Nathan Wek
Canton,SD
Summary
While my main focus has been content creation with sports, specifically high school, my roles have covered a large base of responsibilities. Along with creating content for television, radio, and digital platforms, as the lead sports content producer for SDPB, all story ideas, strategies, and distribution plans have come through me. I work extremely well with others and always try to bring a string of positivity to whatever project or goal is at hand.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Content Producer
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
Vermillion, SD
10.2014 - Current
- Produced engaging multimedia content for broadcast television, radio newscasts, and digital platforms, enhancing audience reach and engagement.
- Collaborated with production teams to develop scripts, storyboards, and creative concepts for various media projects.
- Managed editorial calendars to ensure timely delivery of high-quality content across multiple channels.
- Oversaw post-production processes, including editing audio and video materials for clarity and impact.
- Mentored junior content producers, fostering skills in storytelling and technical production techniques.
- Implemented workflow improvements that streamlined content creation processes, reducing turnaround time on projects.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams, contributing innovative ideas for new projects or campaigns.
Radio Intern
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
Vermillion, SD
05.2012 - 05.2014
- Assisted in producing daily radio shows, ensuring smooth on-air transitions.
- Conducted research for content development, enhancing program relevance and listener engagement.
- Operated audio equipment during live broadcasts, maintaining high sound quality standards.
- Edited recorded segments for clarity and brevity, improving overall program flow.
- Supported event coordination efforts for station promotions and community outreach initiatives.
- Gathered news stories from various sources for timely reporting during hourly updates.
- Developed strong relationships with local businesses through outreach efforts, fostering positive partnerships within the community.
News and Sports Director
KSDJ Radio
Brookings, SD
08.2011 - 10.2013
- Coordinated scheduling of events, ensuring efficient use of facilities and resources.
- Managed budgets for sports programs, optimizing expenditure while maintaining quality services.
- Collaborated with coaches to assess athlete progress and adjust training strategies accordingly.
- Launched sports broadcasting for SDSU football and basketball games, which is continuing to this day.
Education
Associate of Arts - Journalism Broadcasting
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD05.2014
Skills
- Content strategy development
- Content production
- Video editing
- Audience engagement
- Multimedia production
- Web analytics
- Podcast production
- Interactive content design
- Mobile content creation
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Video production
- Multitasking and organization
- Content scheduling
- Content planning
- Social media content campaigns
- Content editing
- Deadline management
- Creative writing
- Editing and proofreading
Timeline
Sports Content Producer
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
10.2014 - Current
Radio Intern
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
05.2012 - 05.2014
News and Sports Director
KSDJ Radio
08.2011 - 10.2013
Associate of Arts - Journalism Broadcasting
South Dakota State University