Stephen Tran
Papillion,NE
Summary
Student double majoring in Broadcasting with a focus on video production and Sports Media/Communications with a minor in Political Science. Has hands-on experience in news production, scriptwriting, video editing, and control room operations. Proven ability to contribute effectively to both live and recorded broadcasts, demonstrating a strong understanding of the fast-paced media landscape. Seeking a news production internship to refine skills and gain invaluable insights within a professional newsroom environment. Committed to delivering high-quality content while embracing opportunities for growth and collaboration.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Hall Assistant
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Lincoln, NE
03.2024 - Current
- Provide friendly service to students in resident halls
- Resolve issues from residents and staff, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and customer service.
- Use problem-solving skills to to help students
- Paying attention and being aware of everything around myself to keep the place safe and welcoming
- Greet guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Answer incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
Nebraska Nightly
Lincoln, NE
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborate with a large team in order to help produce for a live newscast
- Operate switcher to manage live and recorded broadcasts, coordinating camera cuts, graphics, and video sources
- Direct live shows by issuing cues and resolving real-time production issues under pressure
- Monitor and adjust audio levels to ensure broadcast-quality sound during live newscasts
- Manage teleprompter timing and graphics display to align with on-air delivery
- Execute clip playback and maintain precise timing throughout live productions
- Research, interview, and edit news packages to support engaging broadcast content
Nebraska Nightly Lead (Incoming)
Lincoln, NE
08.2026 - Current
- Selected to lead control room operations for weekly live/recorded broadcasts
- Will coordinate technical crew (director, techinical director, audio, graphics, shader, teleprompter)
- Will oversee timing, transitions, and communication during live production
- Will ensure smooth execution of rundowns under live broadcast conditions
- Mentor and train new crew members to operate control room equipment and execute live broadcasts
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Broadcasting And Sports Media/Communications,
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE05-2027
Skills
- Experienced with using a Allen & Heath SQ-5 audio mixer
- Experienced with using a Ross TouchDrive switcher
- Experienced with using a CueScript Teleprompter
- Experienced with video playback systems
- Experienced with Inception Newsroom Computer System
- Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Audition
- Videography and Photography
- News scriptwriting
Timeline
Nebraska Nightly Lead (Incoming)
08.2026 - Current
Nebraska Nightly
01.2025 - Current
Resident Hall Assistant
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
03.2024 - Current
Bachelor's Degree - Broadcasting And Sports Media/Communications,
University of Nebraska-Lincoln