Dana Parisi
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Dynamic and enthusiastic Radio professional skilled in scheduling and production management. Possesses demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful strategies, meeting tight deadlines and exceeding goals. Exceptional organizational and communication skills for working with diverse teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
On Air Talent Consulting
Self Employed
07.2021 - Current
- Support and coach emerging talent in preparation for broadcast opportunities
- Develop skills and foundation to plan and execute successful on-air show or interview.
- Developed unique, creative programs for individual talent that resonated with their target demographics and generated positive feedback.
Morning Show Co-Host (106.1 WBLI)
Cox Media Group
12.2014 - 09.2021
- Collaborated with the main host to develop captivating content, resulting in increased listenership.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of current events, pop culture trends, and industry news to stay informed as a co-host personality.
- Successfully promoted & hosted station events, such as BLI Summer Jam, grossing more than 110,000 tickets sold across 5 years
- Enhanced audience engagement by incorporating interactive segments and timely topics into the show.
- Developed strong relationships with guests and publicists, fostering a positive reputation for the show within the industry.
- Promoted brand partnerships by delivering authentic endorsements during broadcast segments.
- Participated in community outreach initiatives on behalf of the show, strengthening its connection with listeners and local organizations.
- Managed social media platforms for the show, connecting with fans and boosting online presence.
- Operated studio equipment and produced show advertisements.
On-Air Radio Personality
JVC Broadcasting
10.2013 - 12.2014
- Enhanced listener experience by creating engaging and entertaining content tailored to the target audience.
- Collaborated with fellow radio personalities and production team to develop creative ideas for segments, promotions, and events.
- Promoted station-sponsored events both on-air and off-air to drive attendance rates while maintaining a positive brand image within the community.
- Ensured seamless broadcast operations by effectively operating audio equipment such as consoles, microphones, sound boards, recording devices, and editing software.
- Maintained professional relationships with artists'' representatives to secure exclusive interviews or premieres of new music releases for the show.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Connecticut School of Broadcasting
Hasbrouck Heights09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Radio And Television Broadcasting
College of Staten Island
Staten Island05.2009
Associate of Science - Music Management
Monmouth University
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ05.2006
Skills
- Media Strategy
- Timelines
- Strong improvisation
- Exceptional communication
- Audio Editing Expertise
- Branding Consistency
- Content Development
- Clear Communication
Highlights And Achievements
- Starting from the #11 morning show to the #1 morning radio show, #1 morning radio show for women, #1 morning radio show for women ages 18-54, and #1 morning radio show for all persons 25-54 in our respective market.
- Named “Influential Millennial” by Long Island Business News
- 50+ on camera guest interviews with the Music Industry's top A List artists such as BTS, Fall Out Boy, Selena Gomez, The Backstreet Boys, Bruno Mars and Demi Lovato
- Executed high profile brand sponsorships and endorsements with Dunkin', Mattress Firm, Chevrolet, Verizon and T-Mobile.
- 5x Hosted and Promoted SOLD OUT "Summer Jam" concert at the Jones Beach Theater (20,000+ attendees YOY)
- Part of the Def Jam Video Promotions team for Method Man & Redman's Blackout! 2 album which debuted at #7 on the Billboard 200 charts in May 2009.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridImportant To Me
Company CultureCareer advancementPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefits401k matchPaid time offTimeline
On Air Talent Consulting
Self Employed
07.2021 - Current
Morning Show Co-Host (106.1 WBLI)
Cox Media Group
12.2014 - 09.2021
On-Air Radio Personality
JVC Broadcasting
10.2013 - 12.2014
Certificate of Completion - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Connecticut School of Broadcasting
Bachelor of Science - Radio And Television Broadcasting
College of Staten Island
Associate of Science - Music Management
Monmouth University