WIFR-TV Company
Industry: Television station
DescriptionWIFR-LD is a low-powered CBS-affiliated television station licensed to Rockford, Illinois, United States. Owned by Gray Television, it broadcasts a digital signal on UHF channel 41 from a transmitter at its studios on North Meridian Road in Rockford. Affiliation: CBS Former channel number(s): Analog: 23 (UHF, 1965–2009) Transmitter power: 15 kW Call letters' meaning: Wisconsin/Illinois; Freeport/Rockford Subchannels: 23.1 CBS; 23.2 Antenna TV; 23.3 Cozi TV; 23.4 Ion Television Last air date: May 31, 2017
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WIFR-TV Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Samantha M. Alloway Samantha M. Alloway's WIFR-TV Experience September 2006 - October 2007
Job Guest Service Agent at Streamwood Park District
Industry Media Production
Experience
The Examiner February 2014 - Present
Streamwood Park District January 2013 - Present
The Vitamin Shoppe July 2011 - Present
Babies R Us October 2010 - July 2011
Rockford Metrocentre September 2007 - October 2010
WIFR-TV September 2006 - October 2007
Skills
Customer Relations, Customer Service, Production, Editing, Budgeting, Natural Health, Multitasker, Program Management, Marketing Communications, Customer Engagement, Budgets
Education
Northern Illinois University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Communications, Sociology
The Examiner February 2014 - Present
Streamwood Park District January 2013 - Present
The Vitamin Shoppe July 2011 - Present
Babies R Us October 2010 - July 2011
Rockford Metrocentre September 2007 - October 2010
WIFR-TV September 2006 - October 2007
Skills
Customer Relations, Customer Service, Production, Editing, Budgeting, Natural Health, Multitasker, Program Management, Marketing Communications, Customer Engagement, Budgets
Education
Northern Illinois University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Communications, Sociology
Matt Obenauf Matt Obenauf's WIFR-TV Experience September 2013 - August 2015
Job Creative Services
Industry Media Production
Experience
Today's TMJ4 August 2015 - Present
WIFR-TV September 2013 - August 2015
Self-employed 2012 - November 2013
Big Shoulders Digital Video August 2012 - September 2013
Skills
Video Production, Video Editing, Editing, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Media Production, Premiere, Non-linear Editing, HD Video, Digital Media, Adobe Audition, Video, Advertising, Videography, Commercials
Education
Illinois Center for Broadcasting-Lombard Campus 2012 — 2013
Video Production
Northern Illinois University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Today's TMJ4 August 2015 - Present
WIFR-TV September 2013 - August 2015
Self-employed 2012 - November 2013
Big Shoulders Digital Video August 2012 - September 2013
Skills
Video Production, Video Editing, Editing, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Media Production, Premiere, Non-linear Editing, HD Video, Digital Media, Adobe Audition, Video, Advertising, Videography, Commercials
Education
Illinois Center for Broadcasting-Lombard Campus 2012 — 2013
Video Production
Northern Illinois University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Alison Trouy Alison Trouy's WIFR-TV Experience August 2012 - October 2013
Job Producer at Fox 6 News
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Fox 6 News October 2013 - Present
WIFR -TV August 2012 - October 2013
WIFR-TV July 2011 - August 2012
WCIA-TV June 2010 - May 2011
Illini Media September 2008 - December 2010
Illini Media April 2009 - April 2010
Skills
Writing, Project Management, Team Building, Newsgathering, Communication, Editing, Social Media, Avid, INews, Facebook, Creative Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Broadcast Journalism
Fox 6 News October 2013 - Present
WIFR -TV August 2012 - October 2013
WIFR-TV July 2011 - August 2012
WCIA-TV June 2010 - May 2011
Illini Media September 2008 - December 2010
Illini Media April 2009 - April 2010
Skills
Writing, Project Management, Team Building, Newsgathering, Communication, Editing, Social Media, Avid, INews, Facebook, Creative Writing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Broadcast Journalism
Natalie Kaplan Natalie Kaplan's WIFR-TV Experience November 2006 - November 2008
Job Director of Business Development at JR Dessert Bakery
Industry Food & Beverages
Experience
JR Dessert Bakery June 2015 - Present
New England Cable News July 2013 - June 2015
Township High School District 113 October 2011 - July 2013
Patch.com September 2010 - October 2011
WITN-TV December 2008 - August 2010
WIFR-TV November 2006 - November 2008
Skills
Broadcast Television, Communication, Social Media, News Writing, Video Production, Internet Video..., Public Relations, Public Speaking, Online News, Video Editing, Multimedia, Television, Video, Web Content, Press Releases, Social Networking, Producing, Storytelling, Videography, Editing
Education
University of Michigan 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications
Francis W. Parker School 1998 — 2002
High School Diploma
JR Dessert Bakery June 2015 - Present
New England Cable News July 2013 - June 2015
Township High School District 113 October 2011 - July 2013
Patch.com September 2010 - October 2011
WITN-TV December 2008 - August 2010
WIFR-TV November 2006 - November 2008
Skills
Broadcast Television, Communication, Social Media, News Writing, Video Production, Internet Video..., Public Relations, Public Speaking, Online News, Video Editing, Multimedia, Television, Video, Web Content, Press Releases, Social Networking, Producing, Storytelling, Videography, Editing
Education
University of Michigan 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications
Francis W. Parker School 1998 — 2002
High School Diploma
John Pellizzari's WIFR-TV Experience May 1996 - July 1996
Job Photojournalist
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
KTNV January 2014 - Present
WFAA-TV March 2012 - June 2013
KNXV-TV March 2004 - March 2012
KRQE NEWS 13/KASA FOX 2 December 2002 - March 2004
KTVX-TV November 1999 - April 2002
KGAN-TV July 1997 - October 1999
WIFR-TV May 1996 - July 1996
Skills
Editing, Television, Photography, Broadcast, Final Cut Pro, Videography, Video Production, Storytelling, Video Editing, Broadcast Television
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 2013 — 2015
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1995 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
KTNV January 2014 - Present
WFAA-TV March 2012 - June 2013
KNXV-TV March 2004 - March 2012
KRQE NEWS 13/KASA FOX 2 December 2002 - March 2004
KTVX-TV November 1999 - April 2002
KGAN-TV July 1997 - October 1999
WIFR-TV May 1996 - July 1996
Skills
Editing, Television, Photography, Broadcast, Final Cut Pro, Videography, Video Production, Storytelling, Video Editing, Broadcast Television
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 2013 — 2015
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1995 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Seth Dulian Seth Dulian's WIFR-TV Experience March 2013 - April 2015
Job Topical Producer at WDJT CBS 58
Industry Media Production
Experience
WDJT CBS 58 April 2015 - Present
WIFR-TV March 2013 - April 2015
120 Sports April 2014 - April 2014
True Value Company December 2012 - February 2013
Shaw Media September 2012 - November 2012
Northern Illinois University 2011 - 2012
Village Green Home & Garden April 2008 - September 2011
Skills
Video Production, Video, Television, Audio Editing, Radio, Camera, Video Editing, Videography, Broadcast Television, Multimedia, Social Media, Audio Post Production, Broadcast Journalism, Radio Broadcasting, Radio Producing, Camera Operating, Editing, Avid, Producing, Directing, Storytelling, Professional Audio, Web Video, Music Videos, Radio Host, Television Directing, Digital Cameras, Video Camera, Camera Skills, Microphones, Studio Recording, Live Recording, Location Recording, ROSS Overdrive System, Live Truck/TVU Pack, Edius, After Effects, Script-writing, Photoshop, Premiere, Commercials, Client Relations Skills, Sales Operations, Newspapers
Education
Northern Illinois University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Media and Communications
Rock Valley College 2007 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Belvidere High School 2003 — 2007
High School Diploma, General
WDJT CBS 58 April 2015 - Present
WIFR-TV March 2013 - April 2015
120 Sports April 2014 - April 2014
True Value Company December 2012 - February 2013
Shaw Media September 2012 - November 2012
Northern Illinois University 2011 - 2012
Village Green Home & Garden April 2008 - September 2011
Skills
Video Production, Video, Television, Audio Editing, Radio, Camera, Video Editing, Videography, Broadcast Television, Multimedia, Social Media, Audio Post Production, Broadcast Journalism, Radio Broadcasting, Radio Producing, Camera Operating, Editing, Avid, Producing, Directing, Storytelling, Professional Audio, Web Video, Music Videos, Radio Host, Television Directing, Digital Cameras, Video Camera, Camera Skills, Microphones, Studio Recording, Live Recording, Location Recording, ROSS Overdrive System, Live Truck/TVU Pack, Edius, After Effects, Script-writing, Photoshop, Premiere, Commercials, Client Relations Skills, Sales Operations, Newspapers
Education
Northern Illinois University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Media and Communications
Rock Valley College 2007 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Belvidere High School 2003 — 2007
High School Diploma, General
Daniel Breed Daniel Breed's WIFR-TV Experience January 2002 - March 2002
Job Broadcasting Manager at Gameday Radio
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Gameday Radio September 2014 - Present
Breed Digital January 2007 - April 2010
FMA Communications October 2005 - August 2006
V-TIP, Inc./MasterTask Training November 1997 - October 2005
WIFR - TV January 2002 - March 2002
WIFR - TV March 1993 - October 1997
WFRL-AM1570/WXXQ-FM98.5 October 1989 - October 1990
Skills
Communication, Meeting Planning, Webinar Development, Marketing Communications, Training Delivery, Broadcast Television, Radio Broadcasting, Radio Host, Public Speaking, Voice Over, Conflict Resolution, Team Building, Project Management, Proofreading, Troubleshooting, Public Address..., Video Editing, Social Media, Editing, Broadcast
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1990 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
Highland Community College 1988 — 1990
Associate of Arts (AA), General Studies
Gameday Radio September 2014 - Present
Breed Digital January 2007 - April 2010
FMA Communications October 2005 - August 2006
V-TIP, Inc./MasterTask Training November 1997 - October 2005
WIFR - TV January 2002 - March 2002
WIFR - TV March 1993 - October 1997
WFRL-AM1570/WXXQ-FM98.5 October 1989 - October 1990
Skills
Communication, Meeting Planning, Webinar Development, Marketing Communications, Training Delivery, Broadcast Television, Radio Broadcasting, Radio Host, Public Speaking, Voice Over, Conflict Resolution, Team Building, Project Management, Proofreading, Troubleshooting, Public Address..., Video Editing, Social Media, Editing, Broadcast
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1990 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
Highland Community College 1988 — 1990
Associate of Arts (AA), General Studies
Curtis Sweat's WIFR-TV Experience March 2005 - May 2006
Job ENG Camera Operator at NBC News
Industry
Experience
NBCUniversal, Inc. 2011 - Present
WFTS-TV July 2007 - April 2011
Waterman Broadcasting May 2006 - July 2007
WIFR - TV March 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Broadcast Journalism, Broadcast, Broadcast Television, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Non-linear Editing, Videography, Video, Television, Dalet, Multimedia, Edius, Teleprompter, Editing, Facebook, Photojournalism, Media Production, Avid, Avid Newscutter, Breaking News, Storytelling
Education
Grambling State University
Mass Communications, Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
NBCUniversal, Inc. 2011 - Present
WFTS-TV July 2007 - April 2011
Waterman Broadcasting May 2006 - July 2007
WIFR - TV March 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Broadcast Journalism, Broadcast, Broadcast Television, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Non-linear Editing, Videography, Video, Television, Dalet, Multimedia, Edius, Teleprompter, Editing, Facebook, Photojournalism, Media Production, Avid, Avid Newscutter, Breaking News, Storytelling
Education
Grambling State University
Mass Communications, Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
Chris Hyser Chris Hyser's WIFR-TV Experience October 1993 - October 1994
Job Executive Producer at WJWTV
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
WJW-TV January 2015 - Present
WJW-TV September 2009 - January 2015
WKYC-TV May 1997 - May 2008
WJW-TV March 1996 - May 1997
WAKC-TV October 1994 - February 1996
WIFR-TV October 1993 - October 1994
Skills
Social Media, Facebook, Web Content Management, Blogging, YouTube, Social Networking, Media Relations, Writing, Copywriting, Web Analytics, Broadcast, Breaking News, Video, Broadcast Journalism, Editing, Entertainment, Press Releases, Public Relations, Storytelling, Web Content, Television, Video Editing, Content Management
Education
Kent State University 2011 — 2012
MA, Public Relations
Kent State University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Broadcast News
WJW-TV January 2015 - Present
WJW-TV September 2009 - January 2015
WKYC-TV May 1997 - May 2008
WJW-TV March 1996 - May 1997
WAKC-TV October 1994 - February 1996
WIFR-TV October 1993 - October 1994
Skills
Social Media, Facebook, Web Content Management, Blogging, YouTube, Social Networking, Media Relations, Writing, Copywriting, Web Analytics, Broadcast, Breaking News, Video, Broadcast Journalism, Editing, Entertainment, Press Releases, Public Relations, Storytelling, Web Content, Television, Video Editing, Content Management
Education
Kent State University 2011 — 2012
MA, Public Relations
Kent State University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Broadcast News
Suzanne Richter Suzanne Richter's WIFR-TV Experience January 1985 - April 1986
Job
Industry
Experience
WMAQ-TV July 2008 - Present
WMAQ-TV January 2000 - June 2008
WMAQ-TV January 1997 - February 1999
WCCO-TV July 1990 - December 1996
WITI - TV 6 October 1987 - July 1990
WMBD-TV April 1986 - October 1987
WIFR - TV January 1985 - April 1986
Skills
Editing, Final Cut Pro
Education
Illinois State University 1982 — 1985
Bachelor in Mass communications/Speech minor, TV news/Photojournalism
Loras College 1980 — 1982
WMAQ-TV July 2008 - Present
WMAQ-TV January 2000 - June 2008
WMAQ-TV January 1997 - February 1999
WCCO-TV July 1990 - December 1996
WITI - TV 6 October 1987 - July 1990
WMBD-TV April 1986 - October 1987
WIFR - TV January 1985 - April 1986
Skills
Editing, Final Cut Pro
Education
Illinois State University 1982 — 1985
Bachelor in Mass communications/Speech minor, TV news/Photojournalism
Loras College 1980 — 1982
Aaron McCray Aaron McCray's WIFR-TV Experience August 2009 - January 2012
Job Systems Engineer at Weigel Broadcasting
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Weigel Broadcasting July 2014 - Present
WFLD Fox Chicago January 2012 - July 2014
WIFR-TV August 2009 - January 2012
Skills
Broadcast Television, Broadcast, Avid, Television, Video Production, Broadcast Journalism, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Video, Journalism, New Media, Digital Media, Social Media, Producing, Videography, Breaking News, Avid Media Composer, Broadcast Engineering, HD Video, Digital Video, Non-linear Editing
Education
Rock Valley College 2009 — 2011
Weigel Broadcasting July 2014 - Present
WFLD Fox Chicago January 2012 - July 2014
WIFR-TV August 2009 - January 2012
Skills
Broadcast Television, Broadcast, Avid, Television, Video Production, Broadcast Journalism, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Video, Journalism, New Media, Digital Media, Social Media, Producing, Videography, Breaking News, Avid Media Composer, Broadcast Engineering, HD Video, Digital Video, Non-linear Editing
Education
Rock Valley College 2009 — 2011
Mark Deutchman Mark Deutchman's WIFR-TV Experience 1993 - 1993
Job Creative Services Edit Supervisor at CNN
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
CNN 2009 - Present
CNN 2007 - 2009
CNN 1993 - 2007
WIFR-TV 1993 - 1993
Skills
Video Editing, Broadcast, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Broadcast Journalism, Breaking News, Video, Television, Avid, HD Video, Broadcast Television, Media Production, Videography, Management
Education
University of Colorado at Boulder 1991 — 1993
Master of Arts, Broadcast Journalism
University of Colorado at Boulder 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
CNN 2009 - Present
CNN 2007 - 2009
CNN 1993 - 2007
WIFR-TV 1993 - 1993
Skills
Video Editing, Broadcast, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Broadcast Journalism, Breaking News, Video, Television, Avid, HD Video, Broadcast Television, Media Production, Videography, Management
Education
University of Colorado at Boulder 1991 — 1993
Master of Arts, Broadcast Journalism
University of Colorado at Boulder 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
Michael Albrecht Michael Albrecht's WIFR-TV Experience September 2013 - February 2014
Job Sports Desk at Rockford Register Star
Industry Sports
Experience
Rockford Register Star June 2014 - Present
Windy City Sports February 2014 - Present
WIFR - TV September 2013 - February 2014
YMCA August 2010 - October 2012
Skills
Journalism, Sports Writing, Blogging, Social Media Blogging, Social Media..., Feature Writing, Twitter, Social Media, Sports, Facebook, AP Style, Editing, Copy Editing, New Media, News Writing, Feature Articles, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing
Education
Rock Valley College 2012 — 2014
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies, 2.9 GPA
Rockford Register Star June 2014 - Present
Windy City Sports February 2014 - Present
WIFR - TV September 2013 - February 2014
YMCA August 2010 - October 2012
Skills
Journalism, Sports Writing, Blogging, Social Media Blogging, Social Media..., Feature Writing, Twitter, Social Media, Sports, Facebook, AP Style, Editing, Copy Editing, New Media, News Writing, Feature Articles, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing
Education
Rock Valley College 2012 — 2014
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies, 2.9 GPA
Dave Kinskey's WIFR-TV Experience 1988 - 1990
Job Real Estate Professional
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Coldwell Banker First Realty May 1991 - Present
WIFR-TV 1988 - 1990
Voice of America Radio, TV, & Web 1987 - 1988
WPRV-TV 1986 - 1987
KXJB-TV 1980 - 1986
Skills
ABR, Buyer Representation, First Time Home Buyers, Single Family Homes, Relocation, Condos, New Home Sales, Realty, Buying, Real Estate, Selling, Short Sales, Sellers, Listings, First Time Buyers, Foreclosures, Resale, New Homes, CRS, SFR, Townhomes
Education
Syracuse University 1976 — 1980
B.S., Television/Radio Communications
Coldwell Banker First Realty May 1991 - Present
WIFR-TV 1988 - 1990
Voice of America Radio, TV, & Web 1987 - 1988
WPRV-TV 1986 - 1987
KXJB-TV 1980 - 1986
Skills
ABR, Buyer Representation, First Time Home Buyers, Single Family Homes, Relocation, Condos, New Home Sales, Realty, Buying, Real Estate, Selling, Short Sales, Sellers, Listings, First Time Buyers, Foreclosures, Resale, New Homes, CRS, SFR, Townhomes
Education
Syracuse University 1976 — 1980
B.S., Television/Radio Communications
DonClark Williams DonClark Williams's WIFR-TV Experience March 1980 - August 1980
Job Owner, DonClark's Kitchen LLC
Industry Retail
Experience
New York Health & Racquet Club March 1991 - Present
DonClark's Kitchen LLC. October 2006 - April 2013
WNBC -TV September 1990 - March 1997
WRC-TV June 1988 - September 1990
WJZ-TV September 1984 - June 1988
WTHR-TV December 1981 - June 1984
WPTV August 1980 - December 1981
WIFR-TV March 1980 - August 1980
Skills
Group fitness instructor, kitchen gadget designer, ballroom dance and..., Marketing, Editing, Television, Fitness, Broadcast, Social Media, Sports, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Sales, Radio Host, Entertainment
Education
Northern Illinois University 1977 — 1980
BA, Broadcast Journalism
Colorado State University 1971 — 1974
New York Health & Racquet Club March 1991 - Present
DonClark's Kitchen LLC. October 2006 - April 2013
WNBC -TV September 1990 - March 1997
WRC-TV June 1988 - September 1990
WJZ-TV September 1984 - June 1988
WTHR-TV December 1981 - June 1984
WPTV August 1980 - December 1981
WIFR-TV March 1980 - August 1980
Skills
Group fitness instructor, kitchen gadget designer, ballroom dance and..., Marketing, Editing, Television, Fitness, Broadcast, Social Media, Sports, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Sales, Radio Host, Entertainment
Education
Northern Illinois University 1977 — 1980
BA, Broadcast Journalism
Colorado State University 1971 — 1974
Jeanine Graham Jeanine Graham's WIFR-TV Experience July 1981 - October 1982
Job Copywriter at Allstate, Freelance Writer/Editor/Proofreader
Industry Insurance
Experience
Allstate Advertising AssistantLittelfuseJanuary 1983 - December 1985
WIFR-TV July 1981 - October 1982
Skills
Advertising Copy, Copywriting, Website Copy, Web Content, Copy Editing, Marketing Copy, Newsletters, Integrated Marketing, Content Strategy, Corporate Communications, Direct Marketing, Press Releases, Direct Mail, Email Marketing, Internal Communications, Creative Strategy, Corporate Branding, Marketing Communications
Education
Drake University 1977 — 1981
B.F.A., Graphic Design, Journalism Minor
Allstate Advertising AssistantLittelfuseJanuary 1983 - December 1985
WIFR-TV July 1981 - October 1982
Skills
Advertising Copy, Copywriting, Website Copy, Web Content, Copy Editing, Marketing Copy, Newsletters, Integrated Marketing, Content Strategy, Corporate Communications, Direct Marketing, Press Releases, Direct Mail, Email Marketing, Internal Communications, Creative Strategy, Corporate Branding, Marketing Communications
Education
Drake University 1977 — 1981
B.F.A., Graphic Design, Journalism Minor
Rick Andresen Rick Andresen's WIFR-TV Experience November 1991 - December 1993
Job Producer/Director at Mayo Clinic
Industry Media Production
Experience
Mayo Clinic November 1999 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago October 1993 - November 1999
WIFR-TV November 1991 - December 1993
Skills
Marketing, Video, Video Production, Producing, Final Cut Pro, Avid, Creative Direction, Graphic Design, Broadcast, Multimedia, Advertising, HD Video, Commercials, Directing, Camera, Social Media, Public Relations, After Effects
Education
Illinois State University 1987 — 1989
B.S., Mass Communications
Mayo Clinic November 1999 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago October 1993 - November 1999
WIFR-TV November 1991 - December 1993
Skills
Marketing, Video, Video Production, Producing, Final Cut Pro, Avid, Creative Direction, Graphic Design, Broadcast, Multimedia, Advertising, HD Video, Commercials, Directing, Camera, Social Media, Public Relations, After Effects
Education
Illinois State University 1987 — 1989
B.S., Mass Communications
Chip Brewster's WIFR-TV Experience November 2009 - September 2011
Job Roving Reporter at WITI
Industry Media Production
Experience
WITI-TV, Fox6 - a part of Tribune Media May 2013 - Present
484th Army Band June 2012 - Present
WITI September 2011 - May 2013
144th Army Band November 2006 - June 2012
WIFR - TV November 2009 - September 2011
WGN-TV August 2009 - November 2009
Skills
Storytelling, Live Broadcast, Improvisation, Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Creative Writing, Broadcast, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Social Networking, Editing, Television, Time Management, Self-management, Entertainment, Public Speaking, Live Events, Social Media, TV Production, Producer, Live Performer, Leadership, Saxophone, Music, Photoshop, Research, Media & Entertainment, Broadcast Journalism, TV News Production, News Writing, Social Media Marketing, Video Editing, Non-linear Editing, Video, Multimedia, Live Shots, PR and Communications, Avid, Broadcast Television, Storyboarding, Voice Over, Voice Acting, Voiceovers, Microsoft Office, Photojournalism
Education
Illinois State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communication / Television Production
Illinois State University 2005 — 2009
Minor, Business Administration
Lake Zurich High School 2001 — 2005
High School Diploma, Life
WITI-TV, Fox6 - a part of Tribune Media May 2013 - Present
484th Army Band June 2012 - Present
WITI September 2011 - May 2013
144th Army Band November 2006 - June 2012
WIFR - TV November 2009 - September 2011
WGN-TV August 2009 - November 2009
Skills
Storytelling, Live Broadcast, Improvisation, Interviewing Skills, Journalism, Creative Writing, Broadcast, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Social Networking, Editing, Television, Time Management, Self-management, Entertainment, Public Speaking, Live Events, Social Media, TV Production, Producer, Live Performer, Leadership, Saxophone, Music, Photoshop, Research, Media & Entertainment, Broadcast Journalism, TV News Production, News Writing, Social Media Marketing, Video Editing, Non-linear Editing, Video, Multimedia, Live Shots, PR and Communications, Avid, Broadcast Television, Storyboarding, Voice Over, Voice Acting, Voiceovers, Microsoft Office, Photojournalism
Education
Illinois State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communication / Television Production
Illinois State University 2005 — 2009
Minor, Business Administration
Lake Zurich High School 2001 — 2005
High School Diploma, Life
Scott Grodsky Scott Grodsky's WIFR-TV Experience October 2012 - Present
Job Sports Director at WIFRTV
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
WIFR-TV October 2012 - Present
WDAZ-TV May 2011 - October 2012
ESPNU Campus Connection March 2010 - May 2011
CitrusTV August 2007 - May 2011
Skills
ENPS, Broadcast Journalism, Final Cut Pro, Avid, Sports Videography, Storytelling, Sports Anchoring, Sports Reporting, Play by Play, Social Media, Sideline Reporting, Avid iNEWS, Edius, Sports Writing, Broadcast, Sports, Video Production, Play-by-play, Twitter
Education
Syracuse University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Broadcast Journalism
WIFR-TV October 2012 - Present
WDAZ-TV May 2011 - October 2012
ESPNU Campus Connection March 2010 - May 2011
CitrusTV August 2007 - May 2011
Skills
ENPS, Broadcast Journalism, Final Cut Pro, Avid, Sports Videography, Storytelling, Sports Anchoring, Sports Reporting, Play by Play, Social Media, Sideline Reporting, Avid iNEWS, Edius, Sports Writing, Broadcast, Sports, Video Production, Play-by-play, Twitter
Education
Syracuse University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Broadcast Journalism
Eli Gehn's WIFR-TV Experience August 2012 - December 2012
Job Multimedia Journalist at WNDUTV
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
WNDU-TV April 2014 - Present
120 Sports February 2014 - April 2014
WQAD-TV May 2013 - March 2014
NIU Media Services February 2013 - February 2014
NIU Students in Illinois News Broadcasting Association August 2012 - December 2013
Northern Television Center, Northern Illinois University January 2012 - December 2013
Northern Television Center January 2012 - December 2013
WIFR-TV August 2012 - December 2012
Northern Star, Northern Illinois University campus newspaper May 2011 - March 2012
Skills
Sports Writing, Anchoring, Video Editing, News Writing, Editing, Video Production, Photojournalism, Digital Photography, Broadcast, Multimedia, Broadcast Journalism, Producing, Magazines, Sports, Newspapers
Education
Northern Illinois University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Broadcast Journalism
Iowa State University 2008 — 2010
Journalism
WNDU-TV April 2014 - Present
120 Sports February 2014 - April 2014
WQAD-TV May 2013 - March 2014
NIU Media Services February 2013 - February 2014
NIU Students in Illinois News Broadcasting Association August 2012 - December 2013
Northern Television Center, Northern Illinois University January 2012 - December 2013
Northern Television Center January 2012 - December 2013
WIFR-TV August 2012 - December 2012
Northern Star, Northern Illinois University campus newspaper May 2011 - March 2012
Skills
Sports Writing, Anchoring, Video Editing, News Writing, Editing, Video Production, Photojournalism, Digital Photography, Broadcast, Multimedia, Broadcast Journalism, Producing, Magazines, Sports, Newspapers
Education
Northern Illinois University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Broadcast Journalism
Iowa State University 2008 — 2010
Journalism
Jason Lanning Jason Lanning's WIFR-TV Experience January 2001 - January 2003
Job Reporter at Bay News 9
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Bay News 9 January 2003 - Present
www.jasonlanning.com November 2011 - Present
WIFR-TV January 2001 - January 2003
WAOW-TV January 2000 - January 2001
WMAQ-TV January 1999 - January 2000
Skills
News Photography, Video Editing, Web, Broadcast, News Writing, Final Cut Pro, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Breaking News, Video Production, Media Relations, ENPS, Non-linear Editing, Photojournalism, Publicity, Video, Editing, Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, Avid
Education
East West University 1998 — 2000
BA, English/Communications
Bay News 9 January 2003 - Present
www.jasonlanning.com November 2011 - Present
WIFR-TV January 2001 - January 2003
WAOW-TV January 2000 - January 2001
WMAQ-TV January 1999 - January 2000
Skills
News Photography, Video Editing, Web, Broadcast, News Writing, Final Cut Pro, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Breaking News, Video Production, Media Relations, ENPS, Non-linear Editing, Photojournalism, Publicity, Video, Editing, Broadcast Journalism, Journalism, Avid
Education
East West University 1998 — 2000
BA, English/Communications
Thom Benson Thom Benson's WIFR-TV Experience May 1985 - May 1987
Job Communications Manager at Tennessee Aquarium
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Tennessee Aquarium March 2007 - Present
Chattanooga CVB 2007 - Present
WRCB TV 1995 - 2007
KTXS-TV November 1989 - July 2005
WSIL-TV August 1987 - November 1989
WIFR-TV May 1985 - May 1987
CNN 1987 - 1987
Skills
Public Relations, Social Media, Media Relations, Press Releases, Crisis Communications, Copywriting, Strategic Communications, Broadcast, Journalism, Editing, Publicity, Video, Creative Writing, Radio, Community Development, Internal Communications, Marketing, News Writing, New Media, Content Strategy, Television, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Corporate Communications, Publications, Newsletters, Facebook, Advertising, AP Style, Video Production, Marketing Strategy, Photography, Editorial, Web Content, Speech Writing, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Event Planning, Copy Editing, Content Development, Newspapers
Education
Northern Illinois University 1983 — 1987
Tennessee Aquarium March 2007 - Present
Chattanooga CVB 2007 - Present
WRCB TV 1995 - 2007
KTXS-TV November 1989 - July 2005
WSIL-TV August 1987 - November 1989
WIFR-TV May 1985 - May 1987
CNN 1987 - 1987
Skills
Public Relations, Social Media, Media Relations, Press Releases, Crisis Communications, Copywriting, Strategic Communications, Broadcast, Journalism, Editing, Publicity, Video, Creative Writing, Radio, Community Development, Internal Communications, Marketing, News Writing, New Media, Content Strategy, Television, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Corporate Communications, Publications, Newsletters, Facebook, Advertising, AP Style, Video Production, Marketing Strategy, Photography, Editorial, Web Content, Speech Writing, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Event Planning, Copy Editing, Content Development, Newspapers
Education
Northern Illinois University 1983 — 1987
Laura Neuzil Laura Neuzil's WIFR-TV Experience July 2012 - Present
Job Social Media Coordinator at WIFRTV
Industry Online Media
Experience
WIFR-TV July 2012 - Present
Skills
Social Media, Social Media..., Web Content, Facebook, Twitter, Editing, Writing, Research, Communication, Customer Engagement, Social Media Strategy, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, FTP
Education
Kirkwood Community College 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (AA), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
WIFR-TV July 2012 - Present
Skills
Social Media, Social Media..., Web Content, Facebook, Twitter, Editing, Writing, Research, Communication, Customer Engagement, Social Media Strategy, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, FTP
Education
Kirkwood Community College 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (AA), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Courtney Voelz Courtney Voelz's WIFR-TV Experience December 2007 - January 2008
Job Graphic Designer at eShow
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
eShow September 2014 - Present
4 The People of Illinois March 2013 - Present
WIUTV3 August 2008 - December 2009
Summit League TV October 2008 - April 2009
WIFR - TV December 2007 - January 2008
Skills
InDesign, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Word, Avid, Adobe Audition, Research, Teamwork, Social Media, Public Speaking, English, Windows, Event Planning, HTML 5, CSS, Editing
Education
College of DuPage 2013 — 2014
Certificate in web design, Graphic Design
Western Illinois University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism minor: Public Relations/Advertising
eShow September 2014 - Present
4 The People of Illinois March 2013 - Present
WIUTV3 August 2008 - December 2009
Summit League TV October 2008 - April 2009
WIFR - TV December 2007 - January 2008
Skills
InDesign, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Word, Avid, Adobe Audition, Research, Teamwork, Social Media, Public Speaking, English, Windows, Event Planning, HTML 5, CSS, Editing
Education
College of DuPage 2013 — 2014
Certificate in web design, Graphic Design
Western Illinois University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism minor: Public Relations/Advertising
Phil Saken Phil Saken's WIFR-TV Experience July 1999 - September 2000
Job Communications Manager Ohio Region at McDonald's Corporation
Industry Legislative Office
Experience
McDonald's Corporation June 2011 - Present
The Ohio State University January 2009 - June 2011
Ohio House Democratic Caucus May 2007 - January 2009
WBNS 10TV October 2000 - May 2007
WIFR-TV July 1999 - September 2000
FOX News Chicago June 1998 - July 1999
WDAY-TV Fargo and WDAZ-TV Grand Forks September 1998 - December 1998
KTKA Newssource 49 (Topeka, Kansas) March 1997 - June 1997
Skills
Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Crisis Communications, Internal Communications, Public Relations, Television News, Video Production, Speech Writing, Building Relationships, Strategic Planning, Business Communications, Scripting, Legislative Relations, Rapid Response, Media Outreach, Community Outreach, Editing, Broadcast Journalism, Broadcast, News Writing, Video, Social Media, Storytelling, Community Development, Marketing Communications, Politics, Public Speaking
Education
Northwestern University 1994 — 1998
BSJ and MSJ in Journalism, Double Minor in Music Theatre Performance, Sociology
Deerfield High School 1990 — 1994
McDonald's Corporation June 2011 - Present
The Ohio State University January 2009 - June 2011
Ohio House Democratic Caucus May 2007 - January 2009
WBNS 10TV October 2000 - May 2007
WIFR-TV July 1999 - September 2000
FOX News Chicago June 1998 - July 1999
WDAY-TV Fargo and WDAZ-TV Grand Forks September 1998 - December 1998
KTKA Newssource 49 (Topeka, Kansas) March 1997 - June 1997
Skills
Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Crisis Communications, Internal Communications, Public Relations, Television News, Video Production, Speech Writing, Building Relationships, Strategic Planning, Business Communications, Scripting, Legislative Relations, Rapid Response, Media Outreach, Community Outreach, Editing, Broadcast Journalism, Broadcast, News Writing, Video, Social Media, Storytelling, Community Development, Marketing Communications, Politics, Public Speaking
Education
Northwestern University 1994 — 1998
BSJ and MSJ in Journalism, Double Minor in Music Theatre Performance, Sociology
Deerfield High School 1990 — 1994
Justin Ziolkowski Justin Ziolkowski's WIFR-TV Experience June 2009 - January 2012
Job Chicagobased Television freelancer
Industry Media Production
Experience
WFLD-TV Fox 32 August 2014 - Present
WMAQ-TV NBC 5 February 2014 - Present
Comcast Sportsnet Chicago September 2012 - Present
Big Ten Network October 2013 - February 2014
Comcast Sportsnet Chicago August 2013 - February 2014
WDJT CBS 58 December 2012 - February 2014
WREX TV July 2012 - December 2012
WIFR TV June 2009 - January 2012
WSIU-TV August 2006 - May 2008
WTTW-TV June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Audio Engineering, Avid, Avid Newscutter, Breaking News, Camera Operating, File Servers, Final Cut Pro, Graphic Design, Harris Automation, Master Control, Multi-camera Directing, Photoshop, Severe Weather, Sports Videography, Studio Lighting, Television Directing, Video Editing, Video Production, HD Video
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2004 — 2008
Radio-Television, Video Production, Economics
WFLD-TV Fox 32 August 2014 - Present
WMAQ-TV NBC 5 February 2014 - Present
Comcast Sportsnet Chicago September 2012 - Present
Big Ten Network October 2013 - February 2014
Comcast Sportsnet Chicago August 2013 - February 2014
WDJT CBS 58 December 2012 - February 2014
WREX TV July 2012 - December 2012
WIFR TV June 2009 - January 2012
WSIU-TV August 2006 - May 2008
WTTW-TV June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Audio Engineering, Avid, Avid Newscutter, Breaking News, Camera Operating, File Servers, Final Cut Pro, Graphic Design, Harris Automation, Master Control, Multi-camera Directing, Photoshop, Severe Weather, Sports Videography, Studio Lighting, Television Directing, Video Editing, Video Production, HD Video
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2004 — 2008
Radio-Television, Video Production, Economics
Stew Oleson Stew Oleson's WIFR-TV Experience 1992 - 1995
Job TV Host/Producer at Tier One Media
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Tier One Media TV Host & ProducerAffinity Group, Inc.August 2002 - November 2006
RTM Productions May 2000 - July 2002
WDRB-TV September 1998 - May 2000
WDRB Louisville, Kentucky 1998 - 2000
KMAX-TV August 1995 - June 1998
WIFR-TV 1992 - 1995
WIFR-TV, CBS 23, Rockford, IL 1992 - 1995
23 WIFR TV 1992 - 1995
Assistant State's Attorney for Cook County May 1981 - February 1988
Original Comedy Rangers 1977 - 1987
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1978 — 1981
JD, Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1972 — 1976
BS, Journalism
Tier One Media TV Host & ProducerAffinity Group, Inc.August 2002 - November 2006
RTM Productions May 2000 - July 2002
WDRB-TV September 1998 - May 2000
WDRB Louisville, Kentucky 1998 - 2000
KMAX-TV August 1995 - June 1998
WIFR-TV 1992 - 1995
WIFR-TV, CBS 23, Rockford, IL 1992 - 1995
23 WIFR TV 1992 - 1995
Assistant State's Attorney for Cook County May 1981 - February 1988
Original Comedy Rangers 1977 - 1987
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1978 — 1981
JD, Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1972 — 1976
BS, Journalism
Barton Bishoff's WIFR-TV Experience 1996 - 1997
Job Owner/Founder at DoF Media LLC
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
DoF Media LLC November 2010 - Present
Yahoo! September 2005 - March 2011
NBC11 San Francisco February 2000 - September 2005
KLAS TV April 1998 - February 2000
WIFR - TV 1996 - 1997
Skills
Digital Media, New Media, Broadcast, Content Strategy, Video Production, Television, Video, Public Relations, Media Relations, Storytelling, Web Video, Social Media Marketing, Producing, Editing, Documentaries, Journalism, Multimedia, Video Editing, Web Content, Final Cut Pro, Creative Direction, Blogging, Magazines, Content Management, Entertainment, Content Development, Editorial
Education
University of Colorado Denver 1990 — 1994
Music, Music Business and Technology
DoF Media LLC November 2010 - Present
Yahoo! September 2005 - March 2011
NBC11 San Francisco February 2000 - September 2005
KLAS TV April 1998 - February 2000
WIFR - TV 1996 - 1997
Skills
Digital Media, New Media, Broadcast, Content Strategy, Video Production, Television, Video, Public Relations, Media Relations, Storytelling, Web Video, Social Media Marketing, Producing, Editing, Documentaries, Journalism, Multimedia, Video Editing, Web Content, Final Cut Pro, Creative Direction, Blogging, Magazines, Content Management, Entertainment, Content Development, Editorial
Education
University of Colorado Denver 1990 — 1994
Music, Music Business and Technology
Andre Phillips's WIFR-TV Experience August 2015 - Present
Job News Room Intern at WIFR TV
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
WIFR - TV August 2015 - Present
Batavia Access Television May 2015 - August 2015
Northern Star Media January 2015 - August 2015
Walgreens May 2011 - September 2012
2011Central State University August 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Time Management, Management, Analysis, Sales, PowerPoint, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Customer Service, Access, Outlook, Spanish Translation, Final Cut Pro, AP Style
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor's Degree, Organizational Communication, General, Junior
WIFR - TV August 2015 - Present
Batavia Access Television May 2015 - August 2015
Northern Star Media January 2015 - August 2015
Walgreens May 2011 - September 2012
2011Central State University August 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Time Management, Management, Analysis, Sales, PowerPoint, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Customer Service, Access, Outlook, Spanish Translation, Final Cut Pro, AP Style
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor's Degree, Organizational Communication, General, Junior
Briana Collins's WIFR-TV Experience Freelance WriterSense MagazineFebruary 2014 - May 2014
Job Multimedia Journalist
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
WIFR - TV Freelance WriterSense MagazineFebruary 2014 - May 2014
WALA FOX10 NEWS January 2014 - May 2014
Comcast Cable January 2014 - May 2014
Spring Hill College August 2010 - May 2014
Spring Hill College August 2010 - May 2014
McMaster-Carr May 2011 - August 2013
Springhillian January 2013 - May 2013
DeMaira Dance Studios, Inc. October 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Data Entry, Patience, Microsoft Word, InDesign, Quick Study, Journalism, Secretarial Skills, Customer Service, Telephone, Retail Sales, Writing, Communication, Strategic Communications, Italian, Flexibility, Work Ethic
Education
Spring Hill College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Trinity High School 2006 — 2010
WIFR - TV Freelance WriterSense MagazineFebruary 2014 - May 2014
WALA FOX10 NEWS January 2014 - May 2014
Comcast Cable January 2014 - May 2014
Spring Hill College August 2010 - May 2014
Spring Hill College August 2010 - May 2014
McMaster-Carr May 2011 - August 2013
Springhillian January 2013 - May 2013
DeMaira Dance Studios, Inc. October 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Data Entry, Patience, Microsoft Word, InDesign, Quick Study, Journalism, Secretarial Skills, Customer Service, Telephone, Retail Sales, Writing, Communication, Strategic Communications, Italian, Flexibility, Work Ethic
Education
Spring Hill College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Trinity High School 2006 — 2010
Stuart Wahlin Stuart Wahlin's WIFR-TV Experience January 1998 - October 1999
Job Independent Motion Pictures and Film Professional
Industry Motion Pictures and Film
Experience
Vinland CineMusique Motion Pictures January 2011 - Present
(independent) January 1988 - Present
The Rock River Times June 2006 - September 2010
WIFR-TV January 1998 - October 1999
Skills
Film Acting, Writing, Directing, Screenwriter, Voice Acting, Screenwriting, Film Production, Post Production, Acting, Film, Commercials, Comedy, Sketch Comedy, Theatre, Feature Films, Video, Music, Photography, Improvisation, Editing, Documentaries, Video Production, Entertainment, Drama, Short Films, Pre-production, Stage, Final Cut Pro, Independent Film, Casting, Cinematography, Voice Over, Camera, Festivals, Final Draft, Television, Storytelling, Film Finance, Music Videos, Musical Theatre, Film Festivals, HD Video, Script Doctoring, Video Editing, Line Producing, Scripting, Film Editing, Videography, Avid
Education
Northern Illinois University 1990 — 1995
BA, Film and TV Production, Directing
Vinland CineMusique Motion Pictures January 2011 - Present
(independent) January 1988 - Present
The Rock River Times June 2006 - September 2010
WIFR-TV January 1998 - October 1999
Skills
Film Acting, Writing, Directing, Screenwriter, Voice Acting, Screenwriting, Film Production, Post Production, Acting, Film, Commercials, Comedy, Sketch Comedy, Theatre, Feature Films, Video, Music, Photography, Improvisation, Editing, Documentaries, Video Production, Entertainment, Drama, Short Films, Pre-production, Stage, Final Cut Pro, Independent Film, Casting, Cinematography, Voice Over, Camera, Festivals, Final Draft, Television, Storytelling, Film Finance, Music Videos, Musical Theatre, Film Festivals, HD Video, Script Doctoring, Video Editing, Line Producing, Scripting, Film Editing, Videography, Avid
Education
Northern Illinois University 1990 — 1995
BA, Film and TV Production, Directing
Matt Lindner's WIFR-TV Experience March 2006 - November 2006
Job Experienced Writer and Editor, Generating Creative Content and Growing Audiences
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Internet Retailer September 2014 - Present
Self Employed April 2010 - Present
Marketwired April 2013 - April 2014
Tribune Company February 2012 - March 2013
Public Communications Inc. September 2010 - June 2011
KWQC-TV6 August 2007 - March 2010
University of Illinois at Chicago 2009 - 2010
Chicago Rush Arena Football October 2005 - August 2007
WIFR-TV March 2006 - November 2006
Milwaukee Brewers May 2003 - April 2006
Skills
Writing, Social Media, Business Relationship..., Sales, Cold Calling, Communications Strategy, Copywriting, Media Pitching, Blogging, New Business Development, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Journalism, Video Journalism, Community Relations, Sports Marketing, Research, Video Production, Teamwork, SEO, Sales Management, Community Development, Facebook, Jokes, Content Strategy, Editing, Broadcast, Event Management, News Writing, Strategic Communications, Salesforce.com, SaaS, Advertising, Storytelling, Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Feature Articles, Event Planning, Interviews, Newspapers, Public Speaking, Publications, Multimedia, Business Writing, Sports Writing, Copy Editing, Social Networking, Public Relations, Strategic Partnerships, Publicity
Education
University of Miami 2004 — 2005
Master of Arts, Television Broadcast Journalism
Purdue University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Internet Retailer September 2014 - Present
Self Employed April 2010 - Present
Marketwired April 2013 - April 2014
Tribune Company February 2012 - March 2013
Public Communications Inc. September 2010 - June 2011
KWQC-TV6 August 2007 - March 2010
University of Illinois at Chicago 2009 - 2010
Chicago Rush Arena Football October 2005 - August 2007
WIFR-TV March 2006 - November 2006
Milwaukee Brewers May 2003 - April 2006
Skills
Writing, Social Media, Business Relationship..., Sales, Cold Calling, Communications Strategy, Copywriting, Media Pitching, Blogging, New Business Development, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Journalism, Video Journalism, Community Relations, Sports Marketing, Research, Video Production, Teamwork, SEO, Sales Management, Community Development, Facebook, Jokes, Content Strategy, Editing, Broadcast, Event Management, News Writing, Strategic Communications, Salesforce.com, SaaS, Advertising, Storytelling, Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Feature Articles, Event Planning, Interviews, Newspapers, Public Speaking, Publications, Multimedia, Business Writing, Sports Writing, Copy Editing, Social Networking, Public Relations, Strategic Partnerships, Publicity
Education
University of Miami 2004 — 2005
Master of Arts, Television Broadcast Journalism
Purdue University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Erika Mohr Erika Mohr's WIFR-TV Experience August 2008 - March 2011
Job Account Planner at Comcast Spotlight
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Comcast Spotlight October 2014 - Present
Comcast Spotlight June 2011 - November 2014
Flood Pros Water Damage Restoration March 2011 - June 2011
WIFR-TV August 2008 - March 2011
WIFR-TV June 2004 - August 2008
Cumulus Broadcasting June 2000 - June 2004
Skills
Digital Media, Advertising, Radio, Digital Marketing, Sponsorship, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Radio Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Media Buying, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Television, Media Planning, Marketing, Broadcast, Advertising Sales, Newsletters, Online Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Cold Calling, Sales, New Media, Mobile Marketing
Education
Rockford University 1988 — 1993
BS, MIS and Business Management
Comcast Spotlight October 2014 - Present
Comcast Spotlight June 2011 - November 2014
Flood Pros Water Damage Restoration March 2011 - June 2011
WIFR-TV August 2008 - March 2011
WIFR-TV June 2004 - August 2008
Cumulus Broadcasting June 2000 - June 2004
Skills
Digital Media, Advertising, Radio, Digital Marketing, Sponsorship, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Radio Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Media Buying, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Television, Media Planning, Marketing, Broadcast, Advertising Sales, Newsletters, Online Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Cold Calling, Sales, New Media, Mobile Marketing
Education
Rockford University 1988 — 1993
BS, MIS and Business Management
Josh Rubenstein's WIFR-TV Experience 1994 - 1996
Job Communications & Community Relations Professional Chief Meteorologist
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
KCBS June 1996 - Present
VARIOUS CLIENTS January 2010 - Present
Disney 1996 - 1997
KEYT 1996 - 1997
KEYT 1996 - 1997
WIFR-TV 1994 - 1996
WMBD-TV/KZ 93 1993 - 1994
B96 1992 - 1993
Skills
Breaking News, Broadcast, Community Outreach, Documentaries, Public Speaking, Radio, Photographers, Broadcast Journalism, Storytelling, Adobe Audition, Community Service, Editing, News Writing, Edius, ENPS, Private Pilot, Journalism, Public Relations, Field Producing, Broadcast Television, Media Relations, Avid Newscutter, Video Production, Television, Non-linear Editing, Radio Host, Radio Broadcasting, Television News, Avid, Social Networking, Creative Writing, Social Media, Copy Editing, Investigative Reporting, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Radio Producing, Video, Still Photographer, Producing, Final Cut Pro, Crisis Communications, public policy, program design, new business development, new media, Video Editing, Digital Media, Writing, New Media
Education
California State University-Northridge 2009 — 2012
MPA, Public Administration
Mississippi State University 1999 — 2001
BMP, Broadcast Meteorology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1989 — 1993
BA, Communications
Highland Park High School 1985 — 1989
KCBS June 1996 - Present
VARIOUS CLIENTS January 2010 - Present
Disney 1996 - 1997
KEYT 1996 - 1997
KEYT 1996 - 1997
WIFR-TV 1994 - 1996
WMBD-TV/KZ 93 1993 - 1994
B96 1992 - 1993
Skills
Breaking News, Broadcast, Community Outreach, Documentaries, Public Speaking, Radio, Photographers, Broadcast Journalism, Storytelling, Adobe Audition, Community Service, Editing, News Writing, Edius, ENPS, Private Pilot, Journalism, Public Relations, Field Producing, Broadcast Television, Media Relations, Avid Newscutter, Video Production, Television, Non-linear Editing, Radio Host, Radio Broadcasting, Television News, Avid, Social Networking, Creative Writing, Social Media, Copy Editing, Investigative Reporting, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Radio Producing, Video, Still Photographer, Producing, Final Cut Pro, Crisis Communications, public policy, program design, new business development, new media, Video Editing, Digital Media, Writing, New Media
Education
California State University-Northridge 2009 — 2012
MPA, Public Administration
Mississippi State University 1999 — 2001
BMP, Broadcast Meteorology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1989 — 1993
BA, Communications
Highland Park High School 1985 — 1989
Amy Blommer Amy Blommer's WIFR-TV Experience July 2003 - May 2004
Job Filmmaker
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Amy Blommer Productions May 2011 - Present
WQAD-TV August 2009 - September 2010
Fox Sports Bay Area May 2004 - July 2009
WIFR - TV July 2003 - May 2004
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, PowerPoint, Sales, Leadership, Training, Photoshop, Broadcast, Video Production
Education
Northern Illinois University 2001 — 2003
Master’s Degree, Communication and Media Studies
Augustana College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communications and Spanish
Amy Blommer Productions May 2011 - Present
WQAD-TV August 2009 - September 2010
Fox Sports Bay Area May 2004 - July 2009
WIFR - TV July 2003 - May 2004
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, PowerPoint, Sales, Leadership, Training, Photoshop, Broadcast, Video Production
Education
Northern Illinois University 2001 — 2003
Master’s Degree, Communication and Media Studies
Augustana College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communications and Spanish
Amanda DeVoe, M.A. Amanda DeVoe, M.A.'s WIFR-TV Experience October 2014 - Present
Job Reporter at WIFRTV
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
WIFR-TV October 2014 - Present
WSOC-TV September 2012 - December 2012
NBC News Channel July 2012 - December 2012
CBS Radio News September 2012 - September 2012
KB's Mission for HOPE June 2012 - August 2012
Bella Boca Public Relations & Events May 2012 - August 2012
Travel Channel's Man v. Food Nation November 2011 - November 2011
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Public Relations, Social Media, Television, Video Editing, Social Networking, Event Planning, News Writing, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Research, Storytelling, Media Relations, Editing, Journalism
Education
DePaul University 2013 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Journalism
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication Studies
Fayetteville State University 2009 — 2011
Mass Communication
WIFR-TV October 2014 - Present
WSOC-TV September 2012 - December 2012
NBC News Channel July 2012 - December 2012
CBS Radio News September 2012 - September 2012
KB's Mission for HOPE June 2012 - August 2012
Bella Boca Public Relations & Events May 2012 - August 2012
Travel Channel's Man v. Food Nation November 2011 - November 2011
Skills
Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Public Relations, Social Media, Television, Video Editing, Social Networking, Event Planning, News Writing, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Research, Storytelling, Media Relations, Editing, Journalism
Education
DePaul University 2013 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Journalism
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication Studies
Fayetteville State University 2009 — 2011
Mass Communication
Jessica Geraci Jessica Geraci's WIFR-TV Experience September 2011 - February 2015
Job Producer at WISNTV
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
WISN-TV March 2015 - Present
WIFR-TV September 2011 - February 2015
WREX-TV February 2011 - September 2011
WQAD-TV October 2010 - January 2011
Skills
Hard News Reporting, Broadcast Journalism, Breaking News, News Writing, Video Journalism, Video Editing, Avid Newscutter, AP Style, Broadcast, ENPS, Broadcast Television, Avid, Storytelling, Adobe Audition, Television Producing, News Producing, Field Producing, Multimedia, Radio, Camera, Journalism, News Production
Education
Loyola University Chicago 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
Loyola Univesity Chicago John Felice Rome Center 2007 — 2008
WISN-TV March 2015 - Present
WIFR-TV September 2011 - February 2015
WREX-TV February 2011 - September 2011
WQAD-TV October 2010 - January 2011
Skills
Hard News Reporting, Broadcast Journalism, Breaking News, News Writing, Video Journalism, Video Editing, Avid Newscutter, AP Style, Broadcast, ENPS, Broadcast Television, Avid, Storytelling, Adobe Audition, Television Producing, News Producing, Field Producing, Multimedia, Radio, Camera, Journalism, News Production
Education
Loyola University Chicago 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
Loyola Univesity Chicago John Felice Rome Center 2007 — 2008
Lisa (Varboncoeur) Paine Lisa (Varboncoeur) Paine's WIFR-TV Experience March 1999 - December 2008
Job Computer Systems tech
Industry Computer Networking
Experience
self-employed January 2009 - Present
E.D. Etnyre October 2011 - June 2012
WIFR-TV March 1999 - December 2008
Warhawk Hobbies August 1999 - November 2002
Lechter's Housewares October 1995 - March 1999
Skills
Customer Service, Operations Management, Team Building, Engineering, Inventory Control, Management, Shipping, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Cashiering, Logistics, Sales, Telephone Skills, Troubleshooting
Education
Rock Valley College 2014 — 2016
Associate's Degree, IT & Networking
Rock Valley College 1993 — 1995
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Music, Electronic Engineering
self-employed January 2009 - Present
E.D. Etnyre October 2011 - June 2012
WIFR-TV March 1999 - December 2008
Warhawk Hobbies August 1999 - November 2002
Lechter's Housewares October 1995 - March 1999
Skills
Customer Service, Operations Management, Team Building, Engineering, Inventory Control, Management, Shipping, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Cashiering, Logistics, Sales, Telephone Skills, Troubleshooting
Education
Rock Valley College 2014 — 2016
Associate's Degree, IT & Networking
Rock Valley College 1993 — 1995
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Music, Electronic Engineering
Ericka E. Wilson's WIFR-TV Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Line Producer at The Northern Television Center
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Northern Television Center August 2015 - Present
Northern Illinois University August 2015 - Present
WIFR - TV September 2015 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists, Northern Illinois University July 2014 - Present
First Year and Second Year Experience August 2013 - Present
Northern Illinois University August 2011 - Present
EXACT Publicity Sports Management Entertainment May 2015 - July 2015
National Association of Black Journalists 2011 - 2015
National Association of Black Journalists 2011 - 2015
National Association of Black Journalists 2011 - 2015
Skills
Social Media, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, Sony Vegas Video, Adobe Acrobat, Blogging, ABBYY FineReader, Public Speaking, Leadership, Advertising, Facebook, Journalism, News Writing, Organization, Interviews, Fundraising, Training, Event Planning, Final Cut Pro, Social Networking, Video Editing, Research, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Adobe Creative Suite, Time Management, Copywriting, PowerPoint, Editing, Customer Service, Edius, Avid Media Composer
Education
Northern Illinois University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Broadcast Journalism, Senior
Holy Trinity High School 2007 — 2011
High School Diploma, 9th-12th
Northern Television Center August 2015 - Present
Northern Illinois University August 2015 - Present
WIFR - TV September 2015 - Present
National Association of Black Journalists, Northern Illinois University July 2014 - Present
First Year and Second Year Experience August 2013 - Present
Northern Illinois University August 2011 - Present
EXACT Publicity Sports Management Entertainment May 2015 - July 2015
National Association of Black Journalists 2011 - 2015
National Association of Black Journalists 2011 - 2015
National Association of Black Journalists 2011 - 2015
Skills
Social Media, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, Sony Vegas Video, Adobe Acrobat, Blogging, ABBYY FineReader, Public Speaking, Leadership, Advertising, Facebook, Journalism, News Writing, Organization, Interviews, Fundraising, Training, Event Planning, Final Cut Pro, Social Networking, Video Editing, Research, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Adobe Creative Suite, Time Management, Copywriting, PowerPoint, Editing, Customer Service, Edius, Avid Media Composer
Education
Northern Illinois University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Broadcast Journalism, Senior
Holy Trinity High School 2007 — 2011
High School Diploma, 9th-12th
Ashley Wilke's WIFR-TV Experience September 2013 - December 2013
Job Model, Actress and Host
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Nissan; Productions-Plus July 2014 - Present
Jennifer's Talent 2013 - Present
Lori Lins Ltd 2013 - Present
Lily's Talent Agency 2012 - Present
John Cieser's Republic April 2014 - July 2014
SportsTownChicago June 2013 - June 2014
Chicago 3 Media March 2014 - April 2014
WIFR - TV September 2013 - December 2013
Gone to the Dogs 2010 - 2013
Skills
Entertainment, Modeling, Acting, Radio, Spokesperson, Voice Over, Final Cut Pro, Public Speaking, Product Spokesperson, Broadcast, Television, Commercials, Video Editing, Animal Welfare, Film, Broadcast Television, Music, Voice Acting, Casting, Film Production, Reality, Video, Audio Editing, Performing Arts, Music Production, Dance, Emcee, Feature Films, Teleprompter, Final Cut Studio, Hosting Events, On-air Hosting, Reality TV
Education
Illinois Center for Broadcasting-Lombard Campus 2013 — 2014
Television and Radio Broadcasting, Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, 3.9
Nissan; Productions-Plus July 2014 - Present
Jennifer's Talent 2013 - Present
Lori Lins Ltd 2013 - Present
Lily's Talent Agency 2012 - Present
John Cieser's Republic April 2014 - July 2014
SportsTownChicago June 2013 - June 2014
Chicago 3 Media March 2014 - April 2014
WIFR - TV September 2013 - December 2013
Gone to the Dogs 2010 - 2013
Skills
Entertainment, Modeling, Acting, Radio, Spokesperson, Voice Over, Final Cut Pro, Public Speaking, Product Spokesperson, Broadcast, Television, Commercials, Video Editing, Animal Welfare, Film, Broadcast Television, Music, Voice Acting, Casting, Film Production, Reality, Video, Audio Editing, Performing Arts, Music Production, Dance, Emcee, Feature Films, Teleprompter, Final Cut Studio, Hosting Events, On-air Hosting, Reality TV
Education
Illinois Center for Broadcasting-Lombard Campus 2013 — 2014
Television and Radio Broadcasting, Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, 3.9
Greg Janssen Greg Janssen's WIFR-TV Experience 1989 - 1993
Job Rocket Fuel's Emerging Product Strategy and Mobile Lead, Central
Industry Wireless
Experience
Rocket Fuel Inc. October 2013 - Present
Critical Mass January 2012 - October 2013
Walgreens November 2010 - January 2012
Sears Holdings Corporation March 2009 - December 2010
Vibes Media 2007 - 2009
ShopLocal.com (CrossMedia Services) 2004 - 2007
Tribune Company 2000 - 2004
Tribune - CLTV 1995 - 1998
WIFR-TV 1989 - 1993
McDonald's Corporation 1985 - 1987
Skills
Mobile Applications, Mobile Technology, Mobile Media, Mobile Marketing, Mobile Devices, Digital Strategy, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, E-commerce, Mobile Advertising, User Experience, Interactive Marketing, Online Advertising, Analytics, Product Management, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Internet, Web Analytics, New Media, Content Strategy, Agile Methodologies, Strategy, CRM, Start-ups, Product Development, Integration, Multi-channel Marketing, Business Development, Mobile Strategy, Omniture, Information Architecture, Strategic Partnerships, Mobile Commerce, SEM, Online Marketing, Marketing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - College of Business 2005 — 2007
MBA
Columbia College Chicago 1991 — 1993
BA
Rock Valley College 1987 — 1990
AA
Rocket Fuel Inc. October 2013 - Present
Critical Mass January 2012 - October 2013
Walgreens November 2010 - January 2012
Sears Holdings Corporation March 2009 - December 2010
Vibes Media 2007 - 2009
ShopLocal.com (CrossMedia Services) 2004 - 2007
Tribune Company 2000 - 2004
Tribune - CLTV 1995 - 1998
WIFR-TV 1989 - 1993
McDonald's Corporation 1985 - 1987
Skills
Mobile Applications, Mobile Technology, Mobile Media, Mobile Marketing, Mobile Devices, Digital Strategy, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, E-commerce, Mobile Advertising, User Experience, Interactive Marketing, Online Advertising, Analytics, Product Management, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Internet, Web Analytics, New Media, Content Strategy, Agile Methodologies, Strategy, CRM, Start-ups, Product Development, Integration, Multi-channel Marketing, Business Development, Mobile Strategy, Omniture, Information Architecture, Strategic Partnerships, Mobile Commerce, SEM, Online Marketing, Marketing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - College of Business 2005 — 2007
MBA
Columbia College Chicago 1991 — 1993
BA
Rock Valley College 1987 — 1990
AA
Gregg Henness Gregg Henness's WIFR-TV Experience June 1989 - September 1993
Job Video Producer at Human Kinetics
Industry Publishing
Experience
Human Kinetics August 2006 - Present
WCIA-TV August 2005 - August 2006
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign April 2004 - August 2005
WCIA-TV September 1993 - April 2004
WIFR-TV June 1989 - September 1993
Skills
Video Editing, Videography, Video Production, Broadcast, Avid, Video, Editing, Publishing, Television, Final Cut Pro, Videographer, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Social Media, Multimedia, New Media
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1984 — 1988
B.A., Speech Communications
Human Kinetics August 2006 - Present
WCIA-TV August 2005 - August 2006
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign April 2004 - August 2005
WCIA-TV September 1993 - April 2004
WIFR-TV June 1989 - September 1993
Skills
Video Editing, Videography, Video Production, Broadcast, Avid, Video, Editing, Publishing, Television, Final Cut Pro, Videographer, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Social Media, Multimedia, New Media
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1984 — 1988
B.A., Speech Communications
Len Lennergard Len Lennergard's WIFR-TV Experience February 1983 - August 1989
Job Media Production Manager at Northern Illinois University
Industry Media Production
Experience
Media Services at Northern Illinois University October 2006 - Present
Lennergard Video January 1989 - Present
Media Services at Northern Illinois University October 2001 - October 2006
Media Services at Northern Illinois University April 2000 - October 2001
WIFR-TV February 1983 - August 1989
Skills
Video, Video Editing, Video Production, Editing, Avid, Media Production, Photography, Graphic Design, Videography, Camera, After Effects, Non-linear Editing
Education
Northern Illinois University 2007 — 2014
Master's of Science in Education (MSEd), Instructional Technology
Illinois State University 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Science (BS), Communications
Media Services at Northern Illinois University October 2006 - Present
Lennergard Video January 1989 - Present
Media Services at Northern Illinois University October 2001 - October 2006
Media Services at Northern Illinois University April 2000 - October 2001
WIFR-TV February 1983 - August 1989
Skills
Video, Video Editing, Video Production, Editing, Avid, Media Production, Photography, Graphic Design, Videography, Camera, After Effects, Non-linear Editing
Education
Northern Illinois University 2007 — 2014
Master's of Science in Education (MSEd), Instructional Technology
Illinois State University 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Science (BS), Communications
Kyle Kiel Kyle Kiel's WIFR-TV Experience January 2013 - April 2013
Job Meteorologist at KWWL
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
KWWL June 2015 - Present
WHBF-TV April 2013 - June 2015
Northern Illinois University Cooperative Weather Station September 2012 - May 2013
Northern Star Newspaper March 2012 - May 2013
WIFR-TV January 2013 - April 2013
Checkers Drive In Restaurants August 2007 - March 2013
Northern Television Center September 2011 - February 2013
WQAD-TV May 2012 - August 2012
WQAD-TV January 2010 - July 2011
Skills
Broadcast, Meteorology, Television, Weather Central, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Forecasting, Video, Final Cut Pro, Weather, Editing, Severe Weather, Storytelling, Videography, Fusion Studio, 3D Live, Fusion Rundown, ESP: Live, NewsKing, Adobe Premiere, News, Communication, iNews, Avid Newscutter, Social Media, Social Networking, Facebook
Education
Northern Illinois University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Meteorology
Black Hawk College 2009 — 2011
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Moline High School 2005 — 2009
KWWL June 2015 - Present
WHBF-TV April 2013 - June 2015
Northern Illinois University Cooperative Weather Station September 2012 - May 2013
Northern Star Newspaper March 2012 - May 2013
WIFR-TV January 2013 - April 2013
Checkers Drive In Restaurants August 2007 - March 2013
Northern Television Center September 2011 - February 2013
WQAD-TV May 2012 - August 2012
WQAD-TV January 2010 - July 2011
Skills
Broadcast, Meteorology, Television, Weather Central, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Forecasting, Video, Final Cut Pro, Weather, Editing, Severe Weather, Storytelling, Videography, Fusion Studio, 3D Live, Fusion Rundown, ESP: Live, NewsKing, Adobe Premiere, News, Communication, iNews, Avid Newscutter, Social Media, Social Networking, Facebook
Education
Northern Illinois University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Meteorology
Black Hawk College 2009 — 2011
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Moline High School 2005 — 2009
Stephen Garman Stephen Garman's WIFR-TV Experience 1979 - 1985
Job Senior Media Consultant at KKTV 11 News
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
KKTV 11 News June 2007 - Present
American Diabetes Association 2011 - 2012
WHBF-TV 2006 - 2007
WHBF-TV July 2003 - June 2006
WIFR TV 1979 - 1985
Skills
Media Relations, Social Media, Fundraising, Press Releases, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Video, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Non-profits, Training, Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations, Nonprofits
Education
Northern Illinois University 1971 — 1972
Journalism
Rock Valley College 1969 — 1970
KKTV 11 News June 2007 - Present
American Diabetes Association 2011 - 2012
WHBF-TV 2006 - 2007
WHBF-TV July 2003 - June 2006
WIFR TV 1979 - 1985
Skills
Media Relations, Social Media, Fundraising, Press Releases, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Video, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Non-profits, Training, Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations, Nonprofits
Education
Northern Illinois University 1971 — 1972
Journalism
Rock Valley College 1969 — 1970
Richard Moy's WIFR-TV Experience June 1993 - March 1995
Job Content Producer at NBC Universal
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
NBC Universal 2009 - Present
National Broadcasting Company January 2000 - August 2009
Fox Broadcasting January 1997 - May 2003
Tribune Broadcasting 1994 - 1997
WIFR TV June 1993 - March 1995
Skills
Video, Editing, Video Production, Television, Broadcast Television, Video Editing, New Media, Facebook, Camera, Broadcast, Social Media, Journalism, Final Cut Pro, Non-linear Editing, Breaking News, Producing, Broadcast Journalism
Education
Northern Illinois University 1989 — 1993
communications
Midwest Christian Academy
NBC Universal 2009 - Present
National Broadcasting Company January 2000 - August 2009
Fox Broadcasting January 1997 - May 2003
Tribune Broadcasting 1994 - 1997
WIFR TV June 1993 - March 1995
Skills
Video, Editing, Video Production, Television, Broadcast Television, Video Editing, New Media, Facebook, Camera, Broadcast, Social Media, Journalism, Final Cut Pro, Non-linear Editing, Breaking News, Producing, Broadcast Journalism
Education
Northern Illinois University 1989 — 1993
communications
Midwest Christian Academy
Maggie Hradecky's WIFR-TV Experience 1994 - 1996
Job Community Content Manager, GateHouse Media
Industry Newspapers
Experience
GateHouse Media May 2012 - June 2014
WTVO-TV Channel 17 April 2011 - May 2012
WREX-TV November 1996 - February 2011
WIFR-TV 1994 - 1996
WFLD - Fox Chicago December 1992 - March 1994
WBTV Charlotte June 1991 - November 1992
WCIA-TV May 1990 - February 1991
Education
Illinois State University 1986 — 1990
BS
GateHouse Media May 2012 - June 2014
WTVO-TV Channel 17 April 2011 - May 2012
WREX-TV November 1996 - February 2011
WIFR-TV 1994 - 1996
WFLD - Fox Chicago December 1992 - March 1994
WBTV Charlotte June 1991 - November 1992
WCIA-TV May 1990 - February 1991
Education
Illinois State University 1986 — 1990
BS
Eileen Einsfeld's WIFR-TV Experience March 2002 - December 2004
Job Production Instructor at YMCA of Greater Indianapolis
Industry Media Production
Experience
YMCA of Greater Indianapolis 2010 - Present
Comcast Spotlight May 2005 - December 2009
WIFR - TV March 2002 - December 2004
Skills
Television, Digital Media, Advertising, Video Production, Broadcast, Final Cut Pro, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Radio, New Media, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Video, Video Editing
Education
Purdue University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's Degree, Radio, Television, and Digital Communication
YMCA of Greater Indianapolis 2010 - Present
Comcast Spotlight May 2005 - December 2009
WIFR - TV March 2002 - December 2004
Skills
Television, Digital Media, Advertising, Video Production, Broadcast, Final Cut Pro, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Radio, New Media, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Video, Video Editing
Education
Purdue University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's Degree, Radio, Television, and Digital Communication
Carrie Manders's WIFR-TV Experience May 1998 - October 2000
Job Director, System Public Relations & Corporate Communications at Spectrum Health
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Spectrum Health January 2013 - Present
Spectrum Health April 2011 - January 2013
Spectrum Health 2006 - May 2011
WZZM 13 2003 - 2006
University of Michigan Health System 2001 - 2003
WILX-TV 2000 - 2001
WIFR-TV May 1998 - October 2000
Skills
Crisis Communications, Copywriting, Healthcare, Social Media, Media Relations, Non-profits, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Newsletters, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Internal Communications, Social Media Marketing, Healthcare Management, Speech Writing, Advertising
Education
Wayne State University 1997 — 2001
M.A., Journalism
University of Michigan 1991 — 1995
B.A., Communications, Political Science
Spectrum Health January 2013 - Present
Spectrum Health April 2011 - January 2013
Spectrum Health 2006 - May 2011
WZZM 13 2003 - 2006
University of Michigan Health System 2001 - 2003
WILX-TV 2000 - 2001
WIFR-TV May 1998 - October 2000
Skills
Crisis Communications, Copywriting, Healthcare, Social Media, Media Relations, Non-profits, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Newsletters, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Internal Communications, Social Media Marketing, Healthcare Management, Speech Writing, Advertising
Education
Wayne State University 1997 — 2001
M.A., Journalism
University of Michigan 1991 — 1995
B.A., Communications, Political Science
Robert Hochstein's WIFR-TV Experience November 2004 - June 2005
Job Public Service Representative at Illinois Secretary of State
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Illinois Secretary of State May 2012 - Present
Saint Anthony Medical Center January 2009 - May 2012
Klehm Arboretum July 2008 - November 2008
Rockford Register Star November 2006 - July 2008
Tom's General Labor Service July 2005 - November 2006
WIFR-TV November 2004 - June 2005
WREX TV May 2002 - November 2004
Cumulus Broadcasting February 2002 - May 2003
Loves Park Fire Dept 1995 - 1999
Skills
Video Production, Video Editing, Audio Mixing, Customer Service, State Government, Editing, Broadcast, Government Services, Video, Producing, Public Relations, Facebook, Social Networking, Storytelling
Education
Rock Valley College 2011 — 2014
Harlem High School 1991 — 1995
H.S. Diploma, General Studies
Harlem High School Machesney
High School Diploma, General studies
Rock Valley College
Illinois Secretary of State May 2012 - Present
Saint Anthony Medical Center January 2009 - May 2012
Klehm Arboretum July 2008 - November 2008
Rockford Register Star November 2006 - July 2008
Tom's General Labor Service July 2005 - November 2006
WIFR-TV November 2004 - June 2005
WREX TV May 2002 - November 2004
Cumulus Broadcasting February 2002 - May 2003
Loves Park Fire Dept 1995 - 1999
Skills
Video Production, Video Editing, Audio Mixing, Customer Service, State Government, Editing, Broadcast, Government Services, Video, Producing, Public Relations, Facebook, Social Networking, Storytelling
Education
Rock Valley College 2011 — 2014
Harlem High School 1991 — 1995
H.S. Diploma, General Studies
Harlem High School Machesney
High School Diploma, General studies
Rock Valley College
Mike Beier's WIFR-TV Experience May 2014 - Present
Job Reporter/Multimedia Journalist for WIFRTV/Country Music DJ for Townsquare Media
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
WIFR - TV May 2014 - Present
Townsquare Media August 2013 - Present
Region Sports Network July 2012 - July 2013
Skills
On-air Announcing, On-air Experience, On-air Reporting, Journalism, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Cool Edit, Adobe Audition, Avid, Promo Suite, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Editing, Radio Production, Video Production, Sound Board Operation, Digital Production, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Social Media, Social Networking, Avid iNEWS
Education
Lewis University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism
Lewis University
Bachelor's degree, Broadcast Journalism
WIFR - TV May 2014 - Present
Townsquare Media August 2013 - Present
Region Sports Network July 2012 - July 2013
Skills
On-air Announcing, On-air Experience, On-air Reporting, Journalism, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Cool Edit, Adobe Audition, Avid, Promo Suite, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Editing, Radio Production, Video Production, Sound Board Operation, Digital Production, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Social Media, Social Networking, Avid iNEWS
Education
Lewis University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism
Lewis University
Bachelor's degree, Broadcast Journalism
Rod Leezer's WIFR-TV Experience September 1989 - September 1991
Job VP Financial Advisor at RBC Wealth Management
Industry Financial Services
Experience
RBC Wealth Management June 2007 - Present
Wachovia Securities,LLC September 1991 - June 2007
WIFR- TV September 1989 - September 1991
WTVO-TV Broadcasting January 1972 - August 1989
Skills
Retirement Planning &..., Series 7, Wealth Management, Asset Allocation, Portfolio Management, Investments, Tax deferred Annuities
Education
Northern Illinois University 1970 — 1972
BS, Business, Marketing, Communication
RBC Wealth Management June 2007 - Present
Wachovia Securities,LLC September 1991 - June 2007
WIFR- TV September 1989 - September 1991
WTVO-TV Broadcasting January 1972 - August 1989
Skills
Retirement Planning &..., Series 7, Wealth Management, Asset Allocation, Portfolio Management, Investments, Tax deferred Annuities
Education
Northern Illinois University 1970 — 1972
BS, Business, Marketing, Communication
Rick Gall's WIFR-TV Experience 1987 - 1988
Job News Director at WRALTV
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
WRAL-TV January 2005 - Present
WLOS-TV 1992 - 1995
WNEP-TV 1988 - 1992
WIFR-TV 1987 - 1988
Education
American University 1986 — 1987
Master of Arts (M.A.), Broadcast Journalism & Public Affairs
Marquette University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism, Broadcast Communication, and Spanish
WRAL-TV January 2005 - Present
WLOS-TV 1992 - 1995
WNEP-TV 1988 - 1992
WIFR-TV 1987 - 1988
Education
American University 1986 — 1987
Master of Arts (M.A.), Broadcast Journalism & Public Affairs
Marquette University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism, Broadcast Communication, and Spanish
Mimi Murphy's WIFR-TV Experience May 1993 - October 2006
Job News Anchor
Industry Media Production
Experience
WTVO-TV Channel 17 June 2010 - Present
Pfizer February 2006 - March 2010
WIFR - TV May 1993 - October 2006
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications
WTVO-TV Channel 17 June 2010 - Present
Pfizer February 2006 - March 2010
WIFR - TV May 1993 - October 2006
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications
Debbie Boton's WIFR-TV Experience June 1979 - September 1980
Job Mktg Asst at Waldmann Lighting
Industry Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Experience
Waldmann Lighting 1998 - Present
WDCA-TV May 1983 - December 1987
J. Walter Thompson September 1980 - September 1982
WIFR-TV June 1979 - September 1980
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor's degree, Speech Comm: Radio/TV/Film
Waldmann Lighting 1998 - Present
WDCA-TV May 1983 - December 1987
J. Walter Thompson September 1980 - September 1982
WIFR-TV June 1979 - September 1980
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor's degree, Speech Comm: Radio/TV/Film
Shannon I. Smith's WIFR-TV Experience July 2012 - Present
Job MultiMedia Journalist
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Fox 42 KPTM September 2014 - Present
WIFR-TV July 2012 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign, University Housing August 2010 - May 2012
WCIA-TV May 2011 - August 2011
Daily Illini May 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Broadcast, Interviews, Customer Service, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Editing, Public Relations, Program Management, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Multimedia, Creative Writing, New Media, Television, Video, Web Content, Facebook, Blogging
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Broadcast Journalism
Morgan Park High School 2004 — 2008
Fox 42 KPTM September 2014 - Present
WIFR-TV July 2012 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign, University Housing August 2010 - May 2012
WCIA-TV May 2011 - August 2011
Daily Illini May 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Broadcast, Interviews, Customer Service, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Editing, Public Relations, Program Management, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Multimedia, Creative Writing, New Media, Television, Video, Web Content, Facebook, Blogging
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Broadcast Journalism
Morgan Park High School 2004 — 2008
Boggs Valerie's WIFR-TV Experience August 1980 - December 1984
Job Administrative Support/Realtor at The Realty Group of South Central Wisc, LLC
Industry Real Estate
Experience
The Realty Group of South Central Wisc, LLC July 2008 - Present
Suzy Lawton Real Estate 2002 - 2008
Beloit College July 1985 - September 1989
WIFR-TV August 1980 - December 1984
Skills
Foreclosures, First Time Home Buyers, Single Family Homes, Short Sales, Condos, Referrals, Real Estate Transactions, Sellers, Buyer Representation, Listings, Buyers, Move Up Buyers, Rentals, New Home Sales, REO, Seniors, Real Property, Relocation, Residential Homes, Investors
Education
Taylor University 1978 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Theatre Arts
Beloit Memorial High School
Univ of Wisconsin, Rock County
Liberal Arts
The Realty Group of South Central Wisc, LLC July 2008 - Present
Suzy Lawton Real Estate 2002 - 2008
Beloit College July 1985 - September 1989
WIFR-TV August 1980 - December 1984
Skills
Foreclosures, First Time Home Buyers, Single Family Homes, Short Sales, Condos, Referrals, Real Estate Transactions, Sellers, Buyer Representation, Listings, Buyers, Move Up Buyers, Rentals, New Home Sales, REO, Seniors, Real Property, Relocation, Residential Homes, Investors
Education
Taylor University 1978 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Theatre Arts
Beloit Memorial High School
Univ of Wisconsin, Rock County
Liberal Arts
Mike Brunette's WIFR-TV Experience July 1991 - Present
Job Technical media producer at WIFR TV
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
WIFR TV July 1991 - Present
WFPS Radio 1984 - 1991
Skills
Broadcast
Education
Western Illinois University 1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass communications/broadcasting
Highland Community College 1983 — 1985
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
WIFR TV July 1991 - Present
WFPS Radio 1984 - 1991
Skills
Broadcast
Education
Western Illinois University 1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass communications/broadcasting
Highland Community College 1983 — 1985
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
KOMU-TV
WHDH-TV
WGN-TV
WJLA-TV
WSB-TV
WFAA-TV
Thirteen/WNET
WUSA-TV