Media Industry Professional & Comms Director for a Professional Org.

JILLIAN (***) *** - **** BOROWSKI adjqdd@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Detail-oriented, performance-driven professional seeking to leverage over six years of experience in a deadline-driven media environment to quickly learn and grow in a new and challenging role. Strong communication skills combined with a Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security and the proven ability to manage and support operational success positions me to make a significant impact on your organization. Available for immediate employment.

EDUCATION

Master of Professional Studies in

Homeland Security

Tulane University New Orleans, LA

August 2020

GPA: 4.0

Bachelor of Arts in Screen Arts and

Cultures

University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI

April 2016

GPA: 3.2

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Broadcast Director Dec 2017 - Present

Tegna, Inc. (WVEC) Norfolk, VA

• Serve as the early morning newscast director utilizing the Sony ELC Automated Production System

• Strategic development and production of creative and engaging daily segments and special features by working cross-functionally to effectively communicate project scope, timeline constraints, and station management expectations

• Coordinate with producers to design creative visuals for daily newscasts and special segments – troubleshoot issues and provide innovative solutions

• Member of the Social Media Response Team – respond to and connect with viewers across social platforms to foster brand loyalty and boost engagement

• Collaborate with relevant departments to understand and compile viewer insights to effectively reach target audiences through carefully curated online and on-air content

Head Girls’ Novice Rowing Coach Feb 2018 – Present Norfolk Academy Norfolk, VA

Promoted from Assistant to Head Coach in June 2019

• Responsible for the athletic development of novice rowers in their first season of the program

• Create team objectives and enforce guidelines for sportsmanship and safety

• Plan and provide guidance during daily workouts and weekly competitions Photographer Editor Director June 2016 – Nov 2017 Meredith Corporation (WNEM) Saginaw, MI

• Served as evening newscast director utilizing the Grass Valley Ignite Automated Production System

• Evening news photographer and editor working autonomously or with staff reporters to produce local stories, breaking news, and long-form human interest pieces

• Fostered strong working relationships with community leaders, government officials, and first responders to drive joint initiatives

• Created engaging content and interacted with viewers across social media platforms while adhering to company guidelines – collaborated with producers in overseeing end-to-end development and documentation of marketing initiatives, resulting in increased brand loyalty and program revenue

• Edited daily packages and long-form content using Avid video editing software

• Studied for and received UAS Remote Pilot Certification through the Federal Aviation Administration and regularly flew a DJI Phantom 4 Quadcopter drone gathering unique footage for on-air use

Women In Defense Hampton Roads

Communications Director & Program

Committee Member

Beginning October 2020

Order of the Sword & Shield

Inducted February 2020

Homeland Security Academic and

Professional Honor Society

Nancy Waters and Mark Waters

Foundation Scholarship

Received May 2016

For Student Excellence in Broadcasting

from the Michigan Association of

Broadcasters

Student Film Production Fund

Established April 2013

Created in Support of Future Students for

the Department of Film, Television, and

Media at the University of Michigan

Scholar-Athlete Award (Rowing)

Received April 2013

For Academic Excellence from the

University of Michigan Athletic

Department

CERTIFICATIONS &

ACHIEVEMENTS

315 29th St. Apt 220

Virginia Beach, VA 23451

CORE COMPETENCIES

Software

Microsoft

Office Suite

Adobe

Creative Cloud

Avid Media

Composer

Premier Pro

Hard Skills

Soft Skills

Active Listening

Verbal & Written

Communication

Organized

Detail-Oriented

Energetic

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Self-Starter

Commitment to

Learning

Final Cut

iMovie

WordPress

Wix

Constant

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Programming Intern April 2015 – Aug 2015

Graham Media Group (WDIV) Detroit, MI

• Assisted with the production of special programs and conducted interviews

• Logged interview footage, compiled program data, and authored quarterly FCC reports for recurring segments

• Provided ongoing administrative support, driving organizational success through the management of daily operations and special projects Video Content Intern June 2014 – Aug 2014

Birchbox Inc. New York, NY

• Researched and developed video content for clients – coordinated project logistics and assisted on video shoots to optimize efficiency and quality

• Authored articles and edited still images and videos in adherence with Birchbox brand guidelines – compiled and reported on user engagement analytics

• Developed preliminary narrative concepts, filmed, and edited promotional videos for the Birchbox Internship Program – generated feedback and made adjustments accordingly

Student Coordinator, Recreational Sports Jan 2014 – June 2016 University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI

Promoted from Membership Services Assistant in Sept 2014

• Provided operational support, including assisting with billing and membership services for the Recreational Sports Department under the Office Manager

• Developed an organizational system for tracking online orders and auditing membership billing – optimized dated inefficiencies by identifying and proposing key methods to automate processes and increase productivity Head Producer of “Love Assassin” Dec 2014 – July 2015 University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI

• Led a film crew compromised of top production students in the Screen Arts and Cultures Department (now the Department of Film, Television, and Media)

• Oversaw all aspects of the seven-month production process, including location scouting, budget management, marketing, travel, and post-production

• Film Debuted at the 2015 Traverse City International Film Festival Documentation

Project

Administration

Program

Management

Event Planning

Data Input

Operations

Records

Management

Writing & Editing

Content Creation

Social Media

Management

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