John K. Asante in New Rochelle, NY | George Washington University - Georgia State University

John K. Asante

Male, 32 years old

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Radio producer working on a live, midday, call-in news talk show. Experience working on short and long form pieces, pre-recorded and live shows, writing scripts, and editing audio on tight deadlines. Producing a podcast (Whisper Cities: whispercities.org) that explores stories about people, places, and things that are overheard and out-of-sight in metropolitan areas. Freelance reporting for NPR from time to time. Interests/experience in producing content or a variety of topics: communication, arts and entertainment, culture, music, sports, public affairs, and education. Specialties Writing, editing, tracking pieces, conducting interviews, interview transcription, booking guests for interviews, voice-overs, in-depth research, tape-synchs, controlling sound boards, social networking (Facebook, Tumblr, Twitter). Proficient in various non-linear audio editing programs, including: Final Cut Pro, Adobe Audition, CoolEdit, Dalet, and Reaper. Skilled use of portable audio recorders, D-SLR cameras, and professional-grade video cameras. read more ...