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Cortez Akins

Broadcast Journalism Teacher
Texarkana,AR

Summary

Accomplished Broadcast Journalism Teacher at Arkansas High School, recognized for mentoring award-winning students and enhancing broadcast quality. Expert in Adobe Premiere and adept at mentorship, I spearheaded a program to national recognition. With experience at 103.7 The Buzz, my skills in audio production and editing workflows have significantly contributed to dynamic broadcast content.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Broadcast Journalism Teacher

Arkansas High School
Texarkana, Texas
08.2021 - Current
  • Educate students on advanced techniques in broadcast journalism including anchoring, editing, scriptwriting alongside technical production.
  • Mentored award-winning students in various competitions, including Second Runner-Up On-Air Talent at Arkansas Scholastic Press Association.
  • Enhanced broadcast quality of sports games and assemblies with efficient use of ATEM and TriCaster switchers.
  • Developed and guided an award-winning program, securing national recognition with the Student Television Network's Bronze National Merit.
  • Oversaw collaborative endeavors incorporating cameras, editing software, and live broadcasting to engage communities and schools.

Producer

103.7 The Buzz
Little Rock, AR
12.2019 - 08.2021
  • Developed dynamic material for sports-centric local radio station.
  • Oversaw show schedules, edited audio files, and handled live broadcasts.
  • Directed allocation of ad breaks.
  • Produced radio advertisements.

Freelance Producer

Little Rock Trojan Basketball
Little Rock, AR
01.2020 - 03.2021
  • Produced live radio broadcasts.
  • Organized rundown.
  • I communicated with on-air talent.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Communications

Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR
12-2019

Skills

  • Adobe Premiere
  • After Effects
  • Audition
  • Final Cut Pro
  • Video switchers
  • ATEM
  • TriCaster
  • Live streaming platforms
  • Mirrorless cameras
  • Video cameras
  • Scriptwriting
  • Audio production
  • Editing workflows
  • Classroom management
  • Mentorship abilities

Accomplishments

  • Student Awards: Students placed 2nd and 3rd in SkillsUSA Broadcast News Division; 2nd in Audio Production.
  • National Recognition: Led program to earn Student Television Network's National Merit Award (Bronze).
  • Competition Success: Students received multiple awards at state and national broadcast competitions.

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Broadcast Journalism Teacher

Arkansas High School
08.2021 - Current

Freelance Producer

Little Rock Trojan Basketball
01.2020 - 03.2021

Producer

103.7 The Buzz
12.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelor's Degree - Communications

Henderson State University

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