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Emily Keene355 E. Ohio Street. Chicago, IL 60611(231)638-1974 * eka7f0dc@westpost.netWebsite/Demo Reel: www.emilykeene.com

Objective: Seeking an employment opportunity in sports broadcasting where my enthusiasm, training and experience will enable me to become a valuable team member.

Qualifications: Established a foundation of skills in broadcast journalism, communications, advertising, and new media communication through education and workexperience.

Employment: ESPN, America's Got Talent, Illinois Center for Broadcasting, Dressfor Success (Various Employers), Chicago, Illinois.

Position: Freelance Production Assistant (September, 2008 - Present).Responsibilities:

* Provide production assistance to broadcast and film companies in the Chicagoarea.* Setup and breakdown of stages, cameras, microphones, performance sites.* Camera work/filming; tape logging and encoding; linear and non-linear editing.* Contestant screening; crowd control; minor acting and extra work.

Cold Nose Nanny (Dog-Walking Service), Chicago, Illinois.Position: Creator/Owner/Manager (November, 2008 - Present).Responsibilities:

* Creation and management of a dog-walking and in-home pet-care service.* Completion of necessary applications and interviews to obtain licensing from

the City of Chicago and Cook County.* Advertising, scheduling appointments, hiring walkers, preparing billing statements, collecting fees, bookkeeping and filing.* Established a Twitter account to share updates and specials with clients.* Currently developing an interactive website for the business.

The Chicago Yacht Club, Chicago, Illinois (Seasonal).Position: Receptionist/Front Desk Customer Service (March, 2009 - January, 2

010).Responsibilities:* Handled a high volume of phone calls, forwarding when necessary; responded to email correspondence from Yacht Club members and the public.* Created and implemented a front-desk filing system* Corresponded with members via letters and email.* Greeted and assisted members with a variety of needs and requests.* Marketed clothing and novelty items in the Yacht Club's retail shop; rancharge cards as necessary; reconciled end-of-day sales records.

Education: Illinois Center for Broadcasting, Chicago, Illinois.Graduate (January, 2010).Relevant Courses:

* Digital Editing: Extensive training in Final Cut Pro and Studio programs for MAC, Adobe Premiere, and Avid editing programs.* News Writing, Production, Copywriting and Announcing.* Telecommunications/Cable/Satellite Operations.* Video Production/P2 Camera Operation.* "Three Guys, a Girl, and a Sports Show." Co-hosted radio sports talk show for 90 minutes weekly, covering Chicago area sports and national sporting news.

University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee.

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Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies (December, 2008).Relevant Courses:* Journalism and Broadcasting: Worked on the university television staff, writing stories, covering all aspects of news broadcasting and television production.* Communication Studies: Completed classes in business communications, advanced public speaking, and new media communication; extensive experience with the Internet, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Photoshop.

North Muskegon High School, North Muskegon, Michigan.Graduate (June, 2003).Distinctions:* Varsity Tennis Team - City Doubles Champion.* Varsity Cheerleader - State Finalist in Competitive Cheer.* Senior Class Leadership Award and Scholarship Winner.

Internships: CBS WBBM-TV, Chicago, Illinois.Position: Sports Broadcasting Intern (August, 2009 - January, 2010).Responsibilities:

* Assisted sports anchors and producers with daily sportscasts.* Logged games and interviews; identified highlights for broadcasting.* Researched stories and compiled statistical information.* Accompanied and assisted reporters in the field covering sports assignments.

* Assisted with equipment setup and breakdown on-site.* Edited videotapes and b-roll, utilizing the Edius Grass Valley program.

ESPN 1000 Sports Radio/Disney, Chicago, Illinois.Position: Intern (August, 2008 - January, 2009).Responsibilities:

* Assisted in daily activities of the ESPN Special Events/Promotions Department.* Organized and implemented special events, including Fantasy Football Weekend, Mike & Mike in the Morning, Lunch With Coach Ditka, and numerous on-site broadcasts.* Researched concepts and prepared spread sheets; completed reports, special projects.

* Contacted vendors re orders and promotional events; followed up with writtencorrespondence and emails.* Assisted with physical setup and breakdown of interview and special-event sites.* Worked extensively with Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and the Internet.