Fletcher Groseclos

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 with a focus on creative writing. Over time, he developed experience in broadcast news while working as a producer, camera operator, audio operator, and live television director for Hearst Television at 40/29 and KFSM-TV (Channel 5).

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

Since 2023, he has worked as an independent contractor for the Literacy Council of Benton County. His role includes producing promotional videos, managing tutor-student databases, and tutoring 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 build 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 graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English and Journalism.

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

Fletcher also coordinated live broadcasts with the production team to ensure programs ran smoothly.

Early Career in Broadcasting

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

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

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

Transition to Professional Roles

After graduation, he joined Hearst Television’s 40/29 station in Rogers, Arkansas. In September 2018, he started as a camera operator. His tasks included coordinating live newscast shots, clipping videos, and posting content to social media.

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

In the years that followed, Fletcher accepted additional responsibilities. In June 2019, he worked again as a camera and audio operator, maintaining sound equipment and assisting with live broadcasts. By July 2020, he advanced to the role of weekend director. In this position, he directed live broadcasts using manual switchers, rolled and cut videos in preview, and supervised transitions, stingers, and graphic overlays.

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

Shift to Independent Contracting and Community Engagement

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

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

Through this work, he supports immigrants and other community members by helping them build literacy skills needed for daily life in the United States. He teaches reading, writing, and pronunciation to help learners gain fluency and confidence in English.

His community involvement also includes volunteering at local churches and donating to the Bentonville Islamic Center to support community organizations.

Teaching and Language Instruction

Alongside his work in broadcasting and contracting, he served as an online English instructor with iTalki from March 2021 to November 2022. In that role, he designed 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 broad range of media production skills. He has experience with platforms such as ENPS, Edius, Chyron Camio, Axis graphics engines, HATMOS graphics, and Media OS.

Fletcher's technical abilities include camera operation, audio management, video editing, directing live broadcasts, graphics creation, and content production. He also works closely with production teams, anchors, and reporters to deliver projects on time.

His ability to manage live broadcasts, respond to breaking news, and resolve technical issues shows strong organization and steady 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 encourages planning and problem-solving skills. Fletcher Groseclos continues to combine media work, teaching experience, and community involvement in his career.