Mason McKenzie
Tempe, AZ
Summary
Ambitious student Sports Journalist, with knowledge of video editing and excellent on-camera skills. Proficient at both teleprompter use and ad-libbing for dynamic story reporting. Committed to bringing audiences accurate and interesting stories.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Reporter
Inferno Intel Media - Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted interviews with coaches, players and other personnel associated with sporting events.
- Analyzed game statistics and video footage to create compelling content.
- Provided commentary on live sporting events as they were happening.
- Collaborated with editors, producers and other reporters in the newsroom environment.
- Created multimedia content such as videos, podcasts and photo galleries for online platforms.
- Edited scripts, stories and other materials prior to publication or broadcast.
- Produced special reports highlighting key moments from recent games or tournaments.
- Participated in editorial meetings to generate ideas for upcoming stories.
- Attended training sessions to stay up-to-date on new technology used in broadcasting.
- Interviewed players and coaches to provide fans with team insights.
- Monitored daily sporting events and issues to discuss and report pertinent news.
- Collaborated with sports reporters to generate new story ideas.
- Gathered information and developed perspectives about news subjects through research, interviews and observation.
- Reported news stories for publication or broadcast, thoroughly describing background and details of events.
- Posted on social media sites frequently to increase news broadcast traffic.
- Arranged interviews with witnesses and bystanders, providing first-hand accounts of stories.
- Presented local news and feature reports in public radio style on both local and national news programs.
- Planned ahead by researching potential story angles before attending a game or event.
- Researched current trends in the sports industry to inform stories.
- Assisted in the set-up of cameras for studio productions as well as on-location shoots.
- Recorded video footage onto digital media or videotape formats according to industry standards.
- Worked with directors and producers to determine best camera placement for production scenes.
Movie Actor
Actra Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia
01.2015 - Current
- Performed in multiple on-screen roles, including lead and supporting characters.
- Attended auditions for potential movie roles.
- Learned lines for scripts and rehearsed scenes with other actors.
- Memorized lines quickly and accurately.
- Delivered dialogue convincingly with appropriate emotion and expression.
- Collaborated with directors to develop characters and interpret script directions.
- Maintained a professional attitude at all times while on set or during filming sessions.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic by arriving early to sets and staying late if necessary for reshoots or retakes.
- Managed time efficiently between takes and breaks to maintain schedule of filming sessions.
- Operated within safety guidelines established by stunt coordinators during action sequences requiring special effects or stunts.
- Practiced good communication skills with co-stars, crew members, extras and others involved in the production process.
- Communicated frequently with agents about upcoming audition opportunities.
- Maintained personal appearance by meeting costume and makeup requirements.
- Performed in a variety of settings including theatres, film sets, and on-location shoots.
Restaurant Waiter
Boston Pizza
Chilliwack, British Columbia
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Greeted customers, provided menus and answered questions about menu items.
- Assisted guests with making food and beverage selections.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guest needs, responding promptly and acknowledging all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding food handling, storage and sanitation standards.
- Verified that prepared food met all standards for quality and quantity before serving it to customers.
- Answered phone calls providing information about restaurant services, hours of operation, menu items .
- Processed cash payments accurately using a POS system; ensured accuracy of change given to customers.
- Attended regular staff meetings to discuss changes in menu offerings or specials for upcoming days or weeks.
- Resolved customer complaints in a polite manner according to company policy.
- Promptly reported any maintenance issues concerning kitchen equipment or dining areas.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies and checking equipment for proper functioning at the start of shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Journalism
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ01-2024
High School Diploma -
Sardis Senior Secondry
Chilliwack, BC06-2023
Skills
- Sports expertise
- Teamwork
- Checking facts
- Video Production
- TV broadcasting
- Broadcast journalism
- Field reporting
- Social media proficiency
- Writing and editing
- Journalism ethics
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Digital editing
- Story development skill
- Audio production
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Affiliations
- Extremely athletic - Ice hockey, roller hockey, golf, basketball, water sports etc
- Musician - Guitar player
Accomplishments
- Award winning on camera actor
Custom
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sports Reporter
Inferno Intel Media - Arizona State University
09.2024 - Current
Restaurant Waiter
Boston Pizza
05.2022 - 08.2024
Movie Actor
Actra Canada
01.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Journalism
Arizona State University
High School Diploma -
Sardis Senior Secondry
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