I’m Daniel J. Collins, a versatile voice talent, radio broadcaster, and audio engineer with experience in on-air hosting, narration, audio production, and live events. I deliver engaging narration for business, creative, and educational projects, backed by a hands-on home studio and professional AV capabilities. I thrive in both the creative storytelling side and the technical sound engineering side, bringing a veteran mindset to audio video production. From volunteering at community stations to leading AV teams for large corporate events, I blend storytelling with technical precision to engage audiences and ensure seamless event execution across broadcast, studio, and live environments.

Daniel J. Collins

I’m Daniel J. Collins, a versatile voice talent, radio broadcaster, and audio engineer with experience in on-air hosting, narration, audio production, and live events. I deliver engaging narration for business, creative, and educational projects, backed by a hands-on home studio and professional AV capabilities. I thrive in both the creative storytelling side and the technical sound engineering side, bringing a veteran mindset to audio video production. From volunteering at community stations to leading AV teams for large corporate events, I blend storytelling with technical precision to engage audiences and ensure seamless event execution across broadcast, studio, and live environments.

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I’m Daniel J. Collins, a versatile voice talent, radio broadcaster, and audio engineer with experience in on-air hosting, narration, audio production, and live events. I deliver engaging narration for business, creative, and educational projects, backed by a hands-on home studio and professional AV capabilities. I thrive in both the creative storytelling side and the technical sound engineering side, bringing a veteran mindset to audio video production.

From volunteering at community stations to leading AV teams for large corporate events, I blend storytelling with technical precision to engage audiences and ensure seamless event execution across broadcast, studio, and live environments.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

On-Air Host & Audio Producer (Volunteer) at KXCI 91.3 FM
January 1, 2025 - October 30, 2025
Host live on-air programming, curating music, interviews, and community content. Assist with audio production, editing, and promotional elements. Completed Radio Broadcasting Training Program – Foundation for Creative Broadcasting (2025).
Production / Audio Engineer / Talent at Sandusky & Hubbard Radio
December 31, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Produced the afternoon drive-time show on 98.9 KWJZ FM. Provided voiceover for station elements and on-air hosting. Maintained studios, trained staff, managed transmitter sites, and supported live remote broadcasts.
Production Intern / Board Operator / On-Air Talent at Clear Channel Seattle
December 31, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Produced radio shows (KJR 95.7, KFNK 104.9), ran boards, and created station imaging. Served as on-air contributor and provided technical production support.
On-Air Host & Audio Production Assistant (Volunteer) at KBCS 91.3 FM
December 31, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Operated boards and assisted in audio production for radio programming. Hosted live segments and community announcements. Earned Basic Broadcasting Certificate (2010).
AV Technician (Part-Time) at Pinnacle Live
October 1, 2024 - October 30, 2025
Set up, operate, and strike AV equipment for live hotel events. Support clients with AV needs, ensuring professional live production and seamless event execution.
AV Services Event Technician (Contract) at Robert Half at Perkins Coie LLP
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Directed hybrid corporate events on Teams, Zoom, and WebEx. Managed pre/post production, technical troubleshooting, and event recordings.
AV Events Senior Technician (Technical Director) at Compass Group at Microsoft
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Ran Teams Live broadcasts, Tricasters, cameras, and audio boards. Integrated captioning, handled live switching, and produced executive-level events.
Contract Audio Engineer / Camera Operator at ProMotion Arts
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Operated Tricasters, camera and audio gear/PA systems for corporate events.
On-Air Host & Audio Producer (Volunteer) at KXCI 91.3 FM
January 1, 2025 - November 19, 2025
Host live on-air programming, curating music, interviews, and community content. Assist with audio production, editing, and promotional elements. Completed Radio Broadcasting Training Program – Foundation for Creative Broadcasting (2025).
Production / Audio Engineer / Talent at Sandusky & Hubbard Radio
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Produced the afternoon drive-time show on 98.9 KWJZ FM. Provided voiceover for station elements and on-air hosting. Maintained studios, trained staff, managed transmitter sites, and supported live remote broadcasts.
Production Intern / Board Operator / On-Air Talent at Clear Channel Seattle
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Produced radio shows (KJR 95.7, KFNK 104.9), ran boards, and created station imaging. Served as on-air contributor and provided technical production support.
On-Air Host & Audio Production Assistant (Volunteer) at KBCS 91.3 FM
January 1, 2010 - November 19, 2025
Operated boards and assisted in audio production for radio programming. Hosted live segments and community announcements.
Event Services AV Technician (Part-Time) at Pinnacle Live
October 1, 2024 - November 19, 2025
Set up, operate, and strike AV equipment for live hotel events. Support clients with AV needs, ensuring professional live production and seamless event execution.
AV Services Event Technician (Contract) at Robert Half at Perkins Coie LLP
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Directed hybrid corporate events on Teams, Zoom, and WebEx. Managed pre/post production, technical troubleshooting, and event recordings.
AV Events Senior Technician (Technical Director) at Compass Group at Microsoft
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Ran Teams Live broadcasts, Tricasters, cameras, and audio boards. Integrated captioning, handled live switching, and produced executive-level events.
Contract Audio Engineer / Camera Operator at ProMotion Arts
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Operated Tricasters, camera and audio gear/PA systems for corporate events.
Production / Audio Engineer / Talent at Sandusky & Hubbard Radio
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2016
Produced the afternoon drive-time show on 98.9 KWJZ FM. Provided voiceover for station elements and on-air hosting. Maintained studios, trained staff, managed transmitter sites, and supported live remote broadcasts.
Production Intern / Board Operator / On-Air Talent at Clear Channel Seattle
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2008
Produced radio shows (KJR 95.7, KFNK 104.9), ran boards, and created station imaging. Served as on-air contributor and provided technical production support.
AV Services Event Technician (Contract) at Robert Half at Perkins Coie LLP
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Directed hybrid corporate events on Teams, Zoom, and WebEx. Managed pre/post production, technical troubleshooting, and event recordings.
AV Events Senior Technician (Technical Director) at Compass Group at Microsoft
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021
Ran Teams Live broadcasts, Tricasters, cameras, and audio boards. Integrated captioning, handled live switching, and produced executive-level events.
Contract Audio Engineer / Camera Operator at ProMotion Arts
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Operated Tricasters, cameras, and audio gear/PA systems for corporate events.

Education

Radio Broadcasting Training at KXCI 91.3 FM
January 1, 2025 - October 30, 2025
Basic Broadcasting Certificate at KBCS 91.3 FM
January 1, 2010 - October 30, 2025
Communications / Radio Broadcasting Certificate at Bellevue College
January 1, 2005 - October 30, 2025
Radio/TV Broadcasting at KASB 89.3 FM – Bellevue High School
January 1, 2004 - October 30, 2025
Radio Broadcasting Training at KXCI 91.3 FM
January 1, 2025 - November 19, 2025
Basic Broadcasting Certificate at KBCS 91.3 FM
January 1, 2010 - November 19, 2025
Communications / Radio Broadcasting Certificate at Bellevue College
January 1, 2005 - November 19, 2025
Radio/TV Broadcasting at KASB 89.3 FM (Bellevue High School)
January 1, 2004 - November 19, 2025
Radio Broadcasting Training at KXCI 91.3 FM
January 1, 2025 - December 8, 2025
Basic Broadcasting Certificate at KBCS 91.3 FM
January 1, 2010 - December 8, 2025
Communications / Radio Broadcasting Certificate at Bellevue College
January 1, 2005 - December 8, 2025
Radio/TV Broadcasting at KASB 89.3 FM – Bellevue High School
January 1, 2004 - December 8, 2025

Qualifications

Radio Broadcasting Training
January 1, 2025 - October 30, 2025
Basic Broadcasting Certificate
January 1, 2010 - October 30, 2025
Radio Broadcasting Training
January 1, 2025 - November 19, 2025
Basic Broadcasting Certificate
January 1, 2010 - November 19, 2025
Radio/TV Broadcasting
January 1, 2004 - November 19, 2025
Radio Broadcasting Training Program – Foundation for Creative Broadcasting
January 1, 2025 - December 8, 2025
Basic Broadcasting Certificate
January 1, 2010 - December 8, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other