Carrie Cotton
Corunna,ON
Summary
I am a hard working, positive and adaptable radio girl who has worked her way up from mascot to music director over a number of years.
Adapting to changing technology and environment.
Many accomplishments but my most proud - I built a radio show for new artists to showcase their music, interviewed them on air and for doing so was nominated for the Canadian Country Music Awards - Music Director of the Year Small Market.
I care about the people I work with, the people who listen, and always strive to bring creativity and compassion to what I do each and every day.
To me, my job is to lift people up, and bring some laughter to the struggles of the every day. It's what I have always loved about my job and I'm hoping to bring the joy, care and compassion to serving on the board at Life's Seasons.
I thank you for the opportunity.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Announcer/ Music Director
Blackburn Media Inc.
07.2014 - Current
- Search out relative content to engage and interest our core target audience
- Interact and find ways to connect with our audience on social media - through questions, contests and more
- Host special events and remote broadcasts, creating community engagement while representing the radio station professionally.
- Interview local celebrities and members of the community
- Manage on-air contests and giveaways
- Responsibilities include programming music for the on air, following charts, making decisions on content
Announcer/ Music Director
Blackburn Media, Inc
03.2007 - 07.2014
- Search out relative content to engage and interest our core target audience
- Interact and find ways to connect with our audience on social media - through questions, contests and more
- Host special events and remote broadcasts, creating community engagement while representing the radio station professionally.
- Interview local celebrities and members of the community
- Manage on-air contests and giveaways
- Responsibilities include programming music for the on air, following charts, making decisions on content
Mascot/ Part Time Announcer/Board Operator
Blackburn Media Inc
05.1991 - 04.2007
Mascot/ board operator/ part time announcer leading up to full time announcer position
As mascot - dressed in costume and attended many community events - parades and festivals - greeting the public, playing with kids
Board Operator - responsible for getting programming on air, announcers on air for on location remotes
Part time announcer - working weekends/ evenings/ overnights - filling in for staff and holidays
Education
No Degree - Radio, Television And Journalism
Lambton College
Sarnia, On05.1991
Skills
- Upbeat
- Organized
- Public Speaking Expertise
- Writing and Editing
- Social Media Savvy
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Accomplishments
- Nominated for Music Director of the Year (small market) at the Canadian Country Music Awards in 2010.
- Certified Trauma and Resilience Specialist - Clinical (CTRS-C) Certification
Affiliations
- I am a wellness coach as a side business and find great joy and fulfilment in leading other women in their health and wellness journey.
- I love to write, blog, garden and spend time with my family.
- Board of Directors at Neighbourlink Sarnia Lambton (Octo 2023- present)
- Board of Directors - Condo Board - LCC29 Corunna
Timeline
Announcer/ Music Director
Blackburn Media Inc.
07.2014 - Current
Announcer/ Music Director
Blackburn Media, Inc
03.2007 - 07.2014
Mascot/ Part Time Announcer/Board Operator
Blackburn Media Inc
05.1991 - 04.2007
No Degree - Radio, Television And Journalism
Lambton College
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