Michael Phillips, Lead Videographer
• Scott Trotman, Videographer
• Mitch Griffin, Field Audio
• Amanda Reardon, Production Manager
• Dan Gage, Content Advisor
• Shari Lamke, Supervising Producer
• Lucy Swift, Executive Vice President
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
That's My Tax Return
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Up In The Air Jobs
WOI
• April Samp, News Director
• Sabrina Ahmed, Reporter
• Don Schmith, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Created in the Corridor
KGAN/KFXA
• Scott Sanborn, Reporter/Producer
• Dallas Houtz, Photographer/Editor
• Jason Meyer, Photographer/Editor
• Scott Zimdar, Photographer/Editor
• Phil Platz, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The State of Oil
KBJR
• Kevin Jacobsen, Reporter
• Billy Wagness, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Harvest of Change: Iowa farm families confront a nation in transition
Des Moines Register
• Christopher Gannon, Producer/Videographer
CATEGORY #12A
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - SINGLE STORY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Girls Fight For Gun Rights
WOI
• April Samp, News Director
• Nicole Davidson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
102 And Still Voting
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Reporter
• Cody Rogness, Photographer / Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Child Protection Death
KARE
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Jason Steussy, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Senate's Quirky Rules
KARE
• John Croman, Reporter
• Brian Augustin, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Diversity in Governance
Twin Cities PBS
• David Gillette, Special Correspondent
• Kari Kennedy, Producer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Ariel Tilson, Production Assistant
• Scott Trotman, Videographer
• Mary Lahammer, Program Host
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
CATEGORY #12B
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - PROGRAM
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dirty Little Secrets
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Roske on Politics
KCWI
• Brent Roske, Executive Producer/ Host
• Ted Stephens, Producer
• Taylor Pavlock, Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Capitol Close Up
NDC4
• Carmen Hauck, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Dennis Rafftery, Producer/Photographer
• Katherine Curtis, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Almanac at the Capitol
Twin Cities PBS
• Kari Kennedy, Series Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Reporter
• David Gillette, Correspondent
• Scott Trotman, Field Director/Videographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• Ariel Tilson, Production Assistant
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
We Get No Choice
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Producer
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
U.S. Senate Debate
WCCO
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Matt Liddy, Producer
• Esme Murphy, Host
• Pat Kessler, Host
• Adam Chernow, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Commitment 2014: US Senate Debate
KCCI
• Erin Moynihan, Executive Producer
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
• Dave Busiek, News Director
• Kevin Cooney, Anchor
CATEGORY #13
CHILDREN (12 & UNDER)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
False Alarm
KWWL
• Amanda Goodman, Anchor/Reporter
• Sean O'Neal, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Horse Behind the Hug
KELO
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Videojournalist
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
• Dexter Gronseth, Assignment Editor
• Karen Sherman, Senior Web Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Evolving to Stay Severe Weather Aware
WOI
• April Samp, News Director
• Elias Johnson, Reporter
• Justin Troutner, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mini Maestro
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kylie's Kids
WCCO
• Kylie Bearse, Reporter/Producer
• Kris Berg, Editor
• Robyn Black, Photographer
• Bob Cowan, Photographer
• Bob Hernandez, Photographer
• Tony Peterson, Editor
• David Porter, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The BURNNIE Show
RTC Inc. Reaching the Children Media
• Steve Treague, Producer
• Faith Tregue, Producer
CATEGORY #14
TEEN (13 AND UP)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Homeless Teens
WHO
• Lynn Melling, Reporter
• Eric Gooden, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Bully Test
KWWL
• Amanda Goodman, Anchor/Reporter
• Sean O'Neal, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Boy and His Tractor
KMSP
• Jonathan Choe, Reporter
• Josh Grenier, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bullied Teacher
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
CATEGORY #15
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The James Gang
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dancing Away the Bullies
WCCO
• Rachel Slavik, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Superhero Lunch Lady
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Overcoming Obstacles, Becoming Youth of the Year
WOI
• April Samp, News Director
• Sabrina Ahmed, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The iSchool Band
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The High Stakes of Higher Ed
WEAU
• Lindsay Veremis, Reporter
• Jeff Ralph, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breaking Transit Barriers
KMSP
• Iris Perez, Reporter
• Dan Sundem, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #16A
HEALTH - SINGLE STORY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Nala
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Playing For Patrick
KSTP
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
• Katherine Johnson, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pajama Grandma
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ireland's Song
KARE
• Karla Hult, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Living with Memory Loss
WCCO
• Liz Collin, Reporter
• Tom Aviles, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bionic Eye
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Shared Heart
KARE
• Adrienne Broaddus, Multimedia Reporter
• Jonathan Malat, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Weighted Blankets
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Zach is Coming Back
WDIO
• Darren Danielson, Reporter
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
CATEGORY #16B
HEALTH - PROGRAM
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Late Life: Language of Health
Twin Cities PBS
• Dawn Mikkelson, Producer/Offline Editor
• John Whitehead, Producer/Writer/Offline Editor
• Bill Hanley, Vice President, Public Engagement
• Pamela Palan, Series Producer
• Leya Hale, Production Assistant
• Skip Davis, Online Editor
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Penny Wheeler, Producing Partner
• Lucy Swift, VP, MN Productions & Partnerships
• Paige Bingham, Producing Partner
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Your Health Matters
KCAU
• Jenna Rehnstrom, Anchor
• Johnathan Mack, Photographer
CATEGORY #17A
SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - SINGLE STORY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bird Flu - A Forensic Mystery
KARE
• Trisha Volpe, Reporter
• George Marincel, Photojournalist
• Bill Middeke, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Black Gold
KMSP
• John Michael, Producer
• Jeff Baillon, Reporter
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer
• Bradley Swagger, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Icon - Sweet Corn
WHO
• Andy Fales, Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Noise Story
WQOW-TV
• Steve Betchkal, Producer
• Michael Even, Producer
• Kristen Shill, Producer
• Emily Van Ort, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Monarch Mission
KARE
• Ron Stover, Photographer/Producer
• Belinda Jensen, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drones Poised to Elevate Agricultural Efficiency
Iowa PBS
• Josh Buettner, Producer
• Steve Carns, Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Time Flies Watching Birds
KGAN/KFXA
• Sadie Hughes, Reporter
• Jason Meyer, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #17B
SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - PROGRAM
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Flight 2 Nowhere
WQOW-TV
• Steve Betchkal, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Integrated Energy Solutions
Twin Cities PBS
• Alauna Yust, Producer
• Steve Spencer, Supervising Producer
• Tom Trow, Partner Manager
• Amanda Reardon, Line Producer
• Katherine Langenfeld, Line Producer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Mitch Griffin, Field Audio
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Lucy Swift, VP, MN Productions And Partnerships
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Sabine Engel, Producing Partner
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Search for Dark Matter
KDLT-TV
• Tom Hanson, Reporter
• Max Jensen, Photographer
CATEGORY #18A
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - SINGLE STORY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Twister
KARE
• Rob Collett, Producer
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Music Man: Cornbread Harris
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• McGraw Jones, Videographer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Joseph Demko, Field And Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Coordinator
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Last Train To Midway
WCCO
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
• Aaron Goodyear, Photographer/Producer
• Carly Danek, Photographer
• David Porter, Photographer
• Dave Wertheimer, Photographer
• Bill Hudson, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Des Moines Botanical Garden
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director/DP
• April Samp, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hitler didn't Win
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Babe Ruth Visits Sleepy Eye, MN
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Pat Fischer, Producer / Photographer
• Andy Price, Producer
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Tom Hanneman, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
No Country for Old Trucks
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Rob Collett, Producer
CATEGORY #18B
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - PROGRAM
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Blenko Glass: Creating Iowa Sunrise
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Director/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Producer/Executive Producer
• Patty Foster, Producer
• John Torpy, Camera
• Rick Fuller, Camera
• Jef Horn, Graphic Illustration
• Jim Leasure, Sound Mix
• Laura Shannon, Production Coordinator
• Justin Beaupre, Director Of Programming And Production
• Chuck Czech, Manager Of Local Programming
• Tonya Weber, Communications Manager
• Tiffany Cleghorn, Production Assistance
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anoka and the Tornado of '39
North Metro TV
• Eric Houston, Producer
• Joachim Scholz, Camera Operator
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Wisconsin to Selma: Bringing History Home
WXOW
• Ginna Roe, Reporter/Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Everything Is Wonderful
Carlini Entertainment
• Joe Carlini, Director/Producer/Editor
• Jodi Ritacca, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Last Call for the Mitchell Yards
WDSE-TV
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer/Off-Line Editor
• Steven Ash, Director / Photographer / Editor
• Lance Haavisto, Photographer
• Juli Kellner, Executive Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Thousand Dollars and Back: Recollections of Early Romanian Immigration to Minnesota
Town Square Television
• Vicki Albu, Executive Producer
• Mark DeJoy, Producer, Photographer, Editor
• Joy Curtin, Executive Producer
• Dorrene Dragos Hern, Executive Producer
• Jodie Miller, Executive Producer
• Chad Roberts, Project Consultant
• Monica Nedelcu-Erickson, Production Assistant
• Arria Giulan, Production Assistant
• Raluca Octav, Production Assistant
• Codrut Birsan, Musician
• Don Shelby, Narrator
• Rebecca Snyder, Historical Research Assistant
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
At Issue: The Minnesota-Cuba Connection
KSTP
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
• Tom Hauser, Reporter/Host
• Amanda Theisen, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Warbirds: A Family Journey
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer/Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ashes of an icon: The story of Younkers' downtown store
Des Moines Register
• Kelsey Kremer, Photographer
• Charlie Litchfield, Photographer
• Timothy Meinch, Reporter
• Rodney White, Photographer
• Grant Rodgers, Reporter
CATEGORY #19
MILITARY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Through a Soldier's Eyes
Twin Cities PBS
• Luke Heikkila, Producer
• Jerry Lakso, Video Editor
• Tom Adair, Lead Videographer
• McGraw Jones, Videographer
• Mitch Griffin, Post Audio
• Kevin Olson, Content Advisor
• Amanda Reardon, Production Manager
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Shari Lamke, Supervising Producer
• Lucy Swift, Executive Vice President
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Deadly Delay
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Finding the Fallen
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• John Michael, Producer
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Freedom Isn't Free: The Story Of Tom Block
Vikings Entertainment Network/Elite Edge Productions
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Brett Taber, Producer
• Craig Peters, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Loved Ones Lost, Letters Found
WDIO
• Maarja Anderson, Reporter
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stolen Valor
KSTP
• Eric Chaloux, Reporter
• Kevin Bubach, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breaking Formation
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• William Middeke, Photojournalist/Editor
• Jim Douglas, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
More than Memorials
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter
• John Schmidt, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Brothers in Arms
KWWL
• Jerry Gallagher, Reporter
• Sean O'Neal, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Proud Pilots
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Women Serving in War
Twin Cities PBS
• Stephanie Halleen, Producer
• Carrie Clark, Offline Editor, Associate Producer
• Melissa Block, Line Producer
• Val Mondor, Online Editor
• Joanna Kohler, Director Of Photography
• Anna Long, Producing Partner
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Johnny Hagen, Field Audio
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Shari Lamke, Sr. Director, Supervising Producer
• Lucy Swift, Vice President MN Productions
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Day Brandon Disappeared
WHO
• Dan Winters, Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Memorial Day To Remember
KMSP
• Jack Highberger, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Editor/Photographer
CATEGORY #20A
SPORTS - NEWS STORY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
You Are Not Alone
Midco Sports Network
• Jay Elsen, Reporter
• Tom Nieman, Assistant Reporter
• Chad Hunt, Videographer
• Josh Munce, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hello? Hi, It's the NFL, Ready For Your Schedule?
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Senior Producer
• Mike Huiras, Producer / Editor
• Allan Wertheimer, Producer / Editor
• Jordan Struck, Producer / Editor
• Grant Ridpath, Producer / Editor
• Nate Vaughn, Producer / Editor
• Jay Nelson, Producer / Editor
• Mike Wobschall, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sainora Scores
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Reversal
Des Moines Register
• Charlie Litchfield, Producer/Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gift of Golf
Midco Sports Network
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Tom Nieman, Reporter
• Jessi Scherr, Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Armless Archer
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Producer
• Cortney Kintzer, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Little Girl With a Big Heart: Totino-Grace's Rachel Woell
KSTP
• Chris Long, Reporter/Writer
• Jeff Brioschi, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Extraordinary human beings in slow motion
St. Paul Pioneer Press
• Ben Garvin, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Log rolling with, and against, the family
MPR News
• Jeffrey Thompson, Photographer/Editor
• Regina McCombs, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Blind Side
KCCI
• Andy Garman, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stick and Move
WHO
• Eric Gooden, Photojournalist
• Jannay Towne, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hopkins' Sports Super-Family
WCCO
• David McCoy, Reporter
• Carly Danek, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A day in the life of Coach Marlene Stollings
KARE
• Dave Schwartz, Reporter
• Bill Middeke, Photojournalist/Editor
CATEGORY #20B
SPORTS - NEWS SERIES
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
RVTV Road Trip Across Iowa
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Anchor/Executive Producer
• John Sears, Reporter
• Andy Fales, Reporter
• Michael Admrie, Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Tackle Cancer
KARE
• Randy Shaver, Anchor/Producer
• Bill Middeke, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bruce Jenner: Iowa Roots
WOI
• April Samp, News Director
• Stephanie Angleson, Reporter
• Don Schmith, Photographer
• Justin Troutner, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Concussion Discussion
KARE
• Trisha Volpe, Reporter/Producer
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• Randy Shaver, Anchor/Producer
• Bill Middeke, Photographer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• Jason Steussy, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The State of Hockey
WCCO
• David McCoy, Reporter
• Aaron Goodyear, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #20C
SPORTS - PROGRAM STORY (OUTSIDE OF NEWS)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Art of Hockey
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Bruce Meyers, Producer, Editor, Photographer
• Jordan Austin, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Return to Center Ice
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Winning Team
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Andrew Bork, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Neil Allen Story
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Tom Hanneman, Talent
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Frame & Glory
1856 Productions
• Brad Dumke, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Josh Lavalle
KSTC
• Dennis Silva, Producer
• Taylor Stein, Photographer/Editor
• Chris Long, Reporter
CATEGORY #20D
SPORTS - PROGRAM SERIES (OUTSIDE OF NEWS)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From the Plains to Fame
Midco Sports Network
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Tom Nieman, Host
• David Brown, Reporter
• Jay Elsen, Reporter
• Jessi Scherr, Videographer
• Nathan Aamodt, Coordinating Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wild Live
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Peter Anderson, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Jamie Hersch, Host
• Tom Hanneman, Host
• Wes Walz, Analyst
• Tom Chorske, Analyst
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine: Ex-Treme
Midco Sports Network
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Jay Elsen, Reporter
• Tom Nieman, Host
• Brad Dumke, Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Becoming Wild - Season 4: Nino Niederreiter
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Wild Broadcasting & Production
• Pat O'Connor, Producer
• Dustin Peterson, Videographer
• Peter Keffer, Editor
• John Maher, VP Brand Content & Communications
• Jacob Kamenick, Production Assistant
• Aaron Sickman, Director, Media Relations
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dakota Destinations
Midco Sports Network
• Dan Hammer, Producer/Host/Editor
• Darren Lien, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Mike Derman, Coordinating Producer
• Eric Vasgaard, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #20E
SPORTSCAST
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Live from Camp Randall - 2014 State Football Championships
WEAU
• Justus Cleveland, Sports Director
• Chance Dickman, Sports Anchor/Reporter
• Andrew Lovelette, Sports Reporter/Anchor
• Bob Gallaher, News Anchor
• Nick Marciniak, Sports Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SportScene 13 for Friday, January 30th, 2015
WEAU
• Justus Cleveland, Sports Director
• Chance Dickman, Sports Anchor/Reporter
• Andrew Lovelette, Sports Reporter/Anchor
• Nick Marciniak, Sports Photographer
• Duane Wolter III, Sports Photographer
• Jeff Ralph, Sports Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Sports- live from the Super Bowl
KARE
• Eric Perkins, Anchor
• Dan Edwards, Lead Sports Producer
• Andy Trowbridge, Sports Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Keith Murphy Sportscast
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Sports Director
• John Sears, Sports Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dr. Seuss Sportscast
KEVN
• Jamie Zepp, Sports Director
CATEGORY #20F
SPORTS - ONE-TIME SPECIAL
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sports Wrap - Citrus Bowl
KSTP
• Joe Schmit, Host
• James Monical, Producer
• Chris Long, Reporter
• Darren Wolfson, Reporter
• Parker Anderson, Photographer
• Jeff Brioschi, Photographer/Editor
• Jason Hansen, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Anatomy of a Trade
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Tom Hanneman, Talent
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Brent Rieland, Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• Peter Anderson, Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Patricia Whitney, Associate Producer
• Jordan Austin, Associate Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Michael Malmgren, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Star Time: 2014 MLB All-Stars in MN
rodmedia communications LLC
• Rod Simons, Executive Producer/Host
• Arthur Kuh, Videographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
North Dakota Hockey Frozen Four Special
Midco Sports Network
• Dan Hammer, Host
• Darren Lien, Producer
• Greg Enkers, Reporter
• Mike Derman, Coordinating Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gopher Women's Hockey: The Frozen Four
University of Minnesota
• Ryan Maus, Executive Producer
• Alec Philippi, Producer/Editor/Photographer
• Garrett Wright, Producer/Photographer
• Josh Blessing, Producer/Photographer
• Madison Forsythe, Editor/Photographer
• Charlie Weierke, Photographer
• Andrew Constans, Photographer
CATEGORY #20G
SPORTS - DOCUMENTARY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Twins Academy
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Dan Truebenbach, Photographer
• Sophia Minnaert, Host
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I Will: The Jack Trice Story
Cyclones.tv, B&G Productions
• Jeff Grummer, Producer
• Tom Kroeschell, Producer
• Rod Bodholdt, Producer
• John Walters, Narrator/Producer
CATEGORY #20H
SPORTS - INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
All-Star Pitchers
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Christian Rangel, Editor
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
• Bert Blyleven, Reporter
• Jamie Hersch, Host
• Ralph Gasow Jr., Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brett Favre 1 on 1 interview
KARE
• Eric Perkins, Anchor/Reporter
• Jonathan Malat, Photographer
• Dan Edwards, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gopher Football With Jerry Kill Weekly Show
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Nick Frantzen, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Photographer
• Mike Max, Host
• Lea B. Olsen, Host
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spotlight Batting Champions
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Anthony LaPanta, Host
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Dan Truebenbach, Photographer
• Jordan Austin, Photographer
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
CATEGORY #21A
SPORTING EVENT/GAME - LIVE/UNEDITED - PROGRAM/SPECIAL
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Missouri Valley Football Conference - University of South Dakota vs South Dakota State University
Midco Sports Network
• Nathan Aamodt, Coordinating Producer
• Eric Vasgaard, Executive Producer
• Tom Nieman, Play-by-Play Announcer
• Jay Elsen, Sideline Reporter
• Toby McDonald, Technical Director
• Chad Hunt, Chyron Operator
• Alex Heinert, Studio Show Host
• Jasen Lenz, Engineer
• Ronald Peterson, Chief Engineer
• Brian Cooper, Director
• Jeff Harkness, Studio Show Host
• Tigh Lessman, Camera Operator
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hockey Day Minnesota 2015
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Brendan Burke, Play By Play
• Kevin Gorg, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• James Stewart, Photographer
• Chase Fiebig, Production Assistant
• Jim Bothun, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
North Dakota vs. Lake Superior State Men's Hockey
Midco Sports Network
• Mike Derman, Director
• Dan Hammer, Play-by-Play
• Scott Koberinski, Color Commentary
• Katie Hale, Rinkside Reporter
• Greg Enkers, Producer
• Darren Lien, Producer
• Toby McDonald, Technical Director
• Catie Trontvet, Graphics
• Eric Vasgaard, Executive Producer
• Darrel Nelson, Engineer In Charge
• John Tracy, Camera Operator
• Scott Lima, Camera Operator
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2015 Summit League Basketball Tournament - South Dakota vs Fort Wayne
Midco Sports Network
• Nathan Aamodt, Coordinating Producer
• Eric Vasgaard, Executive Producer
• Ronald Peterson, Chief Engineer
• Jay Elsen, Play-by-Play Announcer
• Toby McDonald, Technical Director
• Brian Cooper, Director
• Chad Hunt, Replay
• David Brown, Chyron Operator
• Joey Beltrame, Camera Operator
• Alex Heinert, Studio Show Host
• Josh Munce, Camera Operator
• Darrel Nelson, Engineer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Boys State Hockey Quarterfinals - Duluth East vs. St. Thomas Academy
KSTC
• Dennis Silva, Executive Producer
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Brian Monahan, Studio Producer
• Steve Collins, Technical Director
• Jim Erickson, Play-By-Play
• Lou Nanne, Color Analyst
• Tori Holt, Reporter
• Tom Hauser, Studio Host
• Mike McGraw, Studio Analyst
• Dave Palmquist, Studio Analyst
• Seth Holst, Editor
• Jonathan Whitney, Graphics
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2015 NSIC Basketball Tournament: Minnesota State vs MSU Moorhead
Midco Sports Network
• Nathan Aamodt, Producer
• Eric Vasgaard, Executive Producer
• Ronald Peterson, Chief Engineer
• Tom Nieman, Play-by-Play Announcer
• Brian Cooper, Director
• Toby McDonald, Technical Director
• Jason Andera, Studio Producer
• David Brown, Sideline Reporter
• Joey Beltrame, Camera Operator
• Chad Hunt, Chyron Operator
• Alex Heinert, Studio Show Host
• Derrick Zeeck, Engineer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Prep Bowl 6-A Championship Eden Prairie vs. Totino/Grace
KSTC
• Dennis Silva, Executive Sports Producer
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Dustin Dancisak, Technical Director
• Brian Monahan, Studio Producer
• Dave Lee, Play-By-Play
• Corbin Lacina, Color Analyst
• Tori Holt, Sideline Reporter
• Joe Schmit, Studio Host
• Larry Thompson, Studio Analyst
• Seth Holst, Editor
• Jonathan Whitney, Graphics
• Monica Doyle, Director Of Operations
CATEGORY #21B
SPORTING EVENT/GAME - LIVE/UNEDITED - SERIES
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Wild Season Series
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Chris Withers, Producer
• Peter Anderson, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Brent Rieland, Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Play By Play
• Mike Greenlay, Analyst
• Wes Walz, Analyst
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Timberwolves
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Dave Benz, Play-by-Play
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Jim Bothun, Editor
CATEGORY #22A
WEATHER-SINGLE STORY/SEGMENT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eye to the Sky
KCCI
• Erin Moynihan, Producer
• Jason Sydejko, Reporter
• Mike Sims, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Summertime
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Casey Hooker, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Delano Flood
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Severe Weather- Heavy rains innundate the Twin Cities
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• Ian Philbrick, Executive Producer
• Amber Lee, Producer
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• George Marincel, Photographer
• Boua Xiong, Reporter
• Aethan Hart, Photographer
• Adrienne Broaddus, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Photographer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Belinda Jensen, Meteorologist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Man Behind The Weather
KDLT-TV
• Brandon Spinner, Reporter/Meteorologist
• Max Jensen, Photographer
CATEGORY #22B
WEATHER - WEATHERCAST (SEGMENT IN A NEWSCAST)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Trobec
KELO
• Jay Trobec, Meteorologist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Super Bowl Weekend Snow
KPTH
• Chad Sandwell, Chief Meteorologist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Kevin Lawrence - NBC North Dakota News
KFYR
• Kevin Lawrence, Chief Meteorologist
CATEGORY #23A
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tears to Water
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Executive Producer
• Mike Thompson, Producer
• Travis Kobs, Photographer
• Steve Londre, Creative Director
• Kirk Arneson, Production
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Art and Life of George Morrison: A Beyond the Book Special
Twin Cities PBS
• Shari Lamke, Producer/Offline Editor
• Carrie Clark, Offline Editor/Associate Producer
• Amanda Reardon, Line Producer
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Design
• Tom Trow, Executive In Charge
• Lucy Swift, Vice President, MN Productions & Partnerships
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Alayne Hopkins, Producing Partner
• Kristin Makholm, Author
• W. Jackson Rushing III, Author
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Richard Bresnahan: The Taste of the Clay
Prairie Public
• Barbara Gravel, Producer
• Bob Dambach, Executive Producer
• Ann Hall Anderson, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On Eagle's Wings: Minnesota's Sacred Music
KSMQ
• Charles Czech, Producer
• Matthew Bluhm, Producer
• Stephanie Passingham, Managing Producer
• Eric Olson, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #23B
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Temples of Justice
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Stephanie Rissler, Producer
• Josh Kappler, Videographer / Editor
• Paul Ebsen, Videographer
• Andrew Bork, Videographer
• Arthur Rusch, Consultant
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Iowans Remember Vietnam
Iowa PBS
• David Miller, Producer/Director
• John Nichols, Executive Producer/Writer
• Neal Kyer, Editor/Graphics
• Chad Aubrey, Audio
• David Feingold, Audio
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Steve Carns, Videographer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• John Torpy, Videographer
• David M. Cooke, Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lost Twin Cities 4
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Producer/Director/Editor
• Robert Hutchings, Director Of Photography/Editor
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Leya Hale, Production Assistant
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Mitch Griffin, Post Production Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• David Wermus, Director Of Production, MN Productions
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Linda James, Researcher
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
West by Orphan Train
Colleen Bradford Krantz and Clark Kidder, independent filmmakers
• Colleen Bradford Krantz, Producer/Director/Co-Writer
• Clark Kidder, Producer/Co-Writer
• Paul Kakert, Director Of Photography/Camera
• Chad Aubrey, Editor
• Chad Elliott, Original Music
• Robert "Bo" Barker, Primary Narrator
• Jeff Horn, Graphics
• David Feingold, Audio Mix
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Girl from Birch Creek
Lee Street Productions, LLC
• Emily Haddad, PProducer/Writer/Director/Videographer/Off Line Editor
• John Kaul, Producer, Videographer
• Nina Totenberg, Narrator
• Matt Ehling, Editor, Videographer
• Katherine Loudenslager, Editor
• John Sims, Audio Mixer
• Peter Ostroushko, Music
CATEGORY #23C
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
My Last Breath
Triumph Pictures
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Producer/Writer
• Cy Dodson, Shooter, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Trafficked
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Producer
• Cody Rogness, Photographer
• Carrie Snyder, Additional Photography
• Chris Flynn, Additional Photography
• Aaron Godard, Graphics
• Spider Johnk, Graphics
• Jeff Nelson, News Director
• Mari Ossenfort, General Manager
• Mary Jo Hotzler, VP Of Content
• Bill Marcil, Executive Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Forensics: Beyond the CSI Effect
Twin Cities PBS
• Jeffery Weihe, Producer
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer, Offline Editor
• Melissa Block, Production Manager
• John Kendall, Managing Producer
• Meighan Maloney, Segment Producer
• Harry Dawson, Cinematographer
• Skip Davis, Online Editor
• Nathan Reopelle, Online Editor
• McGraw Jones, Offline Editor
• Lawrence Kobilinsky, Producing Partner
• Lucy Swift, Vice President MN Productions
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bees on the Brink
StarTribune
• Jenni Pinkley, Senior Video Producer
• Renee Jones-Schneider, Photographer/Producer
• Mark Vancleave, Technical Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Crossing the Threshold
Twin Cities PBS
• Luke Heikkila, Producer
• Nathan Roepelle, Video Editor
• Melissa Block, Line Producer
• McGraw Jones, Lead Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Joseph Demko, Field Audio
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Shari Lamke, Supervising Producer
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Lucy Swift, Executive Vice President
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
CATEGORY #24
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL - SINGLE STORY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Good Question
WCCO
• Heather Brown, Reporter
• Jose Pascual, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Detecting Danger
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
• Tom Aviles, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rules of Soccer
Minnesota United FC
• Brad Baker, Writer/Director
• Sam Papai, Writer/Cinematographer
• Colin Brookfield, Camera Operator
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MN Accent
Twin Cities PBS
• Maria Bartholdi, Videojournalist
• Andi McDaniel, Series Producer
• Ben Malley, Graphic Designer
• Maribel Lopez, Production Coordinator
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Art and Craft of Playwriting According to Jeffrey Hatcher
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Amy Melin, Producer 2
• Andrea Bussey, Production Assistant
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Joseph Demko, Field And Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
CATEGORY #25
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Pet Photographer in Her Own Words
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota's Choice 2014
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Producer
• Jerry Lakso, Editor
• Scott Trotman, Photographer
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Jim Kron, Photographer
• McGraw Jones, Photographer
• Ariel Tilson, Production Assistant
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Senior Vice President & Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Concert Car: Toki Wright
WFTC
• Tony Fly, Host
• Doug Erlien, Producer
• Scott Brady, VP Creative Services KMSP/WFTC
• Sheila Oliver, General Manager KMSP/WFTC
• David Pint, Editor
• Tom Lynch, Editor
• Burke Daneman, Editor
• Maxwell Freudenthal, Editor
• Tory Hooton, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Learning to Fly
North Metro TV
• Eric Houston, Producer
• Brett Wong, Producer
CATEGORY #26
MAGAZINE
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wisconsin Foodie
WHLA-HD
• Arthur Ircink, Executive Producer/Director
• Kyle Cherek, Host
• Ryan Sarnowski, Editor
• James Michaels, Cinematographer
• Nelson Schneider, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Day in South Dakota: August 19, 2014
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Melissa Sievers, Producer
• Andrew Bork, Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Original: Tish Jones, Kurt Melancon and Chris Mars
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Katherine McDonald, Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Original: Jeffrey Hatcher, And The Professors, Alexa Horochowski and David Bowman
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Katherine McDonald, Senior Associate Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Adam Geiger, Story Editor
• Joseph Demko, Field And Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Andrea Bussey, Production Assistant
• Jeremy Hosterman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dakota Life
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Chad Andersen, Producer
• Stephanie Rissler, Segment Producer/Narator
• Josh Kappler, Videographer
• Andrew Bork, Videographer
• Melissa Sievers, Segment Producer
CATEGORY #27A
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - SINGLE STORY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Scotty's Story
Hi-Fly'n Productions
• Kevin May, Producer/Director
• Mark Anderson, Director Of Photography/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mobile Hope
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Bill Middeke, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Nose for Danger
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Bradley Swagger, Photojournalist/Editor
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Driven to Distraction
KARE
• Trisha Volpe, Reporter
• Jason Steussy, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
35 miles in Steve's shoes
Des Moines Register
• Rodney White, Videographer
• Kyle Munson, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mandatory Sentences
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Gary Knox, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Life On Camera
WDAY
• Kiersten Cooley, Reporter
• Michael Erickson, Chief Photographer / Editor
CATEGORY #27B
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - PROGRAM
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Transit Stories
Twin Cities PBS
• Ken Stone, Producer
• Alauna Yust, Segment Producer
• David Gillette, Narrator/Essayist
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• McGraw Jones, Videographer
• Joseph Demko, Audio
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Designer
• Pamela M. Palan, Managing Producer
• Shari Lamke, Supervising Producer
• Bill Hanley, Vice President Of Public Engagement
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Discovered Truth: A Health Care Journey
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer/Writer/Director
• Alfred Babington Johnson, Project Concept
• TaMica Tody, Content Advisor
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer
• Robert Edwards V, Associate Producer
• Bianca Rhodes, Production Assistant
• Amanda Reardon, Line Producer
• McGraw Jones, Videographer
• Roger Larson, Videographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Lucy Swift, VP, MN Productions & Partnerships
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Online Predators: Innocence Lost
KIMT
• Sarah Danik, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Planting Creativity: Artists, Place, and Transit
Twin Cities PBS
• Dawn Mikkelson, Director/Producer/Offline Editor
• Jon Springer, Cinematography
• Brian Lundy, Cinematography
• Adrian Danciu, Cinematography
• Nicholas Clausen, Cinematography
• Miranda Wilson, Field Producer
• Monte Swann, Cinematography
• Skip Davis, Online Editor
• Lucy Swift, VP, MN Productions & Partnerships
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Laura Zabel, Consulting Producer
• Carl Atiya Swanson, Consulting Producer
CATEGORY #28
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE (OTHER THAN NEWS OR SPORTS)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Holding the Wind in Your Hands
Pioneer Public Television
• Andrea Singleton, Producer
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer/Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Living Beyond Cancer: A Celebration
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• Bill Hanley, VP Public Engagement
• Alauna Yust, Associate Producer
• Pamela M. Palan, Managing Producer
• Scott Trotman, Director
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Audio
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Mary Brainerd, Producing Partner
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The PlayList presents Red Mountain
WDSE-TV
• Steven Ash, Producer/Director
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer/Camera
• Nick Clingman, Camera
• Lance Haavisto, Camera
• Jake Larson, Audio
• Kristy Filippini, Production Assitant/camera
• Jay Cole, Camera
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
TV Takeover
Twin Cities PBS
• Maria Bartholdi, Series Producer
• Kevin Albertson, Producer
• Chris Cloud, Producer
• Andi McDaniel, Executive Producer
• Ted Hinck, Senior Managing Producer
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• Alauna Yust, Assistant Director
• Mitch Griffin, Lead Audio
• Rich Brown, Production Supervisor
• Jerry Lakso, Editor
• John Daenzer, Vice President Of Digital
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The New Standards Holiday Show
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Producer/Director
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Lead Audio
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Katherine McDonald, Senior Associate Producer
• Andrea Bussey, Production Assistant
• Maria Bartholdi, Engagement Producer
• Ben Malley, Senior Graphic Designer
• Paul Guthrie, Lighting Designer
• Tom Keleher, Engineer
• Ted Hinck, Senior Managing Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
CATEGORY #29
INTERSTITIAL
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heroic Rescue
Carlini Entertainment
• Joe Carlini, Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Jodi Ritacca, Producer, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Xenophobia
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Producer/Director
• Kristofor Gieske, Editor
• Dan Huiting, Director Of Photography
• Jacob Pavek, Music
• Joah Colby, Gaffer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Shaping Your Future - Tylan
Twin Cities PBS
• Stephanie Halleen, Producer
• Skip Davis, Editor
• McGraw Jones, Director Of Photography
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Kathleen O'Donnell, Director, Family Education
• Melissa Block, Line Producer
• David Wermus, Vice President, Production
• Lucy Swift, Executive In Charge
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Dr. Brenda Cassellius, Producing Partner
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Story of How Burnsville Became a City...
Burnsville Community Television
• Marty Doll, Writer/Executive Producer
• Ryan Blegen, Editor
• Tina Wilson, Assisting Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Public Art Profiles
Edina Community Channel 16
• Nathalie Gage, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
CATEGORY #30A
LIFESTYLE - FEATURE/SEGMENT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
St. Croix Sturgeon
Ron Schara Productions
• Michael Uss, Photojournalist/Editor
• Travis Frank, Writer/Producer/Host
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pursuing Passion With A Blade
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer/Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Graphics
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tiny Houses: Live Small to Live Large
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
60 Years of Mushrooms
Ron Schara Productions
• Michael Uss, Photojournalist/Editor
• Travis Frank, Writer/Producer/Host
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Glider Regatta
KSMQ
• Matthew Bluhm, Producer
• Edward Nelson, Videographer/Writer/Editor
• Kevin Hanson, Videographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Blind woodworker sees with his hands
StarTribune
• McKenna Ewen, Visual Journalist/Producer
• Jenni Pinkley, Senior Video Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Homemade Trail Cams
Ron Schara Productions
• Kyle Heidenreich, Editor
• Travis Frank, Writer/Producer
CATEGORY #30B
LIFESTYLE - PROGRAM/SPECIAL/SERIES
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound: The Spin Doctor
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer/Editor
• Ron Schara, Writer/On-Screen And Voice Talent
• Michael Uss, Producer
• Kelly Jo McDonnell, Production Manager
• Aaron Achtenberg, On-Line Editor
• Don Stremski, Closed Captioning
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Farm Fresh Road Trip
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Producer/Host
• Skip Davis, Editor
• Scott Trotman, Director Of Photography
• Michael Phillips, Photographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Lucy Swift, Vice President Minnesota Productions & Partnerships
• Terry O'Reilly, Senior Vice President & Chief Content Officer
• Doug Peterson, Producing Partner
• Bruce Miller, Producing Partner
• Katie Cannon, Still Photography
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Ingredient
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Cameron McCoy, Producer/Director
• Charity Nebbe, Host
• Theresa Knight, Producer/Director
• Laurel Bower Burgmaier, Producer/Director
• Julie Knutson, Editor & Production Assistant
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• Darrin Clouse, Videographer
• Scott Faine, Camera
• Chad Aubrey, Audio
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
5,000 Moving Parts
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer/Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Assistant Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hitting the Water: A Boundary Waters Experience
KQDS
• Adam Jagunich, Photojournalist
• Katie Lange, Reporter
CATEGORY #31A
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSA) - SINGLE SPOT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Legacy-Funded Work of the Minnesota Public Television Association
Twin Cities PBS
• Marissa Blahnik, Producer
• Robert Hutchings, Online Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Post Production Audio
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sign Up for Organics Recycling
City of Minneapolis
• Bridgette Bornstein, Producer/Talent
• Kim Brown, Executive Producer/Editor
• Casper Hill, Producer
• CJohn Harrison, Producer
• Elizabeth Haugen, Producer
• Dave Herberholz, Producer
• Angela Brenny, Producer
• Kellie Kish, Producer
• Cheryl Boe, Graphic Designer
• Matthew Laible, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Go Red for Women
KXLT-TV
• Ben Wehlage, Producer/Videographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drowning is Silent
KMSP
• Scott Brady, Senior Producer
• David Pint, Producer / Editor
• John Michael, News Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Spirit of Aviation
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director/DP
• Mike Caudle, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MHA: Drug and Alcohol
Results Unlimited
• Christopher Parelli, Director/Editor
• John Gorman, Writer
• Christopher Kumpf, Gaffer / Grip
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Together We Grow
KXMC
• Kristin Vendsel, Writer/Producer
• Brent Braniff, Director/Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Night Out On Crime
WEAU
• Keith Grohn, Producer
• Andrew Felix, Supervisor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ABC9's Rockin ALS Awareness
KCAU
• Brian Plantenberg, Producer/Graphics/Editor
CATEGORY #31B
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS) - CAMPAIGN
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Food Fight
KARE
• Erik Candiani, Executive Producer
• Todd Randall, Producer / Motion Graphics
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Veterans Voices spots
Twin Cities PBS
• Luke Heikkila, Producer
• Nathan Roepelle, Video Editor
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Terry Gray, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Johnny Hagen, Field Audio
• Kate Gibson, Director Of Production
• Shari Lamke, Supervising Producer
• Lucy Swift, Executive Vice President
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Make Good Happen
WCCO
• Casey Kespohl, Creative Director
• Scott Wooldridge, Director/Executive Producer
• Errol Allmacher, Cinematographer/Editor
• Travis Kobs, Editor/Graphic Animation
• Max Huber, Producer
• Will Meiss, Producer
• Tom Aviles, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox Sports After School All-Stars
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
CATEGORY #32A
PROMOTION: NEWS - SINGLE SPOT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Shared Heart - Social
KARE
• Erik Candiani, Writer
• Todd Randall, Editor
• Jonathan Malat, Cinematographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ABC9 News Movie Trailer Promo
KCAU
• Brian Plantenberg, Producer/Videographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stolen Valor
KSTP
• Taylor Stein, Producer
• Shawn Braith, Promotions Manager
• Paul Gaulke, Creative Services Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WAKE UP with FOX 9
KMSP
• Scott Brady, Senior Producer
• Tory Hooton, Producer/Videographer/ Editor
• Randy Hart, Music Composer/Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Drowning is Silent
KMSP
• Scott Brady, Senior Producer
• David Pint, Producer / Editor
• John Michael, News Producer
CATEGORY #32B
PROMOTION: NEWS - IMAGE
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota's Own Postcard Campaign
KARE
• Erik Candiani, Executive Producer
• Todd Randall, Cinematographer / Motion Graphics
• Lee Stridsberg, Cinematographer / Director / Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
We Are Iowa Image Campaign WOI Local 5 News
WOI
• April Samp, Producer
• Jacob Moyer, Director/DP
• Mike Caudle, Associate Producer
• Jon Van Allen, Lighting
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota's Own People Campaign
KARE
• Erik Candiani, Executive Producer
• Todd Randall, Editor / Cinematographer / Motion Graphics
• Lee Stridsberg, Director / Cinematographer / Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The News Before Christmas
KCRG
• Kurt Sempf, Producer/ Editor
• Michele Maakestad, Graphic Artist
• Barb Jacobs, Artist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO: Content is King
WCCO
• Casey Kespohl, Creative Director
• Jodi Oelfke, Producer/Editor
• Scott Wooldridge, Director/Executive Producer
• Errol Allmacher, Cinematographer
CATEGORY #32C
PROMOTION: PROGRAM - SINGLE SPOT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fox Sports Hockey Day Minnesota
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Jason Scott, Executive Producer
• Nick Kesler, Photographer
• Nick Frantzen, Associate Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Big Shows
WFTC
• David Pint, Producer
• Scott Brady, Creative Manager
• Brian Wienholz, Design Director
• Jim Peters, Graphic Artist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Xavier Rhodes Pro Bowl Promo
Vikings Entertainment Network/Triglass Productions
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Thielen, Producer
• Spencer Olson, Producer
• Jonn Robinet, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Senior Producer
• Mike Huiras, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SDPB's Landscapes of South Dakota
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Fritz Miller, SDPB Director Of Marketing
• Dave Foote, Producer
• Brian Gevik, Voice Talent
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SDPB Inspiring Dreams
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Dave Foote, Producer
• Fritz Miller, SDPB Director Of Marketing
• Brian Gevik, Voice Talent
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Gophers Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Editor
• Marcus Taplin, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Gophers Men's Basketball Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Editor
• Marcus Taplin, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Super Bowl
KARE
• Erik Candiani, Writer/Editor
• Todd Randall, Producer / Director Of Photography
• Lee Stridsberg, Producer
• Karl Demer, Audio Engineer
• Todd Randall, Producer / Director Of Photography
CATEGORY #33A
COMMERCIAL - SINGLE SPOT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Augustana Rattle & Hum Promo
Mud Mile Communications
• Jolene Loetscher, Executive Producer
• Nate Burdine, Producer
• Jim Mathis, Creative Director
• Mike Hay, Art Director
• Michael McQuade, Producer
• Emily Sievers, Marketing Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Busted
Periscope
• Charlie Callahan, VP/Executive Creative Director
• Jake Lancaster, Senior CopyWriter
• Jesse Bodell, Senior Design Lead
• Dave Markley, Photographer
• Brien Spanier, VP Creative Director
• Erik Ramstad, Director
• Ian Corbin, Editor
• Tom Lecher, Sound
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Camp Lebanon: The Funnest Fun
Matthew Abeler
• Matthew Abeler, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Vikings: Back Outdoors
Vikings Entertainment Network/Elite Edge Productions
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Videographer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Dannon Hulskotter, Producer
• Erin Swartz, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Kernels Little Caesars College Night
Fusionfarm
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director
CATEGORY #33B
COMMERCIAL - CAMPAIGN
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mercy Medical Center LiveUp Campaign
DBA Worldwide
• Laura Vanden Bosch, Co-Producer
• Cerene Kole, Co-Producer
• Christian Stoehr, Director
• Nicholi Brossia, Editor
• Dave Galens, Art Director
• John Lewis, Writer
• Don Borza, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fur Bomber, Hunter Jersey, and Ceramic Stein
Periscope
• Charlie Callahan, VP/Executive Creative Director
• Brien Spanier, VP/Creative Director
• Erik Ramstad, Director
• Dave Markley, Director Of Photography
• Ian Corbin, Editor
• Jill Henderson, Producer
• Kyle Johnson-MacPherson, Director Of Photography
• Jesse Bodell, Senior Lead Designer
• Jake Lancaster, Senior CopyWriter
• John Berends, Associate Creative Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Support Local
515 Productions
• Ian Planchon, Director Of Photography/Creative Director
• Robb Moore, Gaffer
• Tyler Dreher, Cinematographer
• Quincy Milloy, Assistant Camera Op
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Run2Gun Season 2 Countdown Campaign
Mud Mile Communications
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer
• Jolene Loetscher, Executive Producer
• Michael McQuade, Producer
• Jordan Miller, Talent
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Agent AAA Campaign
KSTP
• Brian Stemmler, Director
• Nick Tieri, Cinematographer
• Henry Schneider, Gaffer
• Derek Hageness, Motion Graphics
CATEGORY #34
OVERALL EXCELLENCE
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 SO MUCH MORE
KMSP
• Sheila Oliver, V.P. & General Manager
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO Overall Excellence
WCCO
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KDLT-TV Overall Excellence
KDLT-TV
• Katie Haffeman, Entrant
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Overall Excellence
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
CATEGORY #35
NEWS EXCELLENCE
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fox 9 News Excellence
KMSP
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Lori Fisher, Senior Executive Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI News Excellence
KCCI
• Dave Busiek, News Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WDAY News Excellence
WDAY
• Jeff Nelson, News Director
• Michael Erickson, Chief Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 News Excellence
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
CATEGORY #36
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Special Olympics Minnesota - Polar Plunge 2015
KMSP
• Ian Leonard, Chief Meterologist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The KARE 11 Food Fight
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Operation: Keep KELOLAND Warm
KELO
• Jay Huizenga, General Manager
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
CATEGORY #37
MUSICAL COMPOSITION/ARRANGEMENT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WAKE UP with FOX 9
KMSP
• Scott Brady, Executive Producer/Writer
• Randy Hart, Composer / Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota's Own Backyard - Kare11
Atomic K Records & Productions
• Karl Demer, Musical Arrangement
• Tim Mahoney, Song Composer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Legendary
KFYR
• Clifford Naylor, Composer
• Mary Cate Mannion, Singer
• Megan Mitchell, Back-Up Vocals
CATEGORY #38A
DIRECTOR - NEWSCAST, LIVE OR RECORDED LIVE
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Traditionally Directed Noon Newscast - A Block
WCCO
• Adam Chernow, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI 8 News at Six
KCCI
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
CATEGORY #38B
DIRECTOR - SPORTS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Twins Baseball 2015
Bally Sports North
• Matt Gangl, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dave Dittman Composite Reel
Bally Sports North
• Dave Dittman, Director
CATEGORY #38C
DIRECTOR - POST-PRODUCTION, SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
David Pint Composite
KMSP
• David Pint, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Assault Mine
Vayne Productions
• Jason Van Zetten, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Run2Gun Season 2 Open
Mud Mile Communications
• Nate Burdine, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
45TV Institute of Laughter
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
So Much More
KMSP
• Burke Daneman, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mercy Medical Center LiveUp Campaign
DBA Worldwide
• Christian Stoehr, Director
• Laura Vanden Bosch, Director Of PR And Marketing
CATEGORY #38D
DIRECTOR - ACP OPERATOR
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 News Saturday 5.16.15
KARE
• Lynn Petersen, Director
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alex Cooper Composite
KMSP
• Alex Cooper, Director
CATEGORY #39A
EDITOR - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Mazatlan Adventure
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Maria Bartholdi Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Maria Bartholdi, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adam Geiger Editor Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Adam Geiger, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Original Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nathan Reopelle Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
CATEGORY #39B
EDITOR - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Auggie Awards Spring Sports
Wass Productions
• Shane Wasserman, Editor
• Dustin Wasserman, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Destination Polaris 2015 Show Open
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
David Pint Composite
KMSP
• David Pint, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Public Art Profiles
Edina Community Channel 16
• Nathalie Gage, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Original Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Musketeers Hit the Ice Open
KCAU
• Brian Plantenberg, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Auggie Awards Sections
Wass Productions
• Shane Wasserman, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Assault Mine
Vayne Productions
• Jason Van Zetten, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
So Much More
KMSP
• Burke Daneman, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mercy Medical Center LiveUp Campaign
DBA Worldwide
• Nicholi Brossia, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Gophers Hockey Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Editor
• Marcus Taplin, Photographer
CATEGORY #39C
EDITOR - NEWS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jonathan Malat Compilation
KARE
• Jonathan Malat, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Livingston Composite
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Collett's Quality Cuts
KARE
• Rob Collett, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bradley Swagger Composite
KMSP
• Bradley Swagger, Editor
CATEGORY #39D
EDITOR - SPORTS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bill Middeke Composite
KARE
• William Middeke, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
This is Cyclocross
Midco Sports Network
• Josh Munce, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kunkel Editing Composite
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Twins Home Opener Tease
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fox Sports Major League Baseball Twins Promo
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Editor
CATEGORY #40A
GRAPHIC ARTS - GRAPHICS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fox Major League Baseball Minnesota Twins Promo
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Editor
• Jason Scott, Executive Producer
• Nick Kesler, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Assault Mine
Vayne Productions
• Jason Van Zetten, Graphic Artist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
IPTV Show Opens Composite
Iowa PBS
• Brent Willett, Graphics
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings GamePlan Show Open
Vikings Entertainment Network/Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Graphic Artist
• Ryan Noreen, Graphic Artist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
David Pint Composite
KMSP
• David Pint, Graphic Artist
CATEGORY #40B
GRAPHIC ARTS - ANIMATION
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eastern Iowa Airport - West Coast
KCRG
• Joseph Griffen, Artist/Animator
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Gophers Football With Jerry Kill
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Exeuctive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Creative Director
• Nick Frantzen, Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
THE BIG SHOWS on MY 29
KMSP
• David Pint, Design Producer
• Brian Wienholz, Senior Designer
• Scott Brady, Executive Designer
• Jim Peters, Executive Animator
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Michael McQuade Composite
Mud Mile Communications
• Michael McQuade, Motion Graphics Artist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Connected Show Open
Vikings Entertainment Network/Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer/Editor
• Ryan Noreen, Producer / Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
William Madej Holiday Composite
WCCO
• William Madej, Animator
CATEGORY #41A
WRITER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Trafficked
WDAY
• Kevin Wallevand, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tears to Water
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Writer
• Mike Thompson, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lost Twin Cities 4
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Writer
CATEGORY #41B
WRITER - NEWS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Andy Fales Covers Iowa
WHO
• Andy Fales, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Storytelling 2015: Blues and Breakthroughs
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A.J. Lagoe Composite
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Carly Valentine
12 News/Northwest Community Television
• Shannon Slatton Schwartz, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Hanson Composite
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Writer
CATEGORY #41C
WRITER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Birds & The Bees
Twin Cities PBS
• Robert Edwards V, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Assault Mine
Vayne Productions
• Jason Van Zetten, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Frankenstein Tease
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Writer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mercy Medical Center LiveUp Campaign
DBA Worldwide
• John Lewis, Writer
CATEGORY #42A
ON-CAMERA TALENT - ANCHOR - NEWS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason DeRusha Composite
WCCO
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jamie Yuccas
WCCO
• Jamie Yuccas, Anchor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dan Winters Composite
WHO
• Dan Winters, Anchor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Anchor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tom Lyden Composite
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Anchor
CATEGORY #42B
ON-CAMERA TALENT - ANCHOR - WEATHER/SPORTS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Joe Schmit Sports Composite
KSTP
• Joe Schmit, Ancho/Producer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Hanneman Sports Composite
Bally Sports North
• Tom Hanneman, Anchor/Host
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chad Sandwell Weather Composite
KPTH
• Chad Sandwell, Chief Meteorologist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Keith Murphy Sports Composite
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Sports Anchor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ron Demers Weather Composite
KTIV
• Ron Demers, Chief Meterologist
CATEGORY #42C
ON-CAMERA TALENT - COMMENTATOR/EDITORIALIST/PERFORMER/NARRATOR
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rick Riley - Narrator, Vikings; Beyond The Gridiron
Vikings Entertainment Network/Elite Edge Productions
• Rick Riley, Narrator
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Illustrated Essays by David Gillette
Twin Cities PBS
• David Gillette, Illustrator/Narrator
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dr. Chuck Ells
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, Performer
CATEGORY #42D
ON-CAMERA TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Charity Nebbe/Host of Iowa Ingredient
Iowa PBS
• Charity Nebbe, Host
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mike Thompson Composite
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Executive Producer
• Mike Thompson, Host
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pete Rhodes Host of Urban Perspectives
BMA Networks
• Pete Rhodes, Host
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making it with Stephany Composite
makingitwithstephany.com
• Stephany Wieland, Host
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paul Allen - Host, Vikings GamePlan
Minnesota Vikings Football LLC / Vikings Entertainment Network
• Paul Allen, Host
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mary Lahammer Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Moderator
CATEGORY #42E
ON-CAMERA TALENT - REPORTER - GENERAL ASSIGNMENT
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
John Croman Composite
KARE
• John Croman, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Honoring Memory and Milestones
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Olstad
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Break It, Own It
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A.J. Lagoe Composite
KARE
• A.J. Lagoe, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Boyd Huppert Composite
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Mayerle Composite
WCCO
• Jennifer Mayerle, Reporter
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kiersten Cooley Composite
WDAY
• Kiersten Cooley, Reporter
CATEGORY #42F
SPORTS: ANALYST
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Wes Walz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Wes Walz, Analyst
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jim Petersen, Timberwolves Analyst
Bally Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
CATEGORY #42G
SPORTS: PLAY-BY-PLAY
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dan Hammer
Midco Sports Network
• Dan Hammer, Play-by-Play
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony LaPanta Minnesota Wild Composite
Bally Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dave Benz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Dave Benz, Sports Play-by-Play
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
BJ Schaben
Iowa PBS
• BJ Schaben, Play-By-Play
CATEGORY #43A
PHOTOGRAPHER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
GameON! Composite
2SEVEN Productions, LLC
• Arthur Kuh, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MN Original and The Lowertown Line
Twin Cities PBS
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Mazatlan Adventure
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer
CATEGORY #43B
PHOTOGRAPHER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Marcus Taplin Composite
Marcus Taplin Productions
• Marcus Taplin, Director Of Photography
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Auggie Awards Open and Spring Sports
Wass Productions
• Shane Wasserman, Photographer
• Dustin Wasserman, Photographer
• Devon Prideaux, Photographer
• Charlie Cushing, Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Aric Bram, Photographer
• Dan Wasserman, Photographer
• Brian Wasserman, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
David Pint Composite
KMSP
• David Pint, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nate Burdine Composite
Mud Mile Communications
• Nate Burdine, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Luminary Commercial Reel
Luminary Creative
• Jacob Moyer, Director Of Photography
CATEGORY #43C
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS/SPORTS
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jonathan Malat Composite
KARE
• Jonathan Malat, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bill Middeke News Composite
KARE
• William Middeke, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Marcus Taplin Composite
Marcus Taplin Productions
• Marcus Taplin, Director Of Photography
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brian Dozier at Spring Training
Minnesota Twins
• Peter Nelson, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rob Collett Composite
KARE
• Rob Collett, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #43D
VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Steve Betchkal Composite
WQOW-TV
• Steve Betchkal, Photographer
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Whittling Away
Argus Leader Media
• Brad Dumke, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Extraordinary human beings in slow motion
St. Paul Pioneer Press
• Ben Garvin, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Announcement
KARE
• Rob Collett, Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A walk around the world and then some
KSTP
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Photojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Home Opener 2015
Minnesota Twins
• Peter Nelson, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #44
VIDEO JOURNALIST
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Steve Betchkal Composite
WQOW-TV
• Steve Betchkal, Photographer/Writer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Miracle League
NDC4
• Katherine Curtis, Producer/Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Delane Cleveland Compilation
Northwest Community Television Channel 12
• Delane Cleveland, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Love for the Ages
WOI
• April Samp, News Director
• Elias Johnson, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Heidi Wigdahl Composite
KARE
• Heidi Wigdahl, Multimedia Journalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sting Player Development Academy
NDC4
• Carmen Hauck, Videojournalist
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fuel Frenzy
KWWL
• Michael Crowe, Reporter/Photographer/Editor
2015 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dylan Wohlenhaus Composite
KARE
• Dylan Wohlenhaus, Multimedia Journalist
CATEGORY #01A
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME - MARKETS 1-20
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WCCO 4 News This Morning
WCCO
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Bess Ellenson, Executive Producer
• Nikki Muehlhausen, Producer
• Mike Verlo, Producer
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Jamie Yuccas, Anchor
• Michael Augustyniak, Meteorologist
• Matt Brickman, Meteorologist
• Natalie Nyhus, Traffic Reporter
• Rachel Slavik, Reporter
• Wade Mesenbring, Director
• Adam Chernow, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Sunrise
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• Jennifer Griffin, Producer
• Curtis Kieser, Director
• Jeremiah Jacobsen, Reporter
• Melissa Colorado, Reporter
• Kim Insley, Anchor
• Tim McNiff, Anchor
• Sven Sundgaard, Meteorologist
• Brian Pyatt, Traffic
• Julie Anderson, Executive Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 Morning News - 7 a.m. Hour
KMSP
• Jeffrey Orcutt, Executive Producer
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
• Carl Jaeger, Producer
• Alix Kendall, Anchor
• Tom Butler, Anchor
• Keith Marler, Meteorologist
• Kelsey Soby, Traffic Reporter
• Dawn Stevens, Anchor/Reporter
• M.A. Rosko, Reporter
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Greg C. Kellogg, Photographer
CATEGORY #01B
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME - MARKETS 21-140
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WEAU 13 News Sunrise
WEAU
• Andrew Fefer, Assistant News Director
• Meghan Kulig, Anchor
• Courtney Everett, Anchor
• Monica Ott, Meteorologist
• Kevin Hurd, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG-TV9 Morning News 4.1.14
KCRG
• Rachel Begle, Producer
• Nicole Agee, Anchor
• Heather Hubbs, Reporter
• Max Walker, Producer
• Toby Meyer, Director
• Kaj O'Mara, Meteorologist
• Zach Owens, Director
• Adam Carros, News Director
• Ashley Hinson, Anchor
• Marlon Hall, Photographer
• Matt Jones, Editor
• Brandon Iben, Assistant Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sunrise at Seven
KQDS
• Dana Thayer, Anchor/Co-Producer
• Jacob Rowe, Director
• Kay White, Reporter
• Anne Christanson, Co-Producer/prompter
• Harry Baker, Photographer
• John Zeigler, Meteorologist
• Andrew Vieau, Production Assistant
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Good Morning Northland
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Ben Dery, Meteorologist
• Brittany Falkers, Anchor
• Laurie Stribling, Anchor
• Carl Sauer, Photographer
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
• Desten Johnson, Photographer/Editor
• Logan Gruber, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KBJR 6 News Today
KBJR
• Barbara Reyelts, News Director
• Dustin DeSanto, News Operations Manager
CATEGORY #01C
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME - MARKETS 141+
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KIMT News 3 MidDay Northwood Evacuation
KIMT
• Tyler Mickelson, Anchor/Producer
• Amy Fleming, Reporter
• Tyler Roney, Meteorologist
• Levi Ismail, Reporter
• DeeBee Stiepan, Reporter
• Annie Szatkowski, Reporter
• Nicholas Magnani, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter Today at 5:30 a.m., February 21, 2014
KTTC
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Jonelle Harren, Producer
• Daniel Wolfe, Anchor/Producer
• Jess Abrahamson, Anchor/Producer
• Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
• Kimberly Davis, Multimedia Journalist
• Chuck Sibley, Chief Photographer
• Jason Holland, Director
• Andrew "Ace" Browning, Audio
• Paul Robertson, Engineering
CATEGORY #02A
NEWSCAST - EVENING - MARKETS 1-20
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 4 News at 10pm
WCCO
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Matt Liddy, Executive Producer
• Scott Howard, Senior Producer
• Kristin Morris, Producer
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Chris Shaffer, Anchor
• Mark Rosen, Anchor
• John Lauritsen, Reporter
• Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield, Reporter
• Heather Brown, Reporter
• Liz Collin, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 News @ 5pm
KMSP
• Lori Fisher, Executive Producer
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
• Carrie Sherno, Producer
• Ted Johnsen, Producer
• ROB KING, Editor
• Kelcey Carlson, Anchor
• Jeff Passolt, Anchor
• Randy Meier, Anchor
• Ian Leonard, Anchor
• Steve Stark, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
FOX 9 News @ 9 2.26.2014
KMSP
• Seth Kaplan, Executive Producer
• Ryan Rablin, Producer
• Jeff Passolt, Anchor
• Kelcey Carlson, Anchor
• Ian Leonard, Meteorologist
• Tom Cousins, Director
• ROB KING, Sr. Editor
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
• Carol Rueppel, General Manager
• KEITH BROWN, Operations Manager
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 News at 10pm
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• Amber Lee, Producer
• Ian Philbrick, Executive Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Randy Shaver, Anchor
• Blake McCoy, Reporter
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Eric Perkins, Sports Anchor
• Belinda Jensen, Meteorologist
• John Drilling, Editor
• Megan Schuft, Director
• Boua Xiong, Reporter
CATEGORY #02B
NEWSCAST - EVENING - MARKETS 21-140
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eyewitness News at Six
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Zach Hammer, Producer
• Darren Danielson, Anchor
• Justin Liles, Meteorologist
• Dan Williamson, Sports Anchor
• Laurie Stribling, Reporter
• Renee Passal, Reporter
• Travis Dill, Reporter
• Maarja Anderson, Reporter
• John Whaley, Chief Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Channel 13 News at 10
WHO
• Dan Hendrickson, Producer
• Dan Winters, ANCHOR
• Erin Kiernan, ANCHOR
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
• Andy Fales, ANCHOR
• Eli Gardiner, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KELOLAND News at 6pm 4.24.14
KELO
• Andrew Graning, Producer
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor
• Sammi Bjelland, Anchor/Reporter
• Ben Dunsmoor, Reporter
• Hailey Higgins, Reporter
• Perry Groten, Reporter
• Casey Wonnenberg, Reporter
• Travis Fossing, Sports
• Jay Trobec, Chief Meteorologist
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Kevin Kjergaard, Chief Photographer
• Michael Simundson, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Channel 13 News at 5
WHO
• Kelly Kasparie, Producer
• Paul Lepert, Executive Producer
• Rod Peterson, News Director
• Dave Price, Reporter
• Sonya Heitshusen, Anchor
• Erin Kiernan, Anchor
• Jannay Towne, Reporter
• Erik Wheater, Reporter
CATEGORY #02C
NEWSCAST - EVENING - MARKETS 141+
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Snowstorm Aftermath - Feburary 21st, 2014 (5pm)
KAAL
• David Springer, News Director
• Betsy Singer, Anchor
• Ken Quattran, Producer
• Peter Leuthardt, Technical Director
• Chris Kuball, Meteorologist
• John Doetkott, Reporter
• Stephanie Crock, Reporter
• James Wilcox, Anchor/Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Argosy Casino vs. The Hard Rock
KTIV
• Bridget Breen, News Director/Station Manager
• Matt Breen, Anchor/Producer
• Sheila Brummer, Anchor
• Paul Lockwood, Producer
• Kayah Gausman, Reporter
• Rebecca Varilek, Chief Photographer/Live Truck Operator
• Stephanie Ross, Reporter
• Kim Wilson, Desk Assistant/Producer
• Ron Demers, Chief Meteorologist
• Brad Pautsch@ktiv.com, Sports Director
• MaryAnn Farley, Director
• Vince Welch, Engineer/Live Truck Operator
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rochesterfest Live Newscast - June 25, 2013
KAAL
• David Springer, News Director
• James Wilcox, Anchor
• Betsy Singer, Anchor
• Daren Sukhram, Producer
• Brad Voigt, Live Location Technical Director
• Laura Lee, Anchor
• Peter Leuthardt, Technical Director
• Justin Thompson-Gee, Meteorologist
• Brianna Long, Reporter
• Chad Corey, Photographer
• Hiyas Quelle, Live Location Floor Manager
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter at 6 p.m., February 20, 2014
KTTC
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Stephen Rydberg, Producer
• Tom Overlie, Anchor/Producer
• Robin Wolfram, Anchor/Producer
• Randy Brock, Chief Meteorologist
• Mike Sullivan, Sports
• Jonathan Kegges, Meteorologist/Reporter
• Chuck Sibley, Chief Photographer
• Ali Killam, Multimedia Journalist
• Dymanh Chhoun, Photographer
• Nicole Goodrich, Multimedia Journalist
• Devin Bartolotta, Multimedia Journalist
CATEGORY #03A
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND MARKETS 1-20
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Weekend Newscast KARE 11 News at 10pm
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• Rebecca Rohde-Eckblad, Executive Producer
• Greg Beeson, Director
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor
• Blake McCoy, Anchor
• Karla Hult, Reporter
• John Divall, Remote Photog
• John Drilling, Videographer
• Bill Middeke, Videographer
• Renee Tessman, Reporter
• Steve Ericson, Assignment Desk
• Bill Strande, Social Media, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 4 News Sunday 10pm
WCCO
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
• Mike Binkley, Anchor
• Angela Davis, Anchor
• Lauren Casey, Meteorologist
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
• Kate Raddatz, Reporter
• Mark Rosen, Anchor
• Holly Wagner, Reporter
• Dave Hillestad, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
FOX 9 News @ 9 2.8.2014
KMSP
• Bill Snodgrass, Producer
• TIM BLOTZ, Anchor
• Karen Scullin, Anchor
• Jonathan Choe, Reporter
• IRIS PEREZ, Reporter
• Ted Haller, Reporter
• Steve Frazier, Meteorologist
• Dawn Mitchell, Sports Anchor
• Seth Kaplan, Executive Producer
• Marian Kessler, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Assistant News Director
CATEGORY #03B
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND MARKETS 21-140
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Channel 13 News at 10
WHO
• Nick Robertson, Producer
• Dave Price, Anchor
• Jannay Towne, Reporter
• Eli Gardiner, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG-TV9 News @ 10 04/13
KCRG
• Adam Carros, News Director
• Chris Earl, Anchor
• Katie Stinson, Producer
• Charlene Becka, Meteorologist
• Terri Jo Walter, Director
• Jill Kasparie, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eyewitness News at Ten Saturday
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Emily Haavik, Producer
• Laurie Stribling, Reporter
• Travis Dill, Reporter
• Alan Hoglund, Anchor
• Laura Kennedy, Sports Anchor/Reporter
• Dan Romano, Weathercaster
• Paul Walsh, Photographer
• Kyle Aune, Photographer
• Nate Kruse, Photographer
• Jamie Merideth, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI Weekend Newscast-Oskaloosa Tornado
KCCI
• Todd Magel, Main Anchor
• Michelle Schuelke, Producer
• Laura Nichols, Main Anchor
• Donna Smith, Photographer
• Erin Hassanzadeh, Reporter
• Alex Kuberski, Photographer
• Meredith Garman, Director
CATEGORY #03C
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND - MARKETS 141+
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Honoring the Life & Legacy of Col "Bud" Day
KTIV
• Bridget Breen, News Director/Station Manager
• Kristen Johnson, Anchor/Producer
• Christy Batien, Content Manager
• Tia Heidebrecht, Internet Director
• Ben Dorenbach, Meteorologist
• Nick Filipowski, Sports Anchor
• Darren Johnson, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tornado Aftermath
KCAU
• Jack Brooks, News Director/Producer
• Tim Seaman, Anchor
• Fred Hexom, Chief Meteorologist
• Staci DaSilva, MMJ
• Jessica Rae, MMJ
• Allison Warren, MMJ
• Claire DeRoin, MMJ
• Chris Palmquist, Sports Anchor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter at 10 p.m., January 26, 2014
KTTC
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Devin Bartolotta, Anchor/Producer
• Ali Killam, Multimedia Journalist
• Stephen Rydberg, Photojournalist
• Mary McGuire, Multimedia Journalist
• Jonathan Kegges, Meteorologist
• Eric Lear, Sports
• Brandon DeRoo, Director
• Matt Sparks, Audio
CATEGORY #04A
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Archdiocese Releases Priest Abuse List
KARE
• Blake McCoy, Reporter
• Jeff Wiltgen, Videographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heroin in Hudson
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• Bill Middeke, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Graduation Surprise
WDAZ
• Victor Correa, Reporter
• Michael Yoshida, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Poisoned Dogs in Prairieburg
KCRG
• Forrest Saunders, Reporter
• Adam Sotelo, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dani's Christmas Miracle
WQOW-TV
• Emily Valerio, Reporter
CATEGORY #04B
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - NO TIME LIMIT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rojo Restaurant: A Second Chance
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bring Maria Home
KMSP
• Trish Van Pilsum, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photojournalist/Editor
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist
• Doug Solomon, Photojournalist
• John Michael, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Trailer Tragedy
KELO
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
• Matt Holsen, Reporter
• Kevin Kjergaard, Chief Photographer
• Beth Jensen, News Directo0r
• Dexter Gronseth, Assignment Desk
• Karen Sherman, Senior Web Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Petters & The Chambers Hotel
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brian Wiedeke, Photographer/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Pregnant in Prison
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Streetcars: Smart Transportation Trend or Trolley Folly?
KSTP
• Ellen McNamara, Reporter/Producer
• Kevin Bubach, Photographer, Editor
CATEGORY #05
BREAKING NEWS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Southside Shooter
WHO
• Andy Fales, Reporter
• Eli Gardiner, Photojournalist
• Eric Gooden, Photojournalist
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
House Explosion
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Rob Collett, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Merrill Middle School Manhunt
WHO
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
• Erin Kiernan, Anchor
• Dan Winters, Anchor
• Paul Lepert, Executive Producer
• Dan Hendrickson, Producer
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Dave Price, Reporter
• Mike Borland, Photojournalist
• Sam Musser, Photojournalist
• Dave Olson, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
New Year's Day Fire
WCCO
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Dave Wertheimer, Photographer
• Nina Moini, Reporter
• Dave Charest, Photographer
• Kate Raddatz, Reporter
• Dave Bissonnette, Photographer
• Jamie Yuccas, Anchor
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
• John Lauritsen, Reporter
• Brad Earley, Photographer
• Joe Berglove, Photographer
CATEGORY #06
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Secret Settlements
WHO
• Dave Price, Reporter
• Dave Olson, Photojournalist
• Eli Gardiner, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
New Information In The 25 Year Old Abduction Of Jacob Wetterling
WCCO
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
• Sean Skinner, Photoournalist, Editor
• Garett Young, Photojournalist
• Tony Peterson, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ripples of Reality
KGAN/KFXA
• Sadie Hughes, Reporter
• Sean Walshire, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kate's Kourage, Season of Hope: A Wish for Kate
WCCO
• Melissa Martz, Photographer/Editor
• John Lauritsen, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Priest Abuse
KARE
• Julie Nelson, Reporter/Anchor
• Steve Eckert, Producer
• Deb Lyngdal, Videographer, Editor
• Jeff Wiltgen, Videographer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
• Ron Stover, Videographer
• Brian Augustin, Videographer
CATEGORY #07
NEWS SPECIAL
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Project Mercy
WXOW
• Amy DuPont, Reporter/Editor/Producer
• Mark Bronson, Photographer/Editor
• Steve Bland, Director
• Nick Bjerke, Production Assistant
• Todd Rastall, Production Assistant
• Sean Dwyer, News Director
CATEGORY #08
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Boy Who Became a Killer
KMSP-TV
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
• Doug Solomon, Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Maidens of River Road
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brian Wiedeke, Photographer/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minneapolis 911 Investigation
WCCO
• Liz Collin, Reporter
• Tom Aviles, Photojournalist
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Angela Benson, Assistant News Director
• Matt Liddy, Executive Producer
• Scott Howard, Senior Producer
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
CATEGORY #09A
FEATURE NEWS REPORT - LIGHT SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Trash Picker
KCCI
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sweet Memories
WCCO
• Liz Collin, Reporter
• David Porter, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lute-Lovers
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
That's What Makes It Special
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Dan Winters, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Monster Spray
KFYR-TV
• Cliff Naylor, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drinks on Ice
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
CATEGORY #09B
FEATURE NEWS REPORT - SERIOUS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
It Doesn't Stop Here
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
• Eli Gardiner, Photojournalist
• Roger Riley, Photojournalist
• Matt Van Winkle, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
165 Feet
KMSP
• Trish Van Pilsum, Reporter
• Spencer Driskill, Photojournalist
• Bradley Swagger, Photojournalist/Editor
• Doug Solomon, Photojournalist
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Grant's Place
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Climbing Out
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
In Sickness and in Health
WKBT-TV
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter
• Kirk Arneson, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
For the Love of Laura
KCCI
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
CATEGORY #10
CRIME
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heroin at Home
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Videographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Man Who Killed Mackenzie
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brian Wiedeke, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #11A
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT: SINGLE STORY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Saving The Screens
WHO
• Andy Fales, Reporter
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Atmosphere, the Indie Hip Hop Group Featuring Rapper Sean Slug Daley
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Katherine McDonald, Senior Associate Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Mitch Griffin, Field And Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joel Zimmerman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Assistant
• Norbert Een, Senior Managing Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Musical Theater and Alternative Rock Composer Chan Poling
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• Marissa Blahnik, Managing Producer
• Katherine McDonald, Senior Associate Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Post Audio
• Kate Westlund, Production Coordinator
• Joel Zimmerman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Brian Hart
Twin Cities PBS
• Maria Bartholdi, Producer/Editor
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• David Roth, Managing Producer
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Joel Zimmerman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Norbert Een, Senior Managing Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• McGraw Jones, Videographer
• Adam Geiger, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bobby Vee: The Final Album
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
CATEGORY #11B
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT: PROGRAM
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On The Fly: Lizzo
WFTC
• Kevin Myers, Executive Producer
• Tony Fly, Host
• Kelsey Soby, Host
• Ronald Johnson, Photographer/Editor
• Nick Abdo, Talent Booker
• Scott Brady, Executive Producer
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Dan Edwards, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Lowertown Line: Chastity Brown
Twin Cities PBS
• David Roth, Director Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• Katherine McDonald, Senior Associate Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Paul Guthrie, Lighting Designer
• Thomas Franchett, Lighting Director
• Mitch Griffin, Lead Audio
• Adam Geiger, Offline Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Tom Keleher, Production Supervisor
• Joel Zimmerman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
My Way Back Home: Holly Hansen
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Producer/Director
• Dan Huiting, Director Of Photography
• Kevin Russell, Editor
• BJ Burton, Audio Mix
• Eli Ljung, Camera Operator
• Ryan Thompson, Camera Operator
• Alek Roslik, Audio
• Dajana Strong, Graphic Design
• Matt Muegge, Stage Lighting
• Jonathan Hunter, Production Assistant
• Tony Molinaro, Live Sound
• Trent Waterman, Video
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Recurrent Stages
WDSE-WRPT Public Television
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer/Camera
• Steve Ash, Director, Editor & Camera
• Nick Clingman, Camera
• Judy Morrissey, Camera
• Lance Haavisto, Camera
• Kenneth Pogin, Lighting Designer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The White Wall Sessions Episode 18
Spectrum Films, Inc
• Jeff Zueger, Creator/Executive Producer
• David Palmer, Co-Creator/Engineer/
• Doug Taylor, Executive Producer
• Chad Konrad, Audio Mixer
• Patrick Gayken, Head Recording Tech
• Steve Zastrow, Camera/Host
CATEGORY #12A
BUSINESS/CONSUMER: SINGLE STORY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Avoid Creating a Road Map to Danger
KBJR
• Kevin Jacobsen, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Gas leak detectors
KMSP-TV
• Jeff Baillon, Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
• Doug Solomon, Photographer
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
• Spencer Driskill, Chief Photographer
• James Novak, Technical Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
B&B Grocery
WOI
• Don Schmith, Photographer/Editor
• Sabrina Ahmed, Reporter/Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
500 Hours
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
American Dreamers
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Service Dog Struggles
WCCO
• Liz Collin, Reporter
• Tom Aviles, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #12B
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - PROGRAM
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dying To Share
KSTP
• Brad Sattin, Reporter
• Lee Zwiefelhofer, Videographer/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Created in the Corridor
KGAN/KFXA
• Scott Sanborn, Reporter/Producer
• Jason Meyer, Photographer/Editor
• Sean Walshire, Photographer/Editor
• Diane Sandberg, Photographer/Editor
• Scott Zimdar, Photographer/Editor
• Matt Wulfekuhle, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Life's a Beach with the MyLSB Mobile App
Fusionfarm
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director/Writer
• Seth Smith, Senior Art Director / Animator
• Jake Vardaman, Art Director / Animator
• Amanda Morgan, Writer
• Wes James, Editor
• Kurt Sempf, Director Creative Production Services
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Shady Service
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
• Lee Rouse, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #13A
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - SINGLE STORY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Brodkorb Tapes
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brian Wiedeke, Photographer/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cellphone Spying
KARE
• Blake McCoy, Reporter
• John Drilling, Videographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Choo Choo Bob Explains the Southwest Light Rail Line Conundrum
MPR News
• Molly Bloom, Producer
• Curtis Gilbert, Producer
• Sam Heyn, Producer
• Bob Medcraft, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Highway 53 Relocation
KARE
• John Croman, Reporter
• George Marincel, Photojournalist
• Deb Lyngdal, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #13B
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - PROGRAM
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dangerous Men: Who Will Decide?
KBJR
• Barbara Reyelts, Producer
• Dustin DeSanto, Photographer/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Talking Points
WCCO
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
• Kari Postotnik, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Almanac at the Capitol Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Kari Kennedy, Series Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Reporter
• David Gillette, Reporter/Essayist
• Scott Trotman, Field Director/Videographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• Ariel Tilson, Production Assistant
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Vice President, Content
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Agenda: Edina
City of Edina/Edina Community Channel 16
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Dorothea Martti, Host
• Dietrich Nissen, Reporter
• Nathalie Gage, Production Staff
• Aaron Klein, Production Staff
• Dena Pech, Production Staff
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Capitol Close-Up
NDC4
• Dennis Rafftery, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Carmen Hauck, Photographer, Editor
• Katherine Curtis, Photographer, Editor
• Mark DeJoy, Voice-over Talent
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Surviving The Storm
KGAN/KFXA
• Sadie Hughes, Reporter
• Scott Zimdar, Photographer
CATEGORY #14A
SPORTS - SINGLE STORY/SEGMENT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
So Long Dome
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Photographer
• Ron Stover, Photographer
• John Drilling, Photographer
• Rob Collett, Photographer
• Paul Rovelstad, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Taking Aim
Midco Sports Network
• Dan Hammer, Reporter/Producer
• Darren Lien, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota: Pine City
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Tale Of Two Denvers
KFXA-TV
• Sadie Hughes, Reporter
• Dallas Houtz, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Cage
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ode to the Old Man
Midco Sports Network
• Jolene Loetscher, Producer
• Josh Munce, Coordinating Producer
• Christian Begeman, Producer
• Brad Dumke, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Thee Viking World Order
WCCO
• Rachel Slavik, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pool Sharks
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter
• Kirk Arneson, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
At North High, the buzzer never sounds
The Des Moines Register
• Charlie Litchfield, Photojournalist
• Rodney White, Photographer
• Andrea Melendez, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fear on the Field
KARE
• Trisha Volpe, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fighting Spirit
Midco Sports Network
• Nate Burdine, Field Producer
• Jolene Loetscher, Producer
CATEGORY #14B
SPORTS - NEWS SERIES
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Where's The Foul Pole?
WCCO
• David McCoy, Reporter
• Tom Ryther, Photographer
• Carly Danek, Photographer
• Aaron Goodyear, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ed Thomas Coach of the Week Composite
KFXA-TV
• Landon Stolar, One Man Band Reporter
• Zachary Hanley, One Man Band Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
We All Run Together
KSTP
• Ellen McNamara, Reporter/Producer
• Joe Caffrey, Photographer, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Great Divide
KEVN
• Jamie Zepp, Reporter/Anchor
• Alan Peil, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tackle Cancer
KARE
• Randy Shaver, Producer/Reporter
• Jeff Wiltgen, Videographer
• Craig Norkus, Videographer
CATEGORY #14C
SPORTS - PROGRAM SERIES (OUTSIDE OF NEWS)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Twins Live
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Brent Rieland, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Marshall Ness, Producer
• Peter Anderson, Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
25th Anniversary of Twins Television
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Tom Hanneman, Host
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Midco Sports Magazine: Endurance and the Outdoors
Midco Sports Network
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer
• Jolene Loetscher, Correspondent
• Dan Hammer, Correspondent
• Darren Lien, Producer
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Christian Begeman, Technical Advisor
• Tom Nieman, Host
• Brad Dumke, Technical Advisor
• Nathan Aamodt, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Becoming Wild - Jason Zucker
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Manager, Broadcasting And Production
• Pat O'Connor, Producer
• Dustin Peterson, Videographer
• Peter Keffer, Editor
• Jacob Kamenick, Production Assistant
• John Maher, VP Brand Marketing
CATEGORY #14D
SPORTSCAST
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SportScene13 for November 15th
WEAU
• Bob Gallaher, Sports Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Game Night: Halloween Edition
KPTH
• Jordan Furbee, Sports Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Keith Murphy: Football Friday Sportscast
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Sports Anchor
• Andy Fales, Reporter
• Michael Admire, Reporter
• John Sears, Reporter
CATEGORY #14E
SPORTS - ONE-TIME SPECIAL
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Twins Season Preview
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Andy Price, Producer
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
• Dan Truebenbach, Editor
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Jordan Austin, Editor
• Dick Bremer, Host
• Bert Blyleven, Analyst
• Tom Hanneman, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Gopher Hockey - Pride On Ice - Frozen Four
University of Minnesota
• Devin Pacheco, Producer
• John Tipton, Shooter/Editor
• Ryan Maus, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Marshall Ness, Producer
• Brent Rieland, Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Dave Higgins, Director
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Tom Hanneman, Host
CATEGORY #14F
SPORTS - DOCUMENTARY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Baseball in the Dominican Republic: Miguel Sano
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Dan Truebenbach, Photographer
• Sophia Minnaert, Host
• Patricia Whitney, Associate Producer
• Jordan Austin, Associate Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Baseball in the Dominican Republic: Shortstops
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Dan Truebenbach, Photographer
• Sophia Minnaert, Host
• Patricia Whitney, Associate Producer
• Jordan Austin, Associate Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Media Coverage and Female Athletes
Twin Cities PBS
• Shari Lamke, Producer/Offline Editor
• Tom Trow, Executive In Charge
• Mary Jo Kane, Director, Tucker Center For Research On Girls & Women In Sport
• Nicole M. LaVoi, Assoc. Director, Tucker Center For Research On Girls & Women In Sport
• Kari Kennedy, Field Producer
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer
• Fanique Weeks-Kelley, Line Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Jon VanAmber, Graphic Design
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings: Beyond The Gridiron
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Producer
CATEGORY #14G
SPORTS - INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings GamePlan
Minnesota Vikings Football, LLC/Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Mike Huiras, Producer/Editor
• Allan Wertheimer, Production Coordinator
• Jordan Struck, Producer/Editor
• Jay Nelson, Production Coordinator
• Mike Wobschall, Analyst
• Ryan Semanko, Production Consultant
• Doug Warkenthien, Production Consultant
• Skip Krueger, Production Consultant
• Paul Allen, Show Host
• Pete Bercich, Analyst
• Ben Leber, Demo Host
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Grand Slam Special
KARE
• Eric Perkins, Host
• Tacy Mangan, Producer
• Bea Chang, Social Media
• Jason Steussy, Videographer
• John Drilling, Videographer, Editor
• Deb Lyngdal, Videographer
• Keith Leventhal, Videographer
• Jeff Kraker, Producer
• John Divall, Videographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
GameON! Springs into Baseball!
rodmedia communications LLC
• Rod Simons, Host/Executive Producer
• Arthur Kuh, Supervising Producer
CATEGORY #15A
SPORTING EVENT/GAME - LIVE/UNEDITED - PROGRAM/SPECIAL
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Boys State Hockey Semifinals - Lakeville North vs. Eden Prairie
KSTC
• Dennis Silva, Executive Sports Producer
• Brian Monahan, Studio Producer
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Steve Collins, Technical Director
• Joe Schmit, Host
• Mike McGraw, Studio Analyst
• Dave Palmquist, Studio Analyst
• Tori Holt, Sideline Reporter
• Lou Nanne, Color Analyst
• Gary Thorne, Play-By-Play
• Seth Holst, Editor
• Monica Doyle, Director Of Operations
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Boys Basketball Class 4-A Final/Lakeville North vs. Hopkins
KSTC
• Dennis Silva, Executive Sports Producer
• Brian Monahan, Studio Producer
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Dustin Dancisak, Technical Director
• Dave Lee, Play-By-Play
• Kevin Lynch, Color Analyst
• Tori Holt, Sideline Reporter
• Chris Long, Host
• Lea Olsen, Studio Analyst
• Trent Tucker, Studio Analyst
• Seth Holst, Editor
• Shane Wasserman, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Summit League Women's Basketball - Western Illinois vs. South Dakota
Midco Sports Network
• Nathan Aamodt, Producer
• Brian Cooper, Director
• Eric Vasgaard, Executive Producer
• Ronald Peterson, Chief Engineer
• Jay Elsen, Play By Play Commentator
• David Brown, Chyron 1 Operator
• Toby McDonald, Technical Director
• Jason Andera, Studio Producer
• Greg Stemen, Color Analyst
• Josh Munce, Photographer
• Nick Peterson, Photographer
• Jasen Lenz, Engineer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Prep Football: Blaine at Coon Rapids
CTN Studios
• Eric Strouse, Coordinating Producer
• Josh Udvig, Producer/Lead Replay
• Neil Hennen, Director
• Joe Yund, Play By Play Announcer
• Howie Shapiro, Color Commentator
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Big Four Classic: UNI vs ISU Men's Basketball
Mediacom, MC22
• Lance Herbold, Producer
• Pat Hurley, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hockey Day Minnesota 2014
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Brendan Burke, Play-By-Play
• Kevin Gorg, Analyst
• Sophia Minnaert, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Chase Fiebig, Production Assistant
• Jim Bothun, Editor
• Jordan Austin, Associate Producer
CATEGORY #15B
SPORTING EVENT/GAME - LIVE/UNEDITED - SERIES
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gopher Hockey Compilation
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Brent Rieland, Producer
• Dave Higgins, Director
• Matt Laaksonen, Director
• Doug McLeod, Play By Play
• Kevin Gorg, Analyst / Reporter
• Tom Chorske, Analyst / Reporter
• Casey Hankinson, Analyst
• Ben Clymer, Analyst / Reporter
• Jamie Hersch, Reporter / Host
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Timberwolves
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Dave Benz, Play-By-Play
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild Season Series
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Brent Rieland, Producer
• Anthony LaPanta, Play By Play
• Mike Greenlay, Analyst
• Wes Walz, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Ben Clymer, Reporter
• Tom Mee, Graphics
CATEGORY #16A
WEATHER-SINGLE STORY/SEGMENT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lowden Flash Flooding
KGAN/KFXA
• Dallas Houtz, Photojournalist
• Josh Scheinblum, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Plane De-Icing
KARE
• Belinda Jensen, Reporter
• Dana Thiede, Producer
• Jim Douglas, Videographer
• Craig Norkus, Videographer
• John Drilling, Videographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ice Caves
WCCO
• Jamie Yuccas, Reporter
• Tom Aviles, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
98 year old shoveler weathers winter storm
KMSP
• Maury Glover, Reporter
• Eric Gedrose, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Blessing of the Polar Vortex
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• Jonathan Malat, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Breaking Ice
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
CATEGORY #16B
WEATHER - WEATHERCAST (SEGMENT IN A NEWSCAST)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Spring Storm
KARE
• Belinda Jensen, Meteorologist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sioux County Twister
KTIV
• Ron Demers, Chief Meteorologist
• Ben Dorenbach, Meteorologist
• Beverly Perry, Meteorologist
• Kristen Johnson, Anchor/Producer
• Bridget Breen, News Director/Station Manager
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Trobec
KELO
• Jay Trobec, Chief Meteorologist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tracking a Tricky Morning Commute
KAAL
• Justin Thompson-Gee, Meteorologist
• Brianna Long, News Anchor
CATEGORY #17A
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Milanesia
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer/Director
• Nick Gumm, Editor
• Ryan Thompson, Director Of Photography
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Patrick Schaefer, Sound
• Tom Colvin, Sound
• Joe Clark, Videographer
• Daniel Cummings, Videographer
• Kelly Pieklo, Sound Editor
• Ben Dempcy, Editor
• Andrea Singleton, Producer
• Jesse Pelkey, Motion Graphics
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Independence to Inclusion
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer/Offline Editor
• Pamela M. Palan, Managing Producer
• Fanique Weeks-Kelley, Line Producer
• Amanda Reardon, Line Producer
• Alauna Yust, Associate Producer/Offline Editor
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Jon Van Amber, Graphic Design
• Val Mondor, Online Editor
• Joseph Demko, Audio Sweetening
• Bill Hanley, Vice President, Public Engagement
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
'Field of Dreams' at 25: Magical Movie/Disputed Diamond
The Des Moines Register
• Rodney White, Co-director
• Kyle Munson, Co-director
• Robert Deutsch, Videographer (New York)
• Eileen Blass, Videographer (New York)
• Bob Minzesheimer, Interviewer (New York)
• Patrick Breen, Videographer (Arizona)
CATEGORY #17B
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Farm Crisis
Iowa PBS
• Laurel Bower Burgmaier, Producer/Director
• John Nichols, Executive Producer
• David Feingold, Editor
• Chad Elliott, Music
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
• Steve Carns, Videographer
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videographer
• John Torpy, Videographer
• Joe Bustad, Graphics
• Tiffany Cleghorn, Production Assistant
• Gretchen Watson, Production Assistant
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Past Is Alive Within Us: The U.S. - Dakota Conflict
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer/Offline Editor
• Leya Hale, Co-Producer/Offline Editor
• Shari Lamke, Executive Producer/Writer
• Dianne Steinbach, Senior Director, Arts & Cultural Media
• Emily Goldberg, Field Producer/Director
• Stephanie Mosher, Associate Producer
• Libby Murphy, Post Production Assistant
• Norbert Een, Managing Producer
• David Roth, Managing Producer
• Robert Hutchings, Director Of Photography
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
6 Brothers
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Executive Producer
• Daniel Stenberg, Producer
• Brian Jackson, Writer
• Dave Geck, Editor/Videographer
CATEGORY #17C
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
American Heart
Free Country Media
• Chris Newberry, Director-Producer
• Bill Kersey, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Haiti Love
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Producer/Director
• Dan Huiting, Director Of Photography
• Kevin Russell, Edit/Audio
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer
• Ben Dempcy, Editor
• Bobby Kiefert, Web Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Price of Sand
Midwest Pictures, LLC
• Jim Tittle, Producer/Writer/Photographer/Editor
• Cliff Dahlberg, Associate Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Make it OK: Facing Mental Illness
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer/Director
• Susan Marks, Co-Producer
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer
• Alauna Yust, Production Assistant
• Pamela M. Palan, Managing Producer
• Amanda Reardon, Line Producer
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Skip Davis, On Line Editor
• Joseph Demko, Audio
• Bill Hanley, VP Of Public Engagement
• Donna Zimmerman, Advisor
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Smiles From Minnesota
KSTP
• David Peterson, Videographer, Editor, Co-Producer
• Jason Davis, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Karin Kraemer's Brilliant Bowls & UnMatched Mugs
WDSE-TV
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer/Off-line Editor
• Steven Ash, Photographer/Editor
• Juli Kellner, Executive Producer
• Allen Harmon, General Manager
CATEGORY #18
CHILDREN (12 & UNDER)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Energy 101
Fusionfarm
• Robin Sempf, Producer
• Kurt Sempf, Associate Producer / Writer
• Greg Wolgast, Video Editor / Animator
• Amanda Morgan, Writer
• Brian Fahrner, Videographer
• Megan Turner, Host
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Pottery Segment from The Perfect Plan episode 40 of The BURNNIE Show
RTC Inc. Reaching the Children Productions
• Steve Treague, Writer/Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Choo Choo Bob Show
Birdhouse Holdings - The Choo Choo Bob Show
• Bob Vince, Executive Producer
• Bob Medcraft, Producer
• Sam Heyn, Producer
• Joe Martin, Producer
• Andy Grund, Director
• Mark Har, 1st Assistant Director
• Emily Fradenburgh, Actor
• Rich Kronfeld, Actor
• Charles Hubbell, Actor
• Christiana Clark, Actor
• Randy Reyes, Actor
• David Tufford, Actor
CATEGORY #19
TEEN (13 AND UP)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Isaiah's Journey
KAAL
• Laura Lee, Reporter/Anchor
• Chad Corey, Photographer
• David Springer, News Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Purple Rock
KMSP-TV
• Jeff Baillon, Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Teen Spotlight #Musical Theater
Iowa PBS
• Tyler Brinegar, Producer/Director/Editor
• Andrea Coyle, Executive Producer
• John Torpy, Camera
• Phil Blobaum, Camera
• Rick Fuller, Camera
• Jim Leasure, Audio Mix
• Chad Aubrey, Production Assistance
• David Feingold, Production Assistance
• Alisa Dodge, Motion Graphics
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Deadly Decision
WOI
• Don Schmith, Photographer/Editor
• Rachel Pierce, Reporter/Writer
CATEGORY #20
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Artful Education
Twin Cities PBS
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• David Roth, Managing Producer
• Katherine McDonald, Associate Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Joel Zimmerman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Assistant
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Core Inspection
WQOW-TV
• Jerry Gallagher, Reporter
• Steve Betchkal, Producer
• Lisa Patrow, News Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Day in the Life of a 3rd Grader
South Washington County Telecommunications Commission
• Ann Simpson, Editor/Producer/Videographer
• Fran Hemmesch, Executive Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paying For College
Twin Cities PBS
• Mark Fischer, Producer/Offline Editor
• Tom Trow, Executive In Charge
• Amanda Reardon, Line Producer
• McGraw Jones, Videographer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Scott Trotman, Videographer
• David Gillette, Illustrator
• Jerry Lakso, Editor
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• John Manning, MN Private College Council
• Ginny Dodds, Office Of Higher Education
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Farnsworth Aerospace and the St Paul Public Schools Foundation
Vox Pop Productions
• Michael Sutz, Producer
• Adrian Danciu, Videographer
• Frances Sutz, Writer/ Co-Producer
• Robert Sutz, Original Drawings
• Nancy Esslinger, Associate Producer
• Jon Springer, Additional Camera
• Dan Wittenberg, Additional Camera
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Road to Little Rock
Video Arts Studios
• Art Phillips, Director/Producer
• Jim Kirwan, Writer
• Marty Halgrimson, Director Of Photography
• Mary Ann Phillips, Associate Producer
• Aimee Mitchell, Associate Producer
• Steve Germaine, Original Music
• John Shea, Location Audio
• Carl Oberholtzer, Writer/Producer
• Ryan Sailer, Editor
CATEGORY #21A
HEALTH/SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - SINGLE STORY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
It's Just a Foot
KMSP
• Paul Blume, Reporter
• JOHN COTTEW, Photographer/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Family Fights for Medical Marijuana - for Paxton's sake
St. Paul Pioneer Press
• Ben Garvin, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Marijuana Miracle?
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• William Middeke, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lexi the Lifesaving Lab
KCCI
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Country Doctor
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
What's Growing on Your Purse?
WEAU
• Andrew Fefer, Assistant News Director
• Courtney Everett, Reporter
• Jeff Ralph, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #21B
HEALTH/SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - PROGRAM
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Redesigning Minnesota: Natural Legacy
Twin Cities PBS
• David Gillette, Host/Producer
• Pamela M. Palan, Series Producer
• Fanique Weeks-Kelley, Production Manager
• Adam Daniels, Associate Producer
• McGraw Jones, Field Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Field Videographer
• Scott Trotman, Field Videographer
• Bill Hanley, Vice President, Public Engagement
• Val Mondor, Online Editor
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Late Life: Redefining Care
Twin Cities PBS
• John Whitehead, Producer/Writer/Offline Editor
• Pamela M. Palan, Series Producer
• Fanique Weeks-Kelley, Line Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Jon Springer, Videographer
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Skip Davis, On-Line Editor
• Bill Hanley, Vice President, Public Engagement
• Eric Anderson, Consultant
• Sandra Schellinger, Consultant
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Seeing Past Dyslexia
WQOW-TV
• Aaron Rhody, Reporter
• Steve Betchkal, Videographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drug Research:Scandal or Tragedy?
KMSP-TV
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
• Doug Solomon, Photographer
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Facebook Saving Lives
KSTP
• Brad Sattin, Reporter
• Jeff Ernewein, Videographer
CATEGORY #22A
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - SINGLE STORY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Evolution of Secret Stash Records
Twin Cities PBS
• Brittany Shrimpton, Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• David Roth, Managing Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Mitch Griffin, Field Audio
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Joel Zimmerman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Demise of the Streetcar
KSTP
• Ellen McNamara, Reporter/Producer
• Joe Caffrey, Photographer, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Kirkbride
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dan Corrigan - Capturing Minnesota Music
Twin Cities PBS
• David Roth, Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• Katherine McDonald, Associate Producer
• Daniel Huiting, Director Of Photography
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Joel Zimmerman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Assistant
• Norbert Een, Senior Managing Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
New Life for Old Barns
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Andy Fales, Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sword Returned
KARE
• Boua Xiong, Reporter
• William Middeke, Producer
CATEGORY #22B
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - PROGRAM
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aviation Storytellers: The Liberators
North Metro TV
• Damian Kussian, Producer/Director/Cinematographer/Supervising Editor
• Olga Lezhepekova, Editor, Cinematographer
• Brian Bradbury, Cinematographer
• Paul Dan Moon, Motion Graphics
• Ariana Nyman, Cinematographer
• Maiwenn Kussian, Creative Consultant
• Dale DiMassi, Cinematographer
• Travis Hottinger, Creative Consultant
• Matt Waldron, Motion Graphics
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota in the '70s
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer/Writer/Director
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Nathan Reopelle, On Line Editor
• Ezra Gold, Audio Sweetening
• Gary Eichten, Narrator
• Thomas Saylor, Co-Author 'MN In The '70s'
• Dave Kenney, Co-Author 'MN In The '70s'
• Ann Regan, Minnesota Historical Society Press
• Bob Tracy, Executive In Charge
• Lucy Swift, VP Of MN Productions & Partnerships
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Typist
KSMQ
• Charles Czech, Producer
CATEGORY #23A
MILITARY - SINGLE STORY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On The Mend
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Dan Winters, Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fort Hood Survivor
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Burned
KMSP
• Trish Van Pilsum, Reporter
• John Michael, Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist
• Bradley Swagger, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jared Allen Gives Back To A Special Veteran
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Jared Allen, Producer
CATEGORY #23B
MILITARY - PROGRAM
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
12 Years of Valor: Iowa's 833rd Engineer Company
The Des Moines Register
• Christopher Gannon, Videographer/Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fading Glory
KBJR
• Barbara Reyelts, Producer
• Rich Powell, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #24
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL - SINGLE STORY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Warning Signs of Drowning
KARE
• John Croman, Reporter
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
• Jeff Wiltgen, Videographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Andrew Moxom's Timeless Portraits
Twin Cities PBS
• Marissa Blahnik, Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• David Roth, Managing Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Joel Zimmerman, Post Production And Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Assistant
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ranked-choice voting instructional video
City of Minneapolis
• Matthew Laible, Producer
• Casper Hill, Producer
• Kim Brown, Photojournalist/Editor
• Bridgette Bornstein, Producer
• CJohn Harrison, Photojournalist
• Cheryl Boe, Graphic Designer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Emergency Preparedness: Surviving an active shooter at a hospital
HealthEast
• Jodi Ritacca, Producer/Writer
• Bryan Carey, Assistant Editor
• Monty Stuempert, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #25A
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION - SINGLE STORY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Barry Lynn, In Person
WQOW-TV
• Steve Betchkal, Producer
• Renee Boehm, Producer
• Amie Winters, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
An Artist's Mission in His Own Words
Twin Cities PBS
• Kate McDonald, Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Excutive Producer
• David Roth, Managing Producer
• Matt Ehling, Videographer
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Joel Zimmerman, Post And Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Assistant
• Norbert Een, Senior Managing Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Women of White Bear Lake Police Department
Ramsey/Washington Counties Cable Commission
• Tim Finnerty, Executive Director
• Mary Kline, Writer/Producer
• Jeff Melcoch, Photographer/Editor
• Judy Skeie-Voss, Director Of Production Services
• Ramsey/Washington Counties Suburban Cable Communications Commission, Producing Organization
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On The Fly: G. Love
WFTC
• Tony Fly, Interviewer
• Kevin Myers, Producer
• Ronald Johnson, Photographer/Editor
• Nick Abdo, Photographer
• Scott Brady, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #26
MAGAZINE
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The PlayList Episode 520
WDSE-TV
• Steven Ash, Director/Editor/Segment Producer
• Karen Sunderman LaLiberte, Producer, Host
• Jake Larson, Music Audio
• Nick Clingman, Camera
• Judy Morrissey, Camera
• Michael LeGarde, Camera
• Tony Bennett, Camera
• Kristy Filippini, Production Assistant
• Juli Kellner, Executive Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound
Ron Schara Productions
• Ron Schara, Executive Producer/Writer
• Scott Fransen, Executive Producer
• Kelly McDonnell, Writer/Producer
• Bill Sherck, Writer/Producer
• Travis Frank, Writer/Producer
• Nicholas Clausen, Photojournalist/Editor
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist/Editor
• Ben Elling, Editor
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photojournalist/Editor
• Michael Uss, Photojournalist/Editor
• Joshua Bryant, Photojournalist/Editor
• Laura Schara, Producer/Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Honoring Hometown Volunteers
WQOW-TV
• Andrea Albers, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Working For Whiskey
LUMINARY
• Jacob Moyer, Director/DP
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Dance Theatre, Drury Brennan, Robert Bly and Nicholas David
Twin Cities PBS
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Marissa Blahnik, Producer
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• Katherine McDonald, Senior Associate Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Senior Editor
• Joseph Demko, Field And Post Audio
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
CATEGORY #27A
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - SINGLE STORY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Finding Faith Under 40
KCRG
• Nicole Agee, Reporter
• Adam Sotelo, Photographer/Editor
• Marlon Hall, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Revoked and on the Road
KARE
• Trisha Volpe, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Place to Lay Your Head: Karl's Story
StoryTeller Media & Communications
• Ed Heil, Executive Producer
• Kari Jo Faulhaber, Producer
• Chad Whisnant, Photographer
• Michael Ewen, Editor
• Mary Huss, Executive Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lilydale Landslide
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Producer
• Rod Wermager, Photographer/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Story from the Heart
WXOW
• Amy DuPont, Reporter/Editor
• Mark Bronson, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heroin Hits The Metro
WDAY
• Kiersten Cooley, Reporter
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
BedStyCampaignAgainstHunger
rodmedia communications LLC
• Rod Simons, Host/Executive Producer
• Arthur Kuh, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
It Gets Better
Richter Studios
• April Samp, Producer
• Jeremy Richter, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Sex Trafficking
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Ron Stover, Videographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Don't Call It A Comeback
KMSP
• Jonathan Choe, Reporter
• Russ Weseman, Photographer/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
An Extraordinary Rescue
Carlini Entertainment
• Joe Carlini, Director/Cinematographer/Editor
• Jodi Ritacca, Producer, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Breakdown: Minnesota’s unraveling mental health system
StarTribune
• Paul McEnroe, Reporter
• McKenna Ewen, Producer
• Jenni Pinkley, Senior Multimedia Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Somali Group Fights Terrorist Recruiting In Somali Community
WCCO
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
• David Chaney, Photojournalist, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wounded, Not Broken
WDIO
• Brittany Falkers, Reporter
• Desten Johnson, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #27B
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - PROGRAM
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Medical Marijuana: Stories of Hope
KGAN/KFXA
• Scott Sanborn, Reporter/Producer
• Dallas Houtz, Photographer/Editor
• Phillip Platz, Graphics
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Trial By Fire
WHO
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Erin Kiernan, Anchor/Reporter
• Sonya Heitshusen, Anchor/Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist
• Dave Olson, Photojournalist
• Lee Rouse, Photojournalist
• Travis Jungling, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Voices of Diversity
KGAN/KFXA
• Sadie Hughes, Reporter
• Sean Walshire, Photographer
• Jason Meyer, Photographer
• Dallas Houtz, Photographer
• Christine Lien, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Heroin at Home: The Rise of Opiate Use
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer/Director
• Susan Marks, Field Producer
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer
• Luke Heikkila, Line Producer
• Pamela M. Palan, Managing Producer
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Brian Wagner, On Line Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Audio Sweetening
• Bill Hanley, VP Of Public Engagement
• Lucy Swift, VP MN Productions & Partnerships
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From Cruelty to Compassion
WKBT
• Mike Thompson, Executive Producer
• Jennifer Livingston, Producer
• Travis Kobs, Creative Group
• Steve Londre, Creative Group
• Kirk Arneson, Creative Group
• Anne Paape, News Director
• Martha Boehm, Web Content Coordinator
• Matt Sperling, Chief Engineer
• Tiffany Olson, Production Assistant
• Lisa Klein, Reporter
• Martha Koloski, Reporter
• Chuck Oedsma, Photographer
CATEGORY #28
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE (OTHER THAN NEWS OR SPORTS)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
White Bear Lake Makes World's Longest Ice Cream Sundae
Ramsey/Washington Counties Cable Commission
• Tim Finnerty, Executive Director
• Judy Skeie-Voss, Director Of Production Services
• Scott Jenson, Photographer/Editor
• Lue Lee, Photographer/Editor
• Ramsey/Washington Counties Suburban Cable Communications Commission, Producing Organization
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Christmas in Norway with the St. Olaf Choir
Twin Cities PBS
• Catherine Allan, Executive Producer
• Christine Maloney, Executive Producer
• Phillip Byrd, Producer
• Janet Shapiro, Associate Director
• Anton Armstrong, Artistic Director And Conductor
• B.J. Johnson, Production And Concert Manager
• Ted Hinck, Technical Producer
• Jeffrey O'Donnell, Audio Producer
• Mike Le Fevre, Lighting Designer
• Brian Clark, Technical Operations Manager
• Mitch Griffin, Post Production Audio
• Nathan Reopelle, Online Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A St. Thomas Christmas: All Is Well
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Senior Director
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• John Kendall, Managing Producer
• Mitch Griffin, Sound Design & Mix
• Ezra Gold, Online Editor
• Mike Murnane, Lighting Design
• Theresa Meyer, Associate Director
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Angela Broeker, Artistic Director
• Matthew George, Department Chair
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lynx Victory Parade and Celebration
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Brent Rieland, Producer
• Tom Hanneman, Studio Host
• Marney Gellner, Site Host
• Dave Benz, Reporter
• Lea B. Olsen, Studio Analyst
CATEGORY #29
INTERSTITIAL
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Second Chance U
Carlini Entertainment
• Joe Carlini, Director/Writer/Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
We Are The Burnsville Police Department
Burnsville Community Television
• Marty Doll, Executive Producer
• Kristin Thomas, Writer/Producer
• Jeffrey Wilson, Videographer/Editor
• Dane Whitehead, Videographer/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Public Art Profiles
Edina Community Channel 16
• Nathalie Gage, Producer
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
TPT Brand Testimonials
Twin Cities PBS
• John Goebel, Editor
• Carin Paul, Producer
• Janey Klebe, Associate Producer
• Cathy Clark, Writer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Jim Kron, Videographer
CATEGORY #30A
LIFESTYLE - FEATURE/SEGMENT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Ingredient - Black Walnuts
Iowa PBS
• Cameron McCoy, Producer/Videographer
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Charity Nebbe, Host
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Chasing the Aurora
KQDS
• Jason Sydejko, Chief Meteorologist - Wrote And Voiced
• Adam Jagunich, Photojournalist And Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
DeRusha Eats
WCCO
• Jason DeRusha, Reporter
• Dave Wertheimer, Photographer
• Dave Charest, Photographer
• Robyn Black, Photographer
• Dave Chaney, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hammer and Steel: A Story of the Forge
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer/Editor
• Andrea Singleton, Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer/Editor
• Bobby Kiefert, Web Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A New Tradition...
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Writer/Producer
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photojournalist/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Shaping Glass With Fire
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Senior Producer
• Ben Dempcy, Videographer/Editor
• Kristofor Gieske, Videographer/Editor
• Andrea Singleton, Producer
• Bobby Kiefert, Web Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hannah & Fritzy & Kisses
WQOW-TV
• Emily Valerio, Reporter
• Steve Betchkal, Videographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Bottom Feeders
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer/Editor/Colorist
• Travis Frank, Writer, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Home Course Advantage
KARE
• Janel Klein, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #30B
LIFESTYLE - PROGRAM/SPECIAL/SERIES
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Ingredient
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Executive Producer
• Cameron McCoy, Producer
• Charity Nebbe, Host
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Alisa Dodge, Production Assistant
• Rick Fuller, Camera
• Scott Faine, Camera
• Chad Aubrey, Audio
• John Torpy, Camera
• Steve Carns, Camera
• Neal Kyer, Video
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Workout of the Week
WHO
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
• Lee Rouse, Photojournalist
• Dave Olson, Photojournalist
• Travis Jungling, Photojournalist
• Eric Gooden, Photojournalist
• Sam Musser, Photojournalist
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist
• Trent Reicks, Photojournalist
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Mike Borland, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Farm Fresh Road Trip
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host & Producer
• Adam Daniels, Associate Producer
• Scott Trotman, Director Of Photography
• Skip Davis, Editor
• John VanAmber, Graphics
• McGraw Jones, Photography
• Jim Kron, Photography
• Lucy Swift, Partner Manager
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Bruce Miller, Producing Partner
• Doug Peterson, Producing Partner
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mike's Mix
WCCO
• Michael Augustyniak, Talent & Producer
• Robyn Black, Photographer & Editor
• David Chaney, Photographer & Editor
• Arthur Phillips, Photographer & Editor
• Tony Peterson, Editor
• Brad Earley, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making it with Stephany Composite
makingitwithstephany.com
• Stephany Wieland, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tattoos: The Style & the Stigma
WQOW-TV
• Kyle Jorgenson, Producer
• Emily Valerio, Reporter
CATEGORY #31A
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSA) - SINGLE SPOT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Serve With Honor
Fat Cat Productions
• Les Sholes, Producer
• Donna Wolfe-Sholes, Production Manager
• David Waterman, Director Of Photography/Editor
• Lin Glimm, Audio Technician
• Clint Romesha, Subject
• Julie Lombardi, Script Supervisor
• Jeanne Waterman, Director Of Photography Assistant
• Wayne Beckman, Grip
• Lou Lombardi, Location Manager
• Ron Bergh, Consultant/Actor
• Jonathan Waterman, Gaffer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Confliction Exhibit
LUMINARY
• Jacob Moyer, Director/DP
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
White Earth: No More
Results Unlimited
• John Gorman, Director
• Dan Erdmann, Videographer, Editor
• Brynn Radcliffe, Account Manager
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Theatre Cedar Rapids
Fusionfarm
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director
• Seth Smith, Art Director
• Neil Brewster, Art Director
• George Curtis, Producer
• Kyle Sleichter, Videographer
• Justin Houtz, Videographer
• Wes James, Editor
• Kurt Sempf, Director Creative Production Services
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
PSA-Harry the Hydrant
E-TV Eagan Television
• Jeff Ongstad, Writer/Producer/Editor
CATEGORY #31B
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS) - CAMPAIGN
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fargo Police DUI Campaign
Video Arts Studios
• Jim Kirwan, Producer
• Marty Halgrimson, Co-Producer
• John Shea, Co-Producer
• Aimee Mitchell, Co-Producer
• Caleb Kerlin, Co-Producer
• Ryan Sailer, Co-Producer
• Art Phillips, Co-Producer
• Mike Bernier, Co-Producer
• Jessica Schindeldecker, Co-Producer
CATEGORY #32A
PROMOTION: NEWS - SINGLE SPOT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Special Report Promotion - Smile Network
KSTP
• Henry Schneider, Producer
• Shawn Braith, Creative Services Manager
• Paul Gaulke, Creative Services Director
• Lindsay Radford, News Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fight Like A Girl
KSTP
• Taylor Stein, Producer
• Shawn Braith, Creative Services Manager
• Paul Gaulke, Creative Services Director
• Lindsay Radford, News Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Special Report Promotion - Pineapple
KSTP
• Henry Schneider, Producer
• Shawn Braith, Creative Services Manager
• Paul Gaulke, Creative Services Director
• Lindsay Radford, News Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WCCO-TV Best
WCCO
• Casey Kespohl, Creative Director
• Scott Wooldridge, Executive Producer
• Burke Daneman, Producer/Writer/Director/Editor
• Rhonda Morgan, Graphics/Animator
• Michael Marrone, Lighting Director
• Errol Allmacher, Director Of Photography
• Matt Brickman, Talent
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 WX APP SPACE 20
KMSP
• Nick Abdo, Director/Editor/Graphics
• Kevin Myers, Writer/Creative Director
• Jim Peters, 3-D Graphics
• Keith Marler, Actor/Meteorologist
• Ian Leonard, Actor/Meteorologist
CATEGORY #32B
PROMOTION: NEWS - IMAGE
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 WX APP COMP
KMSP
• Nick Abdo, Director/Editor/Graphics
• Kevin Myers, Writer/Creative Director
• Ian Leonard, Actor/Meteorologist
• Keith Marler, Actor/Meteorologist
• Seth Gow, Producer
• Jim Peters, 3D Graphics
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Winter Weather Campaign
KSTP
• Henry Schneider, Producer
• Taylor Stein, Producer
• David Linstad, Grip
• Shawn Braith, Creative Services Manager
• Paul Gaulke, Creative Services Director
• Mark Lange, Writer
• Lindsay Radford, News Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WCCO-TV Always '14
WCCO
• Casey Kespohl, Creative Director
• Jodi Oelfke, Writer/Producer/Editor
• Scott Wooldridge, Director
• Errol Allmacher, Director Of Photography
• Burke Daneman, 2nd Camera
• Michael Marrone, Lighting Director
• Todd Megrund, Grip
• Chad Haag, Art Director
• Erica Mayer, 2nd Camera
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Introducing Kelcey
KMSP
• Ronald Johnson, Photographer/Editor/Producer
• Kevin Myers, Producer
• Seth Gow, Photographer / Producer
• Scott Brady, Producer
• Kelcey Carlson, Anchor
CATEGORY #32C
PROMOTION: PROGRAM - SINGLE SPOT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Winter
MCG - Mahaska Communication Group
• Jason Van Zetten, Executive Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Institute of Laughter - Committed
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, Producer
• Henry Schneider, Cinematograhper
• David Linstad, Grip
• Jonathan Whitney, Associate Producer
• Derek Hageness, Graphic Designer
• Shawn Braith, Creative Services Manager
• Joe Johnston, Director Of Marketing/Creative Services
• Susan Wenz, Station Manager
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 - Olympics 60
KARE
• Erik Candiani, Producer
• Todd Randall, Producer
• Jesse Robb, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
FOX Sports North Minnesota Timberwolves Game Promotion
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota 93 - Minnesota's Best Country
Radio Mankato
• Jeffrey Hendrix, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SDPB Smiles
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Dave Foote, Writer/Producer/Editor
• Fritz Miller, Selecting Photos From SDPB Archive
• Joe Tlustos, Voice Talent
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
SDPB Celebrates Achievement
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Dave Foote, Writer/Producer/Editor
• Fritz Miller, Selecting Historic Photos And Assisting With Videography
• Joe Tlustos, Voice Talent
CATEGORY #33A
COMMERCIAL - SINGLE SPOT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Barbershop Quartet
Periscope
• Jenna Danna, Creative Coordinator
• Charlie Callahan, VP/Executive Creative Director
• Tom Witkowski, Associate Creative Director/CopyWriter
• Jesse Bodell, Senior Design Lead
• Abby Stavig, Senior Broadcast Producer
• Ian Corbin, Editor
• Chris Denny, Associate Motion Graphics Designer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Choo Choo Bob's Train Store
Birdhouse Holdings - The Choo Choo Bob Show
• Bob Vince, Executive Producer
• Bob Medcraft, Producer
• Andy Grund, Director
• Mark Har, Producer
• Sam Heyn, Actor / Editor
• Rich Kronfeld, Actor
• Casey Jone, Associate Producer
• Dave Russ, Music
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hello, We're Fusionfarm
Fusionfarm
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director
• Jake Vardaman, Art Director / Animator
• Seth Smith, Senior Art Director/Graphics
• Justin Houtz, Videographer
• Neil Brewster, Producer
• Kurt Sempf, Director Creative Production Services
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Triple Agent
KSTC
• Todd Obernolte, Producer Director Editor
• Nick Tieri, Director Of Photography
• Brian Stemmler, Script Writer
• Derek Hageness, Effects Animator
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
It's Playoff Season
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Coordinating Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Creative Director
• Wayne Petersen, Marketing Promotions Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Vikings: Our Time
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Erin Swartz, Executive Producer
• Dannon Hulskotter, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sunday
515 Productions
• Ian Planchon, Director Of Photography/Director
• Robb Moore, Gaffer/audio
• Tyler Dreher, 1st AC
• Quincy Milloy, 2nd AC
• Adam Beecher, Grip
• Kris Debolt, Grip
• Derrick Moore, Grip
• Renee Albaugh, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings: Made History
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Erin Swartz, Executive Producer
• Dannon Hulskotter, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
In My Blood
Periscope
• Charlie Callahan, VP/Executive Creative Director
• Tom Witkowski, Associate Creative Director/CopyWriter
• Jesse Bodell, Senior Design Lead
• Abby Stavig, Senior Broadcast Producer
• Steve George, Editor
• Jenna Danna, Creative Coordinator
CATEGORY #33B
COMMERCIAL - CAMPAIGN
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Follow Your Dreams -Collins Community Credit Union
Fusionfarm
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director
• Seth Smith, Senior Art Director
• Brian Lowe, Producer
• Justin Houtz, Videographer
• Amanda Morgan, Assistant-Producer
• Kurt Sempf, Director Creative Production Services
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Twins Territory 2014
Periscope
• Charlie Callahan, VP/Executive Creative Director
• Tom Witkowski, Associate Creative Director And Copywrite
• Jesse Bodell, Senior Design Lead
• Steve George, Editor
• Abby Stavig, Senior Broadcast Producer
• Ian Corbin, Editor
• Chris Denny, Associate Motion Graphics Designer
• Jenna Danna, Creative Coordinator
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adams Pest Control "World Domination Campaign"
KSTP
• Todd Obernolte, Director Producer Editor
• Jon Lonsbury, CopyWriter
• Brian Stemmler, Director Of Photography
• Nick Tieri, Lighting Director
• Derek Hageness, 3d Animator
• Jonathan Whitney, 3d Technical Consultant
• Curt Cruz, Creative Associate
• Tim Fusco, Graphic Artist
• Tony Lee, Voice Over Talent
• Lauren Jenkins, Makeup Artist
• Terri Brant, Production Assistant
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Badlands Grillhouse
KXMC
• Brent Braniff, Director/Editor/Photographer
• Lee Johnson, Photographer
• Kristin Vendsel, Writer
CATEGORY #34
STATION EXCELLENCE
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 Station Excellence
KMSP
• Carol Rueppel, V.P. & General Manager
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO-TV
WCCO
• Brien Kennedy, General Manager
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 Station Excellence
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
CATEGORY #35
NEWS EXCELLENCE
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
FOX 9 News: News Excellence
KMSP
• Lori Fisher, Senior Executive Producer
• Marian Kessler, News Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 News Excellence
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
CATEGORY #36
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO-TV Accomplish MN
WCCO
• Brien Kennedy, Vice President And General Manager
• Casey Kespohl, Creative Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Drowning is Silent
KMSP
• Carol Rueppel, General Manager
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 Polar Plunge Campaign for Special Olympics
KMSP
• Ian Leonard, Chief Meterologist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Community Service
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ryan and Shannon's Largest Clouds Choir
KSTP-FM/Hubbard Radio
• Dan Seeman, VP/Market Manager
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Compassion Project
WKBT
• Scott Chorski, General Manager
• Jennifer Livingston, Anchor/Community Activist
CATEGORY #37
TEAM COVERAGE
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Search for Anthony
WDAZ
• Julie Moravchik And News Staff, News Director
CATEGORY #38
INTERACTIVITY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hockey Day Minnesota Second Screen Experience
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Bob Rohde, Director Of Operations
• Becky Ross, Director Of Communications
• Joe Jansen, Digital Content Manager
• Peter Anderson, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Erik Gilbertson, Graphics
• Alan Westlund, Engineer
CATEGORY #39
MUSICAL COMPOSITION/ARRANGEMENT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 - Olympics - Somewhere Out There (Music)
KARE
• Erik Candiani, Executive Producer
• Karl Demer, Producer Musical Arrangement
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Past Is Alive Within Us - Documenatary - Phil Aaron Composites
Aaron | Stokes, Ltd.
• Phil Aaron, Compsoser
• Brad Stokes, Music Mixer
• Dianne Steinbach, Senior Director Arts & Cultural Media
• Shari Lamke, Executive Producer
• Leya Hale, Co-Producer/Offline Editor
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Steve Spencer, Producer/Offline Editor
• Robert Hutchings, Director Of Photography
• Emily Goldberg, Field Producer/Director
• Stephanie Mosher, Associate Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Choo Choo Bob Show
Birdhouse Holdings - The Choo Choo Bob Show
• Mark Mallman, Composer / Producer
• Bob Vince, Executive Producer
• Bob Medcraft, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Winter Love
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Bracher Brown, Singer / SongWriter
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Jordan Austin, Photographer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Paul Laskey, Editor
CATEGORY #40A
DIRECTOR - NEWSCAST
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI 8 News at Six
KCCI
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 AM Twins
KARE
• Lynn Petersen, TD/Director
CATEGORY #40B
DIRECTOR - LIVE OR RECORDED LIVE
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Malmgren Composite
Bally Sports North
• Michael Malmgren, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Christmas in Norway with the St. Olaf Choir
Twin Cities PBS
• Phillip Byrd, Director
CATEGORY #40C
DIRECTOR - SPORTS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gangl Composite
Bally Sports North
• Matt Gangl, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dave Dittman Composite
Bally Sports North
• Dave Dittman, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Section 5AAAA Boys Hockey
Northwest Community Television
• Steve Brockhaus, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MC22 Sports Production
Mediacom, MC22
• Lance Herbold, Director
CATEGORY #40D
DIRECTOR - POST-PRODUCTION, SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Introducing Kelcey Composite
KMSP
• Ronald Johnson, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Run2Gun Season 1 Open
Mud Mile Communications
• Nate Burdine, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Henry Schneider Composite
KSTP
• Henry Schneider, Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Serve With Honor
Fat Cat Productions
• Les Sholes, Director
• Donna Wolfe-Sholes, Production Manager
• David Waterman, Director Of Photography/Editor
• Lin Glimm, Audio Technician
• Clint Romesha, Subject
• Julie Lombardi, Script Supervisor
• Jeanne Waterman, Director Of Photography Assistant
• Wayne Beckman, Grip
• Lou Lombardi, Location Manager
• Ron Bergh, Consultant/Actor
• Jonathan Waterman, Gaffer
CATEGORY #40E
DIRECTOR - ACP OPERATOR
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dave Hillestad Composite
WCCO
• Dave Hillestad, Director
CATEGORY #41A
EDITOR - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Adam Geiger Editor Compilation
Twin Cities PBS
• Adam Geiger, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ryan Klabunde Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Skip Davis Editing Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Skip Davis, Editor
CATEGORY #41B
EDITOR - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Timberwolves Tune In Promo
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Editor
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Van Zetten Composite
MCG - Mahaska Communication Group
• Jason Van Zetten, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ABC 6 News In Your Community
KAAL
• Brandon McElroy, Editor
• David Springer, News Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
David Pint Composite
KMSP
• David Pint, Editor
CATEGORY #41C
EDITOR - NEWS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Livingston Composite
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bill Middeke Composite
KARE
• William Middeke, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Hanson Composite
KSTP
• Jason Hanson, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jonathan Malat Composite
KARE
• Jonathan Malat, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dylan Jacobson Edit
WDAY
• Dylan Jacobson, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tyler Ryan composite
KMSP
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
CATEGORY #41D
EDITOR - SPORTS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jonathan Malat Composite
KARE
• Jonathan Malat, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kunkel Sports Composite
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sports Editing Composite
KSTP
• Jason Hanson, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jim Bothun Composite
Bally Sports North
• Jim Bothun, Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Gophers Football
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Editor
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Marcus Taplin, Videographer
CATEGORY #42A
GRAPHIC ARTS - GRAPHICS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2014 Summit League Open
Midco Sports Network
• Jordon Weideman, Graphic Artist
• Christian Begeman, Graphic Artist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Graphics Package
WCCO
• Kimberly Zamora, Graphic Designer
• Rhonda Morgan, Graphic Designer
• Kelly Pederson, Graphic Designer
• Chad Haag, Art Director
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eric Parker Andersen Graphics Composite
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Motion Graphics Artist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gopher Football With Jerry Kill
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Graphic Artist
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Graphic Arts Composition
KMSP
• David Pint, Graphic Designer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
IPTV Sports Graphic Look
Iowa PBS
• Brent Willett, Graphic Designer
CATEGORY #42B
GRAPHIC ARTS - ANIMATION
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WHO-TV 13 Animated Opens Composite
WHO
• Brent Willett, Graphic Designer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Vikings GamePlan Show Open
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Ryan Semanko, Graphic Artist
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild 2014 Playoff Open
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Paul Loomis, Graphic Artist
• Ryan Semanko, Coordinating Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Creative Director
• Maggie J. Kukar, Manager, Broadcasting & Production
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brian Wienholz Composite
KMSP
• Brian Wienholz, Animator
CATEGORY #43
NEWS PRODUCER
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Michael Verlo Composite
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tracy Perlman Composite
WCCO
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
CATEGORY #44A
WRITER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
It Gets Better
Richter Studios
• April Samp, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Choo Choo Bob Show
Birdhouse Holdings - The Choo Choo Bob Show
• Paul Carlson, Writer
• Anthony Bessler, Writer
• Bob Vince, Executive Producer
• Bob Medcraft, Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Past Is Alive Within Us: The U.S. - Dakota Conflict
Twin Cities PBS
• Shari Lamke, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Due North Outdoors, Eh?
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fighting Spirit
Midco Sports Network
• Jolene Loetscher, Writer
CATEGORY #44B
WRITER - NEWS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Andy Fales Covers Iowa
WHO
• Andy Fales, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eric Hanson Composite
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lindsey Seavert Writing Composite
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Livingston Composite
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Writer
CATEGORY #44C
WRITER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Season of Comps
MCG - Mahaska Communication Group
• Jason Van Zetten, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jim Kirwan Composite
Video Arts Studios
• Jim Kirwan, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Great Things
Wideskreen.tv
• Brian Tuttle, Writer
• Sam Scaman, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Run2Gun Season 1 Open
Mud Mile Communications
• Jolene Loetscher, CopyWriter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kevin Myers Composite
KMSP
• Kevin Myers, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kristin Vendsel Composite
KXMC
• Kristin Vendsel, Writer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Basketball Begins Essay with Kevin Love
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Writer
• Trevor Fleck, Writer
• Paul Hipp, Writer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Aaron Seehusen, Public Relations Manager
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Comedy, News, Weather and Sports Composite
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, Writer
CATEGORY #45A
ON-CAMERA TALENT - ANCHOR - NEWS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Breen Composite
KTIV
• Matt Breen, Anchor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jamie Yuccas Composite
WCCO
• Jamie Yuccas, Anchor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anchoring Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Anchor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tiffany O'Donnell Composite
KGAN/KFXA
• Tiffany O'Donnell, Anchor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason DeRusha Composite
WCCO
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dan Winters Composite
WHO
• Dan Winters, Anchor
CATEGORY #45B
ON-CAMERA TALENT - ANCHOR - WEATHER
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
From Balmy to Back to Reality By Way of a Lake Breeze
KQDS
• Jason Sydejko, Chief Meteorologist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jay Trobec
KELO
• Jay Trobec, Chief Meteorologist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kevin Lawrence
KFYR
• Kevin Lawrence, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #45C
ON-CAMERA TALENT - ANCHOR - SPORTS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Keith Murphy Composite
WHO
• Keith Murphy, Sports Anchor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jared Aarons - Composite
KGAN/KFXA
• Jared Aarons, Sports Anchor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dave Schwartz Composite
KARE
• Dave Schwartz, Sports Anchor
CATEGORY #45D
ON-CAMERA TALENT - COMMENTATOR/EDITORIALIST
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Unbranded
MCG - Mahaska Communication Group
• Jason Van Zetten, Commentator
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Interdependence Day
WQOW-TV
• Steve Betchkal, Videojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Illustrated Essays by David Gillette
Twin Cities PBS
• David Gillette, Writer/Illustrator
CATEGORY #45E
ON-CAMERA TALENT - PERFORMER/NARRATOR
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Choo Choo Bob Show
Birdhouse Holdings - The Choo Choo Bob Show
• Sam Heyn, Performer/Narrator
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dr. Chuck Ells
KSTC
• Taylor Stein, On-Air Talent
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jim Schiffman Composite
Lakeville Government Television
• Jim Schiffman, Performer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings: Beyond the Gridiron
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Rick Riley, Narrator
CATEGORY #45F
ON-CAMERA TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rod Simons Composite
rodmedia communications LLC
• Rod Simons, Host
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Making it with Stephany Composite
makingitwithstephany.com
• Stephany Wieland, Host
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
RR the Raccoon - Program Host
Lakeville Government Television
• Jim Schiffman, Host/Puppeeteer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Three Minutes in the Chair
WHO
• Dan Winters, Host
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jennifer Livingston Composite
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Host
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On The Fly
WFTC
• Tony Fly, Host
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mary Lahammer
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jordan Miller Composite
Mud Mile Communications
• Jordan Miller, Host
CATEGORY #45G
ON-CAMERA TALENT - REPORTER - GENERAL ASSIGNMENT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Boyd Huppert Composite
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Esme Murphy Composite
WCCO
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Olstad Composite
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lindsey Seavert Composite
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Your Behavior is Unpredictable & Strange
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz Composite
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Reporter
CATEGORY #45H
SPORTS: ANALYST
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mike Greenlay Composite
Bally Sports North
• Mike Greenlay, Analyst
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jim Petersen Composite
Bally Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wes Walz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Wes Walz, Analyst
CATEGORY #45I
SPORTS: PLAY-BY-PLAY
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Anthony LaPanta Composite
Bally Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play Announcer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brian Shawn Composite
KVLY
• Brian Shawn, Play-by-Play Announcer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
BJ Schaben Composite
Iowa PBS
• BJ Schaben, Play-by-Play Announcer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dave Benz Composite
Bally Sports North
• Dave Benz, Play-by-Play Announcer
CATEGORY #46A
PHOTOGRAPHER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On The Road: One Last Time
KSTP
• David Peterson, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
GameON! Composite
2SEVEN Productions, LLC
• Arthur Kuh, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Past Is Alive Within Us: The US-Dakota Conflict
Twin Cities PBS
• Robert Hutchings, Director Of Photography
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Brennan Vance Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Brennan Vance, Director Of Photography
CATEGORY #46B
PHOTOGRAPHER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound Show Open
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Director/Photographer/Editor
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photographer
• Nicholas Clausen, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Ronald Johnson Composite
KMSP
• Ronald Johnson, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Luminary Commercial Reel
LUMINARY
• Jacob Moyer, Director Of Photography
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Run2Gun Season 1 Open
Mud Mile Communications
• Nate Burdine, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Timberwolves Matchup Promo
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Director Of Photography
• Ryan Noreen, Director
CATEGORY #46C
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Charlie Litchfield Composite
The Des Moines Register
• Charlie Litchfield, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bill Middeke Composite
KARE
• William Middeke, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jonathan Malat Composite
KARE
• Jonathan Malat, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #46D
PHOTOGRAPHER - SPORTS
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Nelson Composite
HawkVision Productions - University of Iowa Athletics Department
• Matt Nelson, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jonathan Malat Composite
KARE
• Jonathan Malat, Photographer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brandon McCauley Composite
WHO
• Brandon McCauley, Photographer
CATEGORY #46E
VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stories of light and sound
WHO
• Eli Gardiner, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Out In The Cold
KSTP
• Jared Bergerson, Photojournalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Walk In The Park: Gooseberry Falls
Ron Schara Productions
• Michael Uss, Videographer/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Phil and Harvey: The 38-year engagement
StarTribune
• Baird Helgeson, Reporter
• McKenna Ewen, Producer
• Jenni Pinkley, Senior Multimedia Producer
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Family Fights for Medical Marijuana - for Paxton's sake
St. Paul Pioneer Press
• Ben Garvin, Video Journalist
CATEGORY #47
VIDEO JOURNALIST
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A gift to honor a sacrifice
12 News/Northwest Community Television
• Delane Cleveland, Photographer/Reporter/Editor
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Homecoming Surprise
KARE
• Dave Berggren, Video Journalist
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Steve Betchkal Composite
WQOW-TV
• Steve Betchkal, Videojournalist
CATEGORY #48
TECHNICAL ACHIEVEMENT
2014 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Goin' to the Lake
WCCO
• Matt Liddy, Producer
• Frank Vascellaro, Talent
• Chris Shaffer, Talent
• Arthur Phillips, Engineer
• Carly Danek, Photographer
• Tom Aviles, Photographer
• Joe Berglove, Photographer
• Jennifer Jimenez, Producer
• Bill Kruskop, Photographer / Engineer
CATEGORY #01A
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME - MARKETS 1-20
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FOX 9 Morning News
KMSP
• Jeffrey Orcutt, Executive Producer
• Carrie Paetow, Producer
• Alix Kendall, Anchor
• Tom Halden, Anchor
• Keith Marler, Anchor
• Dawn Stevens, Anchor/Reporter
• M.A. Rosko, Reporter
• Stephanie Gailhard, Reporter
• Leo Hofmeister, Director
• Christine Bastolich, Director
• Robert Butler, Director
• Steven Rainwater, Director
• Tom Butler, Anchor/Contributor
• Bill Dallman, News Director
• Ron Elmquist, Photographer
• Tom Teeters, Editor
• Russ Weseman, Photographer
• Steve Strom, Photographer
• Tim Niccum, Floor Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Sunrise
KARE
• Julie Anderson, Executive Producer
• Jennifer Griffin, Producer
• Christiaan Simmons, Producer
• Gillian Key, Assoc. Producer
• Kim Insley, Anchor
• Tim McNiff, Anchor
• Bryan Piatt, Reporter
• Sven Sundgaard, Meteorologist
• Laura Betker, Reporter/Meteorologist
• Pete Busch, Traffic Reporter
• Karin Stone, Editor
• Nate Anderson, Editor/Photojournalist
• David Vance, Editor/Photojournalist
• George Marincel, Photojournalist
• Jane Helmke, News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WCCO 4 News This Morning
WCCO
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Bess Ellenson, Executive Producer
• Mike Verlo, Producer
• Nikki Muehlhausen, Producer
• Mike Binkley, Anchor
• Angela Davis, Anchor
• Michael Augustyniak, Meteorologist
• Kate Raddatz, Reporter
• Edward Moody, Reporter
• Wade Mesenbring, Director
• Adam Chernow, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Remembering Officer Decker
KSTP
• Andrea Hubbell, Producer
• Brad Sattin, Anchor
• Vineeta Sawkar, Anchor
CATEGORY #01B
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME - MARKETS 21-140
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Good Morning Northland
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Scott Doane, Producer
• Brittany Falkers, News Anchor
• Ben Dery, Meteorologist
• Daniel Bergh, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WEAU 13 News Sunrise
WEAU
• Andrew Felix, Supervisor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Monticello Fire
KCRG
• Adam Carros, News Director
• Max Walker, Producer
• Rachel Begle, Producer
• Jill Kasparie, Reporter
• Nicole Agee, Anchor
• Ashley Hinson, Anchor
• Megan Benischek, Director
• Toby Meyer, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KELOLAND This Morning-April 10, 2013
KELO-TV
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Dexter Gronseth, Assignment Editor
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
• Jenna Petrak, Web Producer
• Kevin Kjergaard, Chief Photographer
• Alyssa Smith, Producer
• Sarah Bryant, Producer
• Casey Wonnenberg, Anchor/Reporter
• Shawn Neisteadt, Anchor/Reporter
• Brian Karstens, Meteorologist
• Ben Cathey, Meteorologist
• Austin Hoffman, Videojournalist
• Kellee Azar, Videojournalist
• Ben Dunsmoor, Reporter
• Derek Olson, Videojournalist
CATEGORY #01C
NEWSCAST - DAYTIME - MARKETS 141+
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Police Officer Shot
KTIV-TV
• Bridget Breen, News Director/Station Manager
• Matt Breen, Anchor/Producer
• Christy Batien, Content Manager
• Tia Heidebrecht, Chief Photographer
• Kim Wilson, Producer
• Al Joens, Anchor
• Kristen Johnson, Reporter
• Sarah Te Slaa, Reporter
• Greg Fisher, Director
• Riley O'Connor, Weather
• Randy Kascht, Audio
• Vince Welch, Engineer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter Today -- March 5, 2013
KTTC
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Daniel Wolfe, Anchor/Producer
• Krista Corrigan, Producer
• Jess Abrahamson, Anchor/Producer
• Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
• Jonathan Kegges, Meteorologist/Multimedia Journalist
• Chuck Sibley, Chief Photographer
• Curt Pufahl, Internet Director
• Mike Hintz, Director
• Andrew "Ace" Browning, Audio
• Paul Robertson, Asst. Director Of Engineering
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KX News Morning
KXMC-TV
• Jim Olson, News Director & Reporter
• Perry Olson, Anchor
• Amber Wheeler, Morning Weather
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KTTC NewsCenter Today -- May 2, 2013
KTTC
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Krista Corrigan, Producer
• Daniel Wolfe, Anchor/Producer
• Jess Abrahamson, Anchor/Producer
• Ted Schmidt, Meteorologist
• Brie Groves, Multimedia Journalist
• Pat Lund, Sports Director
• Curt Pufahl, Internet Director
• Jason Holland, Director
• Andrew "Ace" Browning, Audio
CATEGORY #02A
NEWSCAST - EVENING - MARKETS 1-20
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 4 News at 10
WCCO-TV
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Matt Liddy, Executive Producer
• Scott Howard, Senior Producer
• Kristin Morris, Producer
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Mark Rosen, Sports Anchor
• Chris Shaffer, Meteorologist
• Jamie Yuccas, Reporter
• Aristea Brady, Reporter
• John Lauritsen, Reporter
• Jason DeRusha, Reporter
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 News at 10 pm
KARE
• Jennifer Young, Producer
• Bea Chang, Field Producer
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Randy Shaver, Anchor
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Monica Hanson, Photojournalist
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photojournalist
• Bill Middeke, Photojournalist
• George Marincel, Photojournalist
• Craig Norkus, Editor
• Belinda Jensen, Meteorologist
• Dave Schwartz, Sports Anchor
• Amy Jensen, Director
• Jane Helmke, News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fox @ 10
KMSP
• Patrick Armijo, Executive Producer
• Ryan Rablin, Producer
• Bill Dallman, VP/News Director
• Marian Davey, Assistant News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Managing Editor
• KEITH BROWN, Operations Manager
• Spencer Driskill, Chief Photographer
• Randy Meier, Anchor
• Ian Leonard, Meteorologist
• Jim Rich, Sports Anchor
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Leah Beno, Reporter
• Bill Keller, Reporter
• Rob King, Editor
• Steve Stark, Director
• Nick Lambert, Assignment Editor
• Carl Jaeger, Assignment Editor
• Annie Koolen, Assignment Editor
• Paul Blume, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO-TV 5pm News
WCCO
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Aaron Beckman, Producer
• Frank Vascellaro, Anchor
• Amelia Santaniello, Anchor
• Chris Shaffer, Meteorologist
• Mike Max, Sports Anchor
• Rachel Slavik, Reporter
• Bill Hudson, Reporter
• Edward Moody, Reporter
CATEGORY #02B
NEWSCAST - EVENING - MARKETS 21-140
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KELOLAND News at 6PM-April 10, 2013
KELO-TV
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Dexter Gronseth, Assignment Editor
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
• Kevin Kjergaard, Chief Photographer
• Jenna Petrak, Web Producer
• Andrew Graning, Producer
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor
• Sammi Bjelland, Anchor
• Jay Trobec, Chief Meteorologist
• Hailey Higgins, Reporter
• Perry Groten, Reporter
• Kelly Bartnick, Reporter
• Derek Olson, Videojournalist
• Casey Wonnenberg, Reporter
• Angela Kennecke, Reporter
• Erich Schaffhauser, Videojournalist
• Michael Simundson, Photographer
• Terry Kjergaard, Photographer
• Jesse Goebel, Photographer
• Thom Morrow, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KDLH 3 News at 6:30
KDLH-TV
• Barbara Reyelts, News Director
• Kevin Jacobsen, Anchor
• Joshua Akkerman, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
CBS 2 News at 10
KGAN/KFXA
• Anna Domoto, Producer
• Jamie Morrissey, Director
• Sadie Hughes, Anchor
• Kelsey Minor, Reporter
• David Scanlon, Reporter
• Kim Wynne, Reporter
• Corey Christiansen, Chief Meteorologist
• Jared Aarons, Sports Anchor
• James Novak, Photojournalist
• Diane Sandberg, Photojournalist
• Sean Walshire, Photojournalist
• Matt Wulfekuhle, Editor
• Nick Weig, Assignment Desk Editor
• Rod Jackson, News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News at 5
KCCI-TV
• Megan Landolt, Producer
• Kevin Cooney, Anchor
• Stacey Horst, Anchor
• Laura Nichols, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
• Vanessa Peng, Reporter
• Spencer Vaughn, Photographer
• Ben Sabal, Photographer
• Kim St. Onge, Reporter
• Marcus McIntosh, Reporter
• Cortney Kintzer, Photographer
• Meredith Garman, Director
• Alex Kuberski, Editor
• John McLaughlin, Meteorologist
• Patrick Bell, Reporter
• Kenny Knutson, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Eyewitness News at Six
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Darren Danielson, News Anchor
• Renee Passal, Reporter
• Alan Hoglund, Reporter
• Dayna Landgrebe, Producer
• Paige Calhoun, Reporter
• Justin Liles, Meteorologist
• Dan Williamson, Sports Director
• John Whaley, Chief Photographer
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
• Carl Sauer, Photographer
• Kyle Aune, Photographer
• Dave Cowardin, Photographer
• Dan Bergh, Photographer
• Sue Holt, Graphics Supervisor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox 28 News at Nine
KFXA-TV
• Cameron Mueller, Producer
• Tiffany O'Donnell, Anchor
• Scott Sanborn, Anchor
• Phillip Platz, Director
• Gabe Erickson, Reporter
• Jason Hackett, Reporter
• James Novak, Photojournalist
• Diane Sandberg, Photojournalist
• Corey Christiansen, Meteorologist
• Landon Stolar, Sports Anchor
• Rod Jackson, News Director
• Amy Kaduce, Executive Producer
• Matt Wulfekuhle, Editor
CATEGORY #02C
NEWSCAST - EVENING - MARKETS 141+
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter at 6 p.m. -- May 2, 2013
KTTC
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Donnie Forti, Content Manager
• Ben Chambers, Producer
• Tom Overlie, Anchor/Producer
• Robin Wolfram, Anchor/Producer
• Randy Brock, Chief Meteorologist
• Pat Lund, Sports Director
• Aubrey Helms, Multimedia Journalist
• Chuck Sibley, Chief Photographer
• Jonathan Kegges, Meteorologist/Multimedia Journalist
• Nicole Goodrich, Multimedia Journalist
• Dymanh Chhoun, Photographer
• Courtney Sturgeon, Multimedia Journalist
• Peter Schuneman, Multimedia Journalist
• Jared Ransom, Multimedia Journalist
• Kelly Keiter, Multimedia Journalist
• Curt Pufahl, Internet Director
• Missy Krogstad, Director
• Matt Sparks, Audio
• John Wilcox, Engineering
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Snow MAYhem Team Coverage
KIMT
• Amy Fleming, Anchor
• Matt Bradley, Anchor
• Adam Sallet, Producer
• Jaime Copley, News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
ABC 6 News at 10 - February 27, 2013
KAAL
• David Springer, News Director
• James Wilcox, Anchor
• Laura Lee, Anchor
• Michael Haberman, Producer
• Peter Leuthardt, Director
• John Doetkott, Reporter
• Ellery McCardle, Reporter
• Stephanie Crock, Reporter
• Chris Kuball, Chief Meteorologist
• Dan Conradt, Reporter
• Caleb Ostrander, Sports Director
• Ben Bicknese, Photographer
• Chad Corey, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
IRGC Site Visit
KTIV
• Bridget Breen, News Director/Station Manager
• Matt Breen, Anchor/Producer
• Christy Batien, Content Manager/Producer
• Kristie VerMulm, Anchor
• Kim Wilson, Producer
• Tia Heidebrecht, Chief Photographer
• Jacob Peklo, Reporter
• Ross Caniglia, Reporter
• Forrest Saunders, Reporter
• Rebecca Varilek, Photographer
• Sarah Te Slaa, Reporter/Anchor
• MaryAnn Farley, Director
• George Kmetty, Audio Operator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter at 5 p.m. -- May 2, 2013
KTTC
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Donnie Forti, Content Manager
• Stephen Rydberg, Producer
• Robin Wolfram, Anchor/Producer
• Randy Brock, Chief Meteorologist
• Aubrey Helms, Multimedia Journalist
• Chuck Sibley, Chief Photographer
• Jonathan Kegges, Meteorologist/Multimedia Journalist
• Courtney Sturgeon, Multimedia Journalist
• Nicole Goodrich, Multimedia Journalist
• Dymanh Chhoun, Photographer
• Peter Schuneman, Multimedia Journalist
• Curt Pufahl, Internet Director
• Timothy Strauss, Director
• Matt Sparks, Audio
• John Wilcox, Engineering
CATEGORY #03A
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND MARKETS 1-20
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 News at 10 pm
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Anchor
• Blake McCoy, Anchor
• Scott Beedy, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Fox @ Nine
KMSP
• Bill Snodgrass, Producer
• Bill Dallman, News Director
• Marian Davey, Assistant News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Managing Editor
• Lori Fisher, Executive Producer
• Randy Meier, Anchor
• TIM BLOTZ, Anchor
• Steve Frazier, Meteorologist
• Jonathan Choe, Reporter
• Paul Blume, Reporter
• IRIS PEREZ, Reporter
• Trace Stump, Producer
• Tom Cousins, Director
• Rob King, Editor
• MISTY RITCHIE, Editor
• Adam Frenz, Asst. Director
• Nick Lambert, Assignment Desk Editor
• Matt Montgomery, Sports Producer
• Dawn Mitchell, Sports Anchor
• Carl Jaeger, Assignment Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO 4 News Sunday 10pm
WCCO-TV
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Tracy Perlman, Producer
• Liz Collin, Anchor
• Jason DeRusha, Anchor
• Lauren Casey, Meteorologist
• Mark Rosen, Sports Anchor
• Reg Chapman, Reporter
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
• Rachel Slavik, Reporter
• Dave Hillestad, TD/Director
CATEGORY #03B
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND MARKETS 21-140
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WHO-TV Channel 13 News at 10
WHO
• Dan Hendrickson, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KCCI 8 News Sunday
KCCI
• Danielle Sauka, Producer
• Emily Price, Anchor
• Todd Magel, Anchor
• John Hoyem, Producer
• Erin Moynihan, Producer
• Shaina Humphries, Reporter
• Ben Sabal, Photographer
• Tom Rapp, Photographer
• Meredith Garman, Director
• Kurtis Gertz, Meteorologist
• Scott Reister, Sports Anchor
• Dave Busiek, News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCRG TV9 Weekend 10:00
KCRG TV9
• Chris Earl, Anchor
• John Campbell, Reporter
• Justin Gehrts, Meteorologist
• Jill Kasparie, Reporter
• Josh Christensen, Sports Anchor
• Jay Knoll, Producer
• Adam Carros, News Director
• Mike Wagner, Managing Editor
• Terri Jo Walter, Director
CATEGORY #03C
NEWSCAST - WEEKEND - MARKETS 141+
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Suspect Shooter Captured
KTIV-TV
• Bridget Breen, News Director/Station Manager
• Christy Batien, Content Manager
• Kristen Johnson, Anchor/Producer
• Jacob Peklo, Reporter
• Rebecca Varilek, Photographer
• George Kmetty, Director
• Darren Johnson, Audio
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KTTC NewsCenter at 10 p.m. -- May 19, 2013
KTTC
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Aubrey Helms, Anchor/Producer
• Jonathan Kegges, Meteorologist
• Eric Lear, Sports
• Peter Schuneman, Multimedia Journalist
• Chuck Sibley, Chief Photographer
• Brandon DeRoo, Director
• Matt Sparks, Audio
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KX News Weekend
KXMC-TV
• Jim Olson, News Director & Reporter
• Jennifer Thogramson, Anchor
• Derek Hackett, Weekend Sports Anchor
CATEGORY #04A
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - WITHIN 24 HOURS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Precarious Place
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• John Drilling, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Five Year Old Boy Shot and Killed in North Minneapolis
KARE 11
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Oh Boy!
KARE
• Rena Sarigianopoulos, Reporter
• Bill Middeke, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
12-12-12 Babies
WHO-TV
• Andy Fales, Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
"Hit Man for Hire"
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• JOHN COTEW, Photographer
CATEGORY #04B
GENERAL ASSIGNMENT REPORT - NO TIME LIMIT
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Drone School
KSTP-TV
• Mark Albert, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Know Before You Tow
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
• Jeff Kraker, Associate Producer
• Jeff Wiltgen, Associate Producer
• John Divall, Associate Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
"In Feeney's Words"
KMSP-TV
• Trish Van Pilsum, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Editor, Photojournalist
• John Michael, Producer
• Doug Solomon, Photojournalist
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
"The Killing Lane"
KMSP TV
• Trish Van Pilsum, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photojournalist
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist
• John Michael, Producer
CATEGORY #05
BREAKING NEWS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Duluth Flooding
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• KARE Staff, Various
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Duluth Flooding
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• Dayna Landgrebe, Producer
• Darren Danielson, News Anchor
• Renee Passal, Reporter
• Alan Hoglund, Reporter
• Paige Calhoun, Reporter
• Justin Liles, Meteorologist
• John Whaley, Chief Photographer
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
• Carl Sauer, Photographer
• Kyle Aune, Photographer
• Dave Cowardin, Photographer
• Daniel Bergh, Photographer
• Sue Holt, Graphics Supervisor
CATEGORY #06
CONTINUING COVERAGE
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Andrew Steen Continuing Coverage Composite
KELO
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Kevin Kjergaard, Chief Photographer
• Austin Hoffman, Videojournalist
• Kellee Azar, Videojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hurricane Sandy
WCCO
• Jamie Yuccas, Reporter
• Tom Aviles, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Church Miracle
WHO
• Aaron Brilbeck, Reporter
• Eli Gardiner, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota in Pakistan
KSTP
• Mark Albert, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Northland Flooding
WDIO
• Steve Goodspeed, News Director
• Jon Ellis, Assistant News Director
• News Staff, News Coverage
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Interview with Christopher Frisch
KAAL
• Brianna Long, Reporter
• Chad Corey, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Durham's Travels
WHO-TV
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
• Mike Borland, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Police Officer Shooting Coverage
KTIV-TV
• Bridget Breen, News Director/Station Manager
• Christy Batien, Content Manager
• Tia Heidebrecht, Chief Photographer
• Kim Wilson, Producer
• Matt Breen, Anchor/Producer
• Kristie VerMulm, Anchor/Producer
• Kristen Johnson, Reporter
• Rebecca Varilek, Photographer
• Jacob Peklo, Reporter
• Sarah Te Slaa, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
"Murder in Cold Spring"
KMSP-TV
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
CATEGORY #07
NEWS SPECIAL
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Return to Pearl Harbor
WXOW
• Amy DuPont, Anchor/Reporter/Producer
• Nick Bjerke, Photographer/ Editor
• Brandon Schockmel, Director
• Steve Bland, Production Assistant
• Sean Dwyer, News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Face It Together Special
KELO
• Beth Jensen, News Director
• Dexter Gronseth, Assignment Editor
• Jaine Andrews, Managing Editor
• Karen Sherman, Senior Web Producer
• Kevin Kjergaard, Chief Photographer
• Anna Peters, Producer
• Don Jorgensen, Anchor/Reporter
• Angela Kennecke, Anchor/Reporter
• Perry Groten, Reporter
• Kelly Bartnick, Videojournalist
• David Brown, Videojournalist
• Brady Mallory, Reporter
• Hailey Higgins, Videojournalist
• Shawn Neisteadt, Reporter
• Ben Dunsmoor, Reporter
• Terry Kjergaard, Photographer
• Michael Simundson, Photographer
• Jesse Goebel, Photographer
• Thom Morrow, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Safe at Home
KARE
• Jennifer Young, Producer
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• Jonathan Malat, Photographer
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photographer
• Bill Middeke, Photographer
• Jeff Kraker, Photographer
• Deb Lyngdal, Photographer
• Randy Shaver, Anchor
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
At Peace Online
KVLY
• Dylan Jacobson, Photographer
• Emily Welker, Reporter
CATEGORY #08
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Daycare Deception
KMSP-TV
• Jeff Baillon, Investigative Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
• Doug Solomon, Photographer
• John Michael, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Person of Interest: 24 Years Later The Jacob Wetterling Case
WCCO
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
"License to Fraud"
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Tomoko Townsley, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Prison Health Costs
KARE
• Scott Seroka, Reporter
• Craig Norkus, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
"Cab"italism
KMSP TV
• Trish Van Pilsum, Reporter
• John Michael, Producer
• Bradley Swagger, Editor, Photojournalist
• Tyler Ryan, Photojournalist
• Doug Solomon, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #09A
FEATURE NEWS REPORT - LIGHT SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Tragic, Triumphant Tale of Twiggy the Waterskiing Squirrel
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Farm Farmington with Love
KARE
• Boua Xiong, Multimedia Journalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lueken's Grocery Store
WCCO
• Rachel Slavik, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Who Are Those Guys
KCCI
• Eric Hanson, Reporter
• Glen Biermann, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Beach Day
KARE
• William Middeke, Producer
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Schoep and John
WCCO-TV
• Rachel Slavik, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Biker Bud
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• John Drilling, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #09B
FEATURE NEWS REPORT - SERIOUS SINGLE STORY/SERIES
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Starting Over
KMSP-TV
• Jeff Baillon, Reporter/Producer
• Bradley Swagger, Photojournalist/editor
• Doug Solomon, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Boy and the Bus
WKBT
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter/editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Saving Grace
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gracie's Room
KARE 11
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fight Like a Girl
WCCO
• John Lauritsen, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
CATEGORY #10
CRIME
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mark Albert Crime Reporting
KSTP-TV
• Mark Albert, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
North Minneapolis
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Bill Middeke, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Young and Armed: The Scourge of Teen Gun Violence
StarTribune
• Jerry Holt, Multimedia Producer
• David Joles, Multimedia Producer
• Matt McKinney, Reporter
• Maya Rao, Reporter
• Jim Gehrz, Executive Producer
• Billy Steve Clayton, Graphic Designer
• Jenni Pinkley, Multimedia Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wire Tap
KMSP-TV
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
• Brian Wiedeke, Photographer
CATEGORY #11A
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT: SINGLE STORY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Oh Say Can You Sing?
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Through our Veins
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• William Middeke, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Music Is My Voice
Bolster
• Jesse Roesler, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Greibrok's Mini History Farm
KSMQ
• Matthew Bluhm, Producer
• Ed Nelson, Photographer
• Jeff Gould, Photographer
• Charles Czech, Managing Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bella Gets Booed
KMSP
• Paul Blume, Reporter
• Timothy Grossklaus, Photographer & Editor
• Steve Peinovich, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The La Crosse Blue Stars
WKBT-TV
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter/Editor
• Rob Born, Photographer
• Kirk Arneson, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hymn Of Rebirth
WHO
• Stephanie Moore, Reporter
• Eli Gardiner, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #11B
ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT: PROGRAM
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Parables: A Symphonic Oratorio
Twin Cities PBS
• Jeffrey Weihe, Producer/Director
• Theresa Meyer, Associate Director
• Val Mondor, Editor
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• David Walsh, Theatrical Director/Producer
• Robert Edwards, Associate Producer
• Jennie Reedquist, Managing Producer
• Shari Lamke, Senior Director, Supervising Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
My Way Back Home: Caroline Smith
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Executive Producer/Director
• Dan Huiting, Director Of Photography
• Kevin Russell, Editor
• BJ Burton, Audio
• Tom Herbers, Audio
• Andre Durand, Camera
• Eli Ljung, Camera
• Chris Hadland, Camera
• Caroline Smith, Music
• Dajana Strong, Design
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Lowertown Line: Trampled By Turtles
Twin Cities Public Television
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• David Roth, Producer/Director
• Katherine McDonald, Associate Producer
• Daniel Huiting, Director Of Photography
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Paul Lopez, Jib Operator
• Tom Keleher, Lead Engineer
• Michael Murnane, Lighting Designer
• Jeffery Murphey, Set Design
• Thomas Franchett, Lighting
• JoAnn Babic, Floor Director
• Maggie "Dessa" Wander, Host
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Marissa Blahnik, Event Producer
• Amy Melin, Event Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Event Producer
• Kate Westlund, Production Assistant
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Soundcheck MN
KARE
• Julie Nelson, Host
• Tacy Mangan, Producer
• Ron Stover, Photojournalist
• Katie Schutrop, Associate Producer
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Jeffrey DeMars, Reporter
• Monica Hanson, Photojournalist
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photojournalist
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Deb Lyngdal, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #12A
BUSINESS/CONSUMER: SINGLE STORY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bird Food For Thought
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Building For Tomorrow
KGAN/KFXA
• Sadie Hughes, Reporter
• Sean Walshire, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rustproofing: Money for Nothing?
WHO
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Pocket Snitch
KMSP
• Jeff Baillon, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Getting Drilled: Unnecessary Tooth Fillings
WHO
• Dan Winters, Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist/Editor
• Bill Schocke, Art Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Formaldehyde in Children's Clothing
KARE
• Lindsey Seavert, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Business Burned
KMSP
• Jody Ambroz, Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer/Editor
CATEGORY #12B
BUSINESS/CONSUMER - PROGRAM
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
North Dakota's Gold Rush
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Bob Crippa, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Created in the Corridor
KGAN/KFXA
• Scott Sanborn, Reporter/Producer
• Dallas Houtz, Photographer/Editor
• Sean Walshire, Photographer/Editor
• Diane Sandberg, Photographer/Editor
• Matt Wulfekuhle, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Transforming the Med City
KTTC
• Jared Ransom, Multimedia Journalist
• Noel Sederstrom, News Director
• Chuck Sibley, Chief Photographer
• Dymanh Chhoun, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lahammer Reports on Business/Consumer Taxes
Twin Cities Public Television
• Mary Lahammer, Anchor/Reporter
• Scott Trotman, Photographer
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Jerry Lakso, Editor
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
CATEGORY #13A
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - SINGLE STORY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Congressional Races
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Allen Costantini, Reporter
• Scott Seroka, Reporter
• Deb Lyngdal, Photojournalist
• George Marincel, Photojournalist
• Aethan Hart, Photojournalist
• Craig Norkus, Photojournalist
• Mike Stern, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
What we don't know about the voter ID amendment
MPR News
• Molly Bloom, Producer
• Curtis Gilbert, Producer
• Jeffrey Thompson, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Campaign Cash: Iowa's Heavy Hitters
WHO-TV
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
• Lee Rouse, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #13B
POLITICS/GOVERNMENT - PROGRAM
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Almanac at the Capitol
Twin Cities Public Television
• Kari Kennedy, Producer
• Mary Lahammer, Anchor/Reporter
• David Gillette, Special Correspondent
• Scott Trotman, Videographer
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• Nathan Reopelle, Editor
• Adam Daniels, Production Assistant
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox @ 6: You Decide
KMSP
• Lori Fisher, Executive Producer
• Ryan Rablin, Producer
• Tom Lyden, Anchor
• Randy Meier, Anchor
• Rob King, Editor
• Marian Davey, Assistant News Director
• Bill Dallman, News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Managing Editor
• Tom Cousins, Director
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Marriage Debate
KARE
• Jennifer Young, Producer
• Karla Hult, Reporter
• Sasha Aslanian, Reporter
• Deb Lyngdal, Photographer
• John Drilling, Photographer
• Cindy Chapman, Producer
CATEGORY #14A
SPORTS - SINGLE STORY/SEGMENT
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Josh's Journey
Bally Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adrian Peterson Makes and Keeps A Special Promise
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Rick Riley, Narrator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Silent Killer
StarTribune
• Jim Gehrz, Photographer/Producer
• Mike Kaszuba, Reporter
• Jenni Pinkley, Associate Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Courage of Caitlin
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
• Chris Ritchie, Editor
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Nick Kesler, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Season of Healing
WXOW-TV
• Amy DuPont, Reporter/Editor
• Nick Bjerke, Photographer/Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bernie Baseball
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine - Boys of Fall
Midco Sports Network
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer/Editor
• Jolene Loetscher, Writer
• Christian Begeman, Photojournalist
• Josh Munce, Photojournalist
• Tom Nieman, Host
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Midco Sports Magazine - Taking the Reins
Midco Sports Network
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer
• Jolene Loetscher, Reporter
• Christian Begeman, Associate Producer
• Tom Nieman, Host
CATEGORY #14B
SPORTS - NEWS SERIES
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Running Man
WKBT-TV
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter/editor
• Kirk Arneson, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Hit You Can't Shake Off
WDIO
• Laura Kennedy, Reporter
• Glenn Kellahan, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tackle Cancer
KARE
• Randy Shaver, Reporter
• Deb Lyngdal, Photojournalist
• Craig Norkus, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #14C
SPORTS - PROGRAM SERIES (OUTSIDE OF NEWS)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Midco Sports Magazine - April 2013
Midco Sports Network
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer
• Jolene Loetscher, Reporter
• Tom Nieman, Reporter
• Jason Andera, Producer
• Brad Dumke, Photojournalist
• Josh Munce, Producer
• Jordon Weideman, Art Director
• Joey Beltrame, Photojournalist
• Christian Begeman, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Becoming Wild Chapter Two: Episode #6 Mikko Koivu
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Manager, Broadcasting & Production
• Dustin Peterson, Shooter & Production Assistant
• Peter Keffer, Editor
• Pat O'Connor, Producer
• Jon Otte, Shooter And Production Assistant
• John Maher, Executive Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings GamePlan
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, FOX Sports North Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, FOX Sports North Coordinating Producer
• Bryan Harper, Vikings Entertainment Network Executive Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Doug Warkenthien, Editor
• Pat Fischer, Photographer
• Paul Allen, Host
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Woog Remembers
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Dan Dettman, Photographer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Through These Doors
University of North Dakota Athletics
• David Folske, Producer/Showrunner
• Eric Classen, Producer
• Peter Bottini, Producer
• Andrew Parr, Assistant Producer/Audio Technician
• Brian Gendreau, Assistant Producer
• Matthew Schill, Executive Producer
• Jayson Hajdu, Supervising Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Wild Live
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Brent Rieland, Producer
• Marshall Ness, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Tom Hanneman, Host
• Marney Gellner, Host
• Kevin Gorg, Host/Analyst
• Wes Walz, Analyst
• Tom Chorske, Analyst
• Mike Greenlay, Analyst
• Ben Clymer, Analyst
CATEGORY #14D
SPORTSCAST
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 Sports
KARE
• Eric Perkins, Sports Anchor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Keith Murphy Sportscast
WHO TV
• Keith Murphy, Sports Director
• Andy Fales, Reporter
• John Sears, Reporter
• Chris Hassel, Reporter
CATEGORY #14E
SPORTS - ONE-TIME SPECIAL
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hockey Day Minnesota
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Brent Rieland, Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Dave Higgins, Director
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Tom Hanneman, Host
• Marney Gellner, Host
• Tom Chorske, Analyst
• Wes Walz, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Analyst
• Casey Hankinson, Analyst
• Mike Greenlay, Analyst
• Doug McLeod, Play-by-Play
• Brendan Burke, Play-by-Play
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Sophia Minnaert, Reporter
• Ben Clymer, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spotlight: Ricky Rubio
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Tom Hanneman, Narrator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Spotlight: Josh Willingham
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Tom Hanneman, Narrator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sandlot Day
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Dave Higgins, Director
• Anthony LaPanta, Host
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Bert Blyleven, Analyst
• Jamie Hersch, Reporter
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
CATEGORY #14F
SPORTS - DOCUMENTARY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Beyond The Gridiron
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Videographer
• Ryan Noreen, Animation/Editor
• Rick Riley, Narrator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
South High: Fighting Against the Odds
StarTribune
• Jason Gonzalez, Reporter
• McKenna Ewen, Multimedia Producer
• Jerry Holt, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
40: Forever
KCCI-TV
• Andy Garman, Producer
• Scott Reister, Photographer
• Tony Seeman, Photographer
• Tom Rapp, Photographer
• Cortney Kintzer, Photographer
• Jeremy Scavo, Photographer
• Kenny Knutson, Photographer
• Jesse Landolt, Editor
CATEGORY #14G
SPORTS - INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Twins Season Opening Special
rodmedia
• Rod Simons, Host/Executive Producer
• Arthur Kuh, Producer/Editor/Videographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Coaching Climate
KARE
• Randy Shaver, Reporter
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photojournalist
• Jonathan Malat, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
THREE MINUTES IN THE CHAIR: Hawkeye Wrestling Coach Tom Brands
WHO
• Dan Winters, Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist/Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
FCS National Championship Pregame Show
KVLY
• Brian Shawn, Co-Host
• Jamal Spencer, Co-Host
• Sean Kelly, Director
• Norm Bell, Reporter/Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Shawn Retires
WHO-TV
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #15A
SPORTING EVENT/GAME - LIVE/UNEDITED - PROGRAM/SPECIAL
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Midco Sports Network Live Summit League Basketball
Midco Sports Network
• Nate Burdine, Executive Producer
• Nathan Aamodt, Producer
• Brian Cooper, Director
• Toby McDonald, Technical Director
• Tom Nieman, Play-by-Play
• Brad Newitt, Color Analyst
• Steve Hallstrom, Sideline Reporter
• Ron Peterson, Chief Broadcast Engineer
• Darrel Nelson, Engineer In Charge
• Jasen Lenz, Broadcast Engineer
• Dan Aspan, Producer
• Jason Andera, Producer
• David Brown, Producer
• Adam Murray, Master Control
• Jordan Dalton, Analyst
• Jeff Harkness, Analyst
• Laura Anderson, Network Support
• Jordon Weideman, Art Director
• Jolene Loetscher, Writer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2013 Boys' State Class 1-A Hockey Final/St. Thomas Academy vs. Hermantown
KSTC
• Dennis Silva, Executive Sports Producer
• Brian Monahan, Producer
• Monica Doyle, Producer
• Joe Johnston, Producer
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Bob Rossborough, Technical Director
• Jim Erickson, Play By Play
• Phil Housley, Color Analyst
• Tori Holt, Sideline Reporter
• Joe Schmit, Studio Host
• Mike McGraw, Studio Analyst
• Ben Clymer, Studio Analyst
• Jonathan Whitney, Graphics
• Seth Holst, Editor
• David Linstad, Photographer
• Nick Tieri, Photographer
• Ravyn Silva, Photographer
• John Salzwedel, Technical Advisor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hockey Day Minnesota 2013
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Brendan Burke, Play-by-Play
• Kevin Gorg, Analyst
• Sophia Minnaert, Reporter
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Marcus Taplin, Photographer
• Chase Fiebig, Production Assistant
• Bob Rohde, Director Of Operations
• Erich Manwarren, Operations Manager
• Patricia Whitney, Operations Coordinator
• Sarah Pechacek, Operations Coordinator
CATEGORY #15B
SPORTING EVENT/GAME - LIVE/UNEDITED - SERIES
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild Season Series
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• Skip Krueger, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
• Mike Greenlay, Analyst
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Ben Clymer, Reporter
• Sarah Servetnick, Graphics
• Bob Rohde, Director Of Operations
• Erich Manwarren, Operations Manager
• Sarah Pechacek, Operations Coordinator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Twins Season Series
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• John Stroh, Producer
• Matt Gangl, Director
• Dave Dittman, Director
• Dave Higgins, Director
• Pat O'Connor, Director
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
• Bert Blyleven, Analyst
• Ron Coomer, Analyst
• Roy Smalley, Analyst
• Jamie Hersch, Reporter
• Kevin Gorg, Reporter
• Bob Rohde, Director Of Operations
• Erich Manwarren, Operations Manager
• Patricia Whitney, Operations Coordinator
• Sarah Pechacek, Operations Coordinator
CATEGORY #16A
WEATHER-SINGLE STORY/SEGMENT
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fargo Flood Fight
KSTP-TV
• Mark Albert, Reporter
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Thirsty Minnesota
KARE
• Greg Vandegrift, Reporter
• John Drilling, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Deep Water, High Spirits
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
• John Drilling, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bad to Worse is Best
KSTP-TV
• Mitch Pittman, Producer
CATEGORY #16B
WEATHER - WEATHERCAST (SEGMENT IN A NEWSCAST)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Fire Explained With an Educational Flare
KQDS
• Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
A Bit of Everything
KCAU
• Fred Hexom, Chief Meteorologist
• Jack Brooks, News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jay Trobec
KELO
• Jay Trobec, Chief Meteorologist
CATEGORY #17A
DOCUMENTARY - CULTURAL
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Asian Flavors
Twin Cities Public Television
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer/Director
• Angela Barrett, Production Assistant
• Fanique Weeks-Kelley, Production Manager
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Jerry Lakso, Online Editor
• Bob Tracy, Executive In Charge
• Pamela McClanahan, Project Consultant
• Phyllis Louise Harris, Co-writer/Project Consultant
• Raghavan Iyer, Presenter
• Shari Lamke, Sr. Director-Supervising Producer
• Lucy Swift, Vice President, MN Productions & Partnerships
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Arrival: Women's Visions for a New Home
KSMQ
• Charles Czech, Producer-Photographer-Editor
• Mary Christen Czech, Producer
CATEGORY #17B
DOCUMENTARY - HISTORICAL
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Light of the Prairie: South Dakota Stained Glass
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Stephanie Rissler, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
I Am A Person
Prairie Public
• Bob Dambach, Executive Producer
• Kim Stenehjem, Producer
• Heidi Nelson, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lost Duluth II
WDSE/WRPT-TV
• Greg Grell, Producer/Writer
• Judy Morrissey, Photographer/Editor
• Pamela Fish, Host
• Nick Clingman, Title Design/Photographer
• Lance Haavisto, Photographer
• Ted Pellman, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Twin Cities PBS
• Mark Fischer, Producer
CATEGORY #17C
DOCUMENTARY - TOPICAL
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Overcoming All Odds to Succeed
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Videographer
• Rick Riley, Narrator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Capture Minnesota
Twin Cities PBS
• Adam Daniels, Producer
• Shari Lamke, Supervising Producer
• Val Mondor, Editor
• McGraw Jones, Videographer
• David Gillette, Host
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
With Impunity: Men & Gender Violence
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Pierce Bergin, Producer/Writer/Director
• Michael Paymar, Project Consultant
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer
• Fanique Weeks-Kelley, Production Manager
• Jim Kron, Director Of Photography
• Val Mondor, Online Editor
• Bob Tracy, Executive In Charge
• Shari Lamke, Director Of Production
• Lucy Swift, Vice President Of Minnesota Productions And Partnerships
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WEAU 13 News - The Tall Tower
WEAU-TV
• Andrew Felix, Producer
CATEGORY #18
CHILDREN (12 & UNDER)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
TV9 Storm Team WX Academy: Beyond the Classroom
KCRG
• Charlene Becka, Executive Producer
• Greg Wolgast, Producer, Editor
• First Alert Storm Team, Talent
• Brian Fahrner, Photographer
• Cindy Ek, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Draven's Wish
WKBT-TV
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter/editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Choo Choo Bob Show
Birdhouse Holdings, LLC / The Choo Choo Bob Show
• Bob Vince, Executive Producer
• Bob Medcraft, Producer
• Andy Grund, Director
• Mark Har, 1st Assistant Director
• Rich Kronfeld, Producer
• Paul Carlson, Producer
• Joe Martin, Producer
• Sam Heyn, Associate Producer
• Wilson Webb, Associate Producer
• Christiana Clark, Actor - Ticket Agent Cee Cee
• Emily Fradenburgh, Actor - Engineer Emily
• Paul Howe, Actor - Engineer Paul
• Charles Hubbell, Actor - Charlie Rat
• Randy Reyes, Actor - Randy The Planner
• David Tufford, Actor - Conductor Dave
• Bryan Axell, Production Designer
• Nikki Martin, Continuity
• Nick Kesler, Camera Operator
• Gerard Bonnette, Studio Audio Mixer
• Chris Malone, Chief Technician
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Can-Do Girls
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
CATEGORY #19
TEEN (13 AND UP)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Teen's Warning: How a Bike Helmet Saved My Life
WCCO
• Esme Murphy, Reporter
• Garrett Young, Photojournalist
• David Porter, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Hookah Hoopla
KMSP TV
• John Michael, Producer
• Trish Van Pilsum, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Editor/Photographer
• Tyler Ryan, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
It Gets Better
WHO
• Lynn Melling, Reporter
• Travis Jungling, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Movement 515
WHO-TV
• Erin Kiernan, Reporter
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
CATEGORY #20
EDUCATION/SCHOOLS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rochester's Hidden Problem: Homeless Youth
KAAL
• James Wilcox, Reporter
• Chad Corey, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ruth's Place
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Old School
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
CATEGORY #21A
HEALTH/SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - SINGLE STORY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
David's Dancing Eyes
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
High-Tech Humanitarians
KSTP
• Chris Egert, Reporter
• Phil Thiesse, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eagles 4 Kids
WKBT-TV
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter/editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
No Charge, No Chance
KMSP-TV
• Jeff Baillon, Reporter/Producer
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Missing Moose
KARE
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Craig Norkus, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Barriers to Care
WQOW-TV
• Andrea Albers, Reporter & Producer
• Kyle Jorgenson, Videographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Silent Killer: Radon in Iowa Schools
WHO
• Dan Winters, Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist/Editor
• Bill Schocke, Art Director
CATEGORY #21B
HEALTH/SCIENCE/ENVIRONMENT - PROGRAM
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Kasson Cancers - One Year Later
KAAL
• Laura Lee, Reporter
• Chad Corey, Photographer
• David Springer, News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nourish Hope: Progress Starts With Food
Twin Cities PBS
• Steve Spencer, Producer
• John Kendall, Managing Producer
• Amanda Reardon, Line Producer
• Alauna Yust, Production Assistant
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Vern Norwood, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Ben Malley, Graphic Designer
• Valerie Mondor, Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Audio Sweetening
• Robert Hutchings, Editor
• Sam Papai, Field Producer
• Holly Donato, Partner
• Dr. Bob Arnot, Field Producer & Reporter
• Shari Lamke, Sr. Director, Supervising Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Lucy Swift, Vice President, MN Productions & Partnerships
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Project H2O
KARE
• Julie Anderson, Producer
• Cindy Chapman, Producer
• Stacey Nogy, Executive Producer
• Jay Olstad, Reporter
• Allen Costantini, Reporter
• Bob Crippa, Photojournalist
• Gary Knox, Photojournalist
• Belinda Jensen, Reporter/Anchor
• Randy Shaver, Anchor
• Julie Nelson, Anchor
• Ron Stover, Photojournalist
• Jim Douglas, Photojournalist
• Greg Vandegrift, Reporter
• Craig Norkus, Photojournalist
• Jonathan Malat, Photojournalist
• Nate Anderson, Photojournalist
• Tom Cornell, Photojournalist
• Amy Schmieg, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Core Story
Vox Pop Video
• Cliff Dahlberg, Producer
• Michael Sutz, Producer
• John Whitehead, Producer
• Jon Springer, Camera
• Matt Ehling, Camera
• Adrian Danciu, Camera
• Dan Wittenberg, Camera
CATEGORY #22A
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - SINGLE STORY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Film Finale
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
History Served Hot
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Lake Lillian Man
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Producer/Photographer
• Kevin Russell, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Market to Market - Temple Grandin Profile
Iowa PBS
• David Miller, Producer/Director
• John Torpy, Videographer
• Steve Carns, Videographer
• Wynn Winberg, Videographer
• John Nichols, Executive Producer/Writer
• Chad Aubrey, Post-Production Editor
• Tiffany Cleghorn, Production Assistant/Transcriptionist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Capturing a Community
Twin Cities Public Television
• Amy Melin, Producer
• Daniel Huiting, Director Of Photography
• Katherine McDonald, Associate Producer
• Joel Jameson, Field Audio
• Brian Wagner, Online Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Joel Zimmerman, Production And Web Coordinator
• David Roth, Managing Producer
• Norbert Een, Senior Managing Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
CATEGORY #22B
HISTORIC/CULTURAL/NOSTALGIC - PROGRAM
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tradition on the Move
The Des Moines Register
• Rodney White, Photographer/Editor
• Kyle Munson, Reporter
• Charlie Litchfield, Photographer/Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota's Fiercest Fires
Twin Cities Public Television
• Mary Lahammer, Producer & Host
• Jerry Lakso, Editor
• Scott Trotman, Photographer
• David Gillette, Pyrotechnics
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jackie Robinson Day
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Chris Withers, Producer
• Vanessa Lambert, Producer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Aviation Storytellers-The Tail Gunner and the Navigator
North Metro TV
• Damian Kussian, Producer, Director, Cinematographer, Editor
• Olga Lezhepekova, Editor, Cinematographer
• Ariana Nyman, Cinematographer, Editor
• Dale DiMassi, Additional Camera Operator
• Matt Waldron, Graphics/Special FX
• Brian Bradbury, Assistant Editor
CATEGORY #23A
MILITARY - SINGLE STORY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
A Father's Wish
KARE
• Jana Shortal, Reporter
• Monica Hanson, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dogs On Duty
WHO-TV
• Sam Musser, Photojournalist
• Jannay Towne, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Healing Waters
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Small Town, Big Secret
KDLT-TV
• Philip McIlrath, Reporter/Producer
CATEGORY #23B
MILITARY - PROGRAM
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Marching Orders
WXOW-TV
• Amy DuPont, Anchor/Reporter/Producer/Editor
• Mark Bronson, Photographer/Editor
• Brandon Schockmel, Director/Editor
• Steve Bland, Production Assistant
• Nick Bjerke, Production Assistant
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bridging War and Hope
Twin Cities PBS
• Luke Heikkila, Producer, Videographer, Off-line Editor
• Jerry Lakso, On-line Editor
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Shari Lamke, Director Of Production
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Skies Over Iowa
KCCI-TV
• Amanda Lewis, Reporter
• Mike Sims, Photographer
CATEGORY #24
INFORMATIONAL/INSTRUCTIONAL - SINGLE STORY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On Thin Ice
WCCO-TV
• Rachel Slavik, Reporter
• David Porter, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fish Mobi! Fish On!
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Writer, Producer, Talent
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Winter Driving 101
KARE
• Boyd Huppert, Producer
• Jonathan Malat, Photographer
• Jeff Kraker, Photographer
• John Divall, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Nomadic Press
Twin Cities Public Television
• Marissa Blahnik, Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Skip Davis, Editor
• Ezra Gold, Online Editor
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Joel Zimmerman, Production + Web Coordinator
• David Roth, Managing Producer
• Norbert Een, Senior Managing Producer
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Mushroom Man
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer, Editor
• Ron Schara, Writer, Producer
CATEGORY #25A
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION - SINGLE STORY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Three Minutes in the Chair: A Year in the Chair
WHO
• Dan Winters, Reporter
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist/Editor
• Mike Borland, Photojournalist/Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
In Their Own Words
Hennepin County
• Tomoko Townsley, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Carolyn Marinan, Executive Producer
• Steven Voeller, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #25B
INTERVIEW/DISCUSSION - PROGRAM
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Redesigning MN: Educating the Workforce
Twin Cities PBS
• Lisa Blackstone, Producer/Writer/Editor
• Pamela M. Palan, Series Producer
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• Fanique Weeks Kelley, Line Producer
• Robert Edwards, Segment Producer
• David Gillette, Special Correspondent
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• JoAnn Babic, Technical Director
• David Bales, Studio Camera
• McGraw Jones, Studio Camera
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Mitch Griffin, Field Audio
• Eric Pagel, Field Audio
• Johnny Hagen, Mix And Sound Design
• Val Mondor, Online Editor
• Brendan Henehan, Executive Producer
• Shari Lamke, Senior Director, Supervising Producer
• Bill Hanley, Vice President, Public Engagement
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
In My Own Words: Rick Adelman
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Tom Hanneman, Host
• Paul Hipp, Producer
• Ralph Gasow, Photographer
• Mike Novak, Photographer
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Taste of the NFL Super Bowl Special
rodmedia communications LLC
• Rod Simons, Host/Executive Producer
• Arthur Kuh, Producer/Editor/Videographer
CATEGORY #26
MAGAZINE
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Due North Outdoors!
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Writer/Producer/Talent
• Eric Parker Andersen, Story Editor
• Don Stremski, Online Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Ingredient: Apples Episode
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Producer/Director
• Charity Nebbe, Host
• Brian Vandell, Director
• Phil Blobaum, Videographer
• Steve Carns, Videographer
• Scott Faine, Videographer
• Rick Fuller, Videograhper
• John Torpy, Videographer
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• Chad Aubrey, Audio
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Neal Kyer, Video
• Russ Wall, Engineer In Charge
• Theresa Knight, Floor Director
• Tiffany Cleghorn, Production Assistant
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Backstage Pass with Julie Nelson
KARE
• Julie Nelson, Host
• Tacy Mangan, Producer
• Craig Norkus, Photojournalist
• Ron Stover, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
13 Cares
WHO-TV
• Erin Kiernan, Producer
• Brandon McCauley, Photojournalist
• Randy Schumacher, Editor
• Mike Borland, Photojournalist
• Jeff Felton, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Original: JoAnn Verburg, Marion McClinton + Cloud Cult
Twin Cities Public Television
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• Amy Melin, Field Producer
• David Roth, Managing Producer
• Katherine McDonald, Associate Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer + Narrator
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Daniel Huiting, Director Of Photography/Editor
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Ryan Thompson, Director Of Photography/Lighting
• Joel Zimmerman, Production + Web Coordinator
• Mitch Griffin, Field Audio
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Brandon Burton, Cloud Cult Audio Mix
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Bound
Ron Schara Productions
• Eric Parker Andersen, Photographer, Editor
• Bill Sherck, Producer, Host
• Don Stremski, Online Editor, Closed Captioner
• Aaron Achtenberg, Photographer, Editor
• Michael Uss, Photographer, Editor
• Nick Clausen, Photographer, Editor
• Ron Schara, Writer, Host, Producer
• Kelly McDonnell, Writer, Production Coordinator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
On The Road: Destination China
KSTP
• David Peterson, Photographer, Editor, Co-Producer
• Jason Davis, Executive Producer, Host
CATEGORY #27A
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - SINGLE STORY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Top 8 Bad Driving Habits
KCCI
• Todd Magel, Reporter
• Jeremy Scavo, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Somali Minnesotans: the People of Minnesota, most Minnesotans Hardly Know
KARE
• Karla Hult, Reporter
• Gary Knox, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Women Gamblers
KARE
• Julie Nelson, Reporter
• Tacy Mangan, Producer
• Deb Lyngdal, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Silica Sand
KMSP
• John Michael, Producer
• Trish Van Pilsum, Reporter
• Bradley Swagger, Photographer
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The 'Tech Talk': Keeping Kids In Line Online
WEAU
• Megan Lowry, Multimedia Journalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Foreign Adoption Journey
KAAL
• Laura Lee, Reporter
• Chad Corey, Photographer
• David Springer, News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Synthetic City
KCRG
• Wiley Schatz, Photojournalist
• Mark Carlson, Reporter
CATEGORY #27B
PUBLIC/CURRENT/COMMUNITY AFFAIRS - PROGRAM
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Inside the Mind of the Level III Sex Offender
KAAL
• Laura Lee, Reporter
• Chad Corey, Photographer
• Ben Bicknese, Photographer
• David Springer, News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Deadly Addiction
WXOW-TV
• Amy DuPont, Anchor/Reporter/Producer
• Dave Solie, Anchor/Reporter
• Heather Armstrong, Reporter
• Pete Zervakis, Reporter
• John Schmidt, Photographer/Editor
• Jimmy Kruckow, Photographer/Editor
• Brandon Schockmel, Director
• Steve Bland, Production Assistant
• Maggie Skolos, Production Assistant
• Brittany Lough, Production Assistant
• Brenda Ellefson, Production Assistant
• Mark Bronson, Photographer
• Sean Dwyer, Executive Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Violet's Story
WHO-TV
• Sonya Heitshusen, Reporter
• Randy Schumacher, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Uneasy Street
WDIO
• Alan Hoglund, Reporter
• Desten Johnson, Photographer
CATEGORY #28
SPECIAL EVENT COVERAGE (OTHER THAN NEWS OR SPORTS)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Christmas at Luther: Tidings of Comfort and Joy
Twin Cities Public Television
• Lisa Blackstone, Producer
• Jeffrey Weihe, Director
• Theresa Meyer, Associate Director
• John Kendall, Managing Producer
• Carrie Clark, Associate Producer
• Jeffrey Murphrey, Scenic Designer
• Skip Davis, Editor
• Mike Murnane, Lighting Director
• Mitch Griffin, Audio Director
• Tom Keleher, Production Supervisor
• Rich Brown, Recording Engineer
• Jim Kron, Camera
• Michael Phillips, Camera
• Paul Lopez, Jib Camera
• Ben Malley, Graphic Design
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer, Arts & Cultural Productions
• Allen Hightower, Artistic Director
• Eric Ellingsen, Musical Production Manager
• Katie Seidel, Score Reader
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tribute to the Troops
Pioneer Public Television
• Dana Johnson, Executive Producer
• Jake VanEvery, Photographer/Editor
• Andrea Singleton, Producer
• Timothy Bakken, Production Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Rock The Garden 2012
Twin Cities Public Television
• Ashleigh V. Rowe, Senior Series Producer
• David Roth, Managing Producer
• Katherine McDonald, Associate Producer
• Brittany Shrimpton, Associate Producer
• Joel Zimmerman, Production + Web Coordinator
• Kate Westlund, Production Assistant
• David Bales, Videographer
• Matt Ehling, Videographer
• Jon Springer, Videographer
• Ryan Thompson, Videographer
• Daniel Huiting, Editor
• Adam Geiger, Editor
• Mitch Griffin, Post Production Audio
• Joseph Demko, Post Production Audio
• Ezra Gold, Additional Audio
• Alauna Yust, Production Assistant
• Dianne Steinbach, Executive Producer
• Terry O'Reilly, Cheif Content Officer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Off 90 Presents Galactic Cowboy Orchestra
KSMQ
• Charles Czech, Producer
• Matthew Bluhm, Associate Producer
• Rodney Lundstrom, Director-Lighting Director
• Larry Eckblad, Engineer
• Timothy Gassmann, Engineer
• Jeff Gould, Camera-Editor
• George Sirbasku, Camera
• Michael Whitney, Audio Engineer
• Tim McCleary, Camera
• Shawn Lewis, Camera
• Gregory Kolbjornsen, Camera
• Suzi Stone, Stage Manager
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Nutcracker Ballet
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Producer/Director
• Phil Blobaum, Camera
• Steve Carns, Camera
• Scott Faine, Camera
• Rick Fuller, Camera
• John Torpy, Camera
• Chad Aubrey, Editor/Video
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• Brian Vandell, Editor
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Russ Wall, Engineer In Charge
• Cameron McCoy, Assistant Director
• Josh Buettner, Graphics
• Joe Bustad, Graphics
• Tiffany Cleghorn, Production Assistant
• Laura Shannon, Production Supervisor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
MN Opera's "Silent Night"
Moving Pictures, Inc.
• Joe Brandmeier, Producer
• Kevin Ramach, Executive Producer
• Patrick Dewane, Executive Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Cinderella Ballet
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Producer/Director
• Cameron McCoy, Assistant Director/Producer
• Phil Blobaum, Camera
• Steve Carns, Camera
• Scott Faine, Camera
• Rick Fuller, Camera/Crew Chief
• John Torpy, Camera
• Neal Kyer, Editor/Video
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Russ Wall, Engineer In Charge
• Alisa Dodge, Graphics
• Tracey Kelley, Narrator
• Tiffany Cleghorn, Production Assistant
• Laura Shannon, Production Supervisor
CATEGORY #29
INTERSTITIAL
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
TPTMN Celebrates 10 years of Partnership Filler
Twin Cities PBS
• Shari Lamke, Producer
• Alauna Yust, Field Producer
• Angela Barrett, Field Producer
• Lucy Swift, Vice President MN Productions & Partnerships
• Terry O'Reilly, Chief Content Officer
• Erica Winegar, Communications Coordinator
• Jim Kron, Videographer
• Michael Phillips, Videographer
• Val Mondor, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rollag Promo
Pioneer Public Television
• Timothy Bakken, Producer/Photographer/Editor
• Andrea Singleton, Producer
• Jake VanEvery, Photographer
• Ken Speake, Producer
• Andy Garske, Photographer
CATEGORY #30A
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSA) - SINGLE SPOT
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
We Need More Heroes
Fat Cat Productions
• Les Sholes, Writer, Director, Producer
• Donna Wolfe-Sholes, Production Manager
• Lin Glimm, Assistant Director
• Brittany Lazur, Make-up Artist
• David Waterman, Director Of Photography/Audio/Editor
• Johnathan Waterman, Gaffer/Grip
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
End School Violence
FUBOT Pictures
• Gerald Jones, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Recycle Half :30 PSA
Hennepin County
• Robert Edwards, Producer/Director
• Angie Timmons, Executive Producer
• Carolyn Marinan, Executive Producer
• Steven Voeller, Executive Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Summer Harvest Fundraiser
KSTP-TV
• Henry Schneider, Producer
• Kate Bendell, Marketing Manager
• Shawn Braith, Executive Producer
• Paul Gaulke, Executive Producer
• Pepe Barton, Assistant Camera
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
"The Detective"
Edina Community Channel 16
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Executive Producer
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Emilie Kastner, Writer
• Noah Denfeld, Actor
CATEGORY #30B
COMMUNITY/PUBLIC SERVICE (PSAS) - CAMPAIGN
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
ClearCause Foundation Campaign
A2F Pictures
• Mark Mazur, Director
• James Rautmann, Director
• Trent Hilborn, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
"Go Green, Edina"
Edina Community Channel 16
• Jennifer Bennerotte, Writer
• Steve Christiansen, Producer
• Kaylin Martin, Actress
• Scott Denfeld, Producer
• Kara Denfeld, Actress
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
South Dakota My Life Website
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Dave Foote, Editor
• Fritz Miller, SDPB Director Of Marketing
• Megan Lahr, SDMyLife/Student Services Specialist
• Brian Gevik, Producer
• Sarah Carter, Director Of Curriculum, Career And Technical Education
• Sam Shaw, Voice Talent/Education Program Specialist
CATEGORY #31A
PROMOTION: NEWS - SINGLE SPOT
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Winter Weather App
KMSP
• Nick Abdo, Senior Producer/Editor/Director
• Kevin Myers, Writer/Creative Director
• David Pint, Shooter
• Seth Gow, Producer
• Keith Marler, Actor
• Ian Leonard, Actor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Spring Severe Weather
KSTP-TV
• Pepe Barton, Director - Editor
• David Linstad, Grip
• Shawn Braith, Promotion Manager
• Paul Gaulke, Creative Services Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Proud to be celebrating 60 Years
KCAU
• Brian Plantenberg, Promotion Manager
• Jack Brooks, Assistant News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Touring the Sioux City Stars
KTIV
• David Washburn, Producer/Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Big Fans: Hot Tub
KMSP FOX 9
• Kevin Myers, Creative Director
• David Pint, Editor
• Nick Abdo, Assistant Producer
• Seth Gow, Audio Technician
• Scott Brady, VP Of Creative Services
• Tom Halden, Hot Tub Diver/Performer
• Karen Scullin, Hot Tub Diver/Performer
CATEGORY #31B
PROMOTION: NEWS - IMAGE
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO Morning Mascots
WCCO-TV
• Casey Kespohl, Director
• Jodi Oelfke, EP/Editor
• Errol Allmacher, Photographer/Editor
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• Michael Marrone, Lighting
• Todd Megrund, LIghting
• Chad Haag, Art Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2012 News Image Campaign
KSTP-TV
• Pepe Barton, Director - Editor
• Henry Schneider, Director - Editor
• Matt Kane, Photographer
• Shawn Braith, Promotion Manager
• Paul Gaulke, Creative Services Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Big Fans Campaign
KMSP
• Kevin Myers, Creative Director
• David Pint, Editor
• Nick Abdo, Location Scout
• Seth Gow, Videographer
• Scott Brady, VP Of Creative Services
CATEGORY #31C
PROMOTION: PROGRAM - SINGLE SPOT
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lynx “Earning Another”
Bally Sports North
• Tod Lavanty, Writer/Producer/Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO Game On!
WCCO-TV
• Scott Wooldridge, Executive Producer
• Casey Kespohl, Director
• Jodi Oelfke, Producer/Editor
• Burke Daneman, Producer
• Steve Speers, Director Of Photography
• Errol Allmacher, AC
• Sev Pearman, LIghting Director
• Chad Haag, Art Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota State High School League Promotion
KSTC
• David Linstad, Writer/Producer/Director/Editor
• Shawn Braith, Executive Producer
• Dennis Silva, Producer
• Joe Johnston, Marketing Manager
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Antiques Roadshow In Rapid City
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
• Dave Foote, Producer/Editor
• Joe Tlustos, Voice Talent
• Fritz Miller, SDPB Director Of Marketing
CATEGORY #31D
PROMOTION: PROGRAM - IMAGE/CAMPAIGN
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
C. More Simpsons Themes
WFTC
• J.D. Mayes, Writer-Producer-Editor-Graphics
• Jim Peters, Animator
• Jeremiah Gamble, Voiceover
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
5 Eyewitness News State Fair Campaign
KSTP-TV
• Henry Schneider, Producer
• Shawn Braith, Executive Producer
• Pepe Barton, Camera Assistant
• Paul Gaulke, Executive Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Weather App Campaign
KMSP
• Nick Abdo, Senior Producer/Editor/Director
• Kevin Myers, Writer/Creative Director
• David Pint, Shooter
• Seth Gow, Producer
• Keith Marler, Actor
• Ian Leonard, Actor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO Thanks
WCCO-TV
• Casey Kespohl, Director
• Jodi Oelfke, Producer/Editor
• Raul Cadena, Director Of Photography
• Michael Marrone, Lighting Director
• Chad Haag, Art Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timberwolves on My29
WFTC-TV
• Kevin Myers, Creative Director
• Seth Gow, Producer
• J.D. Mayes, Producer
• David Pint, Producer
• Scott Brady, VP Of Creative Services
CATEGORY #32A
COMMERCIAL - SINGLE SPOT
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Seward Co-op: "40 Year Anniversary"
Comcast Spotlight
• Peter Giebink, Writer/Producer/Director/Co-Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Willingham Walkoff
FOX Sports North
• Charlie Callahan, Executive Creative Director
• Tom Witkowski, Associate Creative Director
• Jesse Bodell, Senior Art Director
• Abby Stavig, Agency Producer
• Ian Corbin, Editor
• Jenna Danna, Creative Coordinator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vanimal
Periscope
• Charlie Callahan, Executive Creative Director
• Tom Witkowski, Associate Creative Director
• Jesse Bodell, Senior Art Director
• Abby Stavig, Agency Producer
• Ian Corbin, Editor
• Jenna Danna, Creative Coordinator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Park Dental "Save a Tooth"
KSTP
• Todd Obernolte, Producer Director Editor
• Brian Stemmler, Director Of Photography
• Nick Tieri, Director Of Photography
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Holiday Energy Savings
Alliant Energy
• Kurt Sempf, Director Of Creative And Production Services
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director
• Seth Smith, Art Director
• Jake Vardaman, Art Director
• Wes James, Animation Editor
CATEGORY #32B
COMMERCIAL - CAMPAIGN
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Carlson School of Management: Alumni Stories
Bolster
• Jesse Roesler, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Bobblehead Theatre
Periscope
• Charlie Callahan, Executive Creative Director
• Tom Witkowski, Associate Creative Director
• Jesse Bodell, Senior Art Director
• Abby Stavig, Agency Producer
• Ian Corbin, Editor
• Jenna Danna, Creative Coordinator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Riverside Casino - Larry and Marge
Riverside Casino
• Kurt Sempf, Director Of Creative And Production Services
• Michael Zydzik, Creative Director
• Cindy Ek, Producer
• Seth Smith, Art Director
• Jake Vardaman, Art Director
• Wes James, Video Editor
• Brian Fahrner, Videographer
• George Curtis, Assistan Producer
• Greg Wolgast, Production Assistant
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Show Your Horns
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Erin Swartz, Marketing Director
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Videographer
• Rick Riley, Narrator
• Dannon Hulskotter, Director, Marketing & Business Development
CATEGORY #33
STATION EXCELLENCE
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KMSP FOX 9 STAY CONNECTED
KMSP
• Carol Rueppel, VP And General Manager
• Bill Dallman, VP And News Dierctor
• Kelly Huffman, Managing Editor
• Marian Davey, Assistant News Director
• Lori Fisher, Executive Producer
• Kevin Myers, Creative Manager
• Patrick Armijo, Executive Producer
• Jeffrey Orcutt, Excutive Producer
• KEITH BROWN, Operations Manager
• Ian Leonard, Chief Meteorologist
• John Michael, Special Projects Manager
• Spencer Driskill, Chief Photojournalist
• Scott Brady, VP Of Creative Services
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Lakeland Public Television
Lakeland Public Television
• Dennis Weimann, News Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Station Excellence
WCCO-TV
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Brien Kennedy, General Manager
• Ann Ouellette, Controller
• Scott Wooldridge, Creative Services Director
• Casey Kespohl, Brand Manager
• Gary Kroger, Director Of Engineering
• Tom Bourassa, Director Of Sales
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• KARE 11 Staff, Staff
CATEGORY #34
NEWS EXCELLENCE
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
KARE 11 News
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• KARE 11 Staff, Staff
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KCCI 8 News Excellence
KCCI-TV
• Dave Busiek, News Director
• Dana Cardin, Assistant News Director
• Tom Torpy, Assignment Manager
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Fox 9 News
KMSP
• Lori Fisher, Executive Producer
• Bill Dallman, News Director
• Marian Davey, Assistant News Director
• Kelly Huffman, Managing Editor
• Patrick Armijo, Executive Producer
• Jeffrey Orcutt, Executive Producer
• Keith Brown, Operations Manager
• Mike Durkin, Web Manager
• Spencer Driskill, Chief Photographer
• Carol Rueppel, General Manager
CATEGORY #35
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
KARE 11 in the Community
KARE
• Jane Helmke, News Director
• KARE 11 Staff, Staff
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Girls & Science Camapign
KMSP
• Scott Brady, VP Of Creative Services
• Carol Rueppel, VP And Geenral Manager
• Bill Dallman, VP And News Dierctor
• Kevin Myers, Creative Manager
• Bill Snodgrass, News Producer
• Ian Leonard, Chief Meteorologist
• Keith Marler, FOX 9 Meteorologist
• Pam Silverman, Sales And Client Manager
• Meghan Flaagan, Community Producer
• Becky Parenteau, Sales Marketing Coordinator
CATEGORY #36
INTERACTIVITY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gopher Hockey, Scan QR Code for Highlights
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Michael Malmgren, Director
• Becky Ross, Director Of Media Relations
• Peter Anderson, Producer
• Joe Jansen, Digital Content Manager
• Jim Bothun, Production Assistant
• Robert Swansen, Production Assistant
• Chase Fiebig, Production Assistant
• Christian Rangel, Production Assistant
• Nick Johnson, Production Assistant
• Nick Weaver, Production Assistant
• Matt Laaksonen, Production Assistant
• Marcus Taplin, Production Assistant
• Cecilie Carter, Account Manager At Phizzle
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
WCCO Weather Watcher Network
WCCO-TV
• Scott Wooldridge, Director Of Promotion & Production
• Casey Kespohl, Creative Director
• Michael J Caputa, News Director
• Gary Kroger, Director Of Engineering & Operations
CATEGORY #37
MUSICAL COMPOSITION/ARRANGEMENT
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Clouds
Zach Sobiech Osteosarcoma Fund
• Zach Sobiech, Songwriter And Performer
• Karl Demer, Song Producer
• Mike Rominski, Video Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Choo Choo Bob Show: Music Composition
Birdhouse Holdings, LLC / The Choo Choo Bob Show
• Dave Russ, Music Composer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Park Nicollet Be You Jingle
KSTC
• Todd Obernolte, Creative Director
• Emma Jayne, Composer Performer
• Eddie Seslowsky, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
AMSOIL Championship Snocross theme song
Long Haul Productions
• Joe Harewicz, Executive Producer
• John Daniels, President
• Bryan Shackle, Producer
CATEGORY #38
AUDIO
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
JD Mayes Audio Composite
WFTC
• J.D. Mayes, Writer-Producer-Editor-Graphics
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Brad Swagger
KMSP
• Bradley Swagger, Audio Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Lowertown Line
Twin Cities Public Television
• Mitch Griffin, Audio Mixer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jack Klatt and the Cat Swingers " Life's A Drag"
Twin Cities PBS
• Joseph Demko, 38
CATEGORY #39
LIGHTING
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Choo Choo Bob Show
Birdhouse Holdings, LLC
• Mike Welckle, Director Of Photography / Lighting Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Gophers Hockey Introduction Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Videographer
CATEGORY #40A
DIRECTOR - NEWSCAST, LIVE OR LIVE-TO-TAPE
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Joe Brandmeier
Moving Pictures, Inc.
• Joe Brandmeier, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Amy Schmelzer
KCCI
• Amy Schmelzer, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adam Chernow
WCCO-TV
• Adam Chernow, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alex Cooper
KMSP
• Alex Cooper, Director
CATEGORY #40B
DIRECTOR - SPORTS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dave Dittman
Bally Sports North
• Dave Dittman, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Steve Brockhaus
NWCT/Channel 12
• Steve Brockhaus, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Matt Gangl
Bally Sports North
• Matt Gangl, Director
CATEGORY #40C
DIRECTOR - POST-PRODUCTION, SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Henry Schneider Directing Composition
KSTP-TV
• Henry Schneider, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
State of Hockey Anthem
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Manager, Broadcasting & Production
• Paul Loomis, Producer
CATEGORY #40D
DIRECTOR - ACP OPERATOR
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Alex Cooper
KMSP
• Alex Cooper, Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Adam Chernow
WCCO
• Adam Chernow, APC Operator/Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dave Hillestad
WCCO
• Dave Hillestad, Director
CATEGORY #41A
EDITOR - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Choo Choo Bob Show
Birdhouse Holdings LLC
• Steve Fischer, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dan Huiting
Twin Cities Public Television
• Daniel Huiting, Editor - Program (non-news)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Skip Davis
Twin Cities PBS
• Skip Davis, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Ryan Klabunde
Twin Cities PBS
• Ryan Klabunde, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Soundcheck MN Editing Compilation
KARE
• Ron Stover, Editor
• Monica Hanson, Editor
CATEGORY #41B
EDITOR - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Gopher Football With Jerry Kill Show Open
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Vikings Gameplan Show Open
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Animator
• Ryan Semanko, Animator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
David Pint Editor Composite
KMSP
• David Pint, Creative Services Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
JD Mayes Editor Composite
WFTC
• J.D. Mayes, Writer-Producer-Editor-Graphics
CATEGORY #41C
EDITOR - NEWS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brad Swagger Composite
KMSP
• Bradley Swagger, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Livingston Composite
WKBT-TV
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter/editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Tyler Ryan Composite
KMSP
• Tyler Ryan, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Hanson Composite
KSTP
• Jason Hanson, Editor
CATEGORY #41D
EDITOR - SPORTS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
"Greatness" Gopher Basketball
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Videographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Nicole Kunkel Composite
Bally Sports North
• Nicole Kunkel, Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Gophers Football Intro Video
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Producer
• Nick Kesler, Videographer
CATEGORY #42A
GRAPHIC ARTS - GRAPHICS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
WCCO Graphics
WCCO
• Kimberly Zamora, Graphic Designer
• Casey Kespohl, Creative Director
• Kelly Pederson, Graphic Designer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brian Wienholz Composite
KMSP
• Brian Wienholz, Animation And Graphic Design
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
MC22 Motion Graphic Opens Composite
Mediacom MC22
• Brent Willett, Graphic Designer
• Pat Hurley, Executive Producer
CATEGORY #42B
GRAPHIC ARTS - ANIMATION
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Technology
KCAU-TV
• Brian Plantenberg, Promotion Manager
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
2013 Minnesota Wild Video Open
Minnesota Wild Hockey Club
• Maggie J. Kukar, Manager, Broadcasting And Production
• Paul Loomis, Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Co-producers
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Vikings Show Open
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Animator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Gopher Basketball Show Open
Elite Edge Productions
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
• Ryan Noreen, Animator
CATEGORY #43
NEWS PRODUCER
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anna Domoto Composite
KGAN/KFXA
• Anna Domoto, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mike Verlo Composite
WCCO
• Michael Verlo, News Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Amanda Theisen Composite
KSTP
• Amanda Theisen, Producer
CATEGORY #44A
WRITER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Choo Choo Bob Show: Holy Shrinkstacks!
Birdhouse Holdings, LLC
• Paul Carlson, Writer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Midco Sports Magazine - Taking the Reins
Midco Sports Network
• Jolene Loetscher, Writer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Iowa Ingredient: Apples Episode
Iowa PBS
• Debra Herbold, Writer
• Charity Nebbe, Host
• John Torpy, Videographer
• Jim Leasure, Audio
• Julie Knutson, Editor
• Brent Willett, Graphics
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Writing Composite Vikings Show
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
CATEGORY #44B
WRITER - NEWS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Andy Fales Writing Composite
WHO
• Andy Fales, Writer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Land of 10,000 Stories
KARE 11
• Boyd Huppert, Writer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Livingston Composite
WKBT-TV
• Jennifer Livingston, Reporter/Writer/Editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Hanson Composite
KCCI-TV
• Eric Hanson, Writer
CATEGORY #44C
WRITER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Wild Game Tease
FOX Sports North
• Tony Tortorici, Executive Producer
• Trevor Fleck, Coordinating Producer
• Marcus Taplin, Writer/Cinematographer/Editor
• Paul Hipp, Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Kevin Myers Writing Composite
KMSP-TV
• Kevin Myers, Writer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
JFK Moon
MCG Channel 7- Mahaska Communication Group
• Jason Van Zetten, Writer
CATEGORY #44D
WRITER - COMMENTARY/EDITORIAL
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jennifer Livingston
WKBT-TV
• Jennifer Livingston, Writer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Hero's Holiday
WQOW-TV
• Steve Betchkal, Writer
• Lisa Patrow, News Director
CATEGORY #45A
ON-CAMERA TALENT - ANCHOR - NEWS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Julie Nelson
KARE
• Julie Nelson, News Anchor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz
KMSP
• Timothy Blotz, Anchor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Kahnert
KSTP
• Eric Kahnert, Anchor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Frank Vascellaro
WCCO
• Frank Vascellaro, On Camera Talent- Anchor
CATEGORY #45B
ON-CAMERA TALENT - ANCHOR - WEATHER
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Kevin Lawrence
KFYR-TV
• Kevin Lawrence, Talent
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jonathan Yuhas
KSTP-TV
• Jonathan Yuhas, Meteorologist/Weather Anchor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Belinda Jensen
KARE
• Belinda Jensen, Meteorologist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jason Sydejko
KQDS
• Jason Sydejko, Meteorologist
CATEGORY #45C
ON-CAMERA TALENT - ANCHOR - SPORTS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony LaPanta
Bally Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Anchor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dave Schwartz
KARE
• Dave Schwartz, Talent/ Anchor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Keith Murphy
WHO-TV
• Keith Murphy, Sports Director
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jared Aarons
KGAN/KFXA
• Jared Aarons, On Camera Talent/Writer/Producer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Eric Perkins
KARE
• Eric Perkins, Sports Anchor
CATEGORY #45D
ON-CAMERA TALENT - COMMENTATOR/EDITORIALIST
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Jennifer Livingston
WKBT-TV
• Jennifer Livingston, Commentator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Illustrated Essays by David Gillette
Twin Cities PBS
• David Gillette, Commentator
CATEGORY #45E
ON-CAMERA TALENT - PERFORMER/NARRATOR
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
The Choo Choo Bob Show: Sam Heyn
Birdhouse Holdings, LLC
• Sam Heyn, On Camera Talent - Host/Moderator (Actor)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
C.More On My 29 - Jeremiah Gamble
WFTC
• Jeremiah Gamble, WFTC-My 29 Performer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Minnesota Vikings Narration
Vikings Entertainment Network
• Rick Riley, Narrator
• Bryan Harper, Executive Producer
• Ryan Semanko, Producer
CATEGORY #45F
ON-CAMERA TALENT - PROGRAM HOST/MODERATOR
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Mary Lahammer
Twin Cities PBS
• Mary Lahammer, Host/Moderator
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Paul Allen
Bally Sports North
• Paul Allen, Host
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Rod Simons
Rodmedia Communications, LLC
• Rod Simons, Rod Simons Composite
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Bill Sherck
Ron Schara Productions
• Bill Sherck, Talent/Producer
CATEGORY #45G
ON-CAMERA TALENT - REPORTER - GENERAL ASSIGNMENT
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Tom Lyden
KMSP
• Tom Lyden, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Timothy Blotz
KMSP-TV
• Timothy Blotz, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Boyd Huppert
KARE-TV
• Boyd Huppert, Reporter
CATEGORY #45H
REPORTER - SPORTS (50% OF TIME AS SPORTS REPORTER)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
John Sears
WHO
• John Sears, Sports Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Marney Gellner
Bally Sports North
• Marney Gellner, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
David McCoy
WCCO
• David McCoy, Sports Reporter
CATEGORY #45I
SPORTS: ANALYST
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jim Petersen - Minnesota Timberwolves Analyst
FOX Sports North
• Jim Petersen, Analyst
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Mike Greenlay - Minnesota Wild Analyst
Bally Sports North
• Mike Greenlay, Analyst
CATEGORY #45J
SPORTS: PLAY-BY-PLAY
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Dave Benz
Bally Sports North
• Dave Benz, Play By Play
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
BJ Schaben
MC22
• BJ Schaben, Play-by-Play
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Dick Bremer
Bally Sports North
• Dick Bremer, Play-by-Play
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Anthony LaPanta
FOX Sports North
• Anthony LaPanta, Play-by-Play
CATEGORY #46A
PHOTOGRAPHER - PROGRAM (NON-NEWS)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
GameOn!
2SEVEN Productions
• Arthur Kuh, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Sledhead 24-7 Mountain Testing
Long Haul Productions
• Joe Harewicz, Supervisor / Executive Producer
• Erik Fleischhacker, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Minnesota Original Composite
Twin Cities PBS
• Daniel Huiting, Photographer - Program (non-news)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
On The Road
KSTP
• David Peterson, Photographer
CATEGORY #46B
PHOTOGRAPHER - SHORT FORM (PROMOS, PSAS, COMMERCIALS, OPENS, ETC.)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
South Dakota Postcard
KELO TV
• Kevin Kjergaard, Photographer/editor
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Luminary 2013 Commercial Reel
Luminary
• Jacob Moyer, Director Of Photography
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Photography Composite
KXMC-TV
• Brent Braniff, Phtographer
• Lee Johnson, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Aaron Gallup Composite
Results Unlimited
• Aaron Gallup, DP / VIdeographer
CATEGORY #46C
PHOTOGRAPHER - NEWS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Jonathan Malat Composite
KARE
• Jonathan Malat, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Brad Swagger Composite
KMSP
• Bradley Swagger, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Know Before You Tow
KARE
• Jonathan Malat, Photographer
• John Divall, Photographer
• Jeff Wiltgen, Photographer
• Jeff Kraker, Photographer
CATEGORY #46D
PHOTOGRAPHER - SPORTS
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
Midco Sports Magazine - Taking the Reins
Midco Sports Network
• Nate Burdine, Director Of Photography
• Brad Dumke, Photojournalist
• Christian Begeman, Photojournalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
South High: Fighting Against the Odds
Star Tribune
• McKenna Ewen, Video Journalist
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Matt Nelson Composite - Ballparks of the Midwest
KCRG
• Matt Nelson, Photographer
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD NOMINEE
Stupendous and Vast
KSTP
• Chad Nelson, Photojournalist
• Todd Wilson, Reporter
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
The Tragic, Triumphant Tale of Twiggy the Waterskiing Squirrel
KARE
• Jonathan Malat, Photographer
CATEGORY #46E
VIDEO ESSAY (SINGLE CAMERA ONLY)
2013 UPPER MIDWEST EMMY® AWARD RECIPIENT
First in Glass
WQOW-TV
• Steve Betchkal, Videographer & Editor
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