MATTHEW FONOW
Columbus,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented Broadcast Professional with four years of experience in live sports production and multimedia content creation. Produced NCAA Division I athletic broadcasts and demonstrated technical proficiency in Ross production switchers, EVS replay systems, and broadcast cameras. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and AVID Media Composer, with a strong capacity to collaborate with teams, troubleshoot challenges, and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Photojournalist
WSYX
06.2024 - Current
- Shoot and edit daily news stories for broadcast, delivering content under tight deadlines.
- Collaborated with producers, reporters, and newsroom leadership to plan and execute timely coverage of breaking news and community events, ensuring accurate information delivery.
- Filmed live sports and athletic events, capturing high-quality footage of collegiate competitions at The Ohio State University, University of Michigan, and Big Ten tournaments in Indianapolis.
- Communicate timely and accurate information with newsroom personnel during breaking news and live coverage situations.
- Troubleshot production challenges in the field, maintaining high video and audio quality while adhering to strict broadcast deadlines.
Photojournalist
WTOV
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Shot and edited broadcast television content while coordinating with reporters, producers, and newsroom leadership in a deadline-driven environment.
- Edited content using AVID, integrating creative footage, original graphics, and natural sound to strengthen storytelling.
- Organized and managed raw footage and archived media, enhancing accessibility for future content reuse.
- Edited content using AVID, integrating creative footage, original graphics, and natural sound to enrich storytelling.
- Adapted to changing assignments and technical challenges, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality production.
Production Assistant
Ohio State University
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted in producing live NCAA Division I sporting events for Big Ten Plus streaming platform, enhancing viewer engagement and broadcast quality.
- Operated Ross production switchers to execute live video transitions, sources, and production elements during athletic broadcasts.
- Operated EVS replay systems to capture, cue, replay, and deliver live game footage and highlights during broadcasts.
- Utilized Intercom communications systems to coordinate with directors, producers, camera operators, replay operators, graphics personnel, and other members of the production crew.
- Directed and produced live shows while working closely with on-air talent and behind-the-scenes crew members.
- Acquired practical knowledge of collegiate athletic production workflows and Big Ten broadcast standards, ensuring smooth execution of live events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2022
Skills
- Sports broadcast production
- Collegiate athletics production
- Directing & Producing
- EVS Replay System Operation
- Ross Production Switcher Operation
- Field Production
- Broadcast Camera Operation
- Video editing
- Media management
- Team Communication
- Microsoft Office Suite
Timeline
Photojournalist
WSYX
06.2024 - Current
Photojournalist
WTOV
09.2022 - 06.2024
Production Assistant
Ohio State University
09.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - History
The Ohio State University