Arthur Murray is a dynamic and accomplished journalist, producer, and educator with over 28 years of experience in the media industry. Throughout his distinguished career, he has demonstrated a passion for storytelling, innovation, and mentorship, earning multiple awards and recognition along the way. His expertise spans news operations, photojournalism, video production, and teaching, with a special focus on multi-media content creation for modern digital platforms.

Murray’s journey in journalism began as a photojournalist at WAPT Channel 16 in Jackson, Mississippi, where he honed his skills in shooting and editing news events and breaking stories. He was integral to the coverage of key events, including the senior year of NFL legend Steve McNair at Alcorn State, and contributed footage to major networks like ABC and ESPN. From there, his career progressed as he took on roles of increasing responsibility at various stations.

At WHBQ Fox 13 in Memphis, Tennessee, Murray’s dedication to the craft grew even further as he was promoted to Chief Photojournalist and News Operations Manager. In these roles, he managed a team of photojournalists, editors, and engineers, ensuring the smooth distribution of daily broadcasts while also coordinating special projects and live events. Murray’s work during significant news events, such as elections and natural disasters, cemented his reputation as a reliable, skilled journalist. His work garnered industry-wide acclaim, including his recognition as an Emmy Award-winning producer for a special feature story.

Murray’s tenure at KHOU Channel 11 in Houston, Texas, is particularly noteworthy. As News Operations Manager, he oversaw a diverse team, managing daily broadcasts, coordinating breaking news, and handling live events. He was also instrumental in establishing the station’s first FTP distribution system for internet video, showcasing his innovative approach to broadcasting. Murray’s expertise helped cover high-profile events like the Super Bowl, NBA All-Star Games, and numerous major hurricanes. His ability to manage complex logistics and his technical proficiency in broadcast equipment and editing systems made him a pillar of the station’s news operations.

Beyond his work in newsrooms, Murray is deeply committed to education and mentoring the next generation of journalists. As an adjunct professor at Texas Southern University, he shares his wealth of knowledge with aspiring journalists, teaching courses such as TV Production, Videography, Lighting for Film and Video, and Digital Effects for Film and Video. His students benefit not only from his technical expertise but also from his real-world experience, which he shares through workshops and hands-on content production opportunities, including high-profile projects like the Democratic debate and the Monterey Jazz Festival.

Murray also prides himself on giving back to the programs and institutions that helped shape his career. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication and Broadcasting from Grambling State University, an HBCU that played a vital role in his development as both a journalist and educator. His commitment to HBCUs is unwavering, and he continues to be an active advocate for these programs, which he believes are instrumental in nurturing future leaders in media and communication.

With a career marked by leadership, innovation, and a passion for teaching, Arthur Murray remains a steadfast force in the media industry, inspiring others to push boundaries and tell stories that matter in the ever-evolving digital landscape.

Paige M. Hubbard is a born and bred Houstonian and a proud graduate of Texas Southern University where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism. Standing only 4’11, she is the definition of big things coming in a small package.

From extreme weather events to high profile court cases and the tragic Texas Shooting Ramage, Paige has covered it all. During college, Paige worked on campus at the TSU Herald Newspaper. At that time, she launched a digital show called “News in a Flash.” 

Paige also interned at FOX26 KRIV and KPRC Channel 2 where she was allowed to go on air as an intern. Just five months after graduation, Paige got a unique opportunity to work at NTV Houston, a south Asian digital station as multi-skilled journalist.

There, she got her first big start as journalist and became known for her reporting on the Maleah Daivs story. After NTV Houston, Paige spent some time on the assignments desk at KHOU 11 news. Missing being out in the field, Paige decided to leave Houston and accepted a position at KFDM 6 news in Beaumont as an MMJ.

She then journeyed to Austin and became a reporter for CBS Austin News. Being away for four years Paige has returned home to Houston to work in her dream market. She is currently a producer and reporter for CW39 Houston.

Paige is thrilled to be back home utilizing her strong passion for community based storytelling and holding the powerful accountable. When she’s not in front or behind the camera, you can find Paige spending time with her family and her pet rabbit Porter. Paige also enjoys giving back to her community and mentoring young men and women.

Chelsea Edwards is a fixture on Houston television screens and streaming devices. She’s been a reporter at Fox26 since October 2019. Chelsea first discovered her passion for broadcasting as a student in Hightower High School’s Media Academy. That is where she learned to shoot, write, and edit stories. While studying at TSU, she cut her teeth working behind the scenes through partnerships with NASA and TxDOT, which allowed her to work in productions across the country. After graduating from TSU, she worked as a video editor for Houston’s ABC affiliate. She also spent four years running an afterschool program in Klein ISD.

Chelsea decided to jump in front of the camera and left Houston for a job as a multi-media journalist with KWTX-TV in Waco. She returned to her hometown to be a morning reporter for Fox 26, where she covers everything from community stories to inexpensive getaways through her “One Tank Trip” franchise. You can also catch her filling in at the anchor desk regularly and adding an extra dose of energy to Houston’s Morning Show.

Kathleen McElroy is a professor in the School of Journalism and Media at The University of Texas at Austin.

She received her Ph.D. from the School of Journalism in December 2014, after nearly 30 years as a professional journalist. At The New York Times, she held various management positions, including associate managing editor, dining editor, deputy sports editor and deputy editor of the website. She previously worked for The National, an all-sports daily and Newsday on Long Island as well as the Austin American-Statesman, The Huntsville Item and the Bryan-College Station Eagle in Texas.

While earning her doctorate, she was a Harrington Graduate Fellow and received awards for teaching and research. Her research interests include racial discourse, collective memory, sports media and obituaries.

She previously was an assistant professor at Oklahoma State University, where she taught news reporting and sports media.

She received a Masters of Arts from New York University, with a focus on race and media, and a Bachelor of Arts in broadcast journalism from Texas A&M.

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As the Director for Houston Television (HTV), I am a culture change agent and a mass media influencer with over 30 years of experience in documentary film making, stock footage creation, and media instruction. I am also a Japan Fulbright Scholar with a keen interest in educational exchange and cross-cultural communication.

I work with the leadership team to transform HTV into a modern and dynamic media outlet that serves the diverse and growing audience of Houston. I oversee the project management, video editing, graphic design, and special effects of all live broadcasts and in-house productions, ensuring the highest quality and professionalism. I also mentor and empower the staff to enhance their skills and creativity, and foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture. My mission is to deliver engaging and informative content that showcases the achievements, challenges, and opportunities of the city and its people.

Currently, a Visiting Professor of Communication and Journalism at Texas Southern University, Dr. Anthony Obi Ogbo, joined the media fraternity in 1981 in Nigeria as the Cartoon Editor at a political newspaper, “The Trumpet.” He was a college student of Fine & Applied Arts at the time. He progressed in his media profession and worked as a Production Supervisor at the Nigerian Guardian (1985-1989) and Art Director at the Prime People Publication magazine (1989-1991).

Before joining Texas Southern University, Dr. Ogbo worked as the Strategic Advisor of Consumers Arts and Sciences at the Houston Community College. He is a design and quality control consultant for KTSU2 Radio. He is also a member of the Editorial Board of The West African Pilot News, a multimedia entity he co-founded in January 2020.

Dr. Ogbo attended The Institute of Management and Technology (Nigeria), Houston Community College, and The University of Phoenix. He holds a Degree in Fine & Applied Arts, Certificate in Commercial Arts, a Master’s degree in Human Resources and Human Resources Management (MHRM), a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA), and a Doctorate in Management in Organizational Leadership.

Dr. Ogbo’s classroom experience encompasses his media experience and academic research prowess. For instance, in 2015, he published a research article, “Newsstand survival of Houston African-American newspapers”, exploring avenues to endure economic challenges in the print market created by the online revolution.

Dr. Ogbo’s research interests focus on management and leadership as they apply to all academic disciplines, including the media, communication, human capital, business administration, organizational leadership, health, applied econometrics, and development economics. His latest peer-reviewed academic works are “Workforce problem-solving supervision: The complicated fine art of managing nonsense”, a study drawn from managing newsroom complexities, and “Survival in Obscurity —Tribulations of African Americans in the Pandemic” – a grant-funded documentary narrating the system-induced tribulations of the African Americans during the Pandemic.

Originally from Nigeria and now a naturalized citizen, Dr. Ogbo came to the United States in 1991 to escape hostility between the Media and a dictatorship government in Nigeria. He accepted a position as a foreign correspondent for “Prime People Magazine.” He resigned from this position in 1994 and joined the Houston Sun as a production director. During the same period, he worked with the Houston Chronicle as a graphics designer through the Houston Creative Concept. In 1998, he incorporated a newspaper business in Houston, “Guardian News.” In 2005, he established another Newspaper, The Black Senior News (The first Newspaper for African-American Seniors in Houston). Ogbo also worked directly with other African American entities on Newspaper redesigns and production efficiency. These include; African-American News and Issues, Houston Sun, Tiger News (Texas Southern University), The Christian Herald, and The Houston Punch.

Besides a longtime initiation in the newsprint confraternity, Ogbo served as President of the Houston Association of Black Journalists (HABJ) in 2002. He was the longest-serving executive board member in this group affiliated with the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ). He served as the Vice President from 2000 to 2002, the president from 2002 to 2004, and the Vice President from 2004 to 2006. As a member of NABJ and HABJ, Ogbo won numerous journalism excellence awards, including the 2004- NABJ Regional lifetime award. Furthermore, he received certificates of appreciation for his services and commitment to training aspiring African-American Journalists.

Dr. Ogbo is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists, the Houston Association of Black Journalists, The American Journal of Transformational Leadership (Founder), the World Association of Academic Doctors, and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).