I am an award-winning Broadcast Media Executive with 35+ years of leadership in on-air talent, production management, brand strategy, and AI-driven voice training. I am known for elevating audience engagement, directing high-performing teams, and delivering innovative media solutions across traditional and emerging platforms. In my roles, I direct production operations, mentor staff to broadcast-quality standards, develop engaging programming and conduct high-profile interviews, and collaborate with sales teams to craft impactful advertising campaigns. I also contribute as a remote Voice Over Expert and AI Training Annotator, providing professional recordings and language data evaluation to improve machine learning outputs.

Kathleen McLean

I am an award-winning Broadcast Media Executive with 35+ years of leadership in on-air talent, production management, brand strategy, and AI-driven voice training. I am known for elevating audience engagement, directing high-performing teams, and delivering innovative media solutions across traditional and emerging platforms. In my roles, I direct production operations, mentor staff to broadcast-quality standards, develop engaging programming and conduct high-profile interviews, and collaborate with sales teams to craft impactful advertising campaigns. I also contribute as a remote Voice Over Expert and AI Training Annotator, providing professional recordings and language data evaluation to improve machine learning outputs.

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I am an award-winning Broadcast Media Executive with 35+ years of leadership in on-air talent, production management, brand strategy, and AI-driven voice training. I am known for elevating audience engagement, directing high-performing teams, and delivering innovative media solutions across traditional and emerging platforms.

In my roles, I direct production operations, mentor staff to broadcast-quality standards, develop engaging programming and conduct high-profile interviews, and collaborate with sales teams to craft impactful advertising campaigns. I also contribute as a remote Voice Over Expert and AI Training Annotator, providing professional recordings and language data evaluation to improve machine learning outputs.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

On-Air Radio Personality at Seven Mountains Media
November 1, 2013 - Present
Developed innovative content for radio show segments and interviews; organized promotional events to increase viewership and listenership; conducted on-air interviews with guests; edited audio recordings for broadcast quality.
Freelance Assistant Creative and Production at Advantage Systems/Commercial Success
July 1, 2006 - Present
Researched small companies in other markets and wrote copy to help brand awareness; produced memorable radio donut ads for future promotions; created a specific brand image for small companies.
Traffic Anchor at Entercom
May 1, 2013 - August 1, 2013
Read news flashes to inform audiences of important events; researched information outlets for updates on traffic flow; wrote and delivered on-air updated reports to company radio stations.
Radio On-Air Personality / Content Developer at Seven Mountains Media, Olean
November 1, 2013 - Present
Developed innovative content for radio show segments and interviews. Organized promotional events to increase viewership and listenership. Conducted on-air interviews with special guests, celebrities, and other public figures. Edited audio recordings for broadcast quality.
Director of Production Services at Seven Mountains Media, Olean
November 1, 2024 - Present
Developed creative strategies to ensure brand recognition and timely delivery of on-air commercial. Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress, identify issues, and devise solutions. Monitored performance of the production team to ensure efficiency and accuracy in meeting deadlines.
Freelance Assistant Creative and Production at Advantage Systems/Commercial Success, East Rochester
July 1, 2006 - Present
Researched small companies in other markets and wrote copy to help brand awareness. Produced memorable radio donut ads that could be tailored for future promotions. Created a specific brand image for small companies.
Traffic Anchor at Entercom, Rochester
May 1, 2013 - Present
Read news flashes to inform audiences of important events. Researched information outlets for updates on traffic flow. Wrote and delivered on-air updated reports to company radio stations.
Radio Content Developer at Seven Mountains Media, Olean
November 1, 2013 - Present
Developed innovative content for radio show segments and interviews; organized promotional events to increase viewership and listenership; conducted on-air interviews with special guests; edited audio recordings for broadcast quality.
Director of Production Services at Seven Mountains Media/Community Broadcasters
November 1, 2013 - Present
Developed creative strategies to ensure brand recognition and timely delivery of on-air commercial; Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress, identify issues, and devise solutions; Monitored performance of the production team to ensure efficiency and accuracy in meeting deadlines.
Director of Production Services & On-Air Radio Personality at Seven Mountains Media
January 1, 2013 - Present
Lead production operations and oversee creative strategy and commercial delivery. Direct and mentor production staff to maintain broadcast-quality standards. Develop and host engaging programming and conduct high-profile interviews. Collaborate with sales teams to create impactful advertising campaigns.
Freelance Creative & Production Specialist at Advantage Systems / Commercial Success
January 1, 2006 - Present
Develop strategic copy and branded messaging for multi-market businesses. Produce adaptable advertising campaigns and cohesive brand identities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at SUNY at Fredonia
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1990
Bachelor of Arts at SUNY At Fredonia, Fredonia
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1990
Bachelor of Arts at SUNY At Fredonia, Fredonia
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1990
Bachelor of Arts in Theater Arts at SUNY at Fredonia
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1990
Bachelor of Arts Theater Arts at SUNY At Fredonia, Fredonia, NY
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 1990
Bachelor of Arts, Theater Arts at SUNY at Fredonia
January 11, 2030 - April 8, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Theater Arts at SUNY at Fredonia
January 11, 2030 - May 9, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Theater Arts at SUNY at Fredonia
January 11, 2030 - June 2, 2026
Bachelor of Arts, Theater Arts at SUNY at Fredonia
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026

Qualifications

Excellence in Broadcasting Award - Best Public Service Campaign
January 1, 2023 - January 15, 2026
Excellence in Broadcasting Award – Best Public Service Campaign
January 1, 2023 - April 8, 2026
Excellence in Broadcasting Award – Best Public Service Campaign (2023)
January 1, 2023 - May 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other