Westen Hawkins
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach. Driven to learn quickly, advance computer proficiency and training in industry operations. Solid background in field and office settings supporting team needs. Flexible and hardworking team player focused on boosting productivity and performance with conscientious and detail-oriented approaches.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern Assistant
WBRZ
05.2024 - Current
- Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
- Edited and proofread documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Supported staff on special assignments and ad hoc projects.
Salesman
Berry Best Portable Buildings
08.2021 - Current
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Upheld high standards of customer service by promoting and upselling new products and services.
- Promoted and up-sold products and services to meet needs of customers.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
- Drove U-Haul trucks to needed locations to be delivered.
- Helped deliver fans and other equiptment in U-Haul trucks to others during hurricane Ida
Studio Production Assistant
Southeastern Channel
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Helped with camera operations, board operations, Audio Adjustments, Playback, and Teleprompter.
- Communicated with on air talent and other Technical directors to make sure show ran smoothly.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Interviewing for material for the show.
Board Operator
The Cajun Radio Station
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Executed live, breaking and syndicated broadcasts with no errors.
- Managed on-site broadcasts by setting up and running equipment in diverse conditions.
- Kept station compliant with compliance requirements by curating content and preventing inappropriate airings.
- Monitored news and public sources for breaking news.
- Maintained studio equipment in good working order.
- Operated switchboard and routed incoming calls to appropriate departments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Ponchatoula High School
Ponchatoula, LA05.2019
Skills
- Research proficiency
- Event planning experience
- Technical aptitude
- Interpersonal Relations
- Presentations
- Research
- Scheduling
- Analytics
- Report Writing
- Supply Restocking
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Strategic planning and analysis
- Creativity and Innovation
- Multitasking and Organization
Timeline
Intern Assistant
WBRZ
05.2024 - Current
Studio Production Assistant
Southeastern Channel
10.2022 - 05.2024
Board Operator
The Cajun Radio Station
01.2022 - 10.2023
Salesman
Berry Best Portable Buildings
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
Southeastern Louisiana University
High School Diploma -
Ponchatoula High School
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