Woodbridge, VA *****
ac7jl5@r.postjobfree.com
Kevon Robinson
SUMMARY
Highly ambitious college graduate with background in live video & audio operating, editing, radio broadcasting, advertising, and journalism. Expertise in public speaking and customer service with accelerated communication skills. Personable interviewer dedicated to meticulous fact checking and thorough research. Leverages social media tools and technology to bring the news to a broader audience.
EXPERIENCE
Oath - Live Video Operator
May 2018 - PRESENT
●Work in conjunction with ESPN to ensure that the WatchEspn and ESPN app and the games on those apps are running smoothly by:
- Review event scheduling application and report event activities through standard office software
- Begin, End and Insert commercial breaks into live programming
- Clearly communicate all activities with the source venue control room
- Support the production process in standard continuity checks, audio-video sync and closed captioning presence
●Creating social projects for website to bring in more traffic.
Outback Steakhouse, Woodbridge, VA Server
Nov 2015 - PRESENT
●Write patrons’ food orders on order slips, memorize orders, or enter orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff.
●Assist host or hostess by answering phones to take reservations or to-go orders, and by greeting, seating, and thanking guests.
WODU Studios, Norfolk, VA Audio Engineer/On-Air Personality
Oct 2015 - Dec 2017
●Convert video and audio recordings into digital formats for editing or archiving.
●Prepare for recording sessions by performing activities such as selecting and setting up microphones.
●Edit voices, music, and taped sound effects for live broadcasting using soundboards.
●Operated ad runs for campus radio shows
●Interview show guests about their lives, their work, or topics of current interest.
●Edited .mp3 files using Audacity for clean airplay
Old Dominion University Athletics, Norfolk, VA In-Game Host
Oct 2016 - Mar 2017
●Coordinated with Director of Marketing & Promotions for live show layouts prior to every game.
●Engaged fans during promotions that occured during game breaks
●Delivered live advertising reads on the video board.
●Helped facilitate all of Old Dominion University’s sponsorship1 activation for entire season.
Food Lion, Virginia Beach, VA Customer Service Associate/Cashier
Aug 2015 - Sept 2016
●Process merchandise returns and exchanges.
●Assist customers by providing information and resolving their complaints.
●Provided a high level of prompt, friendly customer service.
MADE Hoops, Boo Williams Sportsplex Communications Intern
Nov 2015
●Evaluated youth talent at MADE Hoops Nike League event.
●Demostrated an ability to work in an high paced environment by meeting deadlines and creating recaps for the games.
●Worked efficiently as a team as well as individually with minimal supervision.
Bleacher Report, San Francisco, CA Contributing Writer
Sep 2010 - Jan 2012
●Contributing NBA writer.
●Featured Columnist for the Washington Wizards archive.
EDUCATION
Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA B.S. Communications
Received - Dec 2017
Skills
Audio Editing (2 years), Microsoft Office (10+ years), Video Editing (3 years), Public Speaking (2 years), Customer Service (6 years)
Groups
DMV Sports Network - Sports Editor
Feb 2018 - PRESENT
●Proofread article submissions from site contributors in preparation to getting published prior to corresponding deadlines.
●Assist writers in creating new story ideas for site content on a weekly basis.
●Creating social projects for website to bring in more traffic.
Student Activities Council
Oct 2016 - May 2017
●Promotions Assistant for upcoming events
●Planned student activities/events throughout school semester
●Helped organize student events
AWARDS
WODU Interview of the Year
May 2017
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXl_onewnTk
WODU Best New Show & Best Music Show
May 2016