Fletcher Groseclos

Independent Contractor

Fletcher Groseclos is a media professional and community advocate based in Bentonville, Arkansas. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and Journalism from the University of Arkansas, where he focused on creative writing. He has experience in broadcast journalism and has worked as a producer, camera operator, audio operator, and live television director at Hearst Television stations 40/29 and KFSM-TV (Channel 5).

He also worked in television production in 2018. During that year, he served as Property Production Assistant (Jan.Feb.) and later as Locations Assistant (July) on the set of True Detective, Season Three.

Since 2023, Fletcher has been working as an independent contractor for the Literacy Council of Benton County. In this position, he produces promotional videos, manages tutor-student databases, and tutors adult learners and immigrants in reading, writing, and English pronunciation. He has also taught English online to international students, helping them improve their vocabulary and confidence.

Early Life and Education

Fletcher was born in Rogers and raised in Bentonville, Arkansas. His interest in communication led him to pursue higher education at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. In December 2017, he completed a Bachelor of Arts in English and Journalism.

While studying there, he became involved in student media at the campus news outlet. He worked as a field producer, assistant producer, and lead producer. His duties included scheduling and conducting interviews, editing video content, mixing audio with Adobe Premiere Pro, and designing graphics such as lower-thirds, on-screen text, and full-page visuals.

He also worked with the production team to coordinate live broadcasts and ensure smooth delivery of content on air.

Early Career in Broadcasting

Before finishing his degree, Fletcher began gaining professional experience in broadcast news. In the summer of 2017, he completed an internship at KNWA (NBC)/Fox 24 in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

During this internship, he wrote VOSOT and pacer stories, assisted with live shots, and observed producers to understand how news shows were arranged. He also shot b-roll for news packages and logged interviews.

After the internship, he continued working at the university news outlet as a reporter. In that role, he produced news packages, conducted on-camera interviews, and gained further experience with live reporting.

Transition to Professional Roles

After graduating, he began working at Hearst Television’s 40/29 station in Rogers, Arkansas. In September 2018, he started as a camera operator. His work included coordinating live newscast shots, clipping videos, and posting material to social media.

By December 2018, he moved into the position of associate producer. In that role, he created newscasts using ENPS producer software, designed graphics through the HATMOS graphics engine, and supported live broadcasts.

Over the following years, his responsibilities expanded. In June 2019, he returned to work as a camera and audio operator, maintaining sound equipment and assisting with live broadcasts. By July 2020, he advanced to weekend director. In that role, he directed live broadcasts using manual switchers, rolled and cut videos in preview, and supervised transitions, stingers, and graphic overlays.

In December 2022, Fletcher joined KFSM-TV (Channel 5) News in Springdale, Arkansas, as a news producer. His duties included producing morning shows with ENPS software, managing rundowns to maintain clear storytelling, and responding to breaking news. He also edited video packages, coordinated with anchors, reporters, and directors, and used user-generated content to support community engagement.

Shift to Independent Contracting and Community Engagement

In August 2023, he moved from full-time broadcast work to independent contracting and began working with the Literacy Council of Benton County in Arkansas.

In this position, he films and edits videos for promotional and fundraising purposes. He also uses Laces software to manage tutor-student matching and volunteers as a tutor.

This work allows him to assist immigrants and other community members in building literacy skills needed for life in the United States. He teaches reading, writing, and pronunciation to help students improve fluency and confidence in English.

Fletcher's involvement in the community also includes volunteering at local churches and donating to the Bentonville Islamic Center to support community organizations.

Teaching and Language Instruction

Along with his work in broadcasting and contracting, he also served as an online English instructor through iTalki from March 2021 to November 2022. In this role, he developed lesson plans for international students and helped them improve pronunciation, expand vocabulary, and gain confidence in speaking English.

Skills and Expertise

Throughout his career, he has developed a wide set of skills in media production. He is familiar with platforms such as ENPS, Edius, Chyron Camio, Axis graphics engines, HATMOS graphics, and Media OS.

Fletcher's technical experience includes camera operation, audio management, video editing, live broadcast direction, graphics creation, and content production. He also works closely with production teams, anchors, and reporters to complete projects under deadlines.

His work often requires adapting to breaking news situations, solving technical problems, and managing live broadcast responsibilities with accuracy and focus.

Hobbies and Personal Interests

Outside of his professional and volunteer work, he enjoys creative writing, reading, and playing chess. Creative writing allows him to explore storytelling; reading helps him understand different perspectives; and chess strengthens his strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. Fletcher Groseclos continues to balance work in media, teaching, and community involvement.