About Me

Summary A young professional with a combination of many skills in Mass Communications. Bringing to the table knowledge of Final Cut Pro Studio, oral presentations, power point presentation, Photoshop, inews, editing, journalism, writing, and technical applications in the field of communications. The knowledge gained in the pursuit of my degree, and the experience gained while working at NBC News channel 6 has prepared me to accept the challenges that are daily occurrences in a broadcast or film environment. I have learned to solve problems quickly and move on to the next challenge. I have also learned to work well with fellow team players to assist them and allow them to assist me whenever possible.

Experienced in writing proposals, presentations, Final Cut Pro, Motion, Live Type, Soundtrack Pro, Photoshop, working with time restrictions, updating station website, creating scripts and rundowns in inews, sports writing, journalism, linear and non-linear editing, audio, cameras, directing and technical directing, coaching high school football, leadership, team work, and construction.

Professional Goals: to continue to grow in leadership and knowledge, excel in my position, to help those around me grow, interact and show team members and colleagues that I can be trusted and that I can trust them, provide for my family, and to make myself and those around me and the company better.

Notable Achievements
Empixx Award, 2009 Winner in Editing of “Sock Goblin”
Served 2 year LDS Mission
Eagle Scout Award

Education
Idaho State University
921 S. 8th Ave. Pocatello, ID 83201 (208) 282-3620 2004-2009
B.A., Mass
Communication - Television Broadcasting/Minor in Coaching

Professional Experience
C.R. England Trucking
4701 W. 2100 S., Salt Lake City, UT, (801) 972-2712 2011-
Over-the-Road Truck Driver

NBC News channel 6
902 E. Sherman St., Pocatello, ID 83201, (208) 232-3141 2006-2010
Assistant Director/Technical Director
 Cameras/Teleprompters/Audio
 Editing/Update Website
 Photoshop/Graphics

ISU Maintenance & Operations
ISU Campus
8th Ave. Pocatello, ID 83201, (208) 282-3620 2004-2006
Maintenance Laborer
Jack Hammer
 Fort Lift
 Set up/Take down Events on Campus
 Maintenance of buildings/Construction
 Security at Events

Bengal Newspaper
921 S 8th Ave. Pocatello, ID 83201, (208) 282-3620 2004-2005
 Sports Writer/Story Teller
 Time Management
 Sports Knowledge
 Communication Skills

Professional References
Todd Blackinton - Anchor/News Director
902 E. Sherman St., Pocatello, Idaho 83201 (208) - 232-6666

Suzanna Farris – Technical Director Supervisor
902 E. Sherman St., Pocatello, Idaho 83201 (208) – 235-3152

Tom Hallaq, M.Ed – Assistant Professor, Television Broadcasting
James E. Rogers Department of Mass Communication
Idaho State University
921 S. 8th Avenue, Pocatello, ID, 83201, Stop 8242, (208) 282-3295

References
Brad Thompson – Owner of Bradley Technology
brad@bradleytechnology.com (208) 481-0984

Larry Green - Owner of LL Greens Hardware Store
101 N Main Street, Hailey, Idaho 83333 (208) 788-9359