Media Specialist

TISHA LYNE KEMP

***** ****** **** *****, *********, AR 72002 H: 501-***-**** *********@*********.*** Professional Summary

Seasoned media professional with a background in live television production and public relations seeking to utilize background to take next career step as a Media/Marketing Communications Specialist. Expertise in coordinating teams to create engaging video content and marketing materials, authoring media releases, and overseeing production process from initial scripting and storyboarding to post-production and broadcast. Strong leadership skills with the ability to leverage professional network to champion brands and drive public relations goals. Core Qualifications

Public Relations Television Production Linear and Nonlinear Editing Branding Experience

Media Management Networking Graphic Design Relationship Building

Jan 2006 to Current Kemp Video, Inc. - Alexander, AR Owner / Video Production Specialist

Oversee day-to-day operations of independent production company specializing in creating video products for webcasting, video streaming, commercials, weddings, and special events. Develop web profile videos for client websites, commercials for local businesses for broadcast on cable networks, and promotional materials for bands; previously designed graphics package for client's TV pilot. Interface with clients to define project scopes of work, including budgets, creative vision, and deliverable schedules; negotiate contracts and rates. Create and present project scripts and storyboards for client approval during pre-production; direct shooting, editing, and duplication processes. Manage financial management systems, customer and production databases, and inventory, including production equipment and editing systems. Maintain business website and respond to customer inquiries via email. Track industry trends to maintain currency on new technology, and production and editing systems.

Mar 2005 to Current Victory Television Network (VTN) - Little Rock, AR Program Producer – Arkansas Alive, In His Presence, Agape Today

Plan production activities for three flagship shows at local television network; coordinate production schedules, editing, printing, and duplication processes. Develop and produce infomercials and graphics packages for network clients. Work with network president to define and communicate organization's mission. Oversee writers, directors, managers, and technical crews throughout production process. Administer footage and music license agreements, talent releases, and fulfillment and distribution. Facilitate product sales by processing phone orders and customer payments. Identify opportunities to streamline operations, and devise and implement strategies to create new revenue streams and cut operational costs.

Nov 2003 to Feb 2005 Arkansas Tech University - Russellville, AR Information Services Coordinator

Initiated, developed, and executed student-oriented initiatives to increase student enrollment and retention. Designed and authored print recruitment and marketing collateral for admissions office, including newsletters, postcards, flyers, brochures, and admissions packets. Produced and edited recruitment videos; coordinated production teams and oversaw pre and post-production activities. Represented Arkansas Tech University at public events such as college fairs, and visited school campuses to champion school's brand and inform prospective students on programs. Collected, validated, and maintained prospective student contact information to facilitate marketing and recruitment initiatives.

Jan 2001 to Oct 2003 KATV, LLC - Little Rock, AR Newscast / Field Producer (2/2003 – 10/2003)

Directed live newscast production activities, including coordinating interviews, shooting b-roll, writing scripts, and editing. Facilitated communication between field news crews and newsroom. Developed and organized live weekend and evening newscasts; oversaw scripting, story development, and showcasing. Collaborated with news managers, assignment editors, and associate producers to determine content needs; enhanced content by creating graphics and video, conducting research, and promotion station brand.

Sr. Studio Tech / Graphic Designer (1/2001 – 2/2003)

Operated, set up, and maintained equipment, including lighting, utilized during live evening newscasts. Supported director during live newscasts and live to tape programming. Added and changed graphics and coordinated clips in non-linear editing systems; created graphics for on-air playback. Education

Bachelor of Arts, Journalism 2000 Arkansas Tech University - Russellville, AR Technical Skills

Linear and Nonlinear Editing: Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, Avid Graphic Design: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe After Effects, Apple Motion MS Office: Highly proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint