Wil Strayhorn

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WIL STRAYHORN

 Wil@WilStrayhorn.com

 

Professional Summary

Charismatic Media Personality with knowledge and experience in broadcasting news, TV talk show hosting and talk radio in a scripted and
non-scripted format. Published contributing writer & editor to magazines and online blogs. Poised and confident with a strong
speaking voice and a talent for on-air interviewing.

 

Skills

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Works well under pressure Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Deadline-driven Experience in writing for TV, Radio and Digital Media
Skilled multi-tasker Investigative & Research skills

Articulate and well spoken Social Media Management

Final Cut Pro experience
Video Editing with Camera shooting

 

Work History

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Radio Host 06/2016 to 2017
WODU Studios – Norfolk, Virginia

Introduced shows on the air and announced station breaks, commercials and public service information.
Oversee all phases of production for, LET'S FACE IT WITH WIL STRAYHORN & FRIENDS.
Create weekly scripts, book and prep guests and talent
Research, develop and execute show topics.
Boosts LET'S FACE IT WITH WIL STRAYHORN & FRIENDS audience via targeted social media marketing.
Create and produce all promotional and marketing materials.

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Anchor, Editing Manager, Reporter
ODU TV-NEWS – Norfolk, Virginia

Contributes to the weekly operation of the student-run campus news studio.
Writes anchor introductions, scripts, readers and teases for weekly news broadcasts.
Create news packages, pitch news stories, research subject matter and interview guests.
Videotape and edit footage utilizing Final Cut Pro to finalize a polished piece for broadcast.

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TV Talk Show Co-Host 12/2015 to 05/2016
Live with Christine – Virginia Beach, Virginia

Successfully orchestrated, produced & co-hosted the broadcast production of a weekly 30-minute tv talk show
Interviewed show's guests of varied and diverse backgrounds regarding various topics of current interest.
Generate TV show ideas based on trendy topics and popular demand.
Create and implement online social media strategies and plans
Responsible for creating new segments, "Look the Part".

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Guest TV Makeup-Artist Expert 07/2014 to 07/2014
Live To Sparkle – Chesapeake, Virginia

Presented the contestants with an on-air makeup challenge and helped deliberate over the winner.

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EDUCATION

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Masters of Science:  Marketing (Digital Marketing & Advertising) - May 2020

Liberty University - Lynchburg Virginia

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Master of Arts: Human Services Counseling - August 2018

Liberty University - Lynchburg Virginia

3.66

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Bachelor of Science: Communications with an emphasis in Media Studies - May 2017
Old Dominion University - Norfolk, Virginia

1.                                                                                                                                3.6 GPA

Tau Sigma Academic Honor Society

 

 

Associate of Science: Social Sciences – May 2015
Tidewater Community College - Virginia Beach, Virginia

3.2 GPA
Graduated Cum Laude

Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society

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