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Marcia McKai

Bozeman,MT

Summary

Broadcast director and graphics marketing professional with expertise in live broadcast operations and content editing. Demonstrated success in leading production teams at multiple news stations while ensuring seamless execution and quality assurance of broadcasts. Over 15 years of experience designing graphics for live news and public safety sectors. Committed to producing high-quality visual content that boosts viewer engagement.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing and Graphics Specialist

Think Twice (public safety)
Remote
01.2018 - Current

• Designed branding and marketing materials for single-use breathalyzers and safety products.
• Created logos and merchandise, including t-shirts, stickers, and hats, to enhance brand visibility.
• Produced large-scale convention signage, tri-fold brochures, and packaging, ensuring brand consistency.
• Led packaging design for drink-spike test strips utilized by universities, health organizations and municipalities.

Newscast Director

KOMO TV (Sinclair Broadcast Group)
Seattle, Washington
04.2019 - 05.2022

I directed and coded daily newscasts at KOMO TV, focusing on enhancing broadcast quality and operational efficiency.

• Actively proofread producer rundowns, scripts and news graphics while addressing issues with closed captioning, spelling, grammar and general quality of graphics.
• Juggled multiple tasks in the director's chair - including robotic camera and audio control operations, live communication with anchors, reporters and producers for flawless live broadcasts.
• Collaborated closely with producers to maintain high standards of quality assurance during broadcasts.

Newscast Director

NBC Montana (Sinclair Broadcast Group)
Bozeman, Montana
03.2013 - 03.2019

• Directed live news broadcasts, ensuring seamless production and adherence to high standards.
• Created all graphics and motion maps while managing a tech crew and studio operations.
• Edited and proofread website content for five years, upholding AP standards.
• Produced post-show QA reports to enhance broadcast quality and consistency.

Newscast Director

ABC FOX Montana (The Cowles Company)
Great Falls, Montana
02.2010 - 03.2013

• Directed multiple daily newscasts and live promotional segments, ensuring high production quality.
• Managed and trained production techs and camera operators to achieve optimal show excellence.
• Created engaging broadcast graphics using Photoshop, enhancing viewer engagement.
• Led post-show QA discrepancies to maintain high standards in broadcast quality.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video (Screenwriting & Directing)

School of Visual Arts
New York, NY
05-2006

Some College (No Degree) -

Marymount Manhattan College
New York, NY

Skills

  • Graphic design
  • Print production
  • Live broadcast operations
  • Content management
  • Quality assurance
  • Attention to detail
  • Video production
  • Broadcast technology
  • Copy editing
  • Editing articles
  • Style guides
  • Time management
  • Broadcast directing

Timeline

Newscast Director

KOMO TV (Sinclair Broadcast Group)
04.2019 - 05.2022

Marketing and Graphics Specialist

Think Twice (public safety)
01.2018 - Current

Newscast Director

NBC Montana (Sinclair Broadcast Group)
03.2013 - 03.2019

Newscast Director

ABC FOX Montana (The Cowles Company)
02.2010 - 03.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Film And Video (Screenwriting & Directing)

School of Visual Arts

Some College (No Degree) -

Marymount Manhattan College
Marcia McKai
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