David Ploss

Key Roles:

• On-Air Radio Personality & Morning Show Host (Fresh Coast Mornings on WUPT - 100.3 FM in Marquette and Afternoons on the Eagle on WUPF - 107.3 FM in Escanaba/Iron Mountain)
• Outside Sales Account Executive
• Production & Content Manager

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

Broadcasting & On-Air Performance

• Hosted Fresh Coast Mornings (6 AM–10 AM weekdays) on WUPT - 100.3 FM (Marquette) and Afternoons on the Eagle (2 PM–7 PM weekdays) on WUPF - 107.3 FM (Escanaba/Iron Mountain), engaging listeners with dynamic content, music, and local events coverage.
• Facilitated live coverage of special events, promotions, and sports matches , delivering professional, high-quality broadcasts.
• Produced creative on-air segments focused on music, current events, and lifestyle topics, while managing studio boards and playout software for seamless broadcasts.
• Conducted interviews with local and national figures, including celebrities, and moderated discussions to build listener engagement.
• Wrote and presented news, weather, and commercials , maintaining a connection with the audience through social media engagement and telephone interactions.

Sales & Account Management

• Oversaw multi-platform advertising campaigns across all 17 Radio Results Network stations , crafting tailored solutions for client exposure.
• Integrated client promotions into Fresh Coast Mornings and other programs, incorporating live mentions, sponsorships, and custom segments.
• Served as a full-service resource for clients by managing ad copywriting, campaign execution, and performance reporting, ensuring measurable results.
• Cultivated long-term client relationships , driving revenue growth through strategic account management and innovative advertising strategies.

Production & Content Development

• Managed RadioResultsNetwork.com , ensuring cohesive branding, user engagement, and consistent updates with high-quality graphics and content.
• Designed promotional materials and sell sheets for company-wide sales campaigns , generating tens of thousands of dollars in annual revenue.
• Coordinated scheduling and placement of creative content on 17 station Facebook pages, aligning digital strategies with on-air promotions.
• Managed Board Operator scheduling and placement for all live sports broadcasts in the Marquette market, including Northern Michigan University (NMU) game-day programming , ensuring smooth execution of broadcasts and listener engagement.
• Developed marketing collateral for internal and external campaigns, enhancing brand consistency across platforms.
• Monitored campaign performance metrics, refining strategies to optimize reach, engagement, and client satisfaction.

Community & Promotional Efforts

• Attended promotional events to create station awareness and build listener reach , representing Radio Results Network at public events.
• Spearheaded station-led campaigns to increase ratings and grow advertising partnerships , contributing to overall company success.

• Super Service LLC | San Antonio, TX | June 2012 – July 2014
• Carter Express, Inc. | Vandalia, OH | July 2014 – July 2015
• Penske Logistics | New Haven, IN | August 2015 – August 2016
• All Truck Transportation Co., Inc. | New Haven, IN | August 2016 – June 2021

Key Responsibilities & Skills:

• Operated a range of commercial vehicles, including box trucks, tractor-trailers with 40-53 foot dry van trailers, sleeper cabs, and day cabs, ensuring safe and efficient transportation of goods across local, regional, and long-haul routes.
• Drove OTR Teams with Super Service LLC and Carter Express, coordinating with co-drivers to maximize efficiency, meet tight delivery schedules, and manage long-haul routes effectively.
• Certified in air-brake systems, ensuring safe operation of vehicles in compliance with DOT standards.
• Utilized lift gates, hi-lo platforms, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to load and unload cargo at warehouses and customer locations, ensuring accurate inventory handling and damage-free deliveries.
• Conducted daily vehicle inspections, maintained DOT-compliant logbooks, and demonstrated fluency in both eLOGs and paper logbooks to ensure precise tracking of hours of service (HOS) and full regulatory compliance.
• Supported logistics operations by dropping, hooking, and configuring trailers for efficient cargo transfers, including delivery of car manufacturing materials to Toyota USA and the TMMTX plant in San Antonio, TX.
• Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes based on weather, traffic, and delivery priorities, utilizing GPS and advanced navigation tools to optimize schedules.
• Collaborated with dispatchers, office personnel, and team drivers to ensure seamless communication, schedule adjustments, and efficient operations.
• Delivered exceptional customer service by maintaining professional communication, resolving delivery concerns, and consistently meeting tight schedules.
• Maintained an impeccable safety record and adhered to all DOT regulations, prioritizing compliance and safe driving practices.
• Enhanced operational efficiency through proactive problem-solving, mechanical repairs, and preventive maintenance measures.

• Freelance Voiceover (domestic & global clients)
• documentary narration (domestic & global clients)
• voice acting (domestic & global clients)
• commercial production (domestic & global clients)

• Hosted "The Standard Byte" on 95.7 WELT-LP, Fort Wayne. Sundays @2pm.

• Assisted patrons with locating materials, conducting catalog searches, resolving fines, and answering inquiries to ensure exceptional customer service.
• Managed the check-in/check-out process, maintained accurate inventory records, and organized returned items for proper shelving.
• Created promotional displays for featured books and communicated with patrons about overdue or missing materials to maintain collection integrity.