Timothy Wilson
Washington,DC
Summary
Dynamic on-air personality and entertainment professional with extensive experience in live event hosting, music programming, and audience interaction. Proven ability to connect with diverse communities and enhance engagement through targeted promotion and digital media strategies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Specialist GS 07 - 04
DC DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Washington, DC
06.2022 - Current
- Coordinated and led recreational programs, community activities, and special events for diverse populations, enhancing community engagement.
- Plan and coordinate programs, events, and community activities.
- Developed promotional materials and outreach initiatives that successfully attracted increased community participation.
- Conducted surveys and collected community feedback to inform program improvements and enhance service delivery.
- Serve as a public-facing representative while interacting with youth, adults, families, community organizations, and visitors.
- Communicate effectively with participants, staff, volunteers, community members, and outside organizations.
- Assisted with planning and execution of special events to enhance community engagement. and public programming.
- Respond professionally to questions, comments, and concerns from the public.
Owner / DJ / Entertainment Professional
TORCH ENTERTAINMENT LLC
Washington, DC
08.2018 - Current
- Own and operate an entertainment company specializing in DJ services, event hosting, music promotion, artist marketing, and event production.
- Provide DJ and hosting services throughout the Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, and East Coast markets.
- Serve as a public-facing entertainment personality at clubs, lounges, schools, community events, private events, and special events.
- Managed artist bookings, coordinated promotional campaigns, and oversaw event logistics and partnerships to ensure successful events.
- Organized and hosted artist showcases to promote local talent. and community entertainment events throughout the DMV.
- Promoted emerging artists and music projects through targeted social media campaigns, live events, and collaborations with entertainment networks.
- Consult with independent artists regarding music promotion, branding, marketing, and audience development.
- Built and nurtured relationships with artists, promoters, venues, businesses, event organizers, and community organizations to enhance collaboration and opportunities.
- Managed an established digital presence through consistent content posting and engagement. digital presence with 18K+ combined social media followers.
DJ / Music Programmer / On-Air Personality
TAKOMA RADIO - WOWD-LP-FM 94.3
Washington, DC
07.2017 - 07.2020
- Hosted on-air programming and engaged listeners through music, commentary, and personality-driven content.
- Developed an authentic on-air presence connecting music, culture, and the DMV community.
- Developed and programmed music content tailored to engage and grow independent community radio audience.
- Leveraged knowledge of Hip-Hop/R&B and DMV music scene to curate programming that resonated with local listeners.
- Selected music based on audience interests, programming goals, and the overall sound of the show.
- Promoted local artists through targeted marketing campaigns, music, events, and entertainment within the DMV.
- Worked as a DJ, music programmer, and on-air personality for DMV Underground.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD12-2026
High School Diploma -
Mckinley Technology High School
Washington, DC06-2009
Skills
- On-Air Broadcasting
- Radio Programming
- Live Hosting
- DJing
- Community Outreach
- Event Coordination
- Program Development
- Music Curation
- Social Media
- Public Speaking/Audience Engagement
- Digital Outreach
- Content Creation
- Event Production
- Event Marketing
Professional References
- Christopher Henderson, DC Parks & Recreation Supervisor, (202) 391-1623
- Emmanuel Ojie, Club Supervisor, (240) 381-5537
- Nathaniel Thorne, AV Supervisor, (202) 716-0331
Music Genres
- Hip-Hop/R&B
- Afrobeats
- Reggae
- Classic Hits
- 80's/ 90's Music
- Soca
- House
- Oldies & Goodies
Timeline
Recreation Specialist GS 07 - 04
DC DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
06.2022 - Current
Owner / DJ / Entertainment Professional
TORCH ENTERTAINMENT LLC
08.2018 - Current
DJ / Music Programmer / On-Air Personality
TAKOMA RADIO - WOWD-LP-FM 94.3
07.2017 - 07.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business
Bowie State University
High School Diploma -
Mckinley Technology High School