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Work History
Education
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Receptionist

Antonia Batts

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Enthusiastic Talk Show Host with passion for news and current affairs performs on-air to attract targeted audience and build network ratings. Experienced in interviewing people of interest and bringing experts to educate audience on different topics. D

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Talk Show Host

WBNN Internet Radio
2013.02 - Current
  • Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
  • Deployed to news events locales to provide on-the-ground broadcast solutions and news coverage.
  • Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
  • Presented developments in stories in live broadcasts and recordings.

Petty Officer, A/V Unit, I Broadcast Journalism

United States Naval Reserves
1985.03 - 1988.03
  • Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
  • Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
  • Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
  • Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
  • Broadcasted and blind read copy for advertisements and breaking news developments.
  • Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
  • Drafted messages and reports to inform leadership of current situations using Software.
  • Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
  • Trained Number junior officers to develop officers into future leaders.
  • Supervised logistical functions to support battalion of Number.
  • Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.
  • Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
  • Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
  • Conducted and oversaw interrogations, briefings and debriefings.
  • Prepared and delivered investigative reports and briefings.
  • Completed administrative patient intakes with case histories, insurance information and mandated forms.
  • Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
  • Collaborated with producers and management to develop newscasts, promotions and teases.
  • Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.
  • Directed collection, organization and application of field intelligence and combat data to enhance troop safety and operational success.
  • Presented developments in stories in live broadcasts and recordings.
  • Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
  • Managed office bookkeeping with insurance billing and patient payments.
  • Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces.
  • Mentored and supervised 30 personnel within unit, providing positive guidance for professional and personal development.
  • Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
  • Devised and implemented battle plans to achieve tactical objectives.
  • Anchored popular broadcast program with good ratings and audience engagement.
  • Answered phone calls and messages for Number-physician Type medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.
  • Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
  • Covered special events and breaking news with eye for detail and tenacious pursuit of important information.
  • Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
  • Deployed to news events locales to provide on-the-ground broadcast solutions and news coverage.
  • Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
  • Greeted visitors and initiated triage processes for clients to streamline patient flow.
  • Planned and conducted research and pitched long-form stories to promote investigative news topics.
  • Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
  • Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
  • Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
  • Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
  • Directed safe and secure operations of over $Amount worth of government property, resulting in no loss of equipment or negative incidents.
  • Registered and verified patient records before triage with most up-to-date information.
  • Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
  • Operated electronic sensors and Type computer systems to collect, analyze and disseminate electronic intelligence.
  • Utilized SEO principles to optimize content for search engine rankings.
  • Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
  • Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
  • Assisted with medical coding and billing tasks.
  • Conducted patient intake interviews, recording and documenting relevant information.
  • Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
  • Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
  • Processed medical insurance claims and payments.
  • Disseminated news content through social media for better engagement with audiences and faster reporting.

Education

Audiovisual Training

Philly Cam
Philadelphia, PA

Trident Technical College, N. Charleston, SC - Graphic Communications/broadcast Journalism

Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC
05.1991

Skills

  • Interviewing Strengths
  • Interpretation of Findings
  • Investigative Reports
  • Editorial Collaboration
  • Music Writing
  • Commercial Recording
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Current Events
  • Community Events
  • Show Planning
  • Content Writing
  • TV Broadcasting
  • Effective Working Relationships
  • Telephone Interviews
  • Public Service
  • Media Operations Knowledge
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Creative Writing
  • Microsoft Word
  • Broadcast Anchoring
  • Staff Collaboration
  • Cover Breaking Stories
  • Research Topics
  • Breaking News Tracking
  • Proper Elocution
  • Booking Guests
  • Microsoft Excel
  • On-Camera Skills
  • Social Media Content
  • Microphone Setup
  • Time Management
  • Interview Guests
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Story Planning
  • Special Events
  • Story Pitches

Timeline

Lead Talk Show Host

WBNN Internet Radio
2013.02 - Current

Petty Officer, A/V Unit, I Broadcast Journalism

United States Naval Reserves
1985.03 - 1988.03

Audiovisual Training

Philly Cam

Trident Technical College, N. Charleston, SC - Graphic Communications/broadcast Journalism

Trident Technical College
Antonia Batts