Mark F. Biljanic

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Yacht Sales and Management: Sales Executive and Operational Support 2014-Current

Silver Seas Yachts-Executive Sales Professional

Dick Simon Yachts-General Manager 2014-2017

BROADCAST MANAGEMENT: News Operations, Managing Editor, Assignment Desk

Newsroom/Editorial Management Staff Hiring & Leadership Budget Management Scheduling Communication Award-winning professional with a track record of driving excellence throughout broadcast television news and production

operations.

Reputable for delivering quality programming on high-impact news events and stories, with the ability to effectively manage coverage strategies and teams in order to ensure optimal coverage that delivers information while engaging viewer interest.

Comprehensive knowledge across all technical and operational functions, enabling a unique and holistic perspective that supports creativity and excellence throughout the broadcast environment.

PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

CBS Los Angeles – KCBS2/KCAL9 ASSISTANT NEWS OPERATIONS MANAGER

Oversaw daily news operations for CBS duopoly KCBS/KCAL.

v Approved field technical crews schedules and timesheets

v Made equipment purchases for news operations

v Managed digital content to news operations

v Arranged staffing for breaking news coverage

v Served as liaison between news operations and engineering

v Technical contact between editorial and technical operations

v Provided forecasting for news budgeting

v Served as liaison between union workers and station management

v Managed maintenance of news fleet

v Served as contact for affiliates and network technical needs

v On call as needed

CBS Television

FIELD PRODUCER

2013 to 2014

Drive on-site remote broadcasts for network broadcast, including coordination of logistics with newsroom. Partner with reporters and field crews to set up interviews and conduct research in order to provide the most updated information.

v Confronted challenging conditions to deliver breaking story on the deadly Joplin, Missouri tornado in May 2011 . Ensured safety of crews while optimizing story’s impact in dangerous weather and with no accommodations or food/water, and spotty cell service.

v Led team in capturing details and presenting live coverage of Hurricane Irene in August 2011, which required quick evacuation of team following a major sea surge. Drove decision-making to relocate to a safer area, without losing a live shot.

v Provided live shots from Casas Adobe, Arizona following the shooting of U.S. Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords that were used for broadcast by CBS clients in America and around the world.

2011 to 2013

KUTV 2News – Salt Lake City, Utah 2002 to 2010

MANAGING EDITOR (2005 to 2010)

Spearheaded all editorial and technical aspects of daily news operations, including hiring, scheduling and leading 50-member staff across all functions. Set direction and tone by leading morning briefings to define stories of interest, discuss strategies and details, and determine local/viewer interest. Assigned and provided review of stories prior to airing to ensure accuracy and integrity of information. Authorized programming interruptions for breaking news coverage, and coordinated with state and local law enforcement, as well as emergency management officials, to deliver information to viewers. Continuously monitored police/traffic scanners and dispatched crews and equipment to ensure coverage of big stories and events.

Maximized budget through strategic spending, and held approval for all news coverage expenses. Played key roles as liaison between local and national news manager in prioritizing coverage, designee for community service commitments, emergency preparedness planning, and as station spokesperson for Utah Amber Alert committee.

v Drove compelling coverage of the 2007 Crandall Canyon Mine disaster coverage; utilized contacts within the Governor’s office and Verizon to have a cellular tower placed near the scene to enable communication.

v Delivered 12 straight hours of live broadcast on the Trolley Square shooting in Salt Lake City, where a lone gunman killed five bystanders and wounded four others before being shot dead by police .

v Gained edge over competitors in capturing and communicating major stories by building strong relationships with local and federal law enforcement.

ASSIGNMENT DESK MANAGER (2003 to 2005)

Played key role in driving news operations, from assisting field crews to managing and scheduling repairs of equipment. Served as primary dispatcher and ensured up-to-the-minute coverage by beat checking state and local dispatch centers for news and information.

NEWS PHOTOGRAPHER (2002 to 2003)

Contributed to quality and impact of news stories by shooting and field-editing daily news video – executed assignments and reported available information to the assignment desk. Recorded video/audio for news pieces, maintained equipment and operated microwave/satellite transmissions as needed.

v Provided photography for Elizabeth Smart abduction story; contributed to both CBS and local news for the event. Additional History

Earlier positions include News Photographer for KSL 5 and multiple Technical Operations positions for ABC 4. CLEARANCE

National Security Clearance – Classified

AWARDS

2002 Emmy Awards – The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences

“Outstanding Technical Team-Remote” XIX Olympic Winter Games” NBC

1988-1989 Rocky Mountain Emmy Awards – The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences “Best Live Spot News Coverage” Yellowstone Wildfires

1989 UBEEs – Utah Broadcasters Association

Silver Award “Best Live Spot News Coverage” Yellowstone Wildfires

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

FEMA- Broadcast Operations (Currently on roster )

South Salt Lake Fire Metro Rehab (Volunteer, 2007-2010)

Utah Amber Alert Committee (Media rep, 2006-2010)

FBI Citizens’ Academy Alumni (Community rep, 2004-present)

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