JIMMY ALEXANDER
Broadcaster
Bethesda,MD
Summary
Versatile multimedia broadcaster with over two decades of experience covering both major news events in Washington D.C., and important human interest stories outside the Beltway. Engaging interviewer with track record of having compelling conversations with the biggest names in government and show business... from Presidents to Paul McCartney.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Host of Jack Diamond Morning Show
Cumulus Media, Manning Media
WASHINGTON D.C.-FREDERICK , MD
2015.11 - Current
- Oversaw return of Jack Diamond Show to WRQX after three year absence
- Increased ratings and revenue caused WRQX to become Cumulus Broadcasting's top performing station
- Generates show content
- Endorses clients such as BWM, McDonald's, CNN, TNT, TBS, Mattress Warehouse
- Represents station at charity events and client remotes
- Coordinated show's move to WWEG after sale of WRQX
- Historic ratings for WWEG in Washington D.C., Frederick, and Hagerstown
Writer-20Twenty Country Countdown.
United Stations Radio Networks
New York , NY
2015.02 - Current
- Developed concept for countdown show featuring country music's weekly top songs on-air and online
- Prepares weekly 12-page script for three hour show
Freelance Feature Reporter
WDCW50-DC NEWS NOW
Washington , DC
2019.08 - 2023.09
- Covered human interest stories for DC News Now
- Introduced packages live on set.
- Chatted about pop culture with anchors during weekend morning news
- Conducted celebrity interviews
- Filmed, produced, and edited on-air packages
- Provided on-air promos
- Wrote and anchored 30-second sponsored news updates
- Produced client sponsored marketing campaign videos
- Contributed to DCW50's public affairs show "This Just In"
- Content increased viewership to DCW50's website and social media platforms
Host-Star 94 Mornings With Cindy and Jimmy
Lincoln Financial Media Company
Atlanta , GA
2012.11 - 2014.11
- Planned and directed content on major market morning show
- Worked with sales management to develop new revenue opportunities
- Endorsed such clients as AT&T, TNT, TBS, Arby's
- Implemented Star 94's involvement with ALS walk
- Developed on-air promotional opportunities with CNN
Co-Host, Jack Diamond Morning Show
ABC Radio Network
Washington , DC
1997.03 - 2012.11
- Helped make Jack Diamond Show a consistent ratings winner with cume of one million weekly listeners
- Produced daily recorded MOS feature "Jimmy Walking"
- Provided live endorsement commercials for national clients
- Hosted live events for local advertisers
Skills
- Creative Storyteller
- Connects to Viewers
- Effective Interviewer
- Strong Social Media Skills
- Experienced Editor
- Plays Well With Others
- Gets Things Done
Accomplishments
- Conducted the only January 6th 2021 interview with "The QAnon Shaman" Jacob Chansley
- Since 2016 has served by request of Washington D.C. Mayor as official host of The 17th Street High Heel Races, the city's 2nd largest LGBTQ+ event of the year
- Featured in the documentary "Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work"
- Frequent Guest on CNN's Morning Show "New Day"
- Conceived and implemented creation of Washington D.C.'s First "Official Family Pride Day"
- Won $10,000 on the game show Pyramid
- Covered White House visits by Queen Elizabeth, The Pope, and the yearly Easter Egg Roll
- Namesake of local McDonald's menu item called "The McJimmy"... and it was McTasty
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Freelance Feature Reporter
WDCW50-DC NEWS NOW
2019.08 - 2023.09
Co-Host of Jack Diamond Morning Show
Cumulus Media, Manning Media
2015.11 - Current
Writer-20Twenty Country Countdown.
United Stations Radio Networks
2015.02 - Current
Host-Star 94 Mornings With Cindy and Jimmy
Lincoln Financial Media Company
2012.11 - 2014.11
Co-Host, Jack Diamond Morning Show
ABC Radio Network
1997.03 - 2012.11
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