Kristin Roberts-O'Brien

(610) 322-3526 | Kristin.RobertsOBrien@gmail.com

328 Wyndmoor Road, Springfield, PA 19064
KristinRobertsOBrien.wordpress.com
Education
West Chester University of Pennsylvania, West Chester, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Minor in Journalism May 2018
• GPA: 3.84
Media Experience
WPHL-TV – Tribune Media, Philadelphia, PA January 2018 – Present
News Intern
• Produce five minute PHL 17 Morning News cut-ins
• Write scripts for anchor to read on-air
• Pitch ideas and conduct research for community affairs program “In Focus”
• Assist reporter and photographer in taping live reports and packages in the field
95.7 BEN FM – Beasley Broadcast Group, Bala Cynwyd, PA
Promotions Assistant June 2017 – Present
• Enhance public awareness of the station through various events
• Connect with members of the community in order to enhance the public image of the station
• Photograph events with the intent of mass distribution through digital media forums
• Complete event reports for promotions and sales team records
WCU Weekly News and Events Program, West Chester, PA
Associate Producer May 2016 – Present
• Compose script and rundown for entire show
• Research significant campus events and organizations to feature in each episode
• Operate camera equipment, teleprompter and NewTek TriCaster to film
• Train new members to shoot and edit film packages
Reporter January 2015 – Present
• Write and film packages highlighting university organizations and events
• Edit segments using Adobe Premiere Pro
• Conduct filmed interviews on-set with individuals and groups
• Film segments in-studio using green screen and teleprompter
WCUR 91.7 FM, West Chester, PA
On-Air Personality January 2015 – Present
• Operate soundboard in studio during live broadcast
• Anticipate and manage technical issues while on-air
• Collaborate with a partner to produce weekly live-air segment
The Preston and Steve Show on 93.3 WMMR, Bala Cynwyd, PA
Production Intern September 2016 – June 2017
• Generated MP3 podcast of entire show using Adobe Audition
• Produced segments by screening calls from listeners
• Photographed stunts and interview guests during broadcast to be posted on social media pages and blog
• Researched and composed information sheets for on-air talent to use during broadcast
• Elicited on-air conversation through various online mediums
• Transcribed main themes of each show for producers
Propulsion Media Labs, Malvern, PA
Intern May 2016 – August 2016
• Aided video producer to position cameras, sound and lighting equipment
• Edited scripts for video and audio advertisements
• Developed and implemented a multi-platform social media strategy and calendar
• Gained experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, and Avid Pro Tools
Honors and Leadership Experience
Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society
Member November 2017
Lambda Pi Eta National Communications Honor Society, West Chester, PA
Vice President May 2017 – Present
Service Chair January 2017 – May 2017