Hi, I’m
Lance Hayes
Davie,FL
Summary
To pursue a career in the Radio and Television Industry I've worked with the upper echelon in the music industry. The late Chief Rocker Frankie Crocker was my mentor, I worked as his assistant music director while performing my on air duties.
Overview
1
Language
1
Certification
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Radio One IncSilver Spring, MD
Radio Announcer
02.2009 - 11.2011
Job overview
- Kept daily program logs to provide information on all elements aired during broadcast, such as musical selections and station promotions.
- Identified stations, and introduced and closed shows, using memorized and read scripts, and ad-libs.
- Coordinated games, contests, and on-air competitions, engaging listeners through interactive questions and awarding prizes to enhance audience participation.
- Commented on music and other matters, such as weather and traffic conditions.
- Successfully managed in-studio guest interactions, ensuring smooth transitions and engagement during broadcasts.
- Provided commentary and conducted interviews
- Hosted civic, charitable, and promotional events that were broadcast over radio.
- Described and demonstrated products during shows, highlighting features and benefits to inform listeners and drive sales.
- Located guests to appear on talk and interview shows.
- Represented radio station at public and private events, making promotional appearances to strengthen community relations and increase station visibility.
- Recorded commercials for later broadcast.
- Announced musical selections, station breaks, commercials, and public service information, and accepted requests from listening audience.
- Studied background information in order to prepare for programs and interviews.
- POWERHOUSE RADIO HIP HOP AND R&B AFTERNOON PERSONALITY 2-6
Radio One IncSilver Spring, MD
Air Personality/Board Opp/Producer
02.2009 - 11.2011
Entercom Norfolk/WVKL/Z104Virginia Beach, VA
Afternoon Drive Personality
10.2001 - 08.2006
World Space Satellite Radio NetworkSilver Spring, MD
On Air Personality
12.2003 - 12.2005
WSOL Soul Classic'sVirginia Beach, VA
Afternoon Drive Personality
09.1998 - 08.2001
Burn Manor Hall Ft Washington MD
General Manager
02.1998 - 05.2000
Job overview
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure optimal guest experiences and operational efficiency.
- Developed strategic plans to enhance service delivery and staff performance.
- Implemented cost-control measures that improved budget adherence across departments.
- Led recruitment and training initiatives to build a high-performing management team.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Established performance metrics to monitor progress toward organizational goals and objectives.
- Fostered relationships with vendors to secure favorable terms and reliable supply chains.
- Analyzed customer feedback to drive improvements in service offerings and guest satisfaction.
WBLS 107.5 New YorkNew York City, NY
On Air Personality/Music Asst to Frankie Crocker
01.1987 - 01.1992
Education
Bethune-Cookman UniversityDaytona Beach, Florida
B/A from Communications
01-1980
Skills
On-air announcing
Radio broadcasting
Listener interaction
Live reporting
Interviewing techniques
Content creation
Audience engagement
Music programming
Music selection
Soundboard operation
Commercial production
Podcast production
Audio editing
Show promotion
Live event coverage
Media relations
Sponsorship negotiation
FCC regulations
News reporting
News reading
News analysis
Fact-checking
Current events
Engaging personality
Voiceover performance
Voiceover work
Microphone setups
Adobe audition
Brand strategy
Brand building
Social media promotion
Content scripting
Strong communication
Effective communication
Guest relations
Field reporting
Voiceover work
Certification
Received FCC 3rd Class Radio Endorsement
Accomplishments
I Was one of the quiet managers of Mary j. Blige and her debut album. What's the 411? I played a major role in getting the album played. back Then there were albums LPS played on the air in New York City by me doing that the Mary j. Blige album. What's the 411 went triple platinum facts? 💯
Timeline
Radio Announcer
Radio One Inc
02.2009 - 11.2011
Air Personality/Board Opp/Producer
Radio One Inc
02.2009 - 11.2011
On Air Personality
World Space Satellite Radio Network
12.2003 - 12.2005
Afternoon Drive Personality
Entercom Norfolk/WVKL/Z104
10.2001 - 08.2006
Afternoon Drive Personality
WSOL Soul Classic's
09.1998 - 08.2001
General Manager
Burn Manor Hall
02.1998 - 05.2000
On Air Personality/Music Asst to Frankie Crocker
WBLS 107.5 New York
01.1987 - 01.1992
Bethune-Cookman University
B/A from Communications