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Andrew I. M. Chachula

72 Shaver Avenue South, Toronto, Ontario  M9B 3T5

Tel: (416)233-2206 or (416)420-8855

Andrew.Chachula@gmail.com

 

 

Experience Highlights

Rogers TV Volunteer (January 2014 to present)

·         Camera operated live and pre-taped shows

·         Switched/directed live television

·         Audio for live and pre-taped show

·         Script assisted

·         Directed mobile productions

Perspective Productions Assistant Director- “COLD” (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-vZuzWwdFQ)

·         Booked and transported equipment

·         Scouted shooting locations

·         Booked and interviewed actors/actresses and crew members

·         Acquired permits from the City of Toronto for outdoor shoots

·         Balanced the budget for the film

Bell Media 104.5 CHUM FM- Promotions Intern (January 2013 to April 2013)

·         Assisted with the organization of CHUM FM’s 2013 Fan Fest (Liaison with  performing artists)

·         Greeted VIP’s and ensured all of their beverage and food needs were met

·         Organized meetings with contest sponsors and endorsers ie: CIBC and Air Canada

·         Assisted with the “Breakfast in Barbados” on air contest by maintaining a database of contest winners and booked hotels and meal plans for winners

·         Wrote scripts for announcer promoting the “Breakfast in Barbados” on air contest

·         Board operator

·         Met with listeners at various CHUM FM events

External Relations Director-Ukrainian Students’ Club at Ryerson (Sept 2012 to Aug 2013)

·         Organized charity and cultural events

·         Liaison with other Ukrainian Students Club in Southwestern Ontario

·         Booked venues, bands, caterers, liquor licence

·         Organized a boat cruise dance on Lake Ontario for 500 university students

·         Hosted an event with a famous band from Poland called “Horpyna”

·         Organized an inter university soccer tournament

Jewel Radio 98.5 and Z103.5 – promotions and events manager (January 2009 to July 2013)

·         Brand ambassador for the station

·         Helped to setup and oversee all technical aspects at live to air events (ie: Pioneer DJ equipment)

·         Provided detailed event wrap up reports

·         Participated in commercial production

·         Board operator

·         Met with clients ie: Nightclubs and DJ’s

Online Radio DJ for Bass Drop Live (September 2010 to August 2012)

·         Mixed and hosted a live to air show every Monday night

·         Created stations promos and station identifications

·         Booked weekly Dj’s and on air guests

·         Board operated

 

Education

Ryerson University

Honours Bachelor of Arts in Radio and Television Arts and a Minor in English- June 2013

 

Skills

·         Excellent communication and presentation skills especially when engaging with the public

·         Strong passion for new DJ technology and dance music 

·         Familiar with all Pioneer DJ’s CDJ’s, controllers, mixers, headphones, and Rekordbox

·         Familiar with other software’s including Native Instruments Traktor and Avid’s Pro Tools

·         Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills

·         Very enthusiastic and eager to travel

·         Quick learner and comfortable working with a team

·         Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite

·         Familiar with the Adobe Master Suite: After Effect, Photoshop, Premiere Pro

·         Very active on social media including Twitter, FaceBook, and Instagram

 

 

Awards

·         Ryerson’s President Award for “COLD”

Work Experience

·         City of Toronto Park Department (May 2013 to October 2013)

·         Rogers Plus Sales Associate (February 2011 to April 2013)

·         City of Toronto Parks Department (May 2012 to August 2012)

·         Youth Association- Life guard at a youth camp (July 2009)

·         Youth Association- planned day to day activities for overnight camp (July 2006, 2007, 2009)

 

Volunteer Experience

·         Drummer of Xloptsi Z Mista (Boys From The City) Ukrainian Band- played in Ukrainian festivals, weddings, and cultural events  

·         Organized various Ukrainian events with Mega Zabava (http://megazabava.com/)

·         Ukrainian Youth Association – September 2005 till present councillor/leader weekly youth meetings

 

Other Accomplishments

·         CPR C and Emergency First Aid

·         WHIMIS training

 

 

References

Upon Request