Experience

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  Wurl

  • United States
  • Technology, Information and Internet
  • 100 - 200 Employee

  • Launch Operator

    • Jan 2022 - Present

  • Channel Operations Associate

    • Jul 2021 - Jan 2022

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  Encompass Digital Media, Inc.

  • United States
  • Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Scheduling Coordinator (Revolt TV)

    • Oct 2019 - Jul 2021

    •Communicate with clients to maintain client relations and to fulfill network requests.•Receive and complete client provided playlists for processing, as well as processing playlist changes per client request.•Ingest of video assets, including quick-turn programming for same day air. •Manage database of programming and interstitial content.•Responsible for processing media: programs, commercials, promos, etc.•Provide after-hours coverage for LIVE events according to business needs.•Maintenance of media library and inventory.

  • Scheduling Coordinator (Hallmark Channel)

    • Jun 2015 - Sep 2020

    •Communicate with clients to maintain client relations and to fulfill network requests.•Receive and complete client provided playlists for processing, as well as processing playlist changes per client request.•Ingest of video assets, including quick-turn programming for same day air. •Manage database of programming content and interstitials.•Responsible for processing media: shows, commercials, promos, etc.•Provide after-hours coverage for LIVE events according to business needs.•Maintenance of tape library and inventory.

  • Broadcast Coordinator (NFL, CBS Sports, and YES Network Master Control - Live Assist Operator)

    • Mar 2007 - Jun 2015

    •Serve as primary point of contact for network representatives, including members of on-air operations, programming, and traffic departments (network clients listed below).•Utilize automation and digital asset management software to edit network schedule, accounting for program timing and re-airs as well as financial and broadcasting requirements.•Oversee all live programming, including breaking news, sporting events, studio programs, and tape-delayed specials.•Ensure quality control and resolve problems for all live and recorded broadcast materials.► Troubleshoot incoming transmissions that have audio or video irregularities.► Recommend course of action to network representatives and on-site engineering department to ensure both short-term workaround and long-term resolution of issues.•Collaborate with on-site master control operators, traffic department, and operations management to fulfill clients' needs.•Train and evaluate staff members on ingest and quality control software, network SOPs, and problem resolution procedures.

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  Open the Fridge

  • Senior Editor

    • Mar 2010 - Oct 2018

    •Writer, editor, reporter, and video producer for a broad range of media topics (television, video games, movies, comics, etc.)•Performed on-camera and audio interviews with members of the video game, comic book, television, and voice over industries.•Produced video segments for the Open the Frid...

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  Ascent Media

  • Stamford, Connecticut

  • Master Control Operator

    • Jan 2010 - Nov 2011
    • Stamford, Connecticut

    Monitored on-air programming for A&E, History Channel, Biography Channel, Lifetime, and associated networks.Encoded network programming (shows, movies, commercials, promos).Performed quality control for network programming.

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  Ascent Media

  • Stamford, CT

  • Encode Operator

    • Nov 2006 - Mar 2007
    • Stamford, CT

    Performed quality control examinations, dubbing, data entry, and server encoding for incoming network programming, interstitials, and paid advertisements.Collaborated with multiple client teams, including A&E Television Networks, NFL Network, and YES Network.

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  Kaplowe Studios

  • Woodbridge, Connecticut

  • Video Producer/Editor

    • Jun 2005 - Oct 2006
    • Woodbridge, Connecticut

    Produced television commercials for local businesses, primarily auto dealerships.Worked directly with clients regarding creative input on commercials and videos.Developed skills with Final Cut Pro, Pro Tools, and Photoshop software.