I am a radio, podcasting, and TV professional with a passion for producing and managing compelling audio content. My journey in the industry has equipped me with the skills to deliver high-quality podcasts by working closely with hosts, guests, and technical teams. I thrive in dynamic environments and take pride in achieving exceptional results while adapting to evolving project needs.

Christopher Bivona

I am a radio, podcasting, and TV professional with a passion for producing and managing compelling audio content. My journey in the industry has equipped me with the skills to deliver high-quality podcasts by working closely with hosts, guests, and technical teams. I thrive in dynamic environments and take pride in achieving exceptional results while adapting to evolving project needs.

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I am a radio, podcasting, and TV professional with a passion for producing and managing compelling audio content. My journey in the industry has equipped me with the skills to deliver high-quality podcasts by working closely with hosts, guests, and technical teams. I thrive in dynamic environments and take pride in achieving exceptional results while adapting to evolving project needs.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Video and Radio Producer at SportGrid Network
April 1, 2024 - Present
Continued production responsibilities including live multi-platform broadcasts, editing, promotional imaging, and multi-camera/radio simulcast workflows.
Senior Budtender/Associate Manager at Lenox Hill Cannabis Company
January 1, 2024 - Present
Organized inventory for distribution, updated company website product availability information, discussed customer habits, injuries, and overall wellness, helped new customers find best-fit products, and used CO VA programming. Managed and updated social media accounts on Instagram and TikTok. Learned and discussed products with vendors Red Apple Media Group.
Podcast and Audio Imaging Producer at Red Apple Media Group
December 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Produced and distributed podcasts across platforms including Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Amazon, and Google Podcasts; created and edited WABCradio.com and RedApplePodcastNetwork.com podcast assets. Trained associate producers using Megaphone. Provided podcast statistics for sales teams; wrote and submitted commercials and show promos for radio distribution as Audio Imaging Producer. Expanded distribution of WABC’s podcasts including On the Border with James Golden, The Flex with Constantine Maroulis, and One Tough Podcast with Bo Dietl. Provided research and assistance for 77W ABC celebrating 100 years of radio, and demonstrated interim creative direction leadership. Created voiceovers and imaging for SportGrid’s local radio simulcasts and iHeart Radio.
Podcasting & Imaging Producer at Red Apple Media Group – WABC 770AM
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Organized and consolidated all existing podcasts into a unified playback system. Direct assistant to the Creative Director of Imaging. Filled in as Creative Director during absences. Produced imaging and creative audio assets for station branding.
Video and Radio Producer at SportGrid Network
March 1, 2013 - December 31, 2021
Managed audio board operations, connected remote hosts, and handled listener calls while producing live SportGrid content for multiple shows. Led multi-camera shoots and facilitated radio show simulcasting across platforms including SportGrid Network TV, iHeart Radio, TuneIn, Stitcher, Xumo, and Pluto TV. Edited post-production audio and visual footage and created promotional imaging. Built SportGrid’s imaging and production workflow from the ground up, improving content quality through collaboration with vendors, agencies, and crews. Produced award-winning daily morning radio shows including The Morning After, Fantasy Sports Today with Craig Mish, Ferrall Coast to Coast with Scott Ferrall, Fantasy Freestyle, and In This League; also served as co-producer for Carton and Friends with Craig Carton.
Radio & Podcast Producer | Imaging Producer | PT Host at SportsGrid Inc.
January 1, 2013 - Present
Lead producer for all radio programming across the network. Pioneered and produced all voiceover imaging for the SportsGrid radio channel. Supported live broadcasts, hosts and breaking sports coverage. Served as part-time on-air host and fill-in news anchor. Maintained consistent programming quality under live, fast-paced conditions.
Associate Producer in Sports Programming at SiriusXM Radio
August 1, 2007 - December 31, 2016
Collaborated with executive and programming teams to design sports radio programs including Bleacher Report Radio. Directed audio board operations for talk shows such as Mad Dog Radio, NFL Radio, NBA Radio, Bleacher Report Radio, and SiriusXM Rush. Defined show sound elements and created audio content while leading production procedures. Trained and supervised technical assistants and audio board operators. Played a critical role in the expansion of SiriusXM Fight Channel and served as a prominent supervisor for all play-by-play. Managed radio production for major events including NASCAR’s Daytona 500, NFL Super Bowls, UFC events, boxing matches, college bowl games, March Madness, the Olympics, and NBA Finals. Reported breaking news including LeBron James’s signing with the Cleveland Cavaliers and produced the late-night Fantasy Sports Radio show featuring former adult film star Lisa Ann.
Supervisor, Sports Play-by-Play | Producer at SiriusXM
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2016
Supervised live play-by-play operations for NFL, NBA, NASCAR, College Sports, and Tennis. Producer for NFL Radio and Fantasy Sports Radio. Editor for SiriusXM Sports Newsroom. Managed live broadcast logistics and talent coordination.

Education

at Monmouth University
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025
at Connecticut School of Broadcasting
January 11, 2030 - December 16, 2025
Radio & Television at R adio and Tele v is io n Degr ee - Connecticut School of Broadcasting, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
January 11, 2030 - July 7, 2026
Bachelor of Arts at Monmouth University
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2007
Certification at Connecticut School of Broadcasting
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2007

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Industry Experience

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