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Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, United States

Performs a variety of crew positions for multiple live daily programs that include:-Technical Live Producer (Directs & Switches the entire live internal event individually by using the Vimeo Studio 6 Live Stream software)-Studio Wall Technical Director (Works alongside a Wall Producer to ensure our studio graphics are aligned with our current production. In charge of switching the graphics live on cue with the Director's call)-Jib Operator (Frames up various camera shots… Show more Performs a variety of crew positions for multiple live daily programs that include:-Technical Live Producer (Directs & Switches the entire live internal event individually by using the Vimeo Studio 6 Live Stream software)-Studio Wall Technical Director (Works alongside a Wall Producer to ensure our studio graphics are aligned with our current production. In charge of switching the graphics live on cue with the Director's call)-Jib Operator (Frames up various camera shots that include Wall/ Bump Shots, Two Shots with the Anchor & Guest, Wide Shots, etc.)-Ped Camera (Frames up the Anchor's one shot and ensures the shot looks consistent throughout the entirety on the show)-Robotics & Video Shading (In charge of framing up multiple camera shots and ensuring the shot looks consistent with the rest. Ensuring that the color temperature of all cameras being used in our studios look suitable for air)-Stage Manager (Oversees the studio side of the production such as putting mics on the anchors and guests, setting up the studio and making sure all monitors & cameras are on their marks, cueing talent in and out of commercials/sound bits)-Teleprompter/Live GFX Playback Operator (In charge of scrolling prompter for our anchors & reporters while simultaneously operating VO's, SOTS, and Packages) Show less

-GFX/Playback Operator, Encoding Engineer, Remote Talent Producer, Presentation Slides Operator, & Teleprompter on various live streams using the vMix software.-Field Produced for the New Year's Eve 2020 Ball Drop.-World Feed Produced for the New Year's Eve 2019 Ball Drop.-Was responsible for a team of five (two hosts, audio, camera, PA) and had to ensure that our team was on schedule with our timeline for designated interview times.-Produced Audience and Celebrity interviews.

Greater New York City Area

Greater New York City Area

-Works alongside the Coordinator, Production Manager, & Producer to ensure the shoot runs smoothly.-Hires Crew, Books Vendors, Processes Payroll Packets.-Assists with the handling of logistics during prep, production, and wrap.

-Nominated for my script in the Drama Program Script category for the 53rd Annual National Undergraduate Student Electronic Media Competition. -The National Broadcasting Society-Alpha Epsilon Rho enhances the development of college students preparing for careers in electronic media industries.-NBS-AERho connects students with practicing professionals; emphasizes industry ethics, diversity, and inclusiveness; and promotes opportunities for excellence in leadership, community service, and… Show more -Nominated for my script in the Drama Program Script category for the 53rd Annual National Undergraduate Student Electronic Media Competition. -The National Broadcasting Society-Alpha Epsilon Rho enhances the development of college students preparing for careers in electronic media industries.-NBS-AERho connects students with practicing professionals; emphasizes industry ethics, diversity, and inclusiveness; and promotes opportunities for excellence in leadership, community service, and production. Show less

New York, New York

-Assisted the production crew with the equipment set up and breakdown for each location change.-Responsible for production field notes, background releases & production reports.-Worked as a four person crew and operated many hats in logistical positions and gear type roles.-Assisted DP with mic'ing talent & applying makeup to talent to avoid shine during interview tapings.-Acts as a liaison to the production coordinator.-Processed deliverables for the Post Production… Show more -Assisted the production crew with the equipment set up and breakdown for each location change.-Responsible for production field notes, background releases & production reports.-Worked as a four person crew and operated many hats in logistical positions and gear type roles.-Assisted DP with mic'ing talent & applying makeup to talent to avoid shine during interview tapings.-Acts as a liaison to the production coordinator.-Processed deliverables for the Post Production team. Show less

New York, New York

-Works in a highly collaborative office environment alongside the Casting Director, Casting Producers and Casting Associates, supporting the day-to-day operations of the office.-Creatively sources qualified candidates for the diverse reality television shows that are currently being worked on (this includes cold calling, as well as internet searches and networking).-Conducts extensive outreach/research to target the best candidates.-Office organization, scanning, filing, copying… Show more -Works in a highly collaborative office environment alongside the Casting Director, Casting Producers and Casting Associates, supporting the day-to-day operations of the office.-Creatively sources qualified candidates for the diverse reality television shows that are currently being worked on (this includes cold calling, as well as internet searches and networking).-Conducts extensive outreach/research to target the best candidates.-Office organization, scanning, filing, copying, office errands, production runs.-Inputs and tracks important data that is crucial to the casting process.-Supports associates and producers in casting interviews by prepping equipment for casting shoots, taking notes, listening to sound, etc.-Reviews information submitted by potential cast and uses independent discretion to determine if they should be booked for a follow-up call.-Conducts in-depth pre-interview calls and uses independent judgment to determine if applicants should be booked for a full interview.-Provides casting associates and producers with insightful recommendations regarding potential cast.-Collaborates with casting team in all aspects of the casting process. Show less

Greater New York City Area

-Deals with the basics of account management, agency process and working in a corporate setting while providing support and ensuring jobs are completed in a timely manner. -Responsible for day-to-day administration of the client services and supporting team.-Manages all alerts/orders through FIDO and Maconomy.-Helps organize, attends (if required) and keeps minutes for all internal team and client meetings.-Updates and maintains status sheets.-Liaises with media… Show more -Deals with the basics of account management, agency process and working in a corporate setting while providing support and ensuring jobs are completed in a timely manner. -Responsible for day-to-day administration of the client services and supporting team.-Manages all alerts/orders through FIDO and Maconomy.-Helps organize, attends (if required) and keeps minutes for all internal team and client meetings.-Updates and maintains status sheets.-Liaises with media agencies/suppliers to obtain schedules, technical specifications and copy dates.-Liaises with creative agencies to obtain master artwork files and reports any delays to AM/SAM/AD.-Responds to information requests from the team and client.-Works closely with internal stakeholders e.g. Print, Transcreation & Broadcast.-Distributes contact reports, agendas and trackers.-Collates any information needed for input to client reports and presentations.-Responsible for managing materials – from order through adaptation to delivery.-Liaises with brand teams to ensure smooth delivery of market-specific materials.-Provides any additional administrative support to team as required. Show less

Monmouth University

-Served as chief representative of Hawk TV in all matters affecting its interests, welfare, and campus/community events.-Established the culture of the club, organizing all meetings, and upholding all laws of the constitution.-Assisted Directors with the implementations of their strategies.-Acted as a liaison with other E-Board positions and other club members such as show producers and directors.-Encouraged other members to take on leadership roles, on shows, and within the… Show more -Served as chief representative of Hawk TV in all matters affecting its interests, welfare, and campus/community events.-Established the culture of the club, organizing all meetings, and upholding all laws of the constitution.-Assisted Directors with the implementations of their strategies.-Acted as a liaison with other E-Board positions and other club members such as show producers and directors.-Encouraged other members to take on leadership roles, on shows, and within the club. Show less

-Responsible for recording minutes and attendance of all members.-E-mailed weekly general meeting reports to members.-Filed all permanent records for the station.-Regularly picked up mail and distributed it to appropriate departments.-Worked together with Station Manager as an assistant manager.

West Long Branch, New Jersey

-Hosted and Board Operated for several on-air radio shows for the campus station. -Researched the unique news stories for the show called “The X Factor.” -Voiced promos and PSA's to better promote the events taken place at the station-Interviewed bands for the yearly event, 24 Hour Music Fest.

West Long Branch, Nj

-Served as an ambassador for Monmouth University.-Called alumni, parents, and friends to update their records, inform them of recent events taken place on campus, and to ask them to support the University's Annual Fund or a fund of their choosing.-Helped raise money for General Scholarships, Hurricane Sandy, and various funds within Monmouth University.

Greater New York City Area

-Properly Planned and Executed segments for the radio show.-Researched upcoming guests and game show ideas.-Loaded Audio into Prophet.-Created a Christmas Jingle.-Organized and Archived show audio.-Identified research and built relationships with potential guests.-Organized existing CD copies of each individual show.-Call Screenings for potential listeners to be on air for the "Ask Jenny" segment. -Shadowed the Producers on the radio board.-Assisted with… Show more -Properly Planned and Executed segments for the radio show.-Researched upcoming guests and game show ideas.-Loaded Audio into Prophet.-Created a Christmas Jingle.-Organized and Archived show audio.-Identified research and built relationships with potential guests.-Organized existing CD copies of each individual show.-Call Screenings for potential listeners to be on air for the "Ask Jenny" segment. -Shadowed the Producers on the radio board.-Assisted with Promos by finding audio content. Show less

New Jersey

-Travelled all throughout New Jersey to promote the station.-Played various promotional games with current and potential listeners.-Assisted Big Joe Henry (NJ 101.5's DJ) with on-air time.-Helped the producer of the Dennis and Judi Show with call screens.-Uploaded photos from various events to the station's website.-Took pictures for the station's website.-Assisted the Talent Coordinator for The Big Joe Henry Talent Show.

Greater New York City Area

-Wrote a newsletter for the company.-Assisted the Director of Marketing and Communications at Haier with daily tasks.-Attended an employee community service event in helping feed people in need of a home.-Edited descriptions of appliances on the company website.-Created several spreadsheets on Microsoft Excel.-Worked on Haier's social media page.