Matthew Turner

Experience

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  First Baptist Church of Milford, Ohio

  May 2009 - Aug 2009

  Intern

  Intern for a large, multi-faceted non-profit. Matthew's responsibilities included network and server administration and maintenance along with IT help desk for a campus of 40+ employees and 100+ network nodes. Matthew also had ministry responsibilities as follows: community outreach, addictions recovery group leader, community outreach leader, and general team involvement.

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  Franklin Road Baptist Church

  Aug 2010 - Aug 2015

  IT Director

  Director of all Information Technology Services for a Non-Profit. Matthew's responsibilities included network and server administration and maintenance along with IT help desk for a campus of 50+ employees and 200+ network nodes. Matthew also assisted and lead the graphics team and the web development team for the church during the duration of his employment. Matthew also had ministry responsibilities as follows: community outreach, audio visual ministry leader, and general team involvement.

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  Burning Bright Media

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2023

  Owner

  Founder and owner of Burning Bright Media. Burning Bright strives to provide their customers with quality video productions that will keep the vision of their project "burning bright." Their services include, corporate video productions, TV commercials, Wedding Videography, and pretty much any other video service you could have. Burning Bright Media has had the opportunity to partner with some amazing organizations, one of those being the Air National Guard. In 2016, Burning Bright produced a video commemorating the 151st Air Refueling Squadron based out of Knoxville, TN. See their work at matthewturner.co or vimeo.com/burningbrightmedia. Show less

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  M & M Productions USA

  Aug 2015 - Oct 2017

  Specialist, Live Event Technician

  Live Event Technician for a major live productions corporation. Jobs performed include but are not limited to event audio visual set up, event striking, robotic camera operation, and broadcast camera operation. Some of these large events include clients such as The Urban League and ORNL. Alongside event and live production duties, Matthew has performed the filming of "a" and "b" roll marketing footage for clients.

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  The Crown College

  Aug 2015 - Aug 2016

  Broadcast and Productions Director

  Director for all video services and productions for a non-profit. Matthew's duties included but where not limited to producing, directing, switching, and editing all church services. These services would be then prepared for multiple different distributions types from Youtube broadcasts to television broadcasts on multiple different networks. Other duties included video productions for promotions and social media management. Matthew also was very involved with graphic design and web development as well. Show less

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  PBM IT, LLC

  Aug 2016 - Nov 2016

  IT, Logistics, and Marketing

  IT field Specialist - Serving customers contracts by maintaining their networks both through IT help desk and on site service.Logistics specialist - Coordinating the shipping and receiving of supplies, machines, and parts to clients and service partners. Also coordinated warehouse workers and inventory.Marketing Strategist - Handled brand management and email marketing to clients and potential clients

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  Novatech, Inc.

  Nov 2016 - Oct 2017

  Hotline Specialist

  • Hotline and IT Field Specialist for a Copier and Office Solutions management company.• Matthew's main duties where providing front line hotline support for customers with copier service contracts and providing on site technical help for IT managed contracts.• For the IT contracts, Matthew’s responsibilities included network and server maintenance along with IT help desk• For Hotline Support, Matthew's responsibilities included accepting service and supplies calls, creating service requests for technicians, and providing remote support for copier related computer and network issues. Show less

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  Valley Forge Baptist

  Oct 2017 - now

  Media & Communications Director

  As the Media and Communications Director at Valley Forge Baptist, I develop and implement comprehensive media strategies to effectively communicate our church’s mission and values. My role involves overseeing all aspects of media and communications to ensure a consistent and engaging message across various platforms.Key Responsibilities: • Strategic Communication Planning: Develop and execute communication plans that align with the church’s mission and vision, ensuring our message reaches both our congregation and the wider community. • Content Creation and Management: Oversee the creation of high-quality content for sermons, newsletters, social media, and the church website, maintaining a consistent and engaging narrative. • Digital Media Coordination: Manage and enhance the church’s online presence through social media, email campaigns, and the website, fostering greater engagement and interaction. • Brand Management: Uphold and promote the church’s brand identity, ensuring all communications reflect our values and resonate with our audience. • Community Outreach: Strengthen community relations through strategic media initiatives, increasing the church’s visibility and impact. • Event Promotion: Coordinate and promote church events, ensuring effective communication and outreach to maximize attendance and participation. • Media Relations: Cultivate and maintain relationships with local media outlets and influencers to enhance the church’s public presence. • Performance Analysis: Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of communication strategies, using data-driven insights to refine and improve future initiatives.My passion for clear, impactful communication helps ensure Valley Forge Baptist’s message of faith, hope, and love reaches and inspires a wide audience. Through strategic and thoughtful media management, I support and advance the church’s mission in meaningful ways. Show less

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  TurnerTek Media Group

  May 2020 - now

  Owner / Content Creator

  As the owner, content creator, and producer of TurnerTek Media Group, I lead a dynamic and innovative multimedia brand that encompasses a diverse array of digital platforms. TurnerTek Media Group includes the TurnerTek YouTube Channel, a hub for engaging tech reviews and tutorials; our popular Twitch live stream, where we interact with a vibrant community of gamers in real time; and the TekThoughts Blog, offering my thoughts on life and the rest of it all whatever that may be.My role involves overseeing content strategy, production, and community engagement across all platforms, ensuring high-quality and relevant content that resonates with our audience. I am passionate about leveraging the power of media to educate, entertain, and connect people around the world.With a commitment to staying at the forefront of tech trends, I continuously innovate and adapt to provide value and foster growth within our community. Join me on this exciting journey as we explore the ever-evolving world of technology together. Show less