Kurt Wilson
Zeeland,Michigan
Summary
Professional Broadcaster with polished speaking voice and great communication skills. Excites and builds audience with expert knowledge and engaging style. Well-versed in broadcast equipment and market trends.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities and a willingness to learn. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Television and Radio veteran with on air experience in News, Sports, and Play by Play.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Broadcaster & Sports Card Business Owner
Self Employed Services
Zeeland, MI
07.2025 - Current
- Delivered live commentary for diverse sporting events, enhancing audience engagement and experience.
- Researched game statistics and player performance to provide insightful analysis during broadcasts.
- Developed and maintained relationships with sports teams and organizations for exclusive coverage opportunities.
- Produced pre-game and post-game segments, ensuring comprehensive coverage of key storylines.
Television Station Manager
WCET-TV
Hudsonville, MI
03.2022 - 07.2025
- Manage community and educational based public access television station
- Develop budgets for programming and broadcasting activities and monitor expenditures to remain within budgetary limits
- Maintain and manage network website, YouTube channel and social media accounts to drive traditional viewership
- Report to and work with Community Board of Directors
Station Manager NPR Radio Network
WHQR Public Media
Wilmington, NC
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Managed community based public radio station with News/Talk and Classical Music signals In Charge of $2.0 Million Budget
- Helped create new Strategic Plan for future success of station
- Created new Internship Opportunities for students
- Created Diversity Fellowship with funding from local donor
- Local Pledge Drives had record breaking pledges and dollars raised
- Created and Funded Stations First Endowment
- Was able to add staff and raise salaries during pandemic
- Purchased additional translator to help grow Classical Music signal
General Manager NPR Radio Network
Yellowstone Public Radio
Billings, MT
07.2017 - 02.2020
- Managed Network of 12 Radio Stations and 24 Translators
- Managed 12 Full Time, 10 Part Time and 3 Student Employees
- Record Breaking Fund Raising during Pledge Drives and Endowment Drives
- University Owned NPR Station with Chancellor as Direct University contact
- Built new and enhanced partnerships with University licensee and in large geographical community
- Grew Local News Team from 2 Full time Staff to 5 Full time with local funding and Report for America grants
- Added Full Time reporter in Bozeman, MT, the regions fastest growing city
- Created Tribal Issues Reporter position to report on underserved Native American population
- Purchased New Translator in underserved West Yellowstone, MT
- Developed Smart Phone App
- Added HD2 Signals
- Helped Staff obtain salary increases in union environment
Chief Operating Officer PBS Television/NPR Radio
Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting
St. Thomas, USVI
07.2016 - 03.2017
- In Charge of TV and Radio Production Teams
- In Charge of Programming, New Media, IT, Facilities, Day to Day budgets
- Managed 25 employees of Radio/Television Dual Licensee
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
Director of Corporate Support and Major Gifts
CMU Public Broadcasting - WCMU
Mount Pleasant, MI
01.2014 - 07.2016
- Conducted research to identify goals, net worth and charitable donation history related to potential donors.
- Donor Development and Stewardship of Donors
- Increased awareness and performance of planned giving initiatives
Executive Producer/Underwriting Coordinator
CMU Public Broadcasting - WCMU
Mount Pleasant, MI
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Supervised Sales Team
- Helped Team Create Goals and Budgets
- Created Sales Packages and Opportunities for Team
- Approved copy and content of underwriting spots to run on television and radio
- Created Fundraising schedule for Television Pledge Drives
- In Charge of Local Television Content
- Helped with On Air Fundraising
TV Producer/Host/Show Creator
CMU Public Broadcasting - WCMU
Mount Pleasant, MI
01.2002 - 01.2008
- In Charge of local Programming
- Creator/Host/Producer “Quiz Central”
- Creator/Host/Producer “Destination Michigan”
- Host/Producer "CMU Coaches Zone"
- TV Fundraiser Programming Manager
- Main Host for TV Fundraisers
- Play by Play Announcer for Division One Football/Basketball/Gymnastics/Wrestling
- Produce/Write/Host Documentary Specials
- Helped Coordinate Sports Broadcasts with CMU Broadcast and Cinematic Arts Department
Sports Director/News Anchor
CBS Affiliate WWTV
Cadillac, MI
03.1998 - 01.2001
- Award Winning News and Sports Anchor
Director of Broadcasting/ Play by Play Announcer
Weber State University
Ogden, UT
01.1992 - 03.1998
- Athletic Department staff member with sales, marketing and radio duties
Salt Lake Trappers/Ogden Raptors
01.1989 - 01.1998
- Minor League Baseball Play by Play
Talk Show Host/Television Studio Host
Utah Jazz
Salt Lake City, UT
01.1987 - 01.1992
- Radio Sports Talk Show Host including Interviews with guests and phone callers
Education
Bachelor of Applied Arts - Broadcast and Cinematic Arts
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI12-1985
Skills
- Professional Relationships
- Positive and Inclusive Management Style
- Eye on Future Technologies
- On-air presence
- Strong communication skills
- Public speaking expertise
Timeline
Sports Broadcaster & Sports Card Business Owner
Self Employed Services
07.2025 - Current
Television Station Manager
WCET-TV
03.2022 - 07.2025
Station Manager NPR Radio Network
WHQR Public Media
02.2020 - 03.2022
General Manager NPR Radio Network
Yellowstone Public Radio
07.2017 - 02.2020
Chief Operating Officer PBS Television/NPR Radio
Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting
07.2016 - 03.2017
Director of Corporate Support and Major Gifts
CMU Public Broadcasting - WCMU
01.2014 - 07.2016
Executive Producer/Underwriting Coordinator
CMU Public Broadcasting - WCMU
01.2008 - 01.2014
TV Producer/Host/Show Creator
CMU Public Broadcasting - WCMU
01.2002 - 01.2008
Sports Director/News Anchor
CBS Affiliate WWTV
03.1998 - 01.2001
Director of Broadcasting/ Play by Play Announcer
Weber State University
01.1992 - 03.1998
Salt Lake Trappers/Ogden Raptors
01.1989 - 01.1998
Talk Show Host/Television Studio Host
Utah Jazz
01.1987 - 01.1992
Bachelor of Applied Arts - Broadcast and Cinematic Arts
Central Michigan University