Ashton Deary
Austin,TX
Summary
Experienced Host who can sniff out a story and engage a wide range of audiences.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Musician
Free Sound Enterprises
Austin, TX
01.2012 - Current
- Played live shows with full bands and solo performances.
- Collaborated with other musicians to create unique soundscapes.
- Developed promotional material such as posters, flyers and websites.
- Developed strong interpersonal skills to deal with different personalities.
- Performed in front of live audiences on television and as part of theater productions.
- Researched genres and well-known performers to create inspiring, memorable performances.
Host
Sonic Box Mastering
Los Angeles, CA
01.2017 - 11.2024
- Produced 8hrs of programming Daily
- Interviewed Independent Artists and Music Professionals.
- Engaged viewers through social media platforms while hosting shows or events.
- Coordinated production teams to ensure smooth broadcasts.
- Developed creative concepts for segments and episodes.
- Developed connections with public relations contacts, providing exemplary sources for news stories.
Host
Word To The Weird
Austin, TX
03.2015 - 07.2016
- Developed creative concepts for segments and episodes.
- Wrote scripts, researched topics, and prepared questions for interviews.
- Edited video footage for use in broadcasts as needed.
- Arranged interviews with witnesses and bystanders, providing first-hand accounts of stories.
- Presented news stories through in-depth videotaped segments or live transmissions from on-scene reporters.
TV Host
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA
01.2005 - 03.2009
- Created tightly written news stories crafted from reliable sources.
- Facilitated discussions between panelists during debates or roundtable conversations.
- Delivered engaging introductions of featured stories or guest interviews.
- Organized recording sessions with guests, including scheduling.
- Recorded voiceover segments for intros, outros, and transitions between sections of the podcast episode.
Education
Theatre Arts
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GASkills
- Audience Engagement
- Content Development
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Soundboard Use
- Current Events
- Scriptwriting
- Investigative Journalism
- Coordinating Promotional Events
- Improvisation
- Developing Rapport With Guests
- Remote Broadcasting
- Live Broadcasting Expertise
Timeline
Host
Sonic Box Mastering
01.2017 - 11.2024
Host
Word To The Weird
03.2015 - 07.2016
Musician
Free Sound Enterprises
01.2012 - Current
TV Host
Clark Atlanta University
01.2005 - 03.2009
Theatre Arts
Clark Atlanta University