Alexandria Paton
Brandon
Summary
Experienced in planning and executing comprehensive project plans, utilizing strong leadership and organizational skills to guide teams and ensure project milestones are met. Proven track record of building relationships and fostering connections with local, state, and national leaders. Skilled in leadership coaching and media training within the political and medical fields. Proficient at identifying or anticipating problems and providing effective solutions, excelling through mentoring, training, and empowering team members to excel in their performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Content Director
SuperTalk MS Media
08.2019 - Current
- Develop content strategy to enhance brand messaging and audience engagement.
- Manage editorial calendar, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality content.
- Analyze audience insights and metrics to refine content approach and drive engagement.
- Establish best practices for creation, optimizing workflows for efficiency.
- Cultivate relationships with industry influencers to expand reach and enhance content credibility.
- Meets deadlines while maintaining high-quality output under tight timelines.
- Create multimedia elements, enhancing storytelling within written pieces.
- Oversees freelancers and agencies, ensuring consistent communication and quality control.
Joint owner and operator
The Paton Sisters
09.2011 - Current
- Violin and Harp Duo – music for weddings, funerals, and special events.
Multimedia Journalist
News Mississippi
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed board operations, provided voice-over for commercials, broadcasted events, and wrote website news articles.
- Produced multimedia content across platforms, boosting audience engagement and reach.
- Conducted research for news stories, ensuring reporting accuracy and relevance.
- Interviewed diverse subjects to capture unique perspectives for reports.
- Mentored junior journalists to enhance skills and promote collaboration in the newsroom.
- Led investigative projects uncovering community issues, raising public awareness.
Reporter
HottyToddy.com
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Investigated local events, providing accurate and timely news coverage to enhance community engagement.
- Conducted in-depth interviews with key stakeholders, uncovering critical insights for feature stories.
- Edited articles for clarity and consistency, ensuring adherence to publication standards and style guidelines.
- Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
Sound Board Operator & Voice Over Talent
Boswell Media
02.2010 - 01.2017
- Managed board operations, provided voice-over talent for commercials and events, and wrote news articles.
- Operated soundboard systems for optimal audio quality during live events.
- Trained junior operators on soundboard usage and troubleshooting techniques.
- Portrayed diverse characters in commercials, enhancing brand narratives.
- Edited audio tracks for clarity, maintaining high production standards.
DJ and Voice Over Talent
Rebel Radio
02.2016 - 12.2016
- Curated diverse music playlists tailored to audience preferences and show themes
- Operated soundboard systems for optimal audio and production quality during live events
- Trained junior operators on soundboard usage and troubleshooting techniques
- Provided voice over talent and audio editing for client commercials, station promos, and legal ID's
- Edited audio tracks for clarity, maintaining high production standards
Work Study
Joel Hill, Director of Choral and Vocal Music
08.2014 - 02.2015
- Organized documents, archived and labeled music, created templates, brochures, and order forms, created outlines for letters to businesses and prospective students.
Employee
Becky Lawrence Design Group Inc.
09.2006 - 01.2014
- Event set up and tear down (9/2006 - 10/2008), promoted to maître-d (10/2008 - 2/2009), moved to kitchen staff (3/2009 – 12/2009), promoted to head of kitchen staff (12/2009 – 11/2010), baker and wedding cake decorator (11/2010 – 2014).
Employee
Beehive Bakery
07.2011 - 04.2012
- Cake decorator
Education
B.A. - Broadcast Journalism
University of Mississippi
05.2017
A.A. - Communications
Holmes Community College
05.2015
Homeschool Graduated - undefined
05.2013
Skills
- Content scheduling, direction, and strategy
- Cultivate relationships with local, state, and national leaders
- Writing skills - creating, editing, and distributing press releases
- Interview training and air checks with on-air talent
- Social media management
- Deadline and project management
Timeline
Content Director
SuperTalk MS Media
08.2019 - Current
Multimedia Journalist
News Mississippi
06.2017 - 08.2019
DJ and Voice Over Talent
Rebel Radio
02.2016 - 12.2016
Reporter
HottyToddy.com
01.2016 - 05.2017
Work Study
Joel Hill, Director of Choral and Vocal Music
08.2014 - 02.2015
Joint owner and operator
The Paton Sisters
09.2011 - Current
Employee
Beehive Bakery
07.2011 - 04.2012
Sound Board Operator & Voice Over Talent
Boswell Media
02.2010 - 01.2017
Employee
Becky Lawrence Design Group Inc.
09.2006 - 01.2014
A.A. - Communications
Holmes Community College
Homeschool Graduated - undefined
B.A. - Broadcast Journalism
University of Mississippi
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