PETA Sperring
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
I am an ambitious and enthusiastic individual, with a cheerful personality and a willingness to learn.
A reliable and conscientious team member, I also work comfortably on my own initiative with no supervision. I am organised and perceptive, thrive on broadening my knowledge and love a challenge. A forward-thinking and dependable candidate, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
News Edit Shift Leader
Nine Network
04.2011 - Current
- Editing news, sport and entertainment packages, interviews and overlay for the seven bulletins Channel Nine airs each day.
- Overseeing a team of editors each shift, maintaining the production of excellent on air product, with tight deadlines and constantly changing content.
- Training editors and other newsroom staff in technical applications.
- Conduct performance reviews and provide staff with feedback and guidance.
- Provide ongoing training for new hires, fostering a positive team atmosphere that encourages growth and development.
Promotions Edit Coordinator
Nine Network
06.2008 - 04.2011
- Managed a pool of editors that were tasked with producing on air products, which promoted our upcoming program schedule.
- Liaised between producers, graphic artists, voice over talent and management to streamline work practices.
- Checked spelling, grammar and legal specifications on all outgoing product.
- Prioritised on air needs, in a live environment, whilst maintaining clear, calm and effective leadership.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
- Interceded between employees during arguments and diffused tense situations.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Senior News Editor
Nine Network
06.2000 - 06.2008
- Edited news items for broadcast in Channel Nine's breakfast, morning and evening news bulletins.
- Worked directly with journalists, producers and graphic artists to achieve premium content for both local and national news bulletins.
- Taught new editors the technical, legal and moral standards the Nine Network operates under.
- Mentored junior editors, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
News Editor
Channel Ten
10.1999 - 06.2000
- Edited news content for Channel Ten's many programs.
- Operated a Betacart machine, effectively playing the content to air from said machine.
- Recorded feeds and distributed material from around the Ten Network, it's affiliates and their many news crews on the road.
- Monitored and maintained technical quality of all incoming and outgoing material.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Post Production Editor
Foxtel
01.1999 - 10.1999
- Edited various entertainment programs.
- Primarily celebrity interviews, chat shows, comedy segments and music videos.
- Worked closely with journalists and producers to provide quality infotainment and lifestyle content.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Network Promotions Editor
Prime Television
03.1996 - 01.1999
- Edited on air promotions for the Prime Television Network.
- Recorded voice overs, created chyrons and provided administrative support where required.
- Performed live audio mixing for the local 6pm news bulletin.
- Worked with producers and clients to edit and deliver local television and radio commercials.
- Reviewed content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, accuracy, and compliance with quality and broadcasting standards.
Tape Operator
Prime Television
07.1995 - 03.1996
- Prepared commercials and pre-recorded programs for transmission
- Checked and adjusted all ingested material to maintain technical quality for broadcast
- Assisted on live broadcasts.
Education
Higher School Certificate -
Keira Technology High School
Wollongong, NSWSkills
- Excellent spoken and written communication
- Expert knowledge of recording and broadcasting equipment
- Self-motivated, with a flexible and adaptable approach
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to remain calm amongst constantly changing circumstances, requirements and deadlines
- Extensive experience in live studio and newsroom environments
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Staff education and training
Hobbies and Interests
- Theatre
- Travel
- Music
- Sport
Timeline
News Edit Shift Leader
Nine Network
04.2011 - Current
Promotions Edit Coordinator
Nine Network
06.2008 - 04.2011
Senior News Editor
Nine Network
06.2000 - 06.2008
News Editor
Channel Ten
10.1999 - 06.2000
Post Production Editor
Foxtel
01.1999 - 10.1999
Network Promotions Editor
Prime Television
03.1996 - 01.1999
Tape Operator
Prime Television
07.1995 - 03.1996
Higher School Certificate -
Keira Technology High School
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