Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Timeline
Interests
Generic

Joy Ciarcia-Levy

Hartsdale,USA

Summary

Expert television journalist and college educator. Dynamic individual in the field of media with a talent for navigating challenges in and out of the classroom. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Faculty

Iona University
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Taught in the Communication Sciences and Disorders department; courses include: Human Communication Theories
  • Taught online classes using Zoom

Adjunct Faculty [Senior Instructor]

Mercy University
01.2019 - Current
  • Teach in the Communication and the Arts department; courses include: Oral Communications
  • Taught online classes using Zoom

Adjunct Faculty

SUNY Westchester Community College
01.2018 - Current
  • Teach in the Communication and Media Arts department; courses include: Understanding Mass Media, Group Discussion & Decision and Speech Communication
  • Taught online classes using Zoom
  • Teach at main campus and satellite campuses

Adjunct Faculty

College of New Rochelle
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Taught communication courses at The School of New Resources adult education degree program including: Intro to Communications, Media and the Criminal Justice System, Oral Communications, Body Language, Public Speaking, Intro to Mass Media, New Media and Society and Interpersonal Communications

Producer

NBC Peacock Productions
06.2011 - 09.2011
  • "Killing Bin Laden" special for The Discovery Channel; researched, conducted interviews, wrote and supervised editing for segment in hour documentary on Osama Bin Laden's death
  • "Irene's Fury" special for The Weather Channel; researched, wrote and supervised editing for segment in hour documentary on Hurricane Irene

Producer

ABC NEWS
01.1988 - 01.2010
  • Created long form content for "20/20," "Special Events" and "What Would You Do?" Worked in fast-paced, deadline intensive environment with extensive travel
  • Cine Golden Eagle recipient, Emmy nominated
  • Covered a wide range of stories including: breaking news, investigative, human interest, family & entertainment, consumer, medical, environmental and crime stories (many of these were competitive booking situations or high-profile stories)
  • Covered several presidential elections with Barbara Walters
  • Required to pitch, develop and research story ideas, cast interviews, field produce and shoot video, write and edit scripts (AVID), supervise post production
  • Produced promotional material for the network and digital elements for ABC News.com
  • Accomplished interviewer, reporter, investigative journalist, public speaker and writer; extensive knowledge of news gathering techniques including social media
  • Exceptionally organized with excellent interpersonal/management skills; experience supervising support staff, production crews and interns
  • Event planning skills from setting up countless 'on location' shoots ranging from death row to The White House
  • Public Relations experience representing the news division with media outlets, government agencies, corporations and academic institutions as well as outreach to PR firms nationwide
  • Previous Positions at "20/20"
  • Associate Producer
  • Assisted in all aspects of production
  • Assistant to John Stossel
  • Produced consumer segments for ABC Radio and "Good Morning America"

Production Assistant

A&E Television Network
01.1986 - 01.1988
  • Assisted with studio production for a Howard Stern video special and tapings including the "Biography" series with Peter Graves; supported post production department in edit suites; produced promos to showcase monthly programming; assisted with formatting shows for rebroadcast; managed extensive video tape library

Education

Master of Arts - Media Studies

New School for Social Research
NY, NY

Bachelor of Arts - English Writing/Sociology

St. Lawrence University
Canton, NY

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Excellent communication
  • Computer skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking

Timeline

Adjunct Faculty

Iona University
09.2023 - 12.2023

Adjunct Faculty [Senior Instructor]

Mercy University
01.2019 - Current

Adjunct Faculty

SUNY Westchester Community College
01.2018 - Current

Adjunct Faculty

College of New Rochelle
01.2012 - 01.2018

Producer

NBC Peacock Productions
06.2011 - 09.2011

Producer

ABC NEWS
01.1988 - 01.2010

Production Assistant

A&E Television Network
01.1986 - 01.1988

Bachelor of Arts - English Writing/Sociology

St. Lawrence University

Master of Arts - Media Studies

New School for Social Research

Interests

Ice Skating Coach, 12/1996 to Current

Westchester Skating Academy 

-Former competitive figure skater

-Teach group and private lessons to children and adult skaters

- Registered rated member of United Figure Skating Association

- Former coach Figure Skating in Harlem

- SafeSport compliant

- Author, Adult Figure Skating 101: Ready, Set, Glide (available on Amazon)

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE