WCMU Public Media Welcomes Jamie Mankiewicz!
January 31, 2025
Former NEWSnet Executive Producer Jamie Mankiewicz has join WCMU Public Media as a Multimedia Producer/Journalist. Posting on social media, the organization notes, "A proud Michigander, Jamie has a deep love for nearly every corner of the state. Her passion for storytelling began in Sault Ste. Marie and led her to a broadcasting career at WNMU at Northern Michigan University. After graduating, she moved to Cadillac and spent 17 years as a news producer in local television."
"An award-winning journalist, Jamie has been an active member of the Michigan Association of Broadcasters, where she has worked to support and inspire young journalists. From the Upper Peninsula to the Lower, Jamie is excited to bring her enthusiasm and unique perspective to WCMU’s mission of educating, informing, inspiring, and engaging viewers and listeners across Michigan."
Mankiewicz was one of those affected by the August, 2024 shut down of NEWSnet operations in Cadillac and Farmington Hills.
On LinkedIn, Mankiewicz wrote of her new position, "I’m thrilled to share that I’ve accepted a new role at WCMU Public Media! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported me along the way. I couldn’t have done it without you! Here’s to growth, new and exciting challenges, and being able to tell more stories!"