Ben Deeter
About Ben Deeter
Ben Deeter is a Politics Producer at Cheddar News, where he has worked since 2021, contributing to political coverage and producing live segments. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Journalism from Miami University and has previous experience in various media roles, including as an Associate Producer at Cheddar News and a Production Assistant at Fox News Media.
Current Role at Cheddar News
Ben Deeter serves as the Politics Producer at Cheddar News, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for producing a minimum of 20 live hits and several political segments each week. His work involves covering a wide range of political topics and contributing to the overall political coverage of Cheddar News. Deeter's expertise is particularly notable during significant political events, including the 2020 election cycle.
Previous Experience at Cheddar News
Prior to his current role, Ben Deeter worked as an Associate Producer - Politics at Cheddar News from 2020 to 2021. During this time, he contributed to political coverage and wrote articles for the Cheddar News website. He played a key role in the network's political reporting, especially during the 2020 election cycle, where he provided political expertise and insights.
Education and Academic Background
Ben Deeter studied at Miami University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Journalism from 2016 to 2019. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in political analysis and journalistic practices, which he has applied throughout his career in media and politics.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Deeter gained valuable experience through various internships early in his career. He worked as a Public Affairs Reporting Intern at The Columbus Dispatch in 2019, where he focused on political reporting. Additionally, he interned at Fox News Media as a Production Assistant for one month in 2020. His early roles also included an internship at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, where he contributed to social media and marketing efforts.
Contributions to Political Coverage
Throughout his career, Ben Deeter has made significant contributions to political coverage across various platforms. He was the only politics-specific producer at Cheddar News during the 2020 election coverage, playing a crucial role from the end of the primary season through the election. His work includes producing segments on diverse topics, from daily political news to unique stories like tattoo shops navigating the pandemic.