Steve McKenzie

Content Creator

815-***-**** – adjll7@r.postjobfree.com

Award-winning audio content creator, voice actor, and videographer who thrives in evolving environments. A versatile multimedia strategist with a 360-degree approach to creating content that works in tandem with organizational messaging, and a proven performance history of executing objectives to enhance bottom line growth. A supportive collaborator, people person, and force of positivity.

SKILLS AUDIO:

Produced 20+ commercials monthly for regional clients, 100+ short audio vignettes monthly for radio and web applications, jingles for Chicago’s number one morning show, public service announcements, and assets for podcasts and social media. Proficient with numerous audio software applications, including Pro Tools, Adobe Audition, Ableton Live, Audacity, and Melodyne.

VOICEOVER:

Experienced voice actor represented by Stewart Talent. A versatile voice that can deliver gravitas and hard sell, authentic and sensitive, and nuanced characters. Clients include McDonald’s, State Farm, PPG, Abbvie, Craftsman, Kellogg’s, and numerous regional clients.

COPYWRITING:

Conceptualized original short and long-form content for diverse brand categories and fastpaced/evolving station promotions. Reinforced brand identity in radio station messaging.

Expert in converting concepts into compelling content.

PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO:

Experienced with basic lighting styles, interviewing and color grading. Passionate about people and curator of @People_Beautiful_People. Familiar with Adobe InDesign/ Premiere Pro/After Effects, and author of “The Hopefuls”, a book honoring and benefiting Chicago’s homeless community.

EXPERIENCE CREATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR: Hubbard Radio/WTMX-Chicago IL, 2003 – 2020

•Creator, writer, and producer of audio content to reinforce station brand identity, including commercials, promos, PSAs, and jingles.

•Voiced and edited commercial copy for station clients.

•Directed client and talent recording sessions.

•Engineered live station performances of Pink, Pentatonix, Andy Grammar, and others.

•Recorded on-site interviews and performances at live events, hospitals, and client locations.

•Collaborated with clients and staff to brainstorm and strategize.

CREATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR: Nextmedia/WZSR-Crystal Lake IL, 1996 – 2003

•Creator, writer, and producer of radio commercials, PSAs, and jingles.

•Consulted with clients to create effective radio campaigns and ROI.

•Launched “DreamMakers”, a production house creating multiple radio campaigns and commercials for three radio stations in Kenosha WI, Crystal Lake IL, and Joliet IL.

EDUCATION BACHELOR OF ARTS: Olivet Nazarene University (Bourbonnais, IL), 1982-1986

AWARDS RADIO MERCURY AWARDS: Best Radio station-produced commercial (2001)

RADIO MERCURY AWARDS: Best Radio station-produced commercial (2000)

RADIO AND PRODUCTION AWARDS: Best large market radio commercial (2001)

LINK TO PORTFOLIO: https://www.stevemckenzie.org

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