AUDRA COHEN
Galloway, NJ • www.linkedin.com/in/audra-cohen/
CELL (609) 892-6097 • E-MAIL audramcohen@gmail.com
Highly motivated recent college graduate with a strong passion for media and broadcast production. Skilled in communication and collaboration; fosters productive working partnerships and keenly supports team efforts. A self-starter with a reputation for a calm demeanor, impeccable work ethic, excellent judgement, meticulous attention to detail, and a pro-active approach to meeting goals and deadlines. Maintains active knowledge and interest in current events, politics, and public affairs. Organized, flexible, and efficient; adapts seamlessly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts & Science: Journalism & Media Studies
Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, 2018
Broadcast Living Learning Community & National Honor Society
Relevant coursework included: Digital Television Reporting, Experimental Filmmaking, Media Ethics & Law, Animation 2D, Broadcast Writing, Writing for Media, Gender, Race, & Class in the Media, Documentary film for Writers, Public Speaking, & Public Relations
Technical skills include: Adobe Premiere Pro 6 & CC, MS Office, Adobe Photoshop CC & Animate (basics), Adobe Audition CC & Paint Tool Sai
MEDIA EXPERIENCE
Longport Media, Linwood, NJ 10/2018-present
Radio Production; Shows Produced: Joe’s Table for Two, Volume Up, Business Beats, Shore Local Live, Creating Wellness w/ Dr. Calabro
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Produced live talk shows while operating soundboard and cueing audio during show
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Ensured all operations were running smoothly with as few complications as possible
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Operated tie-line system and audio system for live remote shows
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Assisted with promoting and running merchandise during shows and events for two stations (WMGM 103.7 & KOOL 98.3)
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Edited recorded shows and segments and promptly sent them to hosts directly after their airtime
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Created and recorded packages, promos, and shows to be broadcast during commercial breaks and airtime, uploading them into the server
RU-TV, Piscataway, NJ 4/2016-12/2017
Production Assistant/Entertainment Producer
Supported Rutgers University Television in the production of educational, promotional, cultural, documentary, and news segments.
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Edited video packages and products including short-form promos and long-form multi-camera documentaries. Selected and compiled footage for desired style and flow; added effects, music, and motion graphics
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Researched, summarized, and transcribed news information; wrote interview questions for on-air personalities
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Recorded on- and off-site interviews, stand-ups, and B-roll footage
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Worked in master control room. Monitored camera operation, ensured proper equipment function, guaranteed recording quality control, and prepared programming for playout
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Collaborated with several departments to coordinate show schedules
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Worked Rutgers Day, a campus wide event with live online coverage
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Directed, produced, and managed videography for select projects. Examples include: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpGtznG4TAw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILHXGqXyYZI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DzX2VbDYWo0&t=5s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLGbxkMKvQY
Absegami High School, Galloway, NJ 10/2011-6/2012
Videographer
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Recorded performances, dances, and award ceremonies, as well as indoor and outdoor sports games
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Worked soundboard/audio mixer with supervisor during school performances and plays
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Edited footage for the school’s daily television program. Ensured that complete information was communicated professionally and within allotted time slot
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Organized digital files and transferred to video
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Self-employed/https://audramedagalaxy.tumblr.com/, Galloway, NJ 12/2011-present
Artist: Create digital concept art and graphic design for commission and retail sale
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