
About Me
Hi! My name is Madison Porter, and I'm a Multimedia Journalist for WEEK 25 News in East Peoria, Illinois.
My job with WEEK is my first job in the news industry since I graduated from Central Michigan University in 2023.
I obtained my bachelor's degree from CMU in four years with a major in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts and a minor in Communication.
While working in this industry, I want to grow fast as a person and a reporter. I have an outgoing personality that helps me connect with the people in the community where I work to inform people about important issues and events in the area.
During my time thus far with WEEK, I've learned more than I ever could have imagined when it comes to important questions to ask, creative storytelling techniques, and on-air presence...to name a few.
I'd be mistaken if I didn't credit the classes, professors, and co-curriculars at CMU that prepared me for my first job in the "real world," and I am very excited to see where this career industry takes me.
Mike Potter
News Central Staff Advisor
"Madison Porter won't shy away from the big stories. I've been consistently impressed with her ability to quickly digest information and present it in a meaningful way for the audience. She has shown an innate ability to quickly develop relationships with sources that only improves the quality of her reporting. She is an asset to any news organization."
Paul Dolan
Family Friend
"I have known Madison Porter in a variety of capacities for 14+ years. Madison has an excellent ability to communicate with people of all ages and is comfortable discussing any topic with ease. I recommend Madison in any position she seeks to pursue, and believe she will be a valuable asset for any company that hires her."