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Adam J. Franklin

Chicago,IL

Summary

QUALIFICATIONS Talented broadcast professional accomplished in on-air work. Persuasive and gregarious with great style. Customizes approaches based on different programming needs. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

54
54
years of professional experience

Work History

Traffic Producer

WGN TV
Chicago, Illinois
02.2010 - 07.2019
  • Organization and preparation of live traffic reports for hourly TV news segments, used by news reporters and anchors.
  • Used helicopter cameras, police scanners, and social media feeds to generate breaking news stories, update current travel times, while incorporating 3D travel graphics into each segment.
  • While using live shots and aerial views I built a following across all social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

Traffic Anchor

CLTV, Radiate Media
Chicago, Illinois
03.2012 - 07.2019
  • Write and report forty-second traffic segments for use on-air, six times per hour
  • Increased breaking news reports by 20%, raising morning viewership.
  • Established base travel times, highlighted key routes, and managed traffic accidents by creating 3D graphics for broadcast television.

Desk Editor/Traffic Producer

NBC 5, Radiate Media
Chicago, Illinois
07.2009 - 07.2018
  • Generate news stories by confirming news tips, and scanner feeds, and
  • Coordinate live shots for reporters, set up satellite signals, and prep reporter with story information
  • Edit and purchase stringer tape for morning show.

Network Board Operator/Post Game Producer

Bears Radio/Newsradio780
Chicago, Illinois
08.2007 - 01.2011
  • Oversee operation of sound board for network, and affiliates, while programming commercial spots.
  • Booked show guests, pre-screened callers, connected guests with hosts and analysts.
  • Executed live, local broadcasts with no errors.

Assistant Producer/Editor

WBBM-AM, CBS Radio
Chicago, Illinois
12.2005 - 06.2014
  • Record, edit all audio for Newsradio780 Morning Show
  • Research news tips, conduct interviews, edit audio, and write leads for air
  • Record national and local podcasts like, Chicago Bears Insider, Noon Business Hour, and many other shows.

Board Operator and Host

WJMK- Jack FM/WCKG- Fresh FM
Chicago, Illinois
07.2010 - 05.2012
  • Announced ads, song switches and breaking news segments for radio broadcasts.
  • Selected and created audio cuts and pre-produced audio programs for more fluid broadcasting.
  • Facilitated live coverage of special events, promotions and sports matches.

Marketing Sales Manager/Radio Talk Show Host

WRDP - Radio DePaul
Chicago, IL
01.2003 - 10.2005
  • Hosted "Radstarr Radio," handpicked playlists, interviewed show guests and moderated discussions.
  • Trained and supervised new DJs on technology and sound booth use.
  • Established relationships with sponsors, sold airtime

Board of Trustees Member

Bethany United Church Of Christ
Chicago, Illinois
08.2010 - Current
  • Identified long-term goals, crafted business plans for church repairs, kept projects on track.
  • Monitored operational activities to ascertain effectiveness of results.
  • Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by engaging, identifying and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.

Guitarist/Vocalist/ Recording Artist

Radstarr
Chicago, IL
  • Performed at charity fundraisers for Christopher House and Bethany UCC. Raised over $5,000.
  • Composed, arranged and recorded over 30 original songs. Playing the Double Door was life highlight.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

DePaul University
Chicago, IL
06.2005

Skills

  • Audio Vault, Cool Edit, ENPS, Newsboss, Nextgen, TIMS, TONS,
  • Logic, PowerPoint, Pro Tools, Excel, Word, Wordpress

Timeline

Traffic Anchor

CLTV, Radiate Media
03.2012 - 07.2019

Board of Trustees Member

Bethany United Church Of Christ
08.2010 - Current

Board Operator and Host

WJMK- Jack FM/WCKG- Fresh FM
07.2010 - 05.2012

Traffic Producer

WGN TV
02.2010 - 07.2019

Desk Editor/Traffic Producer

NBC 5, Radiate Media
07.2009 - 07.2018

Network Board Operator/Post Game Producer

Bears Radio/Newsradio780
08.2007 - 01.2011

Assistant Producer/Editor

WBBM-AM, CBS Radio
12.2005 - 06.2014

Marketing Sales Manager/Radio Talk Show Host

WRDP - Radio DePaul
01.2003 - 10.2005

Guitarist/Vocalist/ Recording Artist

Radstarr

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

DePaul University

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