Will Wright
- Username: wrightswords
- Wright's Words: arts and culture storyteller
- Role: Producer/Reporter: Independent
Portfolio
Will the New Year and Pres. Obama finally motivate Black men to shed excuses?
(03:12)
From: Will Wright
Will Wright has been wondering: how will the New Year and Pres. Obama affect African-American men - their attitudes and futures?
Black Republicans Fight for Their Political Voice
(03:44)
From: Will Wright
African-American Republicans sound off on their platform while Obama runs.
Gordon Parks High School dedication - a last chance
(05:00)
From: Will Wright
A Gordon Parks HS senior excels by the grace of her daughter's love...
Non-Muslims fast during Ramadan.
(04:09)
From: Will Wright
Non-Muslims get a taste of Islam by fasting during Ramadan.
Are Black models in Fashion?
(05:35)
From: Will Wright
Will Wright asked experts about the chronic want for models of color on the runways and in ads.
About Me
HIRE ME, a feature storyteller. I am finishing a bachelor's degree at the University of Minnesota where I focus on public radio storytelling by exploiting independent study options. My major is communication. In fall 2007 I interned with NPR's daily program, "Tell Me More" with Michel Martin while I also filed for Intern Edition.
My stories lay at the crossroads of progressive politics, current events and "race." I offer mature news judgment, sound-rich and enterprising storytelling, superior and evocative writing skills and efficient editing techniques.
My Groups:Favorite Shows: Tell Me More, The Story, Fresh Air, On The Media, This American Life
Influences:
Availability
Will is currently available for new projects and is available to travel .Skills
- Producing: News
- Field Recording
- Hosting News Programs
- Voice Talent
- Editing
- Social Networking Knowledge
- Reporting
- HTML: Moderate to High
- HTML: Basic
- Writing
- enps
- dalet
- pro tools
- audacity
- marantz pmd
- dreamweaver
- soundslides
Available For
- Commentary
- Field Recording
- News Reporting
- Interviewing
- Mentoring
- Voiceover
- Arts Reporting
- Sound Editing
Equipment
- Hard Disc/Flash Recorder
- Pro Tools
Languages I Speak
- English
- French
Work Experience
Manager & Editor at University of Minnesota,
September 2008
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December 2008
I managed the production and editorial aspects of the Gordon Parks High School public radio project. I was a lead instructor within a group of three who taught practical lessons in small groups.
Research Assistant at University of Minnesota,
May 2008
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September 2008
I was a research assistant for the Cowles Professor of Journalism, Diversity & Equality, at the University of Minnesota. There I researched and designed a project that would introduce public radio storytelling to high school students.
Reporter and Producer at KFAI Fresh Air Radio,
January 2008
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Present
I file many feature stories. During spring 2008, a few of these were part of directed study for my bachelor's degree in communication studies.
Intern at National Public Radio,
September 2007
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December 2007
At "Tell Me More," researched story topics, vetted story ideas. Pitched stories, pre-interviewed guests, booked guests and studio time. Co-wrote segment scripts. Brought conversations from pitch, through pre-interview, booking and script writing to stu
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Awards
Additional Information
Affiliations: AIR, SPJ, NABJ, and TCBJOther Web sites:
