Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
INTERESTS
Timeline
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Cooper Paty

Oklahoma City,OK

Summary

Dedicated and professional creative with a propensity for hard work and people. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

8
years of professional experience

Work History

KOCO - Hearst Corporation

Broadcast Technician
08.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Networked with other industry professionals in order to maintain access to high-end facilities and journalistic sources.
  • Facilitated smooth transmission of signals from remote locations using satellite uplink technology.
  • Operated cameras, audio mixing, and master control positions for live newscasts, in addition to all other technician duties required by the position.
  • Contributed to efficient productions by performing routine maintenance on studio equipment and updating software as needed.
  • Identified equipment issues and implemented troubleshooting techniques for resolution.
  • Monitored channels for compliance with federal regulations and strict company rules.
  • Performed quality control duties for on air content during newscasts.
  • Kept signal strong, clear, and reliable with continuous monitoring and optimization of broadcast equipment.
  • Researched and evaluated new broadcast technologies to utilize latest technologies.
  • Contact: Jon Hicks - jdhicks@hearst.com

WYFF - Hearst Corporation

Broadcast Technician
04.2024 - 08.2024

Job overview

  • Facilitated smooth transmission of signals from remote locations using satellite uplink technology.
  • Contributed to efficient productions by performing routine maintenance on studio equipment and updating software as needed.
  • Identified equipment issues and implemented troubleshooting techniques for resolution.
  • Monitored channels for compliance with federal regulations and strict company rules.
  • Performed quality control duties for on air content during newscasts.
  • Kept signal strong, clear, and reliable with continuous monitoring and optimization of broadcast equipment.
  • Researched and evaluated new broadcast technologies to utilize latest technologies.
  • Contact: Greg Tuggle - gtuggle@hearst.com

The LEGO Group

Supervisor
09.2021 - 09.2023

Job overview

  • Provided peerless customer service akin to the LEGO brand.
  • Provided a memorable experience for all customers.
  • Created inclusive environments for all associates and curated positive policies.
  • Delegated tasks at hand to ensure the best LEGO experience for both customers and associates.
  • Contact: Chuck Kenyon - charles.kenyon@lego.com

Bizzell Memorial Library- University of Oklahoma

Media Producer
01.2022 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Produced media for varying mediums on a variety of topics, both academic and extra-curricular.
  • Worked with advanced technical equipment, and maintained an efficient ability to write, produce, and direct.
  • Edited print, video, and audio for Bizzell Memorial Library.
  • Contact: Dr. MaryAnn Martin - mas@ou.edu

AMCOR Flexibles

Part-Time Employee
06.2020 - 08.2020

Job overview

  • Maintained and inspected the quality of manufactured goods and products.
  • Delegated tasks and managed people as leader on shift.
  • Helped generate morale and create growth opportunities.

Education

The University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK

Bachelor Of Arts from Media Production
05.2023

University Overview

Skills

  • Time and Resource Management
  • Interpersonal Relations
  • People Leading
  • Audio Engineering
  • Digital Media Production
  • Media Editing
  • Computer Networking
  • System Maintenance
  • Equipment Installation
  • Equipment Maintenance and Repair
  • Live Broadcast Operations

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Oversaw and contributed to KOCO's technical core overhaul and installation.
  • Installed new switches for all network users at KOCO. Created extensive documentation for ease of service and future troubleshooting.
  • Expanded network capabilities for KOCO's First Alert Storm Command vehicle. This installation utilized Starlink technology in a novel capacity within the Hearst company.
  • Facilitated wall-to-wall severe weather coverage for KOCO, including wildfires, tornadoes, and ice storms.
  • Engineered live, courtside broadcasts from every single game of the 2025 NBA Finals. This included improvised trouble-shooting and extensive travel.
  • Engineered live broadcasts from the Texas State Fair for college football coverage.
  • Played a role in almost every single operations position in the station, creating a wide and peerless knowledge of the station and its inner workings.

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • Half and Half Productions (06/2023 - Present) Boom Mic Operator and Audio Mixer
  • Real Okie Superheroes (10/2022 - Present) Volunteer Ghostbuster
  • Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia (01/2019 - 01/2021) Fraternity Brother of Mu Chapter
  • The Pride of Oklahoma (08/2019 - 01/2021) Sousaphone Section member and Squad Leader

INTERESTS

INTERESTS
Gaming, Building and Working on Computers, Voice Acting, Fantasy Roleplaying Games, Writing and Playing Music, Reading, Writing, Watching and Making Films

Timeline

Broadcast Technician
KOCO - Hearst Corporation
08.2024 - Current
Broadcast Technician
WYFF - Hearst Corporation
04.2024 - 08.2024
Media Producer
Bizzell Memorial Library- University of Oklahoma
01.2022 - 01.2023
Supervisor
The LEGO Group
09.2021 - 09.2023
Part-Time Employee
AMCOR Flexibles
06.2020 - 08.2020
The University of Oklahoma
Bachelor Of Arts from Media Production
Cooper Paty