I have over 20 years of experience in shooting and editing news, features, and sporting events with proficiency in multiple camera types and editing software. I am passionate about live event filming and field editing, adapting quickly to shifting deadlines and priorities. I enjoy mentoring younger employees and solving problems to provide professional and quality content across various media departments. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively in news sports videography and editing, mastering equipment operations including master control and live broadcasting setups. My skills extend to commercial spots, public relations, music production, and social media development, ensuring versatile and professional output tailored to multiple departments.

Matt Infante

I have over 20 years of experience in shooting and editing news, features, and sporting events with proficiency in multiple camera types and editing software. I am passionate about live event filming and field editing, adapting quickly to shifting deadlines and priorities. I enjoy mentoring younger employees and solving problems to provide professional and quality content across various media departments. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively in news sports videography and editing, mastering equipment operations including master control and live broadcasting setups. My skills extend to commercial spots, public relations, music production, and social media development, ensuring versatile and professional output tailored to multiple departments.

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I have over 20 years of experience in shooting and editing news, features, and sporting events with proficiency in multiple camera types and editing software. I am passionate about live event filming and field editing, adapting quickly to shifting deadlines and priorities. I enjoy mentoring younger employees and solving problems to provide professional and quality content across various media departments.

Throughout my career, I have worked extensively in news sports videography and editing, mastering equipment operations including master control and live broadcasting setups. My skills extend to commercial spots, public relations, music production, and social media development, ensuring versatile and professional output tailored to multiple departments.

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Work Experience

Videographer/Editor - Sports/News at Spectrum Bay News 9 - St. Petersburg, FL
July 1, 2018 - Present
Captured compelling video of live sporting, feature, and news events using multiple cameras and microphones. Utilized light kits to ensure proper lighting and adapted to changing deadlines and priorities while aligning work with editorial standards. Performed remote video editing from home.
Production Specialist I at Spectrum Bay News 9 - St. Petersburg, FL
July 1, 2018 - Present
Monitored master control coverage for broadcast output and content discrepancies. Operated audio for live/recorded news and sports content. Edited and ingested stories for live shots and managed live event camera operation along with setup and strike crews.
Videographer/Editor at Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. - WKBN/WYTV - Youngstown, OH
April 1, 2018 - August 22, 2025
Shot and edited deadline-driven stories for multiple 90-minute newscasts. Operated live trucks and TVU backpacks for live web streaming. Performed quick-turnaround field editing using linear and non-linear systems. Managed lighting setups and gear for video and photo events. Traveled extensively for feature, sports, and breaking news coverage.
Operations Engineer at Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. - WKBN/WYTV - Youngstown, OH
April 1, 2018 - August 22, 2025
Operated master control programming and timing, mixed audio, and managed video switch boards for live and post-production broadcasts. Recorded and databased commercials and show segments. Performed satellite and live truck transmissions.
Public Programs Department Intern at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – Cleveland, OH
September 1, 2002 - August 22, 2025
Assisted with studio engineering and guest host relations for radio broadcasts. Helped promote events and assisted in MTV’s Live at the Rock Hall summer concert series.
Videographer/Editor - Sports/News at Spectrum Bay News 9 - St. Petersburg, FL
July 1, 2018 - Present
Captured compelling video of live sporting, feature, and news events utilizing multiple cameras and microphones. Used light kits for proper lighting and adapted to shifting deadlines while aligning work with editorial standards. Edited video remotely from home.
Production Specialist I at Spectrum Bay News 9 - St. Petersburg, FL
July 1, 2018 - Present
Monitored master control coverage for broadcast output discrepancies, operated audio for live and recorded news and sports content, managed story ingestion and editing, set live shots and recordings, and served as live event camera operator and setup/strike crew.
Videographer/Editor at Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. - WKBN/WYTV - Youngstown, OH
April 1, 2018 - August 22, 2025
Shot and edited stories on deadline for multiple 90-minute newscasts using linear and non-linear editing systems. Operated live truck and TVU backpack for live web streaming. Managed lighting set up and gear for video and photo events. Gained experience traveling for features, sports, and breaking news events.
Operations Engineer at Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. - WKBN/WYTV - Youngstown, OH
April 1, 2018 - August 22, 2025
Operated master control for program timing, audio mixing and video-switch board for live newscasts and post production. Recorded and managed data for commercial spots and show segments, as well as satellite and live truck transmission operations.
Public Programs Department Intern at Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – Cleveland, OH
September 1, 2002 - August 22, 2025
Assisted with studio engineering and guest host relations for radio broadcast. Promoted events and supported MTV’s Live at the Rock Hall summer concert series.

Education

Diploma at Ohio Center for Broadcasting
September 1, 2001 - July 1, 2002
Telecommunications Major (All prerequisite coursework completed) at Youngstown State University
September 1, 1996 - June 1, 2000
Diploma at Ohio Center for Broadcasting
September 1, 2001 - July 1, 2002
Telecommunications Major (No degree conferred) at Youngstown State University
September 1, 1996 - June 1, 2000

Qualifications

Certification in television and radio broadcasting, production techniques, and studio operations
September 1, 2001 - July 1, 2002
Diploma in Television and Radio Broadcasting, Production Techniques, and Studio Operations
September 1, 2001 - July 1, 2002

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services