Michael Ball
Communications/Broadcaster
White City,SK
NUNC CEOPI Latin phrase for Now I Begin
Summary
Creative Broadcaster with more than 27 years of experience specializing in delivery of high-impact stories covering news and sports topics. Skilled in engaging with audiences and communities ranging in age, background and culture. Practiced in research and committed to producing quality content and pieces for distribution across various communication channels.
Talented broadcast professional accomplished in on-air work and public speaking. Persuasive and gregarious with great style. Customizes approaches based on different needs.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Broadcaster
Harvard Media
Regina, SK
06.1997 - 02.2024
- Created program content for better listener satisfaction and retention through in-depth research and analysis of current trends.
- Implemented data-driven strategies for segment planning based on research and analytics insights to resonate with our target audience better.
- Interviewed show guests and moderated discussions.
- Built broadcast storylines to interest listeners and grow station audience.
- For 18 years hosted province wide Pre and Post game show for CFL Saskatchewan Roughriders
- For 2 years play-by-play radio voice of Saskatchewan Roughriders
- Performed audio editing for material used on daily 3 hour radio show and subsequent podcasts
- Voiced 30 and 60 second radio commercials for clients.
Education
Diploma - Broadcast Journalism
05.1996
Skills
- Script Writing
- Production Operations
- Sports Reporting
- Web Content Management
- Adaptable Personality
- Engaging Storytelling
- Broadcast media
- Creative Writing
- Audio Editing
- Guest Relations
- Broadcast journalism
- Diverse play-by-play experience
Languages
English
Full Professional
Health and Fitness is important to me
I believe health and fitness is important to a positive outlook in life. I make an appointment with myself a minimum 4 days a week to make sure my body and mind are recharged.
Additional Information
I have references (letters of reference) available upon request.
Boxing, working out
I've boxed 4 times in my life for charity. Now I just hit the bags and weight training to stay in shape!
Timeline
Broadcaster - Harvard Media
06.1997 - 02.2024
Mount Royal University - Diploma, Broadcast Journalism