Radio/TV/film professional and writer focused on cultural storytelling, global perspectives, and technology–history–internet culture intersections. Experienced in scriptwriting, production support, pitch development for international audiences, and audience-brand management across digital platforms.

Mackenzie Rudd

Radio/TV/film professional and writer focused on cultural storytelling, global perspectives, and technology–history–internet culture intersections. Experienced in scriptwriting, production support, pitch development for international audiences, and audience-brand management across digital platforms.

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Radio/TV/film professional and writer focused on cultural storytelling, global perspectives, and technology–history–internet culture intersections. Experienced in scriptwriting, production support, pitch development for international audiences, and audience-brand management across digital platforms.

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Work Experience

Data Annotator at Centific
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Analyzed, collated, and annotated search data to support training of large language models (LLMs).
Writer / Cultural Commentator at Medium.com
March 1, 2019 - March 31, 2022
Wrote think pieces and articles that examine and critique the intersection of History, Technology, Popular Culture, and Internet Culture, and connect these themes to broader political and cultural landscapes. Produced in-depth long-form commentary and analysis for an online audience across multiple years.
Administrative Assistant at Past Preservers
October 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Created and refined pitches for television shows for international academics and scholars for networks including Discovery, BBC, History Channel, and Nat Geo, emphasizing cultural competency and global perspectives. Organized and edited internal data documents for clarity, managed communications and inquiries via Mailchimp, and responded to audience/provider questions. Curated and managed social media accounts to support positive public perception and strengthen the brand narrative.
Head Writer / Production Assistant at North Texas Television
January 1, 2016 - May 31, 2018
Wrote, edited, and proofread 10 episodes for the local television show B-Scared, ensuring narrative cohesion and script clarity. Integrated multiple segment contributions from other writers into master scripts. Advised directors and actors on shots and editing to help shape the show’s visual and narrative identity.
Radio DJ at KSYM 90.1 FM
April 1, 2015 - May 31, 2015
Wrote, directed, and hosted an album-oriented rock radio show (Tower of Power) for a local station. Curated musical playlists to create a cohesive entertainment brand block. Collaborated with the radio program director and maintained quality standards for programming.

Education

B.A. (Radio, Television/Film) at The University of North Texas
January 1, 2014 - August 1, 2018
B.A. (Integrative Studies: English, History and Communications) at The University of North Texas
January 1, 2014 - August 1, 2018

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services