John Kevin McKinnon

Texarkana, TX  303-589-3119  jonkevinmck@yahoo.com                 

SUMMARY

·         I have a strong background in radio and TV engineering and programming

·         Computer and internet web page design skills

·         Good photo, video and graphic editing skills

·         Extremely self-motivated with strong dedication to doing things the right way, I take my job performance very seriously!

 

EXPERIENCE

KFSM CBS 5, Fort Smith/Fayetteville, Arkansas, Web Content Manager (7/2007 - 3/2008)

·         Wrote and edited news stories for website http://www.5newsonline.com

·         Chose which stories would appear in which sections of website

·         Edited video for website

·         Setup live video streaming events for website

·         Edited photos and logos for use online

·         Created ads and splash pages for online advertisers

·         Worked with Worldnow to create new website design

·         Was the only employee responsible for website content

·         Enjoyed working with WorldNow template system

93KHJ FM & TV, Pago Pago, American Samoa, Broadcast Technician (Contract Job 2/2007 - 6/2007)

·         Installed video editing software

·         Trained staff in commercial production

·         Created talk show 3-camera set

·         Created automation templates for local programming

·         Created software for song now playing and last 10 songs played to interface with webpage http://www.93khj.fm

·         Created software for news and weather updates on stations cable information channel

KDEL, KYXK & KVRC, Arkadelphia, Arkansas, Programmer (10/2006 - 12/2006)

·         Installed new automation software

·         Loaded music libraries for 2 music FM's

·         Trained management and Program Director on new automation system

·         Created logos for each station(http://www.southwestarkansas.com/kevins_logos.htm)

KTSS PAX 50. Hope-Texarkana, AR/TX, Production Manager, Broadcast Engineer (9/2005 - 3/2006)

·         Upgraded station's website

·         Setup live streaming radio station on website

·         Produced local tv programs

·         Produced tv commercials

·         Upgraded station automation systems

·         Repaired station microwave link

·         Repaired station broadcast transmitter

SUDBURY BROADCASTING GROUP, Hope-Newport,  AR, Broadcast Engineer(1/2004 - 9-2005)

·         Designed and automated information presentation of KHPA website.

·         Maintained and installed all equipment involved in the group radio station operation including the audio chain, automation and editing software, computers and network, STL systems and broadcast transmitters and antennas

·         Debugged the stations’ computer networks and automation systems, improved the on-air element presentation, resolved problems with STL and RPU systems and the stations’ on-air sound signature.

·         Served as Music Director for Hope-Prescott, AR stations

·         Maintained and installed all equipment involved in the group radio station operation including the audio chain, automation and editing software, computers and network, STL systems and broadcast transmitters and antennas.

·        Set up equipment for remote broadcasts and performed some board shifts for remotes and ballgames.

TYSON FOODS, Hope,  AR, Maintenance Computer Technician(9/2002 – 1/2004)

·         Performed daily setup and maintenance on computerized combination scales, and automated packaging equipment.

·         In less than one month restored equipment to 100% capacity for 2 production lines increasing the output and efficiency. Have maintained the lines in top operation status since. 

KTSS PAX 50. Hope-Texarkana, AR/TX, Co-Owner/General Manager (4/1994-9/2002)

·         Created first media website in southwest Arkansas

·         Automated presentation of news and video streaming on website

·         Designed and constructed original VHF stations in 1994.  Converted station to UHF channel 55 in 1997.  Changed channel to 50 in March 2002.

·         Installed, operated and maintained all automation, editing and computer networks.

·         Achieved 100% success in getting station on 12 cable systems serving 22 cities.

·         Designed various methods for producing a multitude of local programs for TV.

·         Negotiated various network barter contracts for station.

·         Hired and trained staff to operate station equipment and software.

·         Designed packages and presentations for local programming sales.

·         Negotiated sale of station.

 

EDUCATION and PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

·         Graduating Class of 1981, Bodcaw High School, Bodcaw Arkansas

·         Attended Southern Arkansas University Technical College ’81-‘82

·         Went to work in radio at age 14 and have been in love with the media business ever since.

 

REFERENCES

 

Greg Thomas, Creative Services Manager

KFSM TV, Fort Smith/Fayetteville, Arkansas

479-785-5071

 

Mark Keith, Chamber Manager/Morning Show Host

Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce/KXAR-KTPA

870-777-3640

 

David "Bubba" Powers

Hempstead County Juvenile Intake Officer & Arkansas State Representative & KTSS sports reporter

870-777-9822

 

US Congressman Mike Ross & former News Director KHPA/KTPA

Arkansas's Fourth District Congressman

870-887-5020