WAYNE MICHAEL SHORTER
Hagerstown,MD
Summary
Versatile broadcasting professional brings over 30 years of experience in news, talk, variety, music, audiovisual production and non-scripted formats. Poised and confident with a strong speaking voice and a talent for on-air interviewing.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Network Center Operator
Middle East Broadcasting Network
11.2019 - Current
- Aggressive monitoring of network transmissions for quality control
- Operate Media Asset Management system to record various feeds from field reporters or content from domestic and overseas bureaus to include proper metadata tagging and identification
- Ability to resolve 1st line technical issues during times of critical need and perform disaster recovery procedures as needed
- Revise, edit or append the daily playlist and/or log changes for air as instructed by either the editorial team or the traffic department
- Proficiency in operating and evaluating technical equipment such as signal routers, waveform monitors, vector scopes and video/audio equalization equipment
- Strong understanding of common broadcast signal issues and how to resolve them in a timely manner
- Monitor and record incoming broadcast elements received via various forms of transmission
- Ability to transform and adapt to changing environments with respect to live and breaking news
- Ability to perform detailed pre show and event FAX checks prior to live show transmission
- Completion of shift and incident reports and issuance of trouble tickets if necessary detailing events surrounding programming activity during your assigned shifts
- Ability to respond effectively and quickly with user requests and issues
Copy/Traffic Coordinator
Sinclair Televsion of Omaha - KPTM/KXVO
09.2017 - 11.2019
- In my job functions I am responsible for scheduling and ensuring commercial advertisements air on Fox and CW networks per a client's contract using Wide Orbit.
- Inputs the titles of client advertisements into database and enters the instructions for ad airing.
- Reviews contracts for accuracy, and works with to resolve issues with changes or missing instructions.
- Sends final schedules to Insertion Department.
- Assists in maintenance of files.
- Communicates to the appropriate party when regarding late or missing tapes.
- Work on special projects as assigned
- Distribute tapes for ingesting
- Loads and proofs commercial material
- Maintains and updates logs and records.
Master Control Operator
Sinclair Television of Omaha - KPTM/KXVO
08.2016 - 09.2017
- In my job functions I receive from satellite & syndicated distributors programs to edit & segment shows to fit in the required time slot with commercial spots for television broadcast
- Coordinated with sales & marketing to ingest spots & promotional events to ensure quality for on air viewing.
- Worked with television networks on live sporting and network programming to ensure local commercial breaks to be aired at the correct and scheduled time.
- Oversaw the on air product to ensure that all correct promos, spots, paid programs and network programming are logged and aired as scheduled.
Assistant Vending Manager/In Seat Vendor
All Pro Vending
08.1998 - 12.2014
- Spoke with patrons to ensure satisfaction with product and service
- Carefully followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing intoxication and dealing with intoxicated guests
- Computed bills, collected payments and made change for guests
- Routinely checked identification of patrons purchasing alcoholic beverages
- Continually provided exceptional service to customers by being friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating
- Assertively upsold non alcoholic beverages and appetizers
- Supervised and oversaw 150 vendors on game day which included product selection & uniform inspection.
Public Address Announcer/Sound Engineer
Alliance Baseball LLC, Omaha Storm Chasers
03.2016 - 04.2019
- Announced all pre game, in game, and post game events using Script Pro to seated guests at home Omaha Storm Chasers games.
- Announced all in game information which included starting lineups, pitching changes, batter introductions, between inning promotions and emergency situations.
- Oversaw the in-game sound entertainment which included player walk up and pitcher entrance music, managed and encouraged crowd participation during the game.
Operations Technician (PT)
Hearst Television/KETV
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Operated Sony Power HAD FX camera for live studio news programs
- Operated Wheatstone TV audio board for live TV on air programming
- Worked in acquisitions to acquire visual graphics in live news programs
- Drove ENG news truck as needed to provide technical support and to shoot live breaking news coverage
Studio Engineer/Radio Broadcast Technician
U. S. Agency For Global Media, Voice Of America
08.1999 - 07.2014
- Produced entertainment and lifestyle news reports, music videos and commercials
- Edited an average of 30 shows each week using Dalet 5.1 & Dalet HD Radio Suite
- Handled all audio mixing & audio board operation for 30 English & Foreign Language productions & programs per week
- Experience in using radio audio control boards such as Harris, Harrison, & Wheatstone E-6.
- Performed high-quality recording, mixing, mastering, sound design and production in a radio-based professional studio
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of goverment industry clients
Development & Support Examiner
Social Security Administration
12.1991 - 08.1999
- Worked directly with Claim Authorizers, Benefit Authorizers, & Disability Examiners to achieve timely payment on disability claims to qualified disability recipients
- Analyzed departmental documents for appropriate distribution and filing
On-Air Personality/Board Operator (PT)
Sajak Broadcasting Incorporated, WNAV-AM
04.1998 - 10.1998
- Introduced shows on air and announced station breaks, commercials and public service information
- Maintained the commercial (spot) logs and controlled the audio board in accordance with FCC and station regulations.
Board Operator/Production Assistant (PT)
Bonneville International Corporation, WXTR-AM/WWVZ-FM (Simulcast WWZZ-FM Washington, D. C.)
03.1998 - 10.1998
- Introduced shows on the air and announced station breaks, commercials and public service information
- Ran audio board and maintained commercial logs in accordance with station and FCC regulations
Evening Air Personality/Morning Show Producer
Radio One Incorporated Of Baltimore, WWIN-AM
10.1996 - 04.1998
- As a Morning Show Producer, I researched, developed and pitched storied that reflected the unique sensibilities of WWIN-AM (Spirit 1400).
- Supervised the post-production process, including editing, dubbing for the morning show including spots and promos
- As an Evening Air Personality, I introduced shows on the air, took listener's calls and announced station breaks, commercials and public service information
- Edited an average of 10 spots each week using Media Edit
Air Personality (PT)
Cumulus Media Harrisburg, WQXA-AM/FM
09.1994 - 11.1995
- Introduced shows on the air, took listener's calls and song requests, announced station breaks, commercials and public service information
- Maintained commercial logs and controlled the audio board in accordance with station and FCC regulations
Education
Diploma - Radio Broadcasting
Broadcasting Institute of Maryland
7200 Harford Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21234-77021990
High School Diploma -
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
1400 West Coldspring Lane Baltimore, Maryland 21209-49041985
Skills
- Sound editing
- Works well under pressure
- Flexible schedule
- Strong graphic and visual sense
- Control room floor
- Self-starter
- Fast learner
- Skilled multi-tasker
Accomplishments
- Broadcasting Board of Governors - Time Off Awards (4) (2002, 2003 [2], & 2010) & Cash Awards (2) (2001 & 2002)
- Social Security Administration - Excellence in Service Awards (3) (1996 - 1998)
- Broadcasting Institute of Maryland - Certificate of Recognition (5) & Radio Director - Class of 1990
- Honorable Discharge - United States Marine Corps
References
Vincent Bonner - Producer/Director - Music Library, Broadcasting Board of Governors, Voice of America, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D. C. 20237-0001 Phone: (202) 382-7932
Jeff Cushman - Former Program Director, WMAG-FM 2 B PAI Park, Greensboro, North Carolina 27409 Phone: (336) 209-3834
Patrick Kelly - Operations Supervisor, Sinclair Televsion of Omaha, 4625 Farnam Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68132-3222 Phone: (402) 554-4214
Timeline
Technical Network Center Operator
Middle East Broadcasting Network
11.2019 - Current
Copy/Traffic Coordinator
Sinclair Televsion of Omaha - KPTM/KXVO
09.2017 - 11.2019
Master Control Operator
Sinclair Television of Omaha - KPTM/KXVO
08.2016 - 09.2017
Operations Technician (PT)
Hearst Television/KETV
05.2016 - 08.2016
Public Address Announcer/Sound Engineer
Alliance Baseball LLC, Omaha Storm Chasers
03.2016 - 04.2019
Studio Engineer/Radio Broadcast Technician
U. S. Agency For Global Media, Voice Of America
08.1999 - 07.2014
Assistant Vending Manager/In Seat Vendor
All Pro Vending
08.1998 - 12.2014
On-Air Personality/Board Operator (PT)
Sajak Broadcasting Incorporated, WNAV-AM
04.1998 - 10.1998
Board Operator/Production Assistant (PT)
Bonneville International Corporation, WXTR-AM/WWVZ-FM (Simulcast WWZZ-FM Washington, D. C.)
03.1998 - 10.1998
Evening Air Personality/Morning Show Producer
Radio One Incorporated Of Baltimore, WWIN-AM
10.1996 - 04.1998
Air Personality (PT)
Cumulus Media Harrisburg, WQXA-AM/FM
09.1994 - 11.1995
Development & Support Examiner
Social Security Administration
12.1991 - 08.1999
Diploma - Radio Broadcasting
Broadcasting Institute of Maryland
High School Diploma -
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
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