RESUME | theradiomermaid

Dara Sweatt

OBJECTIVE: To hold a position in communications in an upbeat environment providing an opportunity for professional growth while still utilizing my skills and creativity.

SMG ||

Jacksonville, FL

(January 2018-present)

Operations

Organize arena floor, private party areas and suites for upcoming events.
Breaking down tables and chairs in event areas.
Setting up barriers around ticketing areas for guests.

Small Planet Pictures

Jacksonville, FL

(February 2018-present)

Assistant Camera

Set up and break down production equipment for various shoots in various locations.
Operate camera
Adjust sound and lights

Editor

Cut clips and create videos for YouTube, Vimeo, and social media for various clients to utilize for social media using Adobe premier.
Cut audio and create commercials using voice overs for various clients using adobe audition.
Edit photos to completion using Adobe Lightroom.

Automotive Fresh Start Center

Jacksonville, FL

(April 2018-present)

Social media manager

Create ads and schedule boosted posts as well as daily organic content.

Client Focused Media/BUZZ Media Group || Jacksonville, FL

(June 2017-February 2018)

Editor

Produce and manage content creation, scheduling, and engagement across all social media platforms to keep the magazine involved with trending topics (events and popular culture) and increase organic followers.
Manage contributing bloggers and keep content on website up to date and current of local Jacksonville happenings.

Promotions Director

Organize, plan, and manage events. Coordinate with local media outlets for promotions as well as work with art directors for graphics, construction crews for set building, coordinating volunteers, and negotiating sponsorships.
Participate in weekly meetings to report on potential onboarding clients, interviews, and partnerships as well as social media and website content.

GHQfm || Gainesville, FL

(August 2016-June 2017)

Mentor/Personality

Host morning, afternoon, and evening DJ shifts using media outlets with trending topics, stories, and information pertinent to the listening audience.
Stay up to date on new music releases, reviews, and celebrity gossip.
Produce and manage content creation, scheduling, and engagement across all social media platforms.
Mentor students enrolled in program on how to speak on the radio, timing, and minor production skills such as creating commercials in Adobe Audition.

Red Onion Neighborhood Grille

Gainesville, FL

(February 2016-May 2017)

Server

WRUF - ESPN Gainesville || Gainesville, FL

Program Assistant/Producer (January 2017-June 2017)

Produce morning, afternoon, evening shows for the Pat Dooley Show, Sportscene with Steve Russell, and the Tailgate.
Produce Gator sporting events such as basketball (mens and womens), baseball, and lacrosse.
Record and create commercial spots and place them into WideOrbit cycle.

TDC Entertainment || Gainesville, FL

Host/Social Media (March 2017-June 2017)

Produce and manage content creation, scheduling, and engagement across all social media platforms to keep the company involved with updates within.
Create questions, slides, playlist, and host Trivia nights.

Vellos Brickstreet Grille

Gainesville, FL

(March 2015-December 2015)

Server

WFOY 1420 - Saint Augustine, FL

(May 2016-August 2016)

Intern

Organize guests coming onto the Saint John’s County Morning Show. Once a week host the entertainment segment with reviews of events and shows happening around Saint Augustine Florida.
Participate in weekly meetings contributing ideas to enhance social media engagement and engagement within the town.
Produce commercials, weather updates, and news daily.
Assist with production of The Truth with Mike Green every weekday morning.

WUFT-TV - Gainesville, FL

(May 2015-December 2016)

Reporter

Conduct interviews with various organizations, citizens around the city to inform audience of new laws implemented, stores opening up, weather updates, etc. for WUFT’s First at Five.
Record and edit B-roll, write scripts, and report story on live show.

Production Crew

Work various cameras on set floor for specific shots of anchors and reporters.
Run the teleprompter for the reports to read their scripts.
Prepare titles for executive producer to switch into correct boxes on screen.

Outback Steakhouse

Gainesville, FL

(November 2013-March 2015)

Server

WUFT-FM - Gainesville, FL

Anchor/Reporter/Producer (August 2015-December 2016)

Conduct interviews with various organization, citizens around the city to inform audience of new laws implemented, stores opening up, weather updates, etc.
Review and edit other reporters work to place into WideOrbit to play on air.
Live on air for NPR’s Morning Edition and All Things considered.

Rock104.com – Gainesville, FL

(August 2015-December 2015)

Pre-record time sets for previewing upcoming songs and events for audience.
Conduct interviews with various rock bands coming through Gainesville.

Studio 601 – Gainesville, FL

(August 2014-December 2014)

Intern

Record Gator football games weekly and log plays from both teams.
Assist with interviews of footballs players and coaches.
Pull clips from recording and send them to Senior Producers to place into montage for the Will Muschamp Show.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Ormond Beach, FL

(June 2011-November 2013)

Server, Host, Cashier

Chick Fil A

Ormond Beach, FL

(March 2010-February 2011)

Cashier

Bruster’s Ice Cream

Palm Coast, FL

(January 2010-March 2010)

Cashier

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Experience in event planning for larger scale festivals.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Premier, Adobe Audition, Google Analytics, Hootsuite, Falcon, Social News Desk, and other computer software programs.
Strong public speaking, communication skills, and accustomed to multi-tasking.
Thorough knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and WordPress.
Creative thinking

EDUCATION

University of Florida, B.A., Telecommunications, May 2017.

Florida Atlantic University, A.A., Communications. May 2013.