Jaclyn Allen has a passion for journalism and connecting with people. As an experienced anchor, reporter, and multi-media storyteller, she also coaches young journalists and volunteers in her community. She is an accomplished public speaker. Reach out if you would like her to come to your school or event!

Recognition and Awards

Heartland Emmy Winner, Consumer/Business Reporting, 2023
Scripps Give Light Doing Well By Doing Good Award Winner, February 2023
Kappa Tau Alpha Honor Society, Member, 2023
KMGH Denver7 Leader of the Month, April 2022
Heartland Emmy Nominee, Business/Consumer, 2022
Adams County Volunteer of the Year Award, 2021
Aurora VFW Appreciation Award, 2021
Heartland Emmy Nominee, Continuing Coverage, Environment/Science, 2021
Heartland Emmy Winner, Evening Newscast, Anchor, “We Need All Available Officers”, 2020
Heartland Emmy Nominee, Crime, Spot News, 2020
Colorado Cross Disability Coalition ADA Access Award Honoree, 2019
Heartland Emmy Nominee, Consumer within 24 hours, Consumer, Instructional Series, 2019
KMGH Denver7 Leader of the Month, July 2018
Heartland Emmy Winner, Human Interest, "Angel Gowns", 2018
Heartland Emmy Nominee, General Assignment Reporter, Live Reporting, Technology, Human Interest (2), Team Coverage, 2018
Heartland Emmy Nominee, Crime - News Feature, 2017
Heartland Emmy Nominee, Specialty Reporting Series, 2017
Heartland Emmy Nominee, Business/Consumer, 2016
Heartland Emmy Nominee, Crime Feature, 2015
Heartland Emmy Nominee, Spot News, 2014
Scribes of Excellence Award, CABJ, Investigative Reporting, 2011
Heartland Emmy Nominee, Feature and General Assignment Report, 2010
Scribes of Excellence Award, CABJ, TV NEWS Category, 2009

Weekend Anchor/Contact Denver7 Consumer Investigative Reporter (Promoted to Investigative Role Sept 2019, Promoted to Anchor Role 2018)

Anchor Weekend Newscast, Primary Fill-In Anchor
Enterprise creative stories for sweeps, special project reports, consumer investigations
Coach and mentor reporters, present workshops, lead trainings
Present live and breaking news reports for major news events
Versatile reporter: Crime, Investigative, Political
MMJ: Shoot, write and edit reports
Create web and social media content

General Assignment Reporter, Fill-In Anchor

Weekend Anchor/Producer, General Assignment Reporter

Fill-in Producer, Assoc. Producer, Assignment Editor, Consumer Research Assistant

Master’s in Journalism, media management emphasis, University of Missouri, 2023.

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Bachelor of Musical Arts, summa cum laude, University of Oklahoma, 2001.

Investigative Reporters and Editors Conference (IRE) Orlando, 2023
Judge, National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Heartland Chapter. 2014-2023
Denver7 Reporter/Photographer Teamwork Workshop Presenter, 2022
Positivity in Storytelling Seminar Presenter, Scripps Corporate, 2021
The University of Oklahoma Gaylord School of Journalism Portfolio Review Volunteer, 2021, 2023
Investigative Reporters and Editors Denver TV Watchdog Workshop, 2019
Investigative Reporters and Editors Conference (IRE) Phoenix, 2017
National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Heartland Chapter
- Member and Awards Judge
National Press Photographers Association
- Judge
Investigative Reporters and Editors Conference (IRE) San Francisco, 2014

Colorado Ovarian Cancer Alliance, Volunteer & Emcee (2019-2023): Teal Gala, Jodi’s Race.
Frequent Community Volunteering: Pack A Backpack (2020-2023), Electronic Recycling Drive (2021-2023), Arc Fashion Show Gala (2023), Christkindle Market Storytime (2021-2023), Save Jane (2021), Girl Scouts Speaker (2021), Castle Rock Trunk or Treat Volunteer (2021).
Special Olympics Colorado Polar Plunge Emcee & Participant (2016-2022)