RESUME
Podcast Audio Producer/Editor
Heroku's Code[ish] Podcast | February 2019 – Present
• Produce and edit episodes of Code[ish] Podcast
• Remove sections of interview to shorten episodes and keep conversation on track
• Oversee podcast platform uploading as well as building tutorials on equipment and processes
• Adjust interview levels for consistency
• Maintain strong communication between several people at Heroku concerning episode production
• Edit episodes on a regular basis, sometimes a few each week
Community Voices Producer (Contracted)
WYSO Public Radio | November 2016 – Present
• Find stories within the community worth highlighting in short feature segment
• Interview subjects, write scripts around interview clips, and produce piece
• Meet regularly with editor to discuss direction of piece and assess any encountered problems
• Complete pieces on tight deadlines
• Accept and produce assignments from WYSO staff
Podcast Audio Producer/Editor (Contracted)
Loose Threads Podcast | April 2017 – Present
• Produce and edit episodes of Loose Threads Podcast
• Use editorial judgment to identify sections to remove to shorten length
• Seamlessly remove all disfluencies from episode interviews
• Adjust levels of host and subject's tracks to keep them consistent
• Actively communicate with host via Slack
• Edit episodes on a weekly basis and work ahead as necessary
Podcast Audio Producer/Editor (Contracted)
MetaLearn Podcast (UK) | March 2017 – Present
• Produce and edit episodes of MetaLearn Podcast
• Edit episodes for length by using editorial judgment to determine content to remove
• Complete productions of multiple episodes on a weekly basis
• Adjust levels between host and guest as to keep them from competing in volume
• Keep up strong lines of communication via email, Google Drive, and Slack
• Meet on a regular basis with host to discuss calendar and forthcoming episodes
Producer/Host/Researcher/Interviewer
Everything Sounds Podcast | May 2012 – Present
• Host and produce short-form radio show/podcast heard by over 100k online listeners and aired on over 20 radio stations
• Produce episodes in interesting and unique ways to keep listeners entertained, while keeping story’s details precise
• Handle scheduling and logistics for interviews, and interview subjects
• Record interviews and gather any related audio
• Write programming layouts and scripts for episodes
Midday News Anchor (Contracted)
Otto Radio, Inc. | March 2017 – July 2018
• Wrote, read, and produced multiple sound-heavy news stories and headlines packages per hour
• Identified top stories, and prioritized them over other news stories
• Recorded breaking news stories, and provided updates as needed
• Utilized Associated Press and AFP feeds to gather sound for stories
• Determined a story's lifespan, while trying to find evergreen stories that could remain on the app
Director of Audio Production
Rivet Radio, Inc. | February 2016 – October 2016
• Produced podcast episodes, audio features, and news stories for Rivet’s business-to-business production model
• Maintained strong communication between clients and staff to ensure on-time delivery of podcast episodes
• Built guides and hold tutorials on best audio editing and production practices
• Troubleshooted issues within studios and assisted with necessary production needs
• Researched, wrote, and produced original features and news segments on a regular basis
• Collaborated with news team to uphold quality, while ensuring consistency with overall Rivet content
Audio Producer (Contracted)
Chicago Public Media | December 2013 – March 2016
• Provided audio production and editing for trial runs of imaging rebranding for Sound Opinions
• Worked remotely and met regularly with Sound Opinions staff on different options/directions
Conference Manager
Third Coast International Audio Festival | July 2014 – November 2014
• Booked hotels, managed registrations, catalogued invoices and made event schedule
• Maintained close communication with dozens of presenters, volunteers, and attendees
• Coordinated with hotel staff, secured event space and food, oversaw volunteers and entire event weekend
Script Writer (Contracted)
Hadley School for the Blind | June 2014 – October 2014
• Rewrote previous audio presentation scripts created to help those experiencing vision loss
• Maintained a clear, concise, and colloquial voice, while still delivering necessary information
• Completed scripts under tight deadlines
• Assisted with the production of presentations
Sound Designer (Contracted)
Organised Chaos Productions (UK) | December 2013 – February 2014
• Created soundscapes based on scenes from edited short film 'Lameaux'
• Took director's sonic image for separate environments and took initiative with certain aspects of sound design
• Met frequently with director over VOIP to discuss changes to soundscapes and film for adjustment
Sound Designer (Contracted)
Indomitable Productions (UK) | July 2013 – November 2013
• Built soundscapes for stage opera production of 'Britten's Five Canticles'
• Followed Artistic Director and Creative Director's vision for how soundscapes should further story
• Created individual sonic elements with own narrative structure to tie together musical pieces
• Considered frequencies and space of theater while utilizing stereo field
Audio Editor (Contracted)
IMG Media - Live @ Wimbledon Radio | June 2013 – August 2013
• Worked as part of a production team in a fast-paced environment
• Adopted a production style appropriate for sports talk
• Edited audio from numerous sources with quick turn-around for broadcast
• Created commentary montages and sequences on tournament matches
• Developed and pitched story and montage ideas to senior producers
• Prepared audio for on-air broadcasting during live broadcasts
• Assisted with pilot production of Barclays Premier League Podcast
Programming Assistant/Imaging Director/Board Operator
92.3 WTTS-FM/95.9 FM AM1370 WGCL | March 2009 – August 2011
• Executed full station imaging overhaul including writing, producing, and editing station IDs, promos, imagers, and bumps
• Created programming that served the audience and generated sales
• Produced independent music show and programming for both talk and music formats
• Hosted weekday evenings and weekends on WTTS
• Frequently hosted WGCL Morning Show and live produced programs
• Managed and updated content on both stations’ websites
• Conducted in-studio performances and both in-studio and on-site interviews with musicians
Education
Goldsmiths College, University of London | MA Radio | 2012
Indiana University, Bloomington | BA Telecommunications | 2009