Kayla Turner

Dallas, TX | 945-994-0341 |

Media and communications professional with experience across broadcast journalism, podcast production, and digital media distribution. Skilled in audio editing, video production, and content management systems, with a strong ability to deliver high-quality content under tight deadlines. Proven ability to support full-cycle media production—from content creation to scheduling and distribution—while maintaining accuracy and consistency across platforms.

Core Competencies

Podcast Production & Audio Editing

Broadcast Operations & Media Distribution

Video Production (Adobe Premiere Pro, EDIUS)

Content Scheduling & Management (Nexgen Media)

Digital Asset Organization & Archiving

Social Media Strategy & Analytics

Interviewing & Story Development

Deadline-Driven Production Environments

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Blaze Media (Mercury Studios)—Dallas, TX Media Assistant | 2023–Present

Edit and finalize podcast audio for broadcast, ensuring clarity, pacing, and adherence to production standards
Manage end-to-end upload and scheduling of podcast episodes and promotional content using Nexgen Media
Monitor and adjust audio levels to meet broadcast compliance prior to distribution
Maintain structured digital archives by organizing, formatting, dating, and categorizing audio files for accessibility
Coordinate daily and weekly content releases to support consistent radio programming schedules
Collaborate with producers and team members to ensure timely delivery of completed media assets

Dimont & Associates— Dallas, TX Communication Specialist | 2019–2020

Handled high-volume inbound and outbound communications related to mortgage claims and servicing
Ensured strict adherence to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidelines and compliance standards
Resolved customer issues, updated loan records, and processed account-related requests with accuracy
Worked within a metric-driven environment, consistently meeting performance and productivity goals
Escalated complex service concerns while maintaining professionalism and client satisfaction

KETK-NBC News Station — Tyler, TX Multimedia Journalist | 2018–2019

Produced, shot, and edited video content for breaking news, feature stories, and community coverage
Conducted on-site interviews with public officials, business owners, and community stakeholders
Wrote and published web articles under strict deadlines, ensuring accuracy and audience relevance
Edited broadcast-ready video using Adobe Premiere Pro and EDIUS
Managed and scheduled social media content while tracking engagement and performance metrics
Utilized newsroom systems including ENPS, Social News Desk, Lakana, and CrowdTangle

City Hall Internship— Tyler, TX Multimedia Specialist Intern | 2018

Supported video production efforts including camera operation and content editing
Assisted in preparing press releases and multimedia content for public communication
Conducted interviews with city officials and members of the community

Key Projects & Media Experience

Supported ongoing podcast production and radio distribution for a nationally recognized media platform
Produced and delivered broadcast-ready news content in a fast-paced newsroom environment
Managed digital content workflows from creation to publication across multiple platforms
Maintained organized media libraries for efficient retrieval and long-term content use

Technical Skills

Adobe Audition
Adobe Premiere Pro
EDIUS
Nexgen Media
ENPS
Social News Desk
Lakana
CrowdTangle
Microsoft Office Suite

Education

University of Texas at Tyler — Tyler, TX
Bachelor of Science, Mass Communications
Minor in Sports Communications
2015–2018