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FARES MUTHANA

Berkeley,CA

Summary

Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts Major at San Francisco State University. Passionate about history, sports and the power of storytelling and journalism. Seeking internship opportunities in sports and news broadcasting. Also pursuing minors in History and Journalism.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder

Let's Get Ready Network Co
04.2020 - Current

Manager

Alcatraz Market
Berkeley
08.2016 - Current
  • Create YouTube channel and developed a content strategy to increase viewership
  • Host multiple shows on pop culture and sports
  • Coordinate our social media and promotional content
  • Manage all sports content development for American Football, World
  • Football and Tennis programming
  • Conduct interviews with industry professionals for feature-length videos
  • Edit audio clips and add sound effects to enhance video quality
  • Track copyright laws related to music used in videos
  • Design graphics using Adobe Photoshop or similar software
  • Film, edit, and upload videos for the YouTube channel
  • Monitor analytics to track performance of videos and adjust strategies accordingly
  • Collaborate with other YouTubers to create collaborative projects
  • Research current trends in order to develop new video ideas
  • Manage store operations, including inventory control, budgeting and staff scheduling
  • Develop and implement strategies to increase sales volume and customer satisfaction
  • Train new employees on cashiering techniques, safety procedures and customer service protocols
  • Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal regulations related to the business
  • Monitor daily financial transactions and tracked sales data to identify areas of improvement
  • Maintain accurate records of product orders, deliveries and returns
  • Resolve customer complaints in a timely manner while providing excellent customer service.

Radio Producer - Student Intern

KSFS RADIO, SF State
08.2021 - Current

Production Assistant Intern

NBC Sports Bay Area
San Francisco
01.2022 - 01.2023

Student Intern

Live Sports Production, State
San Francisco
01.2021 - 01.2022

Columnist

Berkeley Times
Berkeley
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Write and produce show for SF State's college station
  • Assist in production for SF State's version of Tiny Desk Concerts
  • Utilize patch bay and helped with audio set-up for in-station concerts
  • Operate audio equipment including sound mixing boards, microphones and recorders
  • Research topics for on-air conversations and develop content ideas
  • Develop and maintain relationships with station personnel, advertisers, and the public
  • Produce daily news segments featuring local events and stories
  • Conduct interviews with experts in various fields for airtime
  • Ensure compliance with broadcasting regulations from regulatory bodies
  • Worked on-site at sporting events as stage manager assisting talent & the producer during the live broadcast
  • Researched stats, edit and write highlights
  • Gained hands-on experience by shadowing and assisting Videographers
  • Technical Directors, Producers, and Reporters
  • Prepared daily production reports and distributed to the appropriate departments
  • Monitored the production schedule and alerted team of any changes or updates in a timely manner
  • Attended meetings to take notes on behalf of the Production Manager
  • Research statistics and profiles of college players
  • Set up cameras and audio board for live Friday game coverage
  • Gave play by play commentary, highlighted stats for college women's volleyball, and men's soccer and baseball
  • Troubleshoot technical issues during broadcasts
  • Maintained records of all equipment used during production process
  • Operated mics and recorders and maintained accurate sound reports, communicating issues to supervisor
  • Wrote and published several articles for the Berkeley Times
  • Conducted interviews for a profile of a former Berkeley High School football player
  • Watched two high school home games and wrote game recap stories
  • Honed my writing and interviewing skills
  • Gathered and researched information for columns
  • Developed story ideas and wrote drafts for review by editor
  • Edited, revised, and proofread columns prior to publication
  • Researched current events and trends to develop relevant column topics.

Education

BA - Broadcast and Electronic and Communications Arts

San Francisco State University
06.2024

Skills

  • Streaming
  • Play by Play Broadcasting
  • Statistic Research
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Audio/Visual Equipment Set-up
  • Public speaking and presentation
  • Communication
  • Interviewing
  • Background Live Sports Production
  • Post-Production Processes
  • Social Media Management
  • Customer Relations

Timeline

Production Assistant Intern

NBC Sports Bay Area
01.2022 - 01.2023

Radio Producer - Student Intern

KSFS RADIO, SF State
08.2021 - Current

Student Intern

Live Sports Production, State
01.2021 - 01.2022

Founder

Let's Get Ready Network Co
04.2020 - Current

Columnist

Berkeley Times
01.2019 - 01.2021

Manager

Alcatraz Market
08.2016 - Current

BA - Broadcast and Electronic and Communications Arts

San Francisco State University
FARES MUTHANA