John T. Althardt

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Indianapolis, Indiana 46229

Phone: 317-***-****

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

February 2015-Present: Instructional Assistant, Radio and Television Program, Metropolitan School District of Warren Township, Indianapolis, IN

Provide instructional support to Warren Central High School and Walker Career Center students in the areas of audio and video broadcasting, writing for broadcast, interviewing, editing and program/project planning. Assist with ensuring students understand and achieve proficiency in basic skills and can apply those skills in real world situations.

Support work of WEDM 91.1 FM radio station and student-produced “Warren Live” TV daily news program.

July 2012-January 2014: Director, School and Community Relations, Indianapolis Public Schools, Indianapolis, IN

Provided comprehensive, accurate and timely information to educate, motivate and sustain support for the students, faculty, staff, administration, alumni, Superintendent and Board of School Commissioners.

Responsible for all aspects of marketing, community engagement and media, public and community relations for Indiana’s largest public school district.

Supervised an eight-member staff in the specialty areas of Hispanic/Latino outreach, office management, Web site and social media outreach, television production and special event planning

Oversaw and was responsible for an annual budget of $924,000.

February 2000-July 2012: Public Relations Coordinator, Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County, Indianapolis, IN

Coordinated media relations, community relations and served as a spokesperson and liaison for the Marion County Public Health Department and Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County

Responsible for the creation, coordination and implementation of comprehensive communication plans that include media buying, press releases, media advisories, talking points, newsletters, brochures, Web site and collateral materials.

Training and experience in high risk, crisis communication development and implementation.

June 1999-February 2000: Public Relations Coordinator, Easter Seals Crossroads Rehabilitation Center, Indianapolis, IN

Responsible for planning, facilitating and managing all public, media and consumer relations for development, marketing, special projects and overall agency communication needs.

December 1995-August 1997: Weekend News Anchor, Network Indiana, Indianapolis, IN

Produced and anchored newscasts and also wrote news stories for state wire service. Also provided support for special events to this network of more than 50 affiliate radio and television stations.

October 1994-June 1999: Media Relations Coordinator, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN

Designed and executed comprehensive media plans and assisted in the planning and implementation and promotion of the programs, services, people and special events associated with the university and its diverse constituents.

October 1987-October 1994: Manager, News and Information Services, WBST-FM, Muncie, IN

Managed one full-time staff member and responsible for student staff of 25.

In charge of all planning and implementation of daily news and information programs.

May 1985-October 1987: Assignments Director, WBST-FM, Muncie, IN

Coordinated local news coverage for three-person professional staff and 25 Ball State University students.

Also served as morning news anchor and chief reporter.

October 1984-May 1985: News Director, WRBI-FM, Batesville, IN

In charge of all news and information programming including sports play-by-play, public affairs and special events. Also hosted morning news, music and talk program.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Volunteer, Warren Central High School Winter Guard program, 2009-Present.

Member and Secretary, Board of Directors, Legacy House 2011-2012.

Recording Secretary, Brookview Elementary PTA, 2010-2011.

Employee Campaign Coordinator, Wishard Hospital “Denim for Dollars,” 2009-2012.

Employee Campaign Co-Coordinator, United Way Campaign, Health and Hospital Corporation, 2007-2008

Employee of the Month Committee Chair, 2005-2006, Health and Hospital.

Coach, Warren Little League, Girls 6 and Under T-ball, 2004.

Employee Campaign Coordinator, March of Dimes, "Walk America 2003."

Coach, Eastside Soccer Association, Girls 6 and Under, 2002.

Employee Campaign Coordinator, March of Dimes “Walk America 2002.”

Employee Coordinator, United Way Campaign, Easter Seals Crossroads, 2000.

IUPUI Committee on Civility, 1999.

President of the Congregation, St. John United Church of Christ, 1998.

Member, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis Staff Council, 1997-1999.

Vice-President of the Congregation, St. John United Church of Christ, 1997.

EDUCATION:

Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana; May 1984. Bachelors of Science Degree in Telecommunications, with a minor in Public Relations.

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