Writer/Producer Seeks Challenge

NELSON J. BARQUET

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MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33131

Email: *************@*****.***

(c) 305-***-****

QUALIFICATIONS:

Thirteen years experience in broadcasting: Six years as a news and feature writer/producer; Three years as writer/producer for a highly-rated, weekly, live prime-time network sports series.

Extensive contacts, on every level, within the broadcast industry.

Technical knowledge in crucial aspects of gathering, editing and disseminating broadcast materials.

Managerial experience both within, and outside of television environments.

Bilingual, with excellent oral and written communication skills.

EDUCATION:

1987-1989 Master of Arts in Communication,

University of Miami (GPA: 3.95)

1981-1985 Bachelor of Arts in Psychology,

University of Texas (Graduated with Special Honors)

EMPLOYMENT (WITHIN MEDIA):

April 2004 – February 2007

Line Producer/ Solo Boxeo, Univision Sports/Telefutura Network. Responsible for researching, writing, and editing all elements for the Show Open, Tease Elements and Promotional materials, as well as line-producing, timing and coordinating the live event.

August 2003 – April 2004

Associate Producer/Solo Boxeo, Univision Sports/ Telefutura Network.

Assisted the Executive Producer in line producing the live event; gathered, inputted and checked graphics materials; maintained video archives and provided video elements; brainstormed story lines for Opening Segment, Promos and Fighter Profiles. Conducted satellite interviews and recorded video feeds.

December 1999 – June 2003

Producer/ Assignment Editor, WPBF Channel 25, ABC-TV,

West Palm Beach, Florida (DMA #39). Acted as a Special Projects, Sports and Associate News Producer as well as weekend Assignment Desk Editor for the station. Posted news copy and video features on the station website.

September 1991 – November 1994

Producer /Writer, “Huellas”, WLRN – Channel 17,

Florida Public Television, Inc. Researched, wrote and produced a series of 54 bilingual documentaries focusing on Florida’s Hispanic immigrants and the state’s ties to Latin America.

September 1989 – August 1991

Reporter/Production Assistant, Dynamic Cablevision, Miami, Florida. Produced “one-man band” daily reports in English and Spanish for local cable television inserts. Also, operated camera, lighting, and videotape equipment as floor director during evening newscasts.

EMPLOYMENT (OUTSIDE MEDIA):

November 1994 – November 1999(Active)

January 1997 – Present (Silent Partner)

Vice-President/Operations, Eastern Medical Courier, Inc. Miami, Florida. Co-founder and operations chief for South Florida’s largest courier specializing in non-emergency medical deliveries. (Remain with the company as a minority, silent partner).

SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Mac and PC Proficient (Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, Lotus Notes, AP-ENPS)

Linear and Non-Linear Editing (Final Cut Pro, Panasonic “Newsbyte” and Postbox”)

Digital and Standard Videography (Panasonic DVC-Pro and Sony Betacam)

Phaedra Internet Editing System

ABC Pathfire and CNN Newsource

SPECIAL PROJECTS

“The History Of History, Episode 1: “The First Settlers”. Series under development. Documentary style exploration of classic concepts in Western, European and American History contrasted with an exploration of alternative, minority versions. (February 2007-Present)

“Taking The Lead: The Hunt For Athletic Scholarships”. A thirty minute documentary/ studio host-guest interview program aimed at educating college bound high school athletes on how to find the best financial aid opportunities. (Wrote, Produced, and Edited) Aired WPBF Channel 25 – West Palm Beach, Fl., April 2003.

“Hues Of Love: The Making Of The Alzheimer’s Mural”. A thirty minute documentary chronicling the suffering of Alzheimer’s patients and their care-givers, the latest scientific advances and a novel artistic project helping raise funds for a cure. (Wrote Produced and Directed) Aired WLRN Channel 17 – Miami, Fl., February 2003.

“Blitz 25: The 2000 National Championship Special”. A live 60 minute special leading into the 2000 National Championship Football Game: Florida State vs. Oklahoma (Resaerched , Edited and Line-Produced) Aired WPBF Channel 25 – West Palm Beach, Fl., January 2000.

PERSONAL

Bilingual (English and Spanish). Forty-two years old.

Single. Willing to relocate. Interests include travel and all sports.

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