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Dayveonne Bussey

Newark,NJ

Summary

Dynamic media and film broadcasting professional with extensive experience in leadership, project management, and creative storytelling. Proven expertise as an on-air personality, celebrity interviewer, and film critic, with a strong track record of engaging audiences and driving impactful content strategies. Adept at managing large-scale events, developing marketing campaigns, and building strategic partnerships. Recognized for producing innovative projects that connect with diverse audiences.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Committee Board Member / Vendor Coordinator

Golden Door International Film Festival
Jersey City, NJ
09.2016 - Current
  • Lead vendor communication, compliance, and development, ensuring successful event execution.
  • Facilitate strategic board meetings to enhance festival programming and organization.
  • Spearhead recruitment initiatives to expand vendor participation and audience reach.
  • Key Achievement:
  • Streamlined vendor management processes, enhancing event efficiency and improving vendor retention.

Committee Board Member / Interviewer

Newark International Film Festival
Newark, NJ
09.2018 - Current
  • Serve as a prominent film critic, analyzing performances, storytelling, direction, and cinematography.
  • Develop engaging content by researching trending film industry topics.
  • Collaborate with festival organizers to create impactful programming that resonates with audiences.
  • Key Achievement:
  • Provided insightful reviews that influenced programming decisions and enhanced festival content quality.

Director of Khem Animation Film Festival (KAFF)

Phocused Black Star Media (PBS Media)
Newark, NJ
09.2019 - Current
  • Lead the production of Khem Fest, New Jersey's first-ever Black Comic Book and Animation Film Festival.
  • Develop comprehensive marketing strategies, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful events.
  • Manage partnerships with international clients across Australia, England, Ghana, and Canada to expand the festival's global impact.
  • Mentor and guide department leads using a custom task management system to improve productivity.
  • Key Achievements:
  • Grew Khem Fest and Khem Animation Film Festival to attract over 2,500 attendees.
  • Established impactful community initiatives promoting violence prevention and youth engagement.

Co-Host / Celebrity Interviewer / Movie Critic

StreamPunk Entertainment
Lodi, NJ
05.2023 - Current
  • Conduct exclusive celebrity interviews, delivering engaging conversations that captivate audiences.
  • Provide expert film critiques by analyzing performances, direction, and technical elements.
  • Research trending topics to develop compelling content for show segments.
  • Key Achievements:
  • Attended the Transformers: Rise of the Beast premiere in Brooklyn, NY, covering red carpet interviews.
  • Conducted an exclusive interview with WWE/AEW's Mark Henry, producing a widely viewed segment.

107.5 WBLS FM Radio

Production Intern
New York, NY
01.2009 - 06.2009
  • Supported production team with editing audio content for on-air segments.
  • Assisted in coordinating live broadcasts and events, ensuring smooth execution.
  • Conducted research for on-air talent and contributed creative ideas for show segments.

WKNI 90.3 FM Radio

Voice Jock (VJ) / Radio Personality
Union, NJ
09.2008 - 05.2009
  • Hosted live radio segments, engaging listeners with compelling content and music selections.
  • Managed playlist rotation and provided commentary on trending topics and pop culture.
  • Developed strong on-air presence and improved public speaking skills.

Power 105.1 FM Radio

Promotions Intern / Street Team
New York, NY
06.2008 - 08.2008
  • Represented the station at promotional events, engaging with listeners to enhance brand visibility.
  • Distributed promotional materials and facilitated contests to increase audience participation.

Education

B.A. - Media and Film Broadcasting

Kean University
Union, NJ

Skills

  • Creative Tools: Final Cut Pro Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop iMovie
  • Office Tools: Google Suite Microsoft Office Suite
  • Film Analysis & Critique

Affiliations

  • Golden Door International Film Festival — Committee Board Member
  • Newark International Film Festival (NewarkIFF) — Committee Board Member
  • North2Shore — Member
  • Khem Fest — Festival Director

Timeline

Co-Host / Celebrity Interviewer / Movie Critic

StreamPunk Entertainment
05.2023 - Current

Director of Khem Animation Film Festival (KAFF)

Phocused Black Star Media (PBS Media)
09.2019 - Current

Committee Board Member / Interviewer

Newark International Film Festival
09.2018 - Current

Committee Board Member / Vendor Coordinator

Golden Door International Film Festival
09.2016 - Current

107.5 WBLS FM Radio

Production Intern
01.2009 - 06.2009

WKNI 90.3 FM Radio

Voice Jock (VJ) / Radio Personality
09.2008 - 05.2009

Power 105.1 FM Radio

Promotions Intern / Street Team
06.2008 - 08.2008

B.A. - Media and Film Broadcasting

Kean University
Dayveonne Bussey