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Christopher P. Freitas

 

(901) 428-2987 (c)

Memphis, TN 38111

chrisfreitasonradio@gmail.com

Objective To be able to work alongside broadcasters who create valuable programming to a loyal audience.
Experience
Fox 13 News
Memphis, TN 38111
WHBQ-TV
Intern

January 2012-Present
  • Operated cameras & used shooting techniques.
  • Wrote scripts for morning and noon newscasts.
  • Adjusted audio levels & used camio for some newscasts.
  • Worked with reporters in the field and shot standups.
  • Created resume reel and anchor spots
Entercom Memphis
Memphis, TN 38117
WMFS-FM (ESPN Radio)
Assistant Producer

September 2010-Present
  • Produced “The Gary Parish Show with Geoff Calkins.”
  • Set up stopsets with ads, promos, and other elements for show.
  • Used the control board to air programming while adjusting VU levels.
  • Played announcements & legal IDs via station computer.
  • Created station promos (20 & 30 second spots)
  • Edited podcasts and uploaded them to station website.
  • Had guests booked for upcoming shows.
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN 38152
WUMR-FM
DJ/Producer/Webmaster

August 2008-Present
  • Played music and made announcements on-the-air.
  • Operated control board to air content from the computer, CD players, turntable record player, Mini Disc player, etc.
  • Familiarized with playlists and format clocks.
  • Logged operation times for my shift.
  • Used the control board to air content while adjusting VU levels.
  • Played announcements and legal IDs via station computer.
  • Managed content on using Luminus & OUCampus
Education
  • University of Memphis
    Bachelor of Arts,
    Communications/Journalism (191 credits)
    GPA: 3.18
  • Relevant coursework includes: Radio Production Studio/Operation, Broadcast Preparation/Performance, Radio/TV Programming, Broadcast Regulation/Programming Policy, Reporting, Web Publishing, TV News Production/Writing, Visual Journalism, Media Writing.
Qualifications
  • Extensive Knowledge of Broadcast Media
  • Efficient Speaker
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Windows, & Mac
  • Proficient in Final Cut Pro, Audacity, Pro Tools, Cool Pro Edit, Abode Audition, Windows Movie Maker, and iMovie
  • Proficient in HTML, Adobe Photoshop CS4/5, Dreamweaver, & InDesign
  • Able to write for print & web, photojournalism, interview subjects, gather information, source-checking, and reporting.
  • Flexible & Can Adapt to Work Environment
Affiliations
  • Member of the Boy Scouts of America from 1996 to 2003.

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