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Greg McNeil

Journalist
Sydney,NS

Summary

  • Experienced journalist with long history of reporting on diverse stories.
  • Versed in digital media and skilled in writing and editing pieces for multiple online platforms.
  • Primary website and social media manager.
  • Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and with accuracy.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Multimedia Journalist

Cape Breton Post/SaltWire
12.2000 - Current
  • Monitor and manage website and social media sites.
  • Pitched stories to editorial staff in content areas of news, sports and entertainment.
  • Management of multimedia news team, including story suggestions and story assignments, print and website layout of daily online and print publication.
  • Print and website editor.
  • Photo, video and graphic creation for publication.
  • Fact-checked videos and articles before publishing.
  • Enhanced storytelling capabilities through use of video, audio, and graphic design tools.
  • Produced engaging videos that provided viewers with concise summaries or captivating interviews related to topic at hand
  • Daily newsletter creation

Radio Broadcasting

CJCB
07.1991 - 12.2000
  • Facilitated live coverage of special events, promotions, and sports matches.
  • Selected and created audio cuts and pre-produced audio programs for more fluid broadcasting.
  • Operated studio sound boards, desks and software for professional broadcasts.
  • Attended promotional events to create station awareness and build listener reach.
  • Devised marketing and promotional campaigns to increase ratings and listener base.
  • Made promotional appearances at public events.
  • Conferred with advertising partners to develop and deploy effective promotional strategies.
  • Crafted original scripts for commercial and promotional spots, advertising radio station sponsors.

Sales & Marketing

CJCB Radio
06.1999 - 06.2000
  • Developed and executed sales, marketing and distribution programs.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Helped research team interface with sales, marketing and editorial teams.
  • Developed brand expansion initiatives across sales, marketing, and advertising campaigns.

Sales Associate

The Rolling Phones (Bell)
06.1996 - 04.1999
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays.
  • Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining high level of product knowledge.
  • Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.

Education

Radio And Television Arts - Radio, Television Broadcasting

Kingstec
Kentville, NS
09.1989 - 06.1991

Bachelor of Arts - Community Studies (1999-2001-unfinished)

Cape Breton University
Sydney, NS
05.2001 -

Skills

All reporting knowledge

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Timeline

Bachelor of Arts - Community Studies (1999-2001-unfinished)

Cape Breton University
05.2001 -

Multimedia Journalist

Cape Breton Post/SaltWire
12.2000 - Current

Sales & Marketing

CJCB Radio
06.1999 - 06.2000

Sales Associate

The Rolling Phones (Bell)
06.1996 - 04.1999

Radio Broadcasting

CJCB
07.1991 - 12.2000

Radio And Television Arts - Radio, Television Broadcasting

Kingstec
09.1989 - 06.1991

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