Kiah W. Ward
132 Woodridge Dr. Atlanta,GA
Summary
Extensive knowledge of live television broadcasts including news, weather, sports and other live events from inception to completion. Seventeen years of experience operating a wide range of production equipment. Creating still and animated graphics for daily use in broadcast storytelling. Ability to edit, produce, shoot, direct and technical direct all aspects of a live broadcast. Proficient in grass valley switchers, manual/automated Ross "OverDrive" motion control systems and non-linear video/audio editing Adobe software "ENPS" newsroom computer system. Provided management and leadership for a production crew of eight or more people. Established and maintained strong working relations with the public, newsroom and other key members of staff. Prioritized workloads to meet deadlines training and supporting team members. Detail oriented, consistently meets objectives. Enthusiastic, creative; Great organizational and communication skills; Effective in improving productivity and efficiency. Highly motivated; extremely versatile “go to” member of the team; maintains positive work environment and morale as a department head.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Production Technician
The Weather Channel
Atlanta , GA
2022.11 - Current
- Operate Audio mixing board, still/animated graphics (immersive reality) storytelling for daytime and evening productions
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Assisted with testing for quality control and corrections.
- Monitored production processes, identified problems, and took corrective action when necessary.
Live Event Master Control Operator
Encompass Digital Media Inc.
Atlanta , GA
2020.10 - 2022.10
- Handled quality control for on air content during live event broadcasts.
- Placed commercial breaks during sports programming, newscasts and TV shows.
- Developed sharp problem-solving and decision-making skills from staying composed in highly stressful environment.
- Checked equipment to verify compliance with FCC regulations.
- Conferred with station personnel to enhance audio and video levels during programs.
- Completed emergency equipment repairs to maintain broadcast functionality.
- Previewed scheduled programs to verify signal functionality and transmission readiness.
(Morning Edition) Technical Director/Assistant Dir
KTUU Channel 2 NBC (Grey Television)
Anchorage , AK
2014.12 - 2020.09
- Efficient operating Grassvally switcher. software: ingnite/overdrive assisting director in daily newscast, coding ENPS software, proofread scripts, camera blocking, satellite tuning in live shots, also responsible for directing field photographer with camera shots, time cues and audio mic checks
- Improved training to reduce knowledge gaps and eliminate performance roadblocks.
- Mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Oriented, trained, and directed staff to achieve objectives.
News Production Director
ABC Alaska News channel 13 (KIMO)
Anchorage , AK
2008.06 - 2014.02
- In charge of all technical aspects of a live newscast including but not limited to directing, technical directing, camera blocking, chyron operator, lighting, audio, tapes, graphics and teleprompting
- Managed a production crew of 8 including determining salaries and schedules.
Videographer
ABC Alaska News Channel 13 (KIMO)
Anchorage , AK
2010.03 - 2012.03
- Handled technical setup of lighting and sound for each shot.
- Configured shots based on daily needs, weather and lighting conditions and available equipment.
- Set and maintained organized and detailed schedules for production.
- Edited over 1000 hours of footage from chronological production order into story format and added effects using Adobe Premier
- Edited captured video to tell concise, visually pleasing stories or relay video messages.
Camera Op. Floor/Dir. Technical Dir
ABC Alaska News (KIMO) channel 13
Anchorage , AK
2006.04 - 2008.06
- Directed more than 3,500 live newscasts
- Technical Director (TD) Directed more than 2,500 live newscasts
- Ability to (TD) and Direct simultaneously
- Production Assistant for more than 3,500 live Newscasts
- Set up camera and lighting equipment to capture best possible pictures.
- Composed and framed each shot and applied technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters and camera settings.
- Conferred with directors, sound and lighting technicians and other crew members to determine shots and discuss assignments.
Master Control Operator
ABC Alaska News (KIMO)
Anchorage , AK
2006.01 - 2008.01
- Responsible for triggering local commercial breaks, ABC promotional and station ID commercial breaks
- Keeping time sequence of breaks documented on logs also video dubbing and maintaining traffic logs.
- Developed sharp problem-solving and decision-making skills from staying composed in highly stressful environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Cental Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT06.2007
High School Diploma -
Francis T. Maloney High School
Meriden, CT06.2002
Skills
- Strategic execution
- Workforce training
- Technical specifications
- Production oversight
- Knowledgeable of quality control standards
- Quality assurance controls
- Quality assurance standards
- Continuous improvement processes
Accomplishments
- 7 years of Master Control experience Related Training:
- ENPS “Super-User” training, AP Headquarters, Washington, D.C April 2009- Weather
- Central “3D live” Training 2008
- Worked as camera operator downtown Anchorage, AK election central 2008 vice presidential election
Timeline
Associate Production Technician
The Weather Channel
2022.11 - Current
Live Event Master Control Operator
Encompass Digital Media Inc.
2020.10 - 2022.10
(Morning Edition) Technical Director/Assistant Dir
KTUU Channel 2 NBC (Grey Television)
2014.12 - 2020.09
Videographer
ABC Alaska News Channel 13 (KIMO)
2010.03 - 2012.03
News Production Director
ABC Alaska News channel 13 (KIMO)
2008.06 - 2014.02
Camera Op. Floor/Dir. Technical Dir
ABC Alaska News (KIMO) channel 13
2006.04 - 2008.06
Master Control Operator
ABC Alaska News (KIMO)
2006.01 - 2008.01
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Cental Connecticut State University
High School Diploma -
Francis T. Maloney High School
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