Executive Director
Marshfield, Massachusetts, United States
Established, led and staffed a successful nonprofit community access corporation by creating policies, staffing facility, and establishing a membership program. Grew Marshfield Community Media (MCM) brand by taking MCTV (which was had a negative reputation) and turning it into an essential part of the community through education, impact, visibility, and outreach.• Established relationships in the Marshfield Community by working with community leaders and establishing programs such as Public Service Announcement Day, MCTV Internship Program, and increased support for the Marshfield Public School’s Telecommunications and Digital Media program. Also networked with community organizations such as Marshfield Boys and Girls Club and Road to Responsibility to create promotional opportunities for their organizations. • Developed successful fundraising programs with a focus on underwriting and helping local businesses gain exposure through working with MCTV. (i.e., Production Services program where business could hire MCM to produce content and/or rent facilities and equipment, resulting in ~ $10K in new revenue.)• Led the design and project management of an HD $500K production facility in Marshfield High School that’s used by students and members of the Marshfield community. Created budgets consisting of operational and capital expenses and monitored spending, analysis, and fiscal reporting to the board. Also manages lease.• Liaises between Town and station, supporting Town with the cable licenses (negotiation, making sure requirements of contracts are executed) and producing content that allows for open and transparent government and gets important information to the community.• Oversees re-negotiation of the Marshfield Cable licenses which consists of ascertainment documents, assessing future needs and meeting with local officials on community needs.