Norman McMillian
Rockville,MD
Summary
Broadcast production specialist with a strong track record of enhancing operational efficiency and quality. Expertise in technical troubleshooting and project management, consistently delivering high-quality results by effectively liaising with directors and producers to achieve desired outcomes.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Studio Operator
Warner Bros./Discovery
06.2016 - Current
- Adjusted focus, zoom, and aperture to achieve desired shot effects for studio and robotic cameras.
- Liaised with directors and producers to realize intended look and feel of scenes.
- Established and adhered to detailed production schedules for seamless project execution.
- Transported and set up pedestal cameras, steadicams, and jibs for various productions.
- Operated robotic cameras to compose shots for show productions.
SWAT Studio Operator
Turner Broadcasting
01.2009 - 06.2016
- Led team to integrate new technologies, boosting production capabilities.
- Strategically configured shots according to schedules, lighting, and equipment availability.
- Transported and set up camera pedestals, Steadicams, and jibs for optimal performance.
- Served as subject matter expert in camera robotics operations.
- Trained staff on operational procedures and functionalities of camera robotics systems.
Master Control Operator
Turner Broadcasting
05.2007 - 01.2009
- Resolved issues with broadcast systems to minimize downtime efficiently.
- Installed and configured broadcast software to enhance system performance.
- Edited taped programming and ingested content into media servers for on-air operations.
- Assisted show teams with back-timing live shows to meet programming requirements.
Radio Production Manager
New Birth Broadcasting
01.2000 - 06.2007
- Managed implementation of technological improvements, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Collaborated across departments to develop targeted promotions for station activities and special guests.
- Produced voice-overs and imaging for station broadcasts, elevating audio quality.
- Developed engaging on-air commercial content for vendors, driving audience engagement.
Operations Manager
Sinclair Broadcast Group
08.1997 - 01.2000
- Implemented programs that increased employee loyalty and reduced turnover.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Trained new staff on master control and engineering operations to ensure seamless integration.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressed repeat issues to prevent long-term habits.
Education
MBA - Business Analytics
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12-2015
Skills
- Broadcasting equipment expertise
- Broadcast engineering
- Audio recording
- Color correction
- Steadicam certification
- Technical troubleshooting
- Production management
- Operations management
- Data analysis
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Steadicam certification
Certification
- Gen AI: Unlock Foundational Concepts
Timeline
Studio Operator
Warner Bros./Discovery
06.2016 - Current
SWAT Studio Operator
Turner Broadcasting
01.2009 - 06.2016
Master Control Operator
Turner Broadcasting
05.2007 - 01.2009
Radio Production Manager
New Birth Broadcasting
01.2000 - 06.2007
Operations Manager
Sinclair Broadcast Group
08.1997 - 01.2000
MBA - Business Analytics
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
Liberty University