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Elijah Collins

Fort Wayne

Summary

Skilled and hardworking journalist that strives to put out creative and accurate content. Able to work in a fast-paced environment and still get tasks done quickly and efficiently. Willing to take on new roles to help reach the teams' goals. Organized, efficient and always looking to get better and help grow those around me.



Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter

Fox 55 (WFFT)
01.2022 - Current
  • Produce and write multiple sports stories for daily newscast.
  • Edit, proofread and fact-check content for accuracy.

Interview professional athletes in the NFL, ECHL, NBA-G League and Minor League baseball to help enhance sportscast.

  • Produce, edit and shoot special sit-down feature stories.
  • Anchor sports on weekends. Fill-in anchor on weekdays.
  • Help produce and host 30-minute Locker Room sports show every week.


News/Sports Mulit-Media Journalist

Montana Right Now (KFBB)
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Produced and wrote news/sports stories for daily newscast.
  • Collected and stayed up-to-date with information on investigative stories.
  • Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
  • Interviewed State, City and County officials for "hard" news stories.
  • Anchored sports shows on the weekend.

Helped produce and write 30-minute special sports show every week. Etc.

Camera/Lead Audio Operator

Montana Right Now (KFBB)
05.2019 - 01.2020
  • Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
  • Set up, maintained and operated audio recording equipment and performed troubleshooting and audio system breakdown for broadcasts.
  • Helped shoot and record special segments for newscast.
  • Collaborated with technical director daily on best way to display content for newscast.
  • Quickly fixed any audio/camera issues during newscast when needed.

Board Operator/Play-by-Play Broadcaster

KINX Radio
05.2019 - 01.2020
  • Executed live, breaking and syndicated broadcast with no errors.
  • Managed on-site broadcasts by setting up and running equipment in diverse conditions.
  • Collected in-depth information on athletes, schools and coaches for play-by-play broadcast.
  • Served as play-by-play and color commentary for high school and college sports.
  • Host live pre-game/post-game interviews with coaches and athletes.

Camera Operator/Live Producer/Board Operator/Play-by-Play Broadcaster

Seattle University
08.2018 - 01.2019
  • Collaborated with game-day staff on how to creatively & efficiently produce and stream all sports games.
  • Efficiently setup/breakdown production equipment before and after games.
  • Operate cameras for live video feeds.
  • Serve as play-by-play and color commentator for games.
  • Produce pre-game/post-game content and direct cameras for live video feeds.

Promotions Team Member

Hubbard Radio, The Bull 98.9
09.2018 - 01.2019
  • Set up and broke down promotional booths and tents and talked to potential customers for promotional events.
  • Demonstrated products to customers to illustrate features, advantages and benefits.
  • Assisted customers with product selection based on individual needs and preferences.
  • Planned and organized sampling events by working hand-in-hand with retail store managers and leaders.

MiLB Team Assistant

Great Falls Voyagers
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Assisted with scheduling promotional events throughout the season.
  • Helped with on-field/clubhouse issues when needed.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Built relationships with local organization to help enhance promotional events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication and Journalism, Broadcasting

Kentucky State University
Frankfort, Kentucky
05.2017

Skills

  • Producing, Writing and Editing
  • Creative writing
  • News reporting
  • Sports reporting & anchoring
  • TV broadcasting
  • Content (social media) creations

Additional Information

  • HONORS: , Academic Achievement Scholarship Dean’s List (All four years of college) C.O.G.I.C. Scholarship Outstanding Journalism Senior Honor Roll (All four years of college) K-Club Award (Baseball & Academics) ACTIVITIES: Kentucky State University baseball player

Timeline

Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter

Fox 55 (WFFT)
01.2022 - Current

News/Sports Mulit-Media Journalist

Montana Right Now (KFBB)
01.2020 - 01.2022

Camera/Lead Audio Operator

Montana Right Now (KFBB)
05.2019 - 01.2020

Board Operator/Play-by-Play Broadcaster

KINX Radio
05.2019 - 01.2020

Promotions Team Member

Hubbard Radio, The Bull 98.9
09.2018 - 01.2019

Camera Operator/Live Producer/Board Operator/Play-by-Play Broadcaster

Seattle University
08.2018 - 01.2019

MiLB Team Assistant

Great Falls Voyagers
06.2017 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication and Journalism, Broadcasting

Kentucky State University
Elijah Collins