Knight 1
Courtney Knight
1701 Sunset Dr. Apt 50., San Angelo, Tx 76904 (618) 971-5194
[email protected]
Portfolio: https://courtneyknight456.weebly.com
--------------------------------------------Professional Summary---------------------------------------------
Seeking a full-time role in which to apply knowledge of Broadcast Journalism and Mass
Communications. Driven to contribute value through quick-learning, resourcefulness, and a skill
of teamwork.
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Teamwork and collaboration Microsoft Office
Decision making and responsibility: Experienced in Final Cut Pro, Adobe
assigning people broadcast positions Premiere, and Adobe audition
Experienced in both inews and ENPS Time Management and adaptability
----------------------------------------------------------Work
History-----------------------------------------------------------
News Producer and Anchor, 04/2021 to current
Nexstar Media Group (KLST/KSAN News) – San Angelo, TX
Producing KSAN News’ 5, 6 and 10pm newscasts; including stacking the shows, editing and
sending in videos, creating lower third and full screen graphics, etc.
Field producing events such as Rodeo (3 weeks), Food Drives and various live shots.
Film and edit breaking news when necessary
Anchoring and Producing KLST Weekend news at 6pm and 10pm
Have filled in anchoring and producing all shows which include KLST morning show, KLST
noon show, KLST 4pm show, KLST 5 6 and 10pm shows and KSAN 5 6 and 10pm shows.
Creating quarterly reports detailing what content we have run that quarter and making sure
that we align with FCC standards and guidelines.
Editing and making adjustments to newscasts quickly mid-show.
Production Assistant, 01/2021 to 03/2021
CReed Global Media – Houston, TX
Performing various production tasks such as recording and editing audio and video, setting up
and putting away cameras, lights, and other equipment, and being a script supervisor and
floor manager during podcasts and videos.
Developing the company’s app on a daily basis to make sure that it stays up to date and
looking professional.
Designing and setting up sets for various production projects such as podcasts, presentations,
concerts, etc.
Creating thumbnails and promotional videos for original shows and distributor content
Creating and developing my own content for the company’s streaming platform
Media and Production Intern, 10/2020 to 01/2021
CReed Global Media – Houston, TX
Knight 2
Performing various production tasks such as recording and editing audio and video, setting up
and putting away cameras, lights, and other equipment, and being a script supervisor and
floor manager during podcasts and videos.
Developing the company’s app on a daily basis to make sure that it stays up to date and
looking professional.
Designing and setting up sets for various production projects such as podcasts, presentations,
concerts, etc.
Part-time Board Operator, 08/2019 to 10/2020
Cumulus Media – Beaumont, TX
Operating sound boards in the station while remotes were held throughout the community.
Helping with clerical work at the front desk during busy business hours.
Assisting listeners with claiming tickets and prizes won during broadcasts.
Camera Operator, 09/20 to current
Texan Live – Beaumont, TX and surrounding areas
Setting up and putting away camera(s) along with other equipment.
Recording sporting events that are broadcast live on the website.
Traveling to record games in the surrounding areas of Beaumont, Port Neches-Groves,
Orange, Nederland, etc.
Crew Member, 06/2015 to 08/2016 (This was a summer job that I had for 2 summers)
Chick-fil-A – Port Arthur, TX
Managed customer flow and backed up lines to reduce checkout wait time.
Assisted in cashiering and Point of Sale (POS) system procedures during busy hours.
Developed and maintained positive working relationships with others to reach business goals.
Internship, 06/2014 to 07/2014
Golden Triangle Church on The Rock – Beaumont, TX
Collaborated with various teammates when working on day-to-day tasks and devising new
concepts.
Maintained professionalism and respectfulness while greeting and welcoming visitors.
Completed special projects to meet and exceed the goals of the overall organization.
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Education----------------------------------------------------
Stephen F. Austin State University – Nacogdoches, TX
Bachelor of Arts: Mass Communications (Radio/TV), 2015-2019
Worked shifts in the SFA Radio Station, KSAU 90.1 in 2015 and 2016 which included
announcing news, weather, and introducing songs
Filmed and edited packages for the SFA TV News Station in 2016 and 2017
Broadcasted the live stream of the SFA Ring Dip Ceremony in 2017 and 2018 which included
setting up and operating cameras
Produced the annual SFA Tree Lighting Ceremony in 2018 which included setting up cameras,
lighting, audio boards, switchers, and monitors
Broadcasted the live stream of the Nacogdoches Christmas Parade in 2018 which included setting
up and operating cameras
Coursework in Radio/Television programming, Advanced Television Production, and Broadcast
Performance.
Minored in Marketing: 2018-2019
Knight 3
Marketing coursework in Principles of Marketing, Advertising and Promotion, Consumer
behavior, Sports Marketing, International Marketing, and Marketing of Services.
Produced PowerPoint projects to relay information about branding and services to Professors and
classmates.
Extracurricular: 2015-2019
Member of The Lumberjack Marching Band from 2015-2019
Squad leader of The Lumberjack Marching Band in 2018 (helped section leader lead the section)
Member of Tau Beta Sigma from 2016-2019
Joint Relations officer of Tau Beta Sigma in 2018-2019
