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Sarah Sutton

Nashville,TN

Summary

Experienced Media Professional proficient in creating, hosting, and producing diverse radio and television programs. Strengths include strong on-air presence, audio and video production abilities, engaging storytelling, adeptness at problem solving and growth oriented spirit.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Newsroom Support Producer

K-LOVE
2025.03 - Current
  • Monitored social media, search engines, and email alerts to identify breaking, life-impacting news stories for radio coverage
  • Wrote clear, concise scripts for live news segments and special breakaways
  • Executed live on-air broadcasts, delivering scripted content with accuracy and professionalism
  • Programmed and managed radio signal breakaways for timely news delivery
  • Maintained detailed logs of all broadcasts to ensure FCC compliance and to ensure rejoin after breakaway
  • Identified and sourced interview candidates for “God Stories” and “Local Positive People” segments through digital research and outreach
  • Conducted in-depth background research to develop compelling, faith-centered and community-focused narratives
  • Coordinated and scheduled interviews, establishing strong, respectful communication with participants
  • Developed thoughtful interview questions and conducted engaging on-air and recorded interviews
  • Edited audio recordings for web and broadcast use
  • Wrote and published web articles to accompany interview content, integrating audio and visual elements
  • Created 30- and 60-second promotional scripts (teases) for radio and digital platforms
  • Recorded, edited, and scheduled promotional content for broadcast following approval processes

On-Air Radio Personality

Meridian Media
2018.09 - 2024.01

Job Description

  • Hosted and produced a live Saturday morning radio show, delivering engaging, audience-focused content from 2019-2024
  • Served as a fill-in weekday, news-oriented morning show host and producer, maintaining consistency and quality in programming
  • Represented the station as on-air talent at promotional and community events
  • Participated in St. Jude's Children's Hospital Pledge Drives
  • Coordinated and executed promotional events as needed, ensuring smooth operations and strong audience engagement
  • Reported on local news by attending press conferences and conducting interviews with key community figures
  • Wrote compelling, broadcast-ready news stories for on-air talent and website publication
  • Edited audio recordings for broadcast, maintaining high production standards
  • Operated the control board during live and recorded programming, ensuring seamless transitions and technical accuracy

Television News Anchor

Salina Media Connection
2021.01 - 2021.05

Job Description

  • Researched social media, online sources, and news outlets to identify relevant stories for the 5 PM news broadcast
  • Wrote clear, concise scripts and programmed content into the teleprompter for live delivery
  • Set up studio lighting, cameras, and staging to ensure professional on-air presentation
  • Anchored and delivered the 5 PM news broadcast with accuracy and confidence
  • Edited video and audio footage for broadcast, incorporating graphics and visual elements to enhance storytelling
  • Wrote scripts and conducted interviews for public information campaigns, ensuring clarity and audience engagement
  • Built and maintained relationships with public relations contacts to secure reliable, first-hand sources for news stories
  • Developed and implemented social media strategies, using analytics to increase brand awareness and audience engagement

Education

No Degree - Communications

Bethany College
Lindsborg KS
2026-12

Skills

  • Deadline management
  • Content production
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Copywriting
  • Adobe Suite, Cool Edit Pro, Audacity
  • Breaking news productions
  • Live events
  • Attention to detail
  • On-air announcing
  • Voiceover recording

Timeline

Newsroom Support Producer

K-LOVE
2025.03 - Current

Television News Anchor

Salina Media Connection
2021.01 - 2021.05

On-Air Radio Personality

Meridian Media
2018.09 - 2024.01

No Degree - Communications

Bethany College

Awards and Recognition

3rd Place – Radio Personality/Show, 2023 Salina Community Choice Awards
Community-nominated and voted recognition for on-air work with the Stutzman’s Home and Garden Show, Swap Shop, and as a fill-in host on the KSAL 1150 AM Morning Show.