David Zaslowsky
Myrtle Beach
Summary
Dynamic media professional with extensive experience at WGN Radio and ESPN Radio, excelling in broadcast operations and talent development. Proven track record in production coordination and effective communication, driving revenue generation and enhancing game adeptness at leading teams, executing high-stakes interviews, ensuring seamless broadcasts, and engaging content delivery.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Floor Director
JCDProduction
Chicago
02.2023 - 01.2023
- Floor Director for Windy City Bulls TV Broadcasts on NBCSports Chicago.
- Communicated with TV control room and game officials to maintain the flow of the game.
- Managed pre and postgame interview setup and execution.
- Served as the public address announcer for the Chicago Dogs Baseball team in the American Association.
Lead Instructor
Illinois Media School
Chicago
07.2015 - 09.2022
- Developed curriculum and instructed students to prepare them for careers in sports broadcasting, both in front of and behind the camera or microphone.
- Instructed students serving as Production Crew for broadcasts of the Windy City Bulls NBA G-League team and the Chicago Dogs baseball team, an official partner of Major League Baseball.
- Developed course materials for media production and broadcasting programs.
- Led classroom instruction in audio, video, and digital media techniques.
- Mentored students in hands-on projects and practical applications of concepts.
Operations Manager/Executive Producer
WGN Radio
Chicago
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Oversaw network operations for pregame, in-game, and postgame shows, ensuring smooth execution.
- Managed day-to-day network functions, integrated affiliates, and collaborated with sales to generate revenue ideas.
- Conducted on-field player interviews postgame for inclusion in broadcast, enhancing viewer engagement.
Executive Producer
WLS AM890
Chicago
07.2015 - 02.2018
- Oversaw all aspects of pre, in game, and postgame show while collaborating with sales on executing revenue-generating elements in the broadcast.
- Managed production schedules for live radio programming and special events.
- Collaborated with on-air talent to develop engaging content for diverse audiences.
- Oversaw audio editing and sound design for high-quality broadcast productions.
Program Director / Content Director
iHEART MEDIA
Hartford
04.2012 - 07.2015
- Managed daily operations of stations, developing talent and production staff to enhance programming quality.
- Voice tracked talent for The River 105.9 in Hartford, delivering engaging content across multiple dayparts.
- Directed program development and implementation across multiple media platforms.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance content strategy and audience engagement.
- Managed budgets and resources for various projects within the organization.
Program Director
ESPN RADIO NETWORK
Bristol
02.2000 - 03.2011
- Produced College GameDay on ESPN Radio, The NFL on ESPN Radio, College Hoops Today, The Baseball Show, and SportsCenter Tonight.
- Supervised research and production for Mike & Mike in the Morning, contributing to engaging content that resonated with the audience.
- Managed weekend content production at ESPN Radio, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality programming.
- Developed and scheduled talent for weekend shows, enhancing team capabilities and fostering talent growth.
Skills
- Show production
- Broadcast operations
- Production coordination
- Content scheduling
- Event coordination
- Interview execution
- Crew training
- Budget management
- Hire talent
- Audio equipment
- Script reading
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
Timeline
Floor Director
JCDProduction
02.2023 - 01.2023
Operations Manager/Executive Producer
WGN Radio
02.2020 - 07.2020
Lead Instructor
Illinois Media School
07.2015 - 09.2022
Executive Producer
WLS AM890
07.2015 - 02.2018
Program Director / Content Director
iHEART MEDIA
04.2012 - 07.2015
Program Director
ESPN RADIO NETWORK
02.2000 - 03.2011