Management Objective

Paul P. Bestgen

**** *. ***** *** #30-605-***-**** (c)

Sioux Falls, SD 57106

*********@*******.***

Career Objective

My career objective is to continue strengthening my career and

personal goals while acquiring stronger communication and

leadership skills that will assist me in continuing to develop to

my full potential.

Education

. South Dakota State University 2001-2005

. Mass Communications (B.A.)

. 3.4 GPA

Employment History

Dec. 2007-Current

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation Strategic Account Specialist

3900 W. Innovative St.

Sioux Falls, SD 57107

. Responsible for maintaining strong relationships with current

internet customers through account management leading to retention.

. Responsible for understanding contractual documents and effectively

communicating information to customers as needed.

. Display strong written and verbal communication skills in serving

as a liaison between the hotel and internal departments to ensure

that issues are resolved in a timely manner.

Aug. 2007-Dec. 2007

KSFY-TV News Producer

300 N. Dakota Ave. Suite 100

Sioux Falls, SD 57104

. Responsible for managing a newscast on a daily basis, focusing on

story placement, leadership and critical decision making to

construct an accurate newscast.

. Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills while

writing fact-filled stories and supervising reporters when

producing each newscast.

. Demonstrate excellent time management, staff management, and

organizational skills while following a tight deadline in a high

stress environment.

Dec. 2006- June 2007

KDLT-TV Executive Producer

3600 S. Westport Ave.

Sioux Falls, SD 57106

. Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills while

constructing effective newscasts.

. Demonstrate strong time management and multi-tasking skills

while under strict deadlines.

. Display excellent organizational and leadership skills while

managing a team of reporters and news anchors.

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