I am an Alum of Purdue University with a degree in Mass Media Communications and Professional Writing. I have lots of experience producing, writing, filming and editing, and more.

James M. Smith

I am an Alum of Purdue University with a degree in Mass Media Communications and Professional Writing. I have lots of experience producing, writing, filming and editing, and more.

Available to hire

I am an Alum of Purdue University with a degree in Mass Media Communications and Professional Writing. I have lots of experience producing, writing, filming and editing, and more.

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

TV Intern at Wish-TV
August 1, 2025 - October 22, 2025
Wrote and edited VOs, VO/SOTs, and news stories for both on-air and digital platforms; produced live broadcasts and collaborated with reporters, photographers, and producers.
Usher / Guest Escort at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
August 1, 2017 - Present
Escort guests to their seats; hand out programs; dismiss guests; provided general event assistance.
Volunteer / Broadcast Crew at National Youth Gathering (St. Paul’s Lutheran Church)
December 1, 2024 - October 22, 2025
Supported production and coverage during live broadcasts and events, including coordination and setup for broadcasts.
Television Production Intern at WISH-TV
August 1, 2025 - October 23, 2025
Provided support in a fast-paced TV news environment, assisting with production tasks, organizing segments, and coordinating live broadcasts; prepared live telecast elements and collaborated with journalists, photographers, and producers to deliver broadcast-ready content.
Volunteer/Staff Producer at Fast Track News
January 1, 2025 - Present
Plan, organize, and execute weekly Fast Track News segments; collaborate with team to produce live campus broadcasts including commercials, programs, and graphics.
Usher/Guest Services at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
December 31, 2024 - October 23, 2025
Escort guests to seats, hand out programs, and dismiss guests during services and events.
Video Production / Live Broadcast Producer at Fast Track News (Purdue University)
November 5, 2024 - October 27, 2025
Produced live broadcasts; wrote VO/SOTs and news packages; collaborated with reporters, photographers, and editors; planned weekly segments and directed filming and editing under tight deadlines.
Volunteer / Event Staff at St. Paul's Lutheran Church (National Youth Gathering, St. Paul, MN)
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Supported live events including the National Youth Gathering; escorted attendees to seats, distributed programs, and assisted with event operations.
Volunteer / Event Support at Purdue University Campus Events
August 1, 2017 - October 27, 2025
Escort guests to seats, distribute programs, and assist with event operations at campus events and performances.
TV Production Intern at WISH-TV
August 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Shot and produced standups and news packages featuring original interviews and event footage. Wrote and edited VO s, VO/SOTs, and news stories for both on-air and digital platforms. Collaborated with reporters, photographers, and producers in a fast-paced newsroom to deliver accurate and engaging content under tight deadlines. Covered major sporting events including the Indy 500, Pacers' Finals, Brickyard 400, Indy Fever, and Colts Training Camp.
Team Producer / Segment Producer at Fast Track News
January 1, 2025 - October 27, 2025
Work with a team of students to produce a segment of Fast Track News weekly. Plan, organize, and execute all aspects of a weekly news magazine broadcast that airs for the Purdue campus community. Take on roles including producing, filming, editing, and creating segments as part of a team to execute the recorded production.
Volunteer at Live Election Broadcast
November 5, 2024 - November 5, 2024
In TV studio to produce live broadcasts; created queue of commercials, programs, and graphics for the broadcast.
Volunteer at St. Paul's Lutheran Church
August 1, 2017 - October 27, 2025
Escort guests to their seats. Hand out programs. Dismiss guests.
Volunteer at National Youth Gathering
July 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019
Provided services such as stocking and sorting items, worked as a cashier, and cleaned small business areas in and around Minneapolis.
TV Intern at WISH-TV
August 31, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Covered major sporting events, including the Indy 500, Pacers’ Finals run, Brickyard 400, Indiana Fever, and Colts Training Camp. Shot and produced standups and news packages featuring original interviews and event footage. Wrote and edited VO s, VO/SOTs, and news stories for both on-air and digital platforms. Collaborated with reporters, photographers, and producers in a fast-paced newsroom environment to deliver accurate and engaging content under tight deadlines.
Student Producer / TV News Producer at Fast Track News
January 1, 2025 - October 29, 2025
Work with a team of students to produce a segment of Fast Track News once a week. Plan, organize, and execute all aspects of a weekly news magazine broadcast that airs for the Purdue campus community. Take on roles and responsibilities such as producing, filming, editing, and creating segments while working as a team to execute the recorded production.
Television Production (Course) at COM 332 Television Production (Purdue University)
December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Learn how to use various production equipment. Design, plan, and produce studio television segments and programs. Apply basic concepts of TV studio production in projects. Produce and direct series of projects of increasing difficulty such as a commercial, demonstration, short drama, and a newscast.
Escort/Guest Services at St. Paul's Lutheran Church
August 1, 2017 - October 29, 2025
Escort guests to their seats. Hand out programs. Dismiss guests.
Volunteer at National Youth Gathering
July 1, 2019 - October 29, 2025
Provide services such as stocking and sorting items, work as a cashier, and cleaning small businesses all over run-down areas of Minneapolis.
Sports Intern at WISH-TV
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Covered major sporting events including the Indy 500, Pacers' Finals run, Brickyard 400, Indiana Fever, and Colts Training Camp. Shot and produced standups and news packages with original interviews and event footage. Wrote and edited VO/SOTs and news stories for on-air and digital platforms. Collaborated with reporters, photographers, and producers in a fast-paced newsroom to deliver accurate, engaging content under tight deadlines.
Producer at Fast Track News
January 1, 2025 - Present
Plan, organize, and execute all aspects of a weekly news magazine program for the Purdue campus community. Produce a weekly segment; manage filming, editing, and segment creation; collaborate with a team to deliver a polished recorded production.
Technical Media Producer at CBS WLFI 18
February 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Ran audio, graphics, and teleprompter for 5, 6, 10, and 11 PM news; planned and produced studio television segments and programs; set up studio equipment; applied basic concepts of TV studio production to shows.

Education

Bachelor's degree (in progress) at Purdue University
August 1, 2022 - October 22, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Professional Writing and Mass Media Communications at Purdue University
August 1, 2022 - October 23, 2025
Bachelor's degree in Professional Writing and Mass Media Communications at Purdue University
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2025
Bachelor's degree in Professional Writing and Mass Media Communications at Purdue University - West Lafayette
August 1, 2022 - October 27, 2025
Bachelor's degree in Professional Writing and Mass Media Communications at Purdue University - West Lafayette
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2025
Bachelor's degree at Purdue University
August 1, 2022 - December 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services