Creative and innovative content producer & event host with experience in all aspects of digital production, social media, broadcast media, advertising, project managing and marketing. Let's make something awesome.
Hi, I’m
JUSTIN BARNES
Seattle,WA
Summary
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Seattle MarinersSeattle, WA
In-Stadium Host
03.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Served as the primary on-field host, guiding fans through the game experience, introducing & engaging in various contests and other interactive segments to enhance their experience, and keeping the energy high.
- Conducted pre-game, in-game, and post-game interviews with players, mascots, and special guests, delivering insightful and entertaining conversations.
- Seamlessly integrate sponsor activations and promotions into the game-day experience, ensuring a positive brand association and maximum exposure.
BonneVille InternationalSeattle, WA
Executive Producer "Brock & Salk" / Seattle Sports
08.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Daily on-air contributor to syndicated sports program.
- Research and prepare program content for syndicated daily sports radio show.
- Write, develop and execute on-air segments to inform, educate and entertain both local & national sports fans.
- Oversee live online video stream to maintain compelling visual representation for viewing audience.
- Contribute daily written + visual content to social media channels.
- Schedule guests & interviews ranging from national reporters, athletes, coaches, managers and other relevant voices.
- Write, edit and publish finished blog, audio and video pieces for website.
Hubbard BroadcastingSeattle, WA
Social Media Director - "MOViN 92.5" (KQMV)
10.2011 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Built, monitored and maintained online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
- Managed team of six (6) creators to generate original content and moderate online community members.
- Grew relationships with graphic designers, videographers and production coordinators to develop and produce content.
- Cultivated loyal social audience from scratch to over 250,000 combined followers during first two years in role.
- Spearheaded social media initiatives to expand & repurpose on-air content to digital platforms.
- Analyzed and reported social media and online marketing campaigns using analytics tools to interpret results.
- Devised specific strategies for each clients based on goals, branding and target demographics.
Hubbard BroadcastingSeattle, WA
On Air Personality - "MOViN 92.5" (KQMV)
11.2010 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Hosted midday (10a-2p) radio program that reached over 900,000+ listeners weekly, consistently winning Top 3 ratings and loyal sponsor base.
- Conducted regular celebrity interviews.
- Deployed advertising and promotional concepts with sales team for local and national clients.
- Hosted and MC'd promotional appearances on behalf of station and to increase reach and sales for advertisers.
- Established partnerships with Seattle Mariners and Seattle Seahawks marketing departments for pre-game broadcast & social media events.
IHeartMediaSeattle, WA
Executive Producer - "The Jubal Show"
07.2020 - 02.2021
Job overview
- Coordinated with assistant producers and on-air talent to create program content for nationally syndicated radio show.
- Write, develop and pitch new segment concepts that reflect sensibilities of target demographic.
- Supervised creation process to verify on brand, compelling and relevant content.
- Edit and review finished product to determine quality and readiness for release.
- Developed schedules for production, editing and duplication for timely delivery on social channels.
- Maintained more than 20 affiliate network relationships for national syndication and build content delivery platform.
Iheartmedia, Clear ChannelSeattle, WA
On Air Personality - "The Monkey 104.9" (KFNK)
01.2008 - 11.2010
Job overview
- Served as host, producer and music curator of daily afternoon (3p-7p) radio program reaching over 300,000+ listeners weekly.
- Engaged with audience members through telephone calls and personal commentary on musical selections, breaking news happenings and other items of interest.
- Hosted promotional appearances on behalf of station and to increase sales for advertisers.
- Recorded ads and commercials for over 20 local businesses, edited cuts and aired results on strict schedules.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
- Wrote, directed and edited weekly video content to build social audience and create digital footprint on newly emerging social media channels.
CBS RadioSeattle, WA
Intern - "Jackie & Bender - KISS 106.1" (KBKS)
02.2007 - 01.2008
Job overview
- Assistant to Executive & Associate Producers.
- Managed media archive and press materials, reports and brand assets.
- Performed on-air stunts and live street interviews for "Jackie & Bender. Mornings." morning (6a-10a) radio program.
- Broke Guinness World Record for amount of Tabasco drank in 30 seconds or less.
- Carried *and spilled* lots of coffee.
Education
Shoreline Community CollegeSeattle, WA
from Journalism / Communication Studies
University Overview
- Received athletic baseball scholarship.
- Served as Sports Editor on school newspaper "The Ebbtide" from 2005-2007.
Skills
- Social Media
- Creative Vision Implementation
- Video Content Development
- Research and Pre-Production
- Brand Management
- Digital Video Production Process
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Creative Writing
- Broadcast Media Marketing
- Product Knowledge
- Project Management
- Media Advertising
Projects
Projects
Project Managed, co-produced & starred in the award-winning "SLOW RIDE HOME" - a documentary film about traveling 3,700+ miles in 11 days... on 125cc scooters. Featured by Seattle International Film Festival in 2019 and winner of 'Audience Choice Award' at the Portland Motorcycle Film Festival & 'Best Documentary Feature' at the Rendezvous Film Festival, SLOW RIDE HOME is a project that I conceptualized, executed and delivered over the course of 2015-2020. SLOW RIDE HOME is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. (slowridehome.com)
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Launched "Big Hearts & Backpacks" - an annual charity fundraiser for Hand In Hand Kids (501c3). Started in 2012, we have collected 2,000+ backpacks and raised more than $35,000 for the "Safe Place" children's shelter program. (handinhandkids.org)
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Founder of "Eat More Pickles" - a YouTube/Instagram/TikTok/Facebook channel for reviewing and showcasing my love for all things briny, sweet, sour, spicy and weird from around the world in my life-long quest to discover the Best. Pickles. Ever. (@best_pickle)
Timeline
In-Stadium Host
Seattle Mariners
03.2023 - Current
Executive Producer "Brock & Salk" / Seattle Sports
BonneVille International
08.2021 - Current
Executive Producer - "The Jubal Show"
IHeartMedia
07.2020 - 02.2021
Social Media Director - "MOViN 92.5" (KQMV)
Hubbard Broadcasting
10.2011 - 05.2020
On Air Personality - "MOViN 92.5" (KQMV)
Hubbard Broadcasting
11.2010 - 05.2020
On Air Personality - "The Monkey 104.9" (KFNK)
Iheartmedia, Clear Channel
01.2008 - 11.2010
Intern - "Jackie & Bender - KISS 106.1" (KBKS)
CBS Radio
02.2007 - 01.2008
Shoreline Community College
from Journalism / Communication Studies
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