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SEAN A. GARVIN

STONE MOUNTAIN,GEORGIA

Summary

Dynamic media professional with extensive experience at FEMA and other leading organizations, excelling in audio engineering, project management, and strategic brand management. Demonstrated success in enhancing broadcast quality and audience engagement through innovative content production and effective team leadership. Skilled in leveraging research and development to achieve a 30% increase in listener retention.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Freelance Assistant Producer & Announcer

THE REGGIE GAY GOSPEL SHOW
Atlanta, GA
04.2007 - 12.2024
  • Delivered on-air announcements, including upcoming events, shows, music playlists, contact info, commercial ads, and sponsorships
  • Conducted on-air interviews for ReggieGay.com & AM 1480 WYZE ATLANTA
  • Executed songs, commercials, sweepers, and drops in the order of the format given by the show producer
  • Delivered show content to WATC Channel 57 Atlanta
  • Operated Sam Broadcaster for internet live stream during the radio broadcast

Data Integration Specialist

FEMA
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assigned to update staffing attendance chart for daily reporting
  • Reviewed gathering data information to implement in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Prepared hazard mitigation integrated snapshot template for reporting review
  • Updated the Hazard Prediction and Assessment numbers for snapshot template
  • Assigned to monitor the daily deployer reports and distribute to crew lead
  • Provided hazard admin lead mitigation with updated staffing numbers
  • Prepared agenda for Hazard Prediction and Assessment Tier 1 meeting with Region and State
  • Assisted in packing materials in the Community Education and Outreach department

Live Master Control Room Operator

ENCOMPASS DIGITAL MEDIA/SINCLAIR BROADCASTING GROUP/AMAZON PRIME
12.2020 - 02.2024
  • Operated in Nexio automation to air national content of NFL sports programming
  • Maintained all Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations while conducting live programming
  • Monitored all content for quality control purposes
  • Recorded syndicated and local live programming for playback purposes
  • Assigned to air live sports feed through from remote location and execute commercials during sports programming
  • Reported all on-air discrepancies to the supervisor and documenting discrepancies in the program log
  • Edited visual content and pre-recorded programming in Ingest software system for playback purposes
  • Corresponded with the assistant director to properly execute commercial breaks during live sport games
  • Responsible for following the log playlist and grid to make sure the client's content is aired on time
  • Operated in the Air Client Workstation to insert playlist files in the correct area scheduled to air per client's request
  • Performed additional duties, including adding floaters to commercial breaks and synchronizing time of breaks to go back into content on time
  • Implemented commercials during live sports programming from electronic and linear forms for playback purposes
  • Providing communication with the Assistant Director to assist in airing commercial breaks and floaters scheduled per client
  • Executed paid commercials during NFL games and reporting all discrepancies to the assistant director on site
  • Operated master control equipment, including iTX, working ingest to edit video clips of live sporting events, and monitoring content for quality control purposes

Board Operator/Engineer/Radio Producer/On-Air Personality

AUDACY ATLANTA/ NEWS & TALK 1380 WAOK
12.2016 - 01.2024
  • Operated audio console switchboard to help monitor sound quality, phone screening, and executing audio files from multiple switchboard channels during live programming
  • Maintained all Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations while conducting live programming
  • Executed all audio tracks from the master control room equipment, including utilizing CD players, audio console switchboard, Wide Orbit, and desktop computers
  • Recorded syndicated and local live programming for playback purposes
  • Assigned to air live sports feed through the ISDN channel and execute commercials during sports programming
  • Produced content for the Public Affairs Department, providing narrative information, and responsible for posting public service announcements on the WAOK community page
  • Reported all on-air discrepancies to the program director and documenting discrepancies in the program log
  • Edited, managed content from live shows, placed content as podcasts for OMNY and on the WAOK website
  • Assisted in live radio remote duties, including greeting guests and filming various event highlights
  • Wrote news stories and uploading podcast content to WAOK.COM, RADIO.COM, and V-103.com
  • Operated and corresponded with on-air staff through the Integrated Services Digital Network for sports, events, and live programming content
  • Provided web content assistance to news anchor Maria Boynton in the V-103/1380 WAOK newsroom
  • Specialized in social media marketing and arranging guest interviews for live content
  • Executive Producer, call screener, providing entertainment news, and guest booking for On Point with Juandolyn Stokes on News & Talk 1380 WAOK

Customer Service/Sales Representative

TELEPERFORMANCE/APPLE INC.
09.2020 - 12.2020
  • Assigned to assist Apple customers purchasing items on Apple.com
  • Provided information to Apple customers about the latest and newest Apple products
  • Specialized in data entry and collecting customer's information to finalize the order
  • Transferred customer calls to various departments outside of our customer service and sales department
  • Provided a questionnaire to Apple customers and directing the customers to the right product available inside the Apple store
  • Formulated a rapport with customers after finalizing the sale of purchase

Telesales Representative & Retail Sales Consultant

COMCAST/NBC/UNIVERSAL
10.2016 - 12.2018
  • Provided Comcast products to existing and new customers
  • Developed a rapport with Comcast customers during a sales call
  • Performed data entry work in billing software systems
  • Transferred customers to the billing, technical, and customer support department for immediate further assistance
  • Participated in pre-shift and mid-shift huddle meetings to discuss sales goals and updates about sales calls
  • Reported in all call, technical, and dialing issues to the immediate supervisor and the Comcast Solutions Center
  • Provided all discovery questions to customers before selling the product and closing the sales call

Digital Media Services, Podcast Researcher & Freelance News Writer

PBA 30 ATLANTA/WABE 90.1 FM NPR
05.2015 - 09.2015
  • Specialized in podcast evaluation for WABE 90.1 FM mid-day programming
  • Collected audio files from WABE shows and upload footage to the WABE website as a podcast
  • Gathered audio, editing news audio in NewsBoss and Core Publisher software program
  • Researched information on podcast content and evaluated notes to report to the digital media director
  • Operated the ENCO automation software to retrieve the WABE 90.1 FM mid-day programs for podcast purposes

Host/Producer & Radio Personality

1420 WATB AM ATLANTA/WAY BROADCASTING
11.2014 - 08.2015
  • Operated the audio console switchboard to help monitor sound quality and executed audio files from various channels
  • Maintained all Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations while conducting live programming
  • Executed all audio tracks from the master control room equipment, including utilizing CD players, audio console switchboard, mini disc, and desktop computers
  • Reported news, weather, and information during a live broadcast
  • Recorded live programs into Adobe Audition 1.5 software
  • Promoted show and radio station on social media outlets
  • Arranged guests to appear at the radio station and conducted live interviews

Producer/Host & Internship Instructor

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY TV STUDIOS
Atlanta, GA
03.2012 - 03.2015
  • Operated master control room and TriCaster software for filming video and audio footage in real-time
  • Organized and outlined the show format
  • Arranged guests to appear in the studio for radio and T.V
  • Interview purposes
  • Submitted copies of guest interviews to Georgia State Television staff for on-air programming
  • Conducted pre-recorded interviews with studio guests
  • Instructed students the fundamentals of radio broadcasting and podcasting
  • Operated Canon camera to capture video footage in real-time for playback mode

Board Operator/Radio Announcer & Administrative Assistant

WAEC LOVE 860 AM/1100 AM, BEASLEY MEDIA GROUP
Atlanta, GA
04.2008 - 03.2012
  • Engineered the on-air console switchboard & Comrex IP audio equipment during live and pre-recorded programs
  • Logged in pre-recorded broadcasts into Audio Vault
  • Retrieved satellite feeds through the switchboard for on-air programming
  • Produced radio commercials and promos and performed voiceover
  • Conducted live broadcast remotes on location
  • Managed social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube
  • Marketed, researched, and promoted station programs

Assistant Program Director/Radio Announcer & Radio Engineer

AM 1260 WTJH ATLANTA/WILLIS BROADCASTING GROUP
Atlanta, GA
04.2007 - 11.2009
  • Interviewed local and established artists
  • Monitored programs and music during live radio broadcasts
  • Updated program logs, the AM 1260 WTJH website, commercial, and promo logs
  • Edited programs, music, and commercials in Cool Edit Pro or Adobe Audition
  • Followed, maintained FCC rules and regulation procedures, retrieved news, weather, traffic, and sports updates from Metro Networks (Total Traffic)

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Media Production

American Intercontinental University
Atlanta, GA
06.2005

High School Diploma -

Creekside High School
Fairburn, GA
05.2002

Skills

  • Audio engineering
  • Video filming
  • Editing
  • Web design
  • Social media marketing
  • Promotions
  • Writing
  • Voice-over acting
  • Management
  • Acting
  • Programming
  • Script Writing
  • Research and Development
  • Audio Editing
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Video Editing
  • Digital video production process
  • Production team leadership
  • Team organization
  • Data Analysis
  • Community building techniques
  • Copywriting
  • Project Oversight
  • Deadline Management
  • Creative Writing
  • Budget Oversight
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Production Operations
  • Effective interviewer
  • Timeline Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Field production
  • Technical Direction
  • Presentation Skills
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Strategic brand management
  • Content Production
  • Breaking News Productions
  • Concept Development
  • Relationship Building
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Content Writing
  • Product Knowledge
  • Distribution oversight
  • Creative Direction
  • Live Events
  • Budgeting expertise
  • Schedule Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Contract Staffing
  • Storytelling
  • Project Management
  • Footage screening
  • Content Development
  • Film editing
  • Sales Leadership
  • Client Relations
  • Sales expertise
  • Production Scheduling
  • Event Planning
  • Social Media
  • Film and Video Production
  • Relationship Management
  • Project Coordination

Affiliations

  • National Vocational Technical Honor Society, Creekside High School
  • American Intercontinental University Dean's List - 2003

Languages

English
Full Professional

Accomplishments

  • Six-time nominee for ATL's Hottest Entertainment Awards, 2013 - 2018
  • Honoree for the Georgia House Bill HR 618, honoring men and women in radio

Certification

  • Certification of Participation for the Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network - 2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Data Integration Specialist

FEMA
02.2024 - 08.2024

Live Master Control Room Operator

ENCOMPASS DIGITAL MEDIA/SINCLAIR BROADCASTING GROUP/AMAZON PRIME
12.2020 - 02.2024

Customer Service/Sales Representative

TELEPERFORMANCE/APPLE INC.
09.2020 - 12.2020

Board Operator/Engineer/Radio Producer/On-Air Personality

AUDACY ATLANTA/ NEWS & TALK 1380 WAOK
12.2016 - 01.2024

Telesales Representative & Retail Sales Consultant

COMCAST/NBC/UNIVERSAL
10.2016 - 12.2018

Digital Media Services, Podcast Researcher & Freelance News Writer

PBA 30 ATLANTA/WABE 90.1 FM NPR
05.2015 - 09.2015

Host/Producer & Radio Personality

1420 WATB AM ATLANTA/WAY BROADCASTING
11.2014 - 08.2015

Producer/Host & Internship Instructor

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY TV STUDIOS
03.2012 - 03.2015

Board Operator/Radio Announcer & Administrative Assistant

WAEC LOVE 860 AM/1100 AM, BEASLEY MEDIA GROUP
04.2008 - 03.2012

Freelance Assistant Producer & Announcer

THE REGGIE GAY GOSPEL SHOW
04.2007 - 12.2024

Assistant Program Director/Radio Announcer & Radio Engineer

AM 1260 WTJH ATLANTA/WILLIS BROADCASTING GROUP
04.2007 - 11.2009
  • Certification of Participation for the Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network - 2024

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Media Production

American Intercontinental University

High School Diploma -

Creekside High School
SEAN A. GARVIN