I’m Cate MacKenzie, an audio, music, and podcast production professional with hands-on experience editing, mixing, and mastering audio and video content for public media and live broadcast. I’m proficient in industry-standard tools like Adobe Audition and Descript, and I bring a keen ear for detail to every project. I’m collaborative, deadline-driven, and passionate about helping stories sound their best. I excel in podcast editing, field recording, and on-location liaison work, delivering end-to-end production from concept to publish-ready segments. I’ve supported planning for 20+ episodes, contributed to audience growth, and worked across platforms to ensure high-quality, engaging audio experiences. I enjoy partnering with producers, hosts, researchers, and engineers to craft compelling stories for listeners.…

Cate MacKenzie

I’m Cate MacKenzie, an audio, music, and podcast production professional with hands-on experience editing, mixing, and mastering audio and video content for public media and live broadcast. I’m proficient in industry-standard tools like Adobe Audition and Descript, and I bring a keen ear for detail to every project. I’m collaborative, deadline-driven, and passionate about helping stories sound their best. I excel in podcast editing, field recording, and on-location liaison work, delivering end-to-end production from concept to publish-ready segments. I’ve supported planning for 20+ episodes, contributed to audience growth, and worked across platforms to ensure high-quality, engaging audio experiences. I enjoy partnering with producers, hosts, researchers, and engineers to craft compelling stories for listeners.…

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I’m Cate MacKenzie, an audio, music, and podcast production professional with hands-on experience editing, mixing, and mastering audio and video content for public media and live broadcast. I’m proficient in industry-standard tools like Adobe Audition and Descript, and I bring a keen ear for detail to every project. I’m collaborative, deadline-driven, and passionate about helping stories sound their best.

I excel in podcast editing, field recording, and on-location liaison work, delivering end-to-end production from concept to publish-ready segments. I’ve supported planning for 20+ episodes, contributed to audience growth, and worked across platforms to ensure high-quality, engaging audio experiences. I enjoy partnering with producers, hosts, researchers, and engineers to craft compelling stories for listeners.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Podcasting Intern at Virginia Public Media (RVA’s Got Issues)
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Edited and enhanced 20 public media podcast episodes reaching 1,000+ listeners; curated intro/outro music; pitched segment ideas based on community research; improved episode clarity and consistency for weekly promos; maintained a detailed interviewee database; represented VPM during on-location field recordings; independently wrote, recorded, edited, mixed, and mastered one original episode end-to-end using Descript and Adobe Audition.
Radio DJ & Show Producer at WVCW Radio
February 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025
Managed 40+ live broadcasts with real-time level monitoring and issue troubleshooting; independently developed all show content, scripts, and guest/interview scheduling; researched topics and fact-checked to uphold broadcast standards and license compliance.
Freelance Guitarist & Social Media Manager at Independent Rock Band
September 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023
Performed 30+ live shows delivering polished, high-quality audio performances; grew the band’s digital presence to 800+ Instagram followers by creating engaging content, copy, and show promotions.
Freelance Bassist at VCU Jazz Ensembles
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
Performed with 5+ musicians for audiences of 100+ in formal concerts; demonstrated versatility across musical formats while maintaining precision and cohesion in live performance settings.
Podcasting Intern at Virginia Public Media
January 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Contributed to 20 episodes of a public media podcast by editing and enhancing raw audio, curating intro/outro music, and pitching segment ideas based on community research across Richmond. Improved episode clarity for weekly promos by identifying and mixing relevant audio bites with attention to audio quality. Maintained an interviewee database to support production planning for 20+ episodes. Served as a public-facing liaison during on-location field recordings, contributing to audience engagement growth. Independently wrote, recorded, edited, mixed, and mastered one original episode end-to-end using Descript and Adobe Audition.
Radio DJ & Show Producer at Viva La Woman (WVCW Radio)
February 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025
Ensured error-free audio quality across 40+ live broadcasts by monitoring levels and troubleshooting issues in real time. Independently developed all show content, scripts, and scheduled guests and live interviews for 40+ broadcasts. Respected broadcast standards and conducted topic research and fact-checking to uphold license requirements.

Education

B.S. in Mass Communications - Media Production; Minor in Music at Virginia Commonwealth University
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2025
Study Abroad Program at University of Westminster
January 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
B.S. at Virginia Commonwealth University
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2025
Spring 2024 Study Abroad Program at University of Westminster
January 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services
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