Resumes of Job Seekers

Joseph C. Coleman
Nome, AK | joecoleman1519@gmail.com | (907) 434-2865 | Loyola Marymount University ‘19 | BA Philosophy

Work Experience

KNOM Radio - On-air Morning Show host
Nome, AK - 06/2019 - Current
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Producer/reporter covering local news, conducting interviews live and in-studio
● Set up weekly on-air collaboration with the National Parks Service
● Announced different parts of radio broadcasts including ads, song switches and added 6 new segments to the Morning Show to increase listener engagement
● Performed live coverage of special events, including the Iditarod Sled Dog Race and snowmobile races
● Informed audience about events in Western Alaska, general PSA's and music titles and artists
● Co-hosted weekly NBA talk show
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Loyola Marymount University - On-campus Events Coordinator
Los Angeles, Ca - 09/2015 - 05/2019
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● Coordinated logistics for large-campus service events including the annual Hunger Banquet
● Managed pairing of students with on-campus volunteer opportunities
● Performed general office duties, including answering multi-line phones, routing calls, and greeting visitors
● Updated spreadsheets and databases to manage rosters, finances, and event planning for 450 students
● Assisted all 10 service organizations with each semester’s volunteer requirements by conducting weekly meetings in the absence of the director
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Loyola Marymount University Philosophy Department - Intern
Los Angeles, Ca - 08/2018 - 05/2019
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● Acted as teaching assistant for Honors Intro to Philosophy students by editing papers in office hours
● Worked with one other student to create and edit department newsletter
● Coordinated 5 department events including film nights, game nights, and panels
● Performed clerical support by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements
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Extracurriculars
● Agape Service Organization – 2017-2019
o Vice President - 2017-2018
o Helped to create mental-health-focused organization
o Created and facilitated weekly reflections on topics of faith and social justice
o Attended weekly board meetings to discuss service plans and needs of all 45 members
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● Our Lady of Victory School – 2018-2019
o Facilitated weekly after school program for anywhere from 10-25 students in elementary and middle school
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● Good Shepherd Shelter – 2016-2019
o Spent 2 years as an after-school tutor for grades 3-6
o Acted as a teacher’s aide and facilitator for elementary PE and Pre-K for one semester each

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

• Deep passion for Live and Local radio with some voice tracking experience, able toconnect with listeners through multiple platforms… on-air, on-line, and in person, including being capable of handling listeners requests for special songs
• Communicative, team player that can take direction from management
• Sound Knowledge of on-air program formats including live programs regarding music, and guest interviews, and also able to use broadcasting equipment and perform minor maintenance
• Expertise in preparing program scripts by performing detailed research about the selected songs and forming questions for celebrity/guest interviews. Also, deliver compelling and interesting content in an efficient manner, and possess a creative mindset with the ability to devise plans for introducing new programs on the air
• Team player with exceptional organizational and communication skills, yet still able to work independently

 TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES 

Applications: Adobe Audition, Audio Vault, Smart Caster, Scott System, Arrakis Digilink

RADIO BROADCAST EXPERIENCE                                                                                                                               Radio Control Board Operator                                                                                                                                       Three Daughters Media, Forest Virginia                                            May 2018–May, 2019

• Accountable for airing the sports play-by-play game broadcasts including quality control and audio elements
• Administered radio checks to make sure broadcast is displayed and heard correctly
• Used quick cues to adjust the broadcast in real time

Music Director/Voicetrack Announcer                                                                                                                                 WAMV Radio,Amherst Virginia                                            May 2012 - February 2018

• Charted and updated the music library according to Singing News Magazine radio charts          
• Added new music into rotation as posted on the charts                   
• Operated control board for local weekly high school athletic games 
• Voicetrack announced occasional air shifts
• Oversaw tasks related to the availability of music tracks
• Served as an ambassador for the radio station, and maintained a positive approachable attitude while interacting with the audience

Assistant Manager                                                                                                                            
Liberty University/WQLU Radio, Lynchburg, Virginia   September 2010 - December 2012

• Responsible for operations of student radio station, including managing 15-20 student workers, in various capacities.
• Hosted and produced live weekend Classic CCM music program. Including, program prep, song selection, handling listener phone and social media requests, scheduling and conducting occasional guest interviews by phone or in studio, established a strong relationship with listeners by providing entertaining and interesting information.
• Board operated some college basketball play by play game broadcasts including quality control and audio elements, administered radio checks to make sure broadcast is displayed and heard correctly, used quick cues to adjust the broadcast in real time
• Assisted the sales team in selling airtime, by producing and editing corporate sponsor promos, program promo teasers.

Announcer/Control Board Operator
WCVZ Radio, Zanesville, Ohio                                       March 1996 – November 2000 

• Supervised the broadcasting of news, weather reports, and upcoming pre-recorded programs
• Frequently updated music and program log, and organized music library
• Produced and edited some corporate sponsor promos, program promo teasers,
  and station staff Christmas greetings

                                                                                                                                                                                     EDUCATION                                                                                                                                     

Bachelor of Science in Communications                                          December 2012    Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia

Concentration: Radio Broadcasting                                                                                                                  

Last 20 years have been spent working in retail district management and in the marketing and advertising field. Continue to do so today.

Radio Demo at https://youtu.be/LIn_czYtNUM
TV News Promo Reads at https://youtu.be/XQYECv0vR7cPrevious

Radio Experience

KOEL - Waterloo, Iowa
Music Director/Afternoon Drive/Production

KHMX - Houston
Swing Shifts/Production

WGRL - Indianapolis
Mid-Days/Production

KKYS - Bryan College Station
Afternoons/Music Director/Production

KYND - Houston
Board Op/Production

EDWARD ALLEN DONOHUE

370 Red Fox Lane

Bozeman, MT 59718

406-451-3013

RADIO PROGRAMMING EXPERIENCE:

7/2015-Present:   Operations Manager, Reier Broadcasting Co., Bozeman, MT. KBOZ-am, KBOZ-fm, KOBB-am, KOBB-fm, KOZB-fm. 

Formats are: News/Talk; Contemporary Country; ESPN/Sports; Good-Time Oldies; Classic Rock

7/2011-7/2015     Air personality, Mountain Broadcasting, Missoula, MT.  Voice-Tracker mid-days on                                       102.5 KMSO, Missoula (CHR) and afternoons on 107.9 KHDV, Hamilton (Classic                                     Hits)  

7/2011-12/14       Station Manager, Mountain Broadcasting, Bozeman and Missoula, MT

                                KMTZ/Bozeman; Morning Show Host (AC)

2008-2008:           Appaloosa Broadcasting, Cheyenne, WY

                                Operations Manager: KRRR/KRAE/KMJY; Morning Show Host (Classic Hits)

2002-2008:           Clear Channel Radio, Billings, MT

                                Program Director/Morning Show Host, 97.1 K-BEAR (Classic Hits)

2000-2002:           Marathon Media, Billings, MT

                                Morning Show Co-Host, 97.1 K-BEAR (Classic Hits)

1998-2000:           Marathon Media, Billings, MT

                                Morning Show Host, KIDX-fm (Country)

1994-1997:           Reier Broadcasting Co., Bozeman, MT

                                Operations Manager: KBOZ/KZLO/KOBB/KPKX/KATH/Morning Show (‘70s Hits)

1991-1994:           Reier Broadcasting Co., Billings, MT

                                Operations Manager, Program Director, Midday Personality: 103.7 KOHZ (Soft AC)

1989-1991:           KIDX (AC) / KGHL (Country), Billings, MT; Production Director, Midday Air

1988-1989:           KUUB (CHR), Bozeman, MT; Production Director, Midday Air

1987-1988:           KVXO (CHR), Spokane, WA; Program Director, Afternoon Air

TELEVISION EXPERIENCE:

1990 - 1998:         KTVQ-TV, Billings, MT (Voice Talent, Station Imaging Voice)

1987 - 1988:         KHQ-TV, Spokane, WA (Camera Operator, Promotions Director, Voice Talent)

HOBBIES:           Motorcycling, snowmobiling, photography, video production.