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MARY CAROL BUTTERFIELD

ABOUT

I am passionate about telling stories that matter – stories that will engage, inform, and entertain an audience. With more than six years of experience at the national level, I excel in identifying compelling stories, generating engaging content, and managing

workflows from pitches through post-production.

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Currently, I am a Field Producer for Fox News Channel's "Fox & Friends." In my current role, I have honed my abilities to identify compelling content, develop pitches, and collaborate with teams across the network. Whether working with talent on location, directing the crew during a live show, or crafting engaging segments under demanding deadlines, I have consistently delivered high-quality work that engages our audience and elevates our brand.

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In 2022, I developed a new series called “Featured Friends.” Recurring segments highlighted regular guests on the show and the philanthropic work they are doing in their community. In the last year, in response to high ratings for country music segments, I spearheaded red carpet coverage to bring our viewers more conversations with their favorite singers: securing access to award shows, preparing talent for a new style of interviewing, and editing fun packages to air across platforms. At my core, I am a storyteller, and I have learned how to identify opportunities for growth for the show and execute them successfully.

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As a field producer, I work closely with on-screen talent, brainstorming stories that fit their brand and supporting them throughout the creative process. For example, one of our anchors is a proud Texan. Despite always wearing his cowboy boots on air, he doesn’t get many opportunities in New York to tap into his roots. I pitched bringing him to the American Rodeo in Arlington where he got to show off his horsemanship live on air in what he described “as one of the coolest things I’ve ever gotten to do.” I recognize that building a strong relationship with talent and understanding their interests and areas of expertise is key to delivering the best outcomes

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In the past month, I have taken on a new role within my team, working closely with a social media task force to grow our online presence. Through my training, I have gained valuable insight into audience engagement and brand management, particularly focused on meaningful interaction and authentic connections. This experience has equipped me with the skills to support brand vision, ensuring the messaging is consistent, engaging, and aligned with corporate goals. 

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When I'm not on the road, I produce anchor talking points and guest segments, including writing introductions and banners, producing video and graphic elements, and pre-interviewing guests. Previously, I ran our greenroom: directing guests, assisting anchors, preparing demonstrations, and organizing segments for our 3 hour weekday and 4 hour weekend shows. 


I graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Georgia in May 2018. Go Dawgs! The Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication prepared me for a career in gathering, analyzing and delivering the news on various platforms. In addition to my double-major in political science, I also earned a certificate in New Media to learn how to approach and harness the power of emerging media. â€‹â€‹

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