Radio Co-Host- Interim
WTMR
10.2013 - 10.2013
Hi, I’m
Marion Thomas
United States
Summary
Talented communications professional with over 12 years experience in film and news production. Skilled in tv and radio promotions with a unique ability to discern news worthy and relatable content that captivates audiences ; while also possesing innate leadership and strong creative qualities that are instrumental in all phases of production.
Work History
Dream Big Media And Entertainment
Media Specialist
07.2008 - Current
Job overview
- Manage careers of models, actors, and performing artist
- Consult with production companies for film , television, and commercial projects.
- Provides audition coaching for actors and models.
- Maintains relationships with talent managers, agents, and casting companies to assist in bookings.
- Host and facilitate castings for film, tv and commercial projects.
- Create and writes reference tracks for music artist and producers.
- Manage media relations for organizations.
- Provide video production workshops for youth students of community organizations and schools.
WTMR
Radio Co-Host- Interim
10.2013 - 10.2013
Job overview
- Co-hosted live on-air show
- Prepared content for show segments which centered around, motivational and inspirational topics.
- Interviewed guests and public personalities.
Comcast
Segment Producer/Writer
06.2006 - 06.2007
Job overview
- Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
- Writer for 7pm and 10pm news cast.
- Researched /gathered /edited news stories.
- Pitched news ideas to news director and producers.
- Produced original and creative show ideas for morning news cast.
- Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas, and segments.
- Developed production plans and organized resources to achieve prompt delivery of projects.
- Production Coordinator Assistant for“Hip Hop Summit National Town Hall Meeting
IHeart Radio
Segment Producer/Promotions Specialist
06.2005 - 01.2007
Job overview
- Managed promotional activities for Q102, WDAS, WUSL, WJJZ.
- Provided on-air content as a guest.
- Produced original content for morning show segment.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas, and segments.
- Maintained relationships between clients to ensure promotions were successful.
- Engaged audiences through promotional activates through trivia, prize giveaways, and station contests.
CBS Television Network
Production Assistant
06.2003 - 06.2004
Job overview
- Assisted producers, writers, reporters, assignment editors, and newsroom managers in other duties related to newsroom operations.
- Operated teleprompter during the newscasts.
- Located and retrieve file video and archive information.
- Logged tapes, and maintained the tape library
WHYY Public TV And Radio
Production Assistant
06.2002 - 09.2002
Job overview
- Stage coordinator, and talent coordinator for live events which included performers such as Patti Labelle
- Supported production needs by moving items such as equipment, and assisted in staging areas.
- Operated camera, lighting and grip equipment to use during production process.
- Transcribed various media.
I.D.EA.
Media Specialist
06.2001 - 06.2002
Job overview
- Created flyers, press releases, and brochures for various programs and events.
- Produced treatment for variety TV show.
- Solicited community and business involvement to support programs financially.
- Facilitated staff workshops.
- Utilized social media outlets such as Facebook, website, twitter to advertise and engage audience.
- Built relationships with industry artists to support programs.
Education
Rowan UniversityGlassboro, NJ
Bachelor of Arts from Communication Studies
05.2004
Skills
- Media Relations
- Event Coordination
- Program Planning
- Writing
- Verifying facts
- Talent coordination and acquisition
- Breaking News coverage
- Program Management
- TV and Film production
- Promotions and Advertising
- Training and Development
Timeline
Media Specialist
Dream Big Media And Entertainment
07.2008 - Current
Segment Producer/Writer
Comcast
06.2006 - 06.2007
Segment Producer/Promotions Specialist
IHeart Radio
06.2005 - 01.2007
Production Assistant
CBS Television Network
06.2003 - 06.2004
Production Assistant
WHYY Public TV And Radio
06.2002 - 09.2002
Media Specialist
I.D.EA.
06.2001 - 06.2002
Rowan University
Bachelor of Arts from Communication Studies
Overview
23
years of professional experience
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