I am a storyteller and audience builder with 20+ years of radio broadcasting, audio engineering, podcasting, digital content creation, social media management, editing, marketing, advising, and teaching. My expertise also encompasses audience engagement, web design, branding, video production, photography, and digital content monetization. I thrive in collaborative environments where I can lead teams toward creative and operational goals, staying current with emerging trends in journalism and digital media. Whether managing a top-rated morning radio show or overseeing digital operations at publishing companies, I bring a resourceful and innovative approach to media and communications.

NIC HOLAS KRATSAS

I am a storyteller and audience builder with 20+ years of radio broadcasting, audio engineering, podcasting, digital content creation, social media management, editing, marketing, advising, and teaching. My expertise also encompasses audience engagement, web design, branding, video production, photography, and digital content monetization. I thrive in collaborative environments where I can lead teams toward creative and operational goals, staying current with emerging trends in journalism and digital media. Whether managing a top-rated morning radio show or overseeing digital operations at publishing companies, I bring a resourceful and innovative approach to media and communications.

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I am a storyteller and audience builder with 20+ years of radio broadcasting, audio engineering, podcasting, digital content creation, social media management, editing, marketing, advising, and teaching. My expertise also encompasses audience engagement, web design, branding, video production, photography, and digital content monetization.

I thrive in collaborative environments where I can lead teams toward creative and operational goals, staying current with emerging trends in journalism and digital media. Whether managing a top-rated morning radio show or overseeing digital operations at publishing companies, I bring a resourceful and innovative approach to media and communications.

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Work Experience

Adjunct Professor at Reed School of Media and Communications, West Virginia University
August 1, 2024 - Present
Develop and teach a course on podcasting, prepare course materials including syllabi, assignments, and exams, evaluate and grade students' work promptly, hold office hours to assist and mentor students, and stay current with developments in podcasting and journalism to keep course content up to date.
Digital Media Adviser and Radio Station Manager at West Virginia University
October 1, 2018 - Present
Teach and advise media students across student newspaper, campus radio, and marketing agency staffs. Oversee Broadcast Adviser for station management and compliance. Conduct training in reporting, editing, writing, interview skills, newsroom management, media ethics, AP styling, digital-first initiatives, broadcast news and sports radio projects, podcast scripting and publishing, marketing initiatives, and best industry practices. Advise on podcasts, video, web design, CMS, newsletters, social media, SEO, analytics, advertising, marketing, revenue, and audience engagement. Manage department logistics including staffing, budgeting, contracts, vendor and technical oversight.
Digital Operations Director at Observer Publishing
October 31, 2018 - September 5, 2025
Oversaw digital operations for multiple publications including content curation, website design, CMS, apps, and social media. Managed digital staff and collaborated with newspaper departments to increase readership and revenue. Produced award-winning editorial content and contributed to daily newspaper planning, marketing events, and subscription efforts.
Morning Show Producer at News Radio 1020 KDKA
October 31, 2013 - September 5, 2025
Produced Pittsburgh's top-rated morning radio show, leading on-air hosts, production, and newsroom for on-air and online content including podcasts, events, and live broadcasts. Created award-winning content, hosted talk radio, contributed to news programming, and show development.

Education

Master of Science in Journalism at West Virginia University
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025
Media Communications at University of Pittsburgh
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025

Qualifications

Distinguished Adviser Award
September 4, 2025 - September 4, 2025
Annual award presented by the College Media Association

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services