I'm Stephen R. Douglin, a communications professional with hands-on experience in video production, field engineering, and campus media operations. I thrive at the intersection of technology and storytelling, turning ideas into engaging, well-produced content while ensuring reliable technical performance. I'm eager to bring my experience coordinating on-site coverage, editing, and show control to new opportunities in programming, video production, and sports direction, helping teams deliver high-quality media experiences.…

Stephen R. Douglin

I'm Stephen R. Douglin, a communications professional with hands-on experience in video production, field engineering, and campus media operations. I thrive at the intersection of technology and storytelling, turning ideas into engaging, well-produced content while ensuring reliable technical performance. I'm eager to bring my experience coordinating on-site coverage, editing, and show control to new opportunities in programming, video production, and sports direction, helping teams deliver high-quality media experiences.…

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I’m Stephen R. Douglin, a communications professional with hands-on experience in video production, field engineering, and campus media operations. I thrive at the intersection of technology and storytelling, turning ideas into engaging, well-produced content while ensuring reliable technical performance.

I’m eager to bring my experience coordinating on-site coverage, editing, and show control to new opportunities in programming, video production, and sports direction, helping teams deliver high-quality media experiences.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Video Coordinator at Esquire Deposition Solution, LLC
October 1, 2019 - July 1, 2022
Convert media formats to meet department standard formats; Synchronize video to transcripts and hyperlink exhibit files; Check video jobs into internal systems
Field Engineer at ESPN
December 1, 2019 - July 1, 2022
Field production support; install and maintain technical systems; assist with on-site filming and shot coordination
Peach Bowl Field Engineer at VanWagner
January 1, 2019 - July 1, 2022
Wrapping and pulling XLR cabling; film on-site sporting events; support director’s shot planning to maximize programming efficiency
Super Bowl Field Engineer at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2022
Cable management; on-site filming; support for live production and shot execution
NIU Media Service Technician at NIU Media Service
April 1, 2014 - June 1, 2017
Camera setup and breakdown; quality control in audio design and graphic design; on-site sports filming; show control for big-board graphics; technical directing for camera shots
Video Producer at The Northern Star, NIU
February 1, 2014 - May 1, 2014
Directing and filming on-site events; interview and edit video capture
Sports Programmer Internship at SiriusXM Radio
September 1, 2011 - December 1, 2011
Edited audio with Adobe Audition; scheduled on-air interviewers; analyzed box scores and injury/fantasy updates; assisted daily operations for The SiriusXM Blitz
Board Operator at WKRB Radio, Kingsborough Community College
September 1, 2009 - December 1, 2011
Transmitting news updates; editing PSAs; on-air talent coordination and local/regional news updates
Vice President at WKRB Radio, Kingsborough Community College
September 1, 2011 - December 1, 2011
Budget documentation; department oversight; coordinating on-air talent and news updates
Secretary at WKRB Radio, Kingsborough Community College
September 1, 2010 - September 1, 2011
Authorized budget documents; organized on-air talent and news updates
Volunteer Assistant Director/Camera Crew at KCC-TV
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Assisted with developing class projects; managed camera positions, audio levels, and cueing talent; on-transition camera work
Peach Bowl Field Engineer at Van Wagner (Vanwagner)
January 1, 2019 - July 1, 2022
Field engineering for major football events; setup and maintenance of field audio/video systems; on-site production support.
Media Service Technician at NIU Media Service
April 1, 2014 - June 1, 2017
Camera setup/breakdown; quality control in audio design and graphic/wire placement; on-site filming of sports events; show control for big-board graphics; technical direction for camera switching.
Volunteer Intern, Sports Programmer at SiriusXM Radio
September 1, 2011 - December 1, 2011
Edited audio using Adobe Audition; scheduled on-air interviewers; analyzed box scores, injury updates, and fantasy updates; supported daily operations of The SiriusXM Blitz.
Vice President at WKRB Radio
September 1, 2011 - December 1, 2011
Produced documents for budget approval; oversaw on-air talent and news updates; ensured department coordination.
Secretary at WKRB Radio
September 1, 2010 - September 1, 2011
Authorized budget documents; organized on-air talent and news updates for local and regional categories.
Board Operator at WKRB Radio
September 1, 2009 - December 1, 2011
Edited PSAs; translated news updates; transmitted Brooklyn Cyclones WKRB minor league baseball coverage; managed audio levels.
Board Operator at WKRB Radio
September 1, 2005 - June 1, 2006
Edited PSAs; translated news updates; transmitted Brooklyn Cyclones WKRB minor league baseball coverage; maintained audio levels.
Volunteer/Assistant Director at KCC-TV, Kingsborough Community College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Directed evolving class project; ensured shot order, audio levels, camera positions, talent placement; acted as Floor Manager; executed transitions and mic setup.
Technical Director / Camera Technician at NIU Media Service, Northern Illinois University
April 1, 2014 - June 1, 2017
Putting a camera together and breaking it down; Quality Control in audio design, graphic design, and wire placement; Filming on-site sporting events; Show control for big-board graphics; Technical Director for camera shot switching
Video Producer at The Northern Star, Northern Illinois University
February 1, 2014 - May 1, 2014
Directing and filming on-site events; Interviewing and editing video capture
Volunteer at KCC-TV, Kingsborough Community College
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Director on developing class project; manage audio levels, camera positions, and talent cues; oversee transitions and microphone setup
President at NIU Off-Campus & Non-Traditional Student Services
August 1, 2014 - September 1, 2014
Led student services initiatives; Eli Whitney Awards recipient
Eli Whitney Award at NIU Off-Campus & Non-Traditional Student Services
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017
Award recognition

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at Northern Illinois University (NIU), DeKalb, IL
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2017
Associate of Applied Science at Kingsborough Community College (KCC), Brooklyn, NY
September 9, 2009 - December 21, 2011
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at Northern Illinois University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2017
Digital Media Production Certificate at Northern Illinois University
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026
Associate of Applied Science at Kingsborough Community College
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2011
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at Northern Illinois University (NIU)
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2017
Associate of Applied Science in Media Technology and Management at Kingsborough Community College (KCC)
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2011

Qualifications

Eli Whitney Award
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2017
Eli Whitney Award
May 1, 2017 - January 21, 2026
Certificate: Digital Media Production
January 11, 2030 - January 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Transportation & Logistics

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