Tony Whaley
Chickamauga,GA
Summary
Dynamic Director oversees every facet of production with strong project management and decision-making skills. Extensive knowledge of news production combined with experience in business operations and management make WTVC's -Human Resources position a career path worth pursuing.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Newscast Director
WTVC NewsChannel 9
08.2023 - Current
- Coding and Executing clean newscasts
- Directing staff in a friendly and professional environment
- Collaborating through communication
- Offering guidance and goal setting through teamwork.
General Manager
Pigeon Mountain Grill
11.2013 - 09.2021
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed a diverse team with a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Cultivated strong relationships with the community, clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
Newscast Director
Kdvr Fox31
10.2006 - 07.2013
- Live broadcast director
- Coding and execution of live newscasts
- Leadership on a local/national level
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased employee retention, and boosted overall team morale.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ringgold High School
Ringgold, GASkills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Operations Management
- Project Coordination
- Staff Management
- Budget Control
- Budget Management
- Business Planning
- Staff Development
- Contract and Vendor Management
- Hiring and Retention
- Financial Reporting
- Rules and regulations
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- Corporate Communications
Timeline
Newscast Director
WTVC NewsChannel 9
08.2023 - Current
General Manager
Pigeon Mountain Grill
11.2013 - 09.2021
Newscast Director
Kdvr Fox31
10.2006 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Ringgold High School
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