Phillip Ellis
Salters,United States
Summary
Knowledgeable Radio Personality with rich background in creating engaging podcast content and building loyal listener base. Successfully hosted numerous episodes, showcasing strong interviewing skills and ability to connect with diverse audiences. Demonstrated proficiency in audio editing and content promotion through various platforms.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Podcast Host
WAEN FM
08.2022 - Current
- Improved audience retention by consistently delivering informative, entertaining, and thought-provoking content.
- Maintained organized records of episode scripts, interview contacts, and guest releases for seamless production management.
- Enhanced listener engagement by incorporating creative storytelling and audio techniques into podcast episodes.
- Utilized analytics tools to monitor podcast performance trends and make informed decisions for future content development.
- Conducted thorough research on various topics in preparation for each episode, ensuring accurate information delivery.
- Collaborated with other podcast hosts for cross-promotional opportunities, expanding reach to new audiences.
- Created partnerships with relevant organizations exploring mutually beneficial marketing tactics.
Assistant Social Media Manager
Great Present AME Chruch
09.2019 - Current
- Developed a strong online presence with strategic use of keywords, hashtags, and trending topics.
- Boosted audience engagement through consistent posting of relevant content across multiple platforms.
- Grew follower count with consistent outreach efforts such as following, liking, commenting on relevant accounts'' posts, or collaborating with influencers.
- Managed scheduling and publishing of daily content, ensuring consistency and timeliness in messaging.
- Facilitated cross-promotional efforts between different departments to maximize exposure for new products or services launches.
- Streamlined event planning processes by implementing efficient project management strategies.
Broadcaster
Live 365
05.2017 - 09.2022
- Interviewed high-profile guests from various industries, fostering positive relationships for future collaboration opportunities.
- Played a vital role in growing the station''s online presence through regular updates on various digital platforms such as websites, blogs, podcasts, and social media accounts.
- Enhanced program content for better viewer satisfaction and retention through in-depth research and analysis of current trends.
- Conducted extensive research on over 100 topics to generate meaningful content, articles and scripts.
- Built strong relationships with community organizations, securing exclusive interviews and coverage of local events.
- Worked closely with advertising partners to create custom content that seamlessly integrated into our programming schedule without compromising journalistic integrity.
Production Assistant
WOCS 93.7 FM
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Supported on-time project completion by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing workflow.
- Oversaw calendar to assist in coordinating daily production schedule, managing shifts and adequate coverage.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling various production roles as needed, enhancing versatility within the team.
- Assisted in meeting tight deadlines by efficiently coordinating tasks with other team members.
- Established consistent branding elements across podcast episodes, creating a cohesive listening experience for the target audience.
- Conducted thorough research for each episode''s topic to ensure accurate information was presented in an engaging manner.
Radio Announcer
Rejoice 1090 AM
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Engaged with audience members through telephone calls and personal commentary on musical selections, political happenings, and other items of interest.
- Conferred with advertising partners to develop and deploy effective promotional strategies.
- Delivered exceptional programming to audience members by always researching events, guests, and programs thoroughly.
- Built broadcast storylines to interest listeners and grow station audience.
- Produced captivating show intros and outros that captured attention from new listeners while retaining existing ones.
- Scripted compelling news stories for daily broadcasts, keeping listeners informed of current events.
- Found, researched, fact-checked and wrote scripts for relevant topics in local news.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Mass Communications
Claflin University
05.2015
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Audience engagement
- Content development
- Exceptional communication
- Engaging storytelling
- Effective research
- Information verification
- Script development
- Building guest relationships
- Developing rapport with guests
- Verifying facts
- Teamwork
Skills
Certification
- Diploma of Customer Service, Alison - 2021
- Google Project Management, Google- 2023
Timeline
Podcast Host
WAEN FM
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Social Media Manager
Great Present AME Chruch
09.2019 - Current
Broadcaster
Live 365
05.2017 - 09.2022
Production Assistant
WOCS 93.7 FM
08.2016 - 03.2017
Radio Announcer
Rejoice 1090 AM
01.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor Of Arts - Mass Communications
Claflin University
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