Jim Abath Email & Phone Number

Owens Cross Roads, Al, Us

Owens Cross Roads, Al, Us

Huntsville, Alabama, United States

* Managed multiple tasks efficiently under tight deadlines to produce quality content for weekend broadcasts consistently* Collaborated with news producer to determine key stories for rundown, content and structure for weekend reporter and advised on changing dynamics with breaking news* Coordinated with technical director, news editor and news producer to ensure captivating video and graphics, focused on local teams in sportscasts, designed to maximize viewer engagement

Huntsville, Alabama, United States

* Collaborated creative direction for marketing materials, ensuring brand consistency and appeal across all products* Improved client retention, established strong relationships through personalized marketing solutions* Researched and evaluated potential new markets and products

Huntsville, Alabama

* Combed through data and releases to identify and write stories for FOX54 News website and social media channels* Advised station management on important aspects to consider while on board when in-house TV News Department was created* Created and conducted regular sales presentations to showcase company offerings and demonstrate TV and Digital Products' value* Strategized with local clients on successful marketing plans, utilizing key tools and metrics to ensure the right… Show more * Combed through data and releases to identify and write stories for FOX54 News website and social media channels* Advised station management on important aspects to consider while on board when in-house TV News Department was created* Created and conducted regular sales presentations to showcase company offerings and demonstrate TV and Digital Products' value* Strategized with local clients on successful marketing plans, utilizing key tools and metrics to ensure the right message was delivered to the right customer* Compiled campaign data and advised clients about any campaign changes that could lead to more sales for their business, offering upsell opportunities for the station Show less

Huntsville, Alabama Area

* Anchored 2.5 hour morning show, Today Show news updates and noon show* Searched for breaking news, verified information and helped produce breaking and developing news stories while on set* Updated Facebook and Twitter feeds constantly during the show with breaking news, personal connections and recruit to view* Advised producers on selecting and writing more New, Now, Next stories, more conversational writing and more compelling teases* Added eye-catching, ear-catching… Show more * Anchored 2.5 hour morning show, Today Show news updates and noon show* Searched for breaking news, verified information and helped produce breaking and developing news stories while on set* Updated Facebook and Twitter feeds constantly during the show with breaking news, personal connections and recruit to view* Advised producers on selecting and writing more New, Now, Next stories, more conversational writing and more compelling teases* Added eye-catching, ear-catching top stories to the start of the half hours, more live interviews, anchor and reporter personality and perspective to appropriate stories Show less

West Palm Beach, Florida Area

West Palm Beach, Florida Area

Gainesville, Florida Area

Gainesville, Florida Area

* Taught undergraduate labs in radio and television news writing and radio and television production* Guest lectured in professors' classes

M.A. In Mass Communication, Public Relations

B.A. In Speech, Broadcast Communication

Activities and Societies: Alpha Sigma Nu (National Jesuit Honor Society)