Ricky French
Marion
Summary
Former project manager with a decade of experience planning and executing production elements for events large and small. Detail-oriented with advanced communication skills, both verbal and written, with a history of vendor and crew management and customer service. Personally, an avid home gardener with a special interest in dwarf tomato varieties.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
News Writer
IHeartMedia Inc.
01.2022 - Current
- Researched and wrote engaging news articles on current events and trending topics.
- Collaborated with producers to ensure accuracy and compliance with editorial standards.
- Sought out stories by pursuing other news organizations information periodically and either assigned or wrote stories according to strict timelines.
- Monitored social media channels for breaking news and audience engagement opportunities.
Project Manager
Hughie’s Event Production Services
04.2010 - 03.2020
- Led audio, video, and lighting teams to execute small-scale and large-scale events from concept through completion.
- Developed and maintained project timelines, ensuring alignment with client expectations and costs.
- Implemented strategies to identify potential issues and mitigate impacts on projects.
- Coordinated logistics for event setups, including venue selection, equipment rental, and staffing needs.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms while maintaining budget constraints.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
Education
Vocational Certificate - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Ohio Center For Broadcasting
Columbus, OH02-2010
High School Diploma -
Marion Harding High School
Marion, OH06-2003
Skills
- Advanced communication skills
- Deadline management
- Social media proficiency
- Vendor sourcing
- Schedule management
- Staff management
- Advanced problem solving
Timeline
News Writer
IHeartMedia Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Project Manager
Hughie’s Event Production Services
04.2010 - 03.2020
Vocational Certificate - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Ohio Center For Broadcasting
High School Diploma -
Marion Harding High School