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Nathaniel Russell

Baltimore,MD

Summary

Strategic professional in business operations known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in process optimization, project management, and data analysis, ensuring streamlined workflows and enhanced operational efficacy. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and leadership, leveraging these soft skills to drive team success and achieve organizational goals.

Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Engineering Operations Technician

WBAL-TV
Baltimore , MD
04.2006 - 11.2023
  • Robotic cameras
  • Ingest Operations
  • Audio Technician
  • Master Control

Part-time Studio Production Assistant

WBFF Fox45
Baltimore , MD
04.2003 - 04.2006
  • Assisted in casting calls and auditions, organizing participant information efficiently.
  • Assisted in the set-up and tear-down of studio equipment for video shoots.
  • Provided support to camera operators during live broadcasts.
  • Operated production equipment under supervision, maintaining optimal performance.

Overnight Board Operator/Associate Producer

WJFK AM
Baltimore , MD
09.2001 - 12.2002
  • Completed connections between callers, departments and professionals.
  • Completed error-free live, breaking and syndicated broadcasts.
  • Paged employees over PA system to ensure prompt connection with callers.
  • Took messages from callers and accurately relayed details to intended staff.
  • Provided support for remote broadcasts including setting up equipment at remote sites.

Videoconference Dialer

Caliber Learning Network
Baltimore , MD
05.1999 - 05.2001
  • Modified user permissions within the system based on job roles and responsibilities.
  • Completed connections between callers, departments and professionals.
  • Analyzed customer feedback from outbound calls to identify areas for improvement.

Sports Production Assistant

WJZ TV
Baltimore , MD
04.1994 - 05.1999
  • Logged satellite feeds and game footage for highlights on nightly sports segments.
  • Conducted interviews of high school, college and professional athletes.
  • Organized and coordinated key communications between cast and technical crew.
  • Ran errands as necessary for the production team.
  • Assisted in post-production tasks, including editing support and material organization.

Associate Sports Producer

WBFF Fox45
Baltimore , MD
03.1992 - 05.1999
  • Wrote scripts for both on-air talent and voiceovers used in programs.
  • Studied scripts and made revisions and changes for improvement to produce highly successful programs.
  • Turned breaking news stories into written pieces for immediate broadcast.
  • Prepared staff, anchors and video production teams to properly handle breaking news scenarios.
  • Stayed calm and polished at all times, even during moments of extreme stress or when dealing with difficult personalities, to accomplish professional goals.
  • Tackled issues with crew members and actors immediately to achieve quick and effective resolution while keeping projects on schedule.
  • Monitored trends in sports broadcasting technology as well as audience preferences.

Assistant Producer

Ravens Radio
Baltimore , MD
08.1996 - 12.1996
  • Consulted with writers, producers or actors about script changes or workshop scripts.
  • Organized and executed marketing and distribution strategies for completed projects.
  • Led project debriefs, compiling reports on performance, challenges, and achievements.
  • Compiled scripts, program notes and other material related to productions.

Sports Reporter/Producer and Photographer

Baltimore Cable Access Corp
Baltimore , MD
08.1993 - 08.1994
  • Assigned stories to reporters and journalists.
  • Met deadlines with reliable, in-depth news coverage.
  • Reported news stories for publication or broadcast, thoroughly describing background and details of events.
  • Provided commentary on live sporting events as they were happening.
  • Reviewed and evaluated notes taken about news events to isolate pertinent facts and details.
  • Researched story background information to provide complete and accurate information.
  • Participated in long-term planning for newsrooms' sports content to boost overall strategy for reporters.

Education

Certificate - Sportscasting

Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL
03-2025

Diploma - Sports Broadcasting

Broadcasting Institute of Maryland
Baltimore, MD
08-1992

High School Diploma -

Citizens High School
Fleming Island, FL
08-1991

Timeline

Engineering Operations Technician

WBAL-TV
04.2006 - 11.2023

Part-time Studio Production Assistant

WBFF Fox45
04.2003 - 04.2006

Overnight Board Operator/Associate Producer

WJFK AM
09.2001 - 12.2002

Videoconference Dialer

Caliber Learning Network
05.1999 - 05.2001

Assistant Producer

Ravens Radio
08.1996 - 12.1996

Sports Production Assistant

WJZ TV
04.1994 - 05.1999

Sports Reporter/Producer and Photographer

Baltimore Cable Access Corp
08.1993 - 08.1994

Associate Sports Producer

WBFF Fox45
03.1992 - 05.1999

Certificate - Sportscasting

Full Sail University

Diploma - Sports Broadcasting

Broadcasting Institute of Maryland

High School Diploma -

Citizens High School

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