Sadiqa A. LaNear is Vice President of Broadcast for NABJ-TULSA. She also serves as Marketing Committee Chair for the organization.

Sadiqa is a proud native of Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she has worked for News On 6 (Griffin Media) for 28 successful years in the production department. In her role as Broadcast Automation Supervisor, she works behind the scenes to deliver important stories and special segments to the Tulsa community. She’s also an Assistant Director and Audio Operator. Ms. LaNear manages studio set-up and prop positioning for guest segments. She is blessed by the opportunity to share Knowledge and mentor fellow employees.

Ms. LaNear is a graduate of Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, where She earned a bachelor’s degree in mass communications with an advertising option and a minor in Marketing.

Ms. LaNear served on multiple Committees within Griffin Media, to make meaningful changes and provide opportunities for all employees.

As a Member of the NABJ-TULSA executive board, Ms. LaNear plans to act as a liaison and advocate for people of color in the world of mass media.

Ms. LaNear is a member of Metropolitan Baptist Church. She is a volunteer on the Metropolitan Social Media team. She uses her skills to capture video and photos that bring inspiration and positivity to online viewers.

In her spare time, Ms. LaNear loves to dance, write poetry, and support local entrepreneurs at Farmers Markets.