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Southfield, Mi

Operate Sony ELC automated broadcast software during live news broadcasts and taped productions, monitoring audio, character generator, robotics and playback. Previously used Grass Valley Ignite automation software for similar purposes. Utilizing Blackmagic ATEM for productions and breaking news. Previously used Tricaster broadcast software for productions and live TV, as well as as virtual set creation and implementation. Operate ENG and studio cameras, audio and other equipment beyond an automation role. Light editing tasks using Final Cut Pro. Perform general broadcast engineering tasks as needed.

Southfield, Mi

Worked as a main coordinator of action in the studio and on location for newscasts and special programming. Also helped to write and create news content and visuals for use on air.• Directed anchors and reporters in the studio with regards to positioning, movement and equipment use.• Worked an as associate producer and writer for newscasts--writing copy utilizing several sources, modifying and updating stories, creating graphics and lower thirds, and putting in super times.• Wrote stories for WXYZ.com using the corporate-wide content management system (Endplay).• Created graphics, maps, and other visual elements for use in newscasts and special productions.• Helped migrate the stations graphics and library of stock images to the axis system.• Created touchscreen presentations for use for special programs covering the Detroit Lions.• Promoted news shows, shared breaking and general news, and special events via social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc), helping to cultivate and foster a vibrant community built around the station's brand.• Ran teleprompter and maintained prompting system, tweaking and improving it when necessary.• Aided both engineering and staging departments when needed, within the terms of their labor agreements.

Grand Rapids, Mi

Worked in a variety of rolls at the TV station, ranging from studio production, graphic design and character generator, to engineering.• Coordinated all studio action, including anchors, reporters and guests (both high profile and every day).• Created graphics, maps and other visual elements used in newscasts and special programming.• Maintained studio set, props and lighting grid.• Operated tape playback and recording room--vital for airing video during newscasts.

Flint, Mi

Acted as a jack-of-all-trades in an understaffed, tightly budgeted public broadcast station.• Operated cameras in studio and on location.• Independently ran the station's master control facility, responsible for on air playback, recording of future shows and monitoring transmitter readings/status.• Video editing for both productions and assembling breaks for a break tape.• Ran audio equipment on location for special productions.• Helped set up and tear down camera, lighting and audio equipment in both the studio and on remote locations.• Aided in set construction.