Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Accomplishments
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Timeline
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Alexander Boynton

Lisle,IL

Summary

Charming and upbeat radio professional offering proven background in station planning and announcing combined with demonstrated leadership, multitasking and relationship-building abilities. Skillfully organize functions, write scripts and coordinate team needed to meet dynamic business demands. Market-driven and performance-oriented professional with solid sense of listeners and station needs.

Overview

1
year of professional experience

Work History

KCOU 88.1 FM
Columbia, MO

Radio Talk Show Host
08.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Edited recorded events and interviews into radio appropriate content.
  • Developed storylines for broadcasts to engage listeners and increase audience numbers.
  • Prepared and delivered traffic, sports and weather reports.
  • Provided commentary during sporting events, parades and conventions.
  • Interviewed show guests about lives, work or topics of current interest.
  • Hosted events being broadcast over television or radio.

KCOU 88.1 FM
Columbia, MO

Sports Broadcaster
08.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Created scripts, graphics, highlights and other content for sports broadcasts.
  • Delivered on-air reports, covering stories on Basketball, Football, and Hockey.
  • Developed relationships with team personnel and other broadcasters in the industry.
  • Served as an expert analyst on various topics within the sport.
  • Provided commentary during sporting events, parades, and conventions.
  • Missouri vs. Southern Indiana WBB Play-by-play 11/20/23
  • Missouri vs. Georgia WBB Play-by-play 1/18/24

Columbia Missourian
Columbia, MO

Camera Operator Intern
08.2023 - 12.2023

Job overview

  • Planned, set up and completed live shots.
  • Arranged cameras, audio and lighting equipment for filming.
  • Viewed sets and locations to determine filming and lighting needs.
  • Collaborated with specialists, producers, and designers to produce original video content.
  • Handled camera setups, angles and movement following cues.

Naperville North High School
Naperville, IL

Assistant Football Coach
08.2022 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Organized and supervised football practice sessions.
  • Acted as positive role model for team athletes and community members.
  • Analyzed video footage of practices and games to identify areas needing improvement.
  • Coordinated with equipment managers regarding uniforms, helmets, pads.
  • Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.

Education

University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO

Bachelor of Arts from Journalism, Broadcast

University Overview

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI

Some College (No Degree) from Political Science And Government

University Overview

Skills

  • Commercial Recording
  • Coordinating Promotional Events
  • Operating Soundboards
  • Soundboard Use
  • Music Selection
  • Station Brand Management
  • Voiceover Production
  • Information Verification
  • Schedule Oversight
  • Game Plays
  • Story Editing
  • Recording Equipment
  • Production Operations
  • Public Speaking

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • Society of Professional Journalism
  • Mizzou Quizbowl

Languages

English
Professional

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Former Varsity High School Football Player
  • University of Missouri Deans List Spring 2023

Timeline

Radio Talk Show Host
KCOU 88.1 FM
08.2023 - Current
Sports Broadcaster
KCOU 88.1 FM
08.2023 - Current
Camera Operator Intern
Columbia Missourian
08.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Football Coach
Naperville North High School
08.2022 - 11.2022
University of Missouri - Columbia
Bachelor of Arts from Journalism, Broadcast
Michigan State University
Some College (No Degree) from Political Science And Government
Alexander Boynton