David Sparacio

David Sparacio

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Columbia Central Counselor- Assisting students with financial and enrollment related services

  • Education

    • Fenton High School

      2008 - 2012
      High School Diploma Cumulative GPA: 3.9

      Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Graduated in the top 5% of my class, member of the bowling team, involved in the drama department's stage crew/lighting, news anchor for the school's daily video announcements

    • Columbia College Chicago

      2008 - 2012
      Bachelor of Arts (BA) Radio Broadcasting Cumulative GPA: 3.9

      Activities and Societies: WCRX 88.1 FM, Teacher Assistant -Dean's List for 8 semesters -Graduated Summa cum Laude

  • Experience

    • White Pines Golf Club & Banquets

      May 2010 - Sept 2013
      Banquet Server

      -Provided customer service to guests in a banquet setting -Served food to customers for weddings and golf outings -Prepared the banquet room for different occasions

    • Columbia College Chicago

      Jul 2010 - Sept 2010
      Orientation Leader

      -Helped new students and families get acquainted with Columbia College -Provided direction and tours of the Columbia College campus-Answered questions regarding Columbia College academics & programs

    • WCRX, 88.1 FM

      Sept 2010 - Dec 2011
      On-Air Talent

      -Hosted, produced, and programmed weekly formatted show-Researched topics and interviewed guests-Operated all technical equipment (Control Board, ENCO, and Shortcut 360◦)-Interacted with audience via social networking and blogging

    • Columbia College Chicago

      Jan 2011 - May 2012
      Radio Department Studio Time Assistant

      -Assisted teachers and students in classroom setting -Troubleshooted technical issues-Responsible for open/close of facility and WCRX, 88.1 FM

    • Clear Channel Radio

      Jan 2011 - May 2011
      Producer Internship for WKSC, 103.5 FM

      -Researched and compiled show prep-Operated technical equipment (NexGen & Adobe Audition)-Screened callers and coordinated prize allocation

    • WLS, 94.7 FM

      Sept 2011 - Dec 2011
      Producer Internship

      -Compiled song requests for the Dick Biondi Friday Night Request Show-Imported songs into AudioVAULT -Operated control board-Interacted with audience via social networking

    • WGN Radio

      Jan 2012 - May 2012
      News Writer Intern

      -Researched and wrote news stories -Selected and produced stories via NewsBoss Newsroom Automation System -Edited audio actualities via Adobe Audition

    • Cumulus Media

      Jul 2012 - May 2013
      Promotions Assistant for WLS-FM & WLS-AM

      -Plan, coordinate, and execute radio promotional events-Work with clients when forming radio promotions -Brainstorm creative ideas when preparing promotional activities -Reach out to listeners via phone/email when organizing radio events-Manage interns in the office and at events -Coordinate prize allocation

    • CBS Radio

      May 2013 - Sept 2013
      Promotions Coordinator for WXRT, 93.1 FM

      -Coordinate radio station events on location-Provide excellent customer service to the listeners-Set up and break down promotional equipment -Manage 20 interns at various radio events

    • Spinnin' Discs Entertainment

      Feb 2014 - Jan 2016
      Wedding & Events DJ/Emcee

      -Responsible for DJing music at weddings, high school dances, & other celebrations -Coordinate all aspects of weddings -Setup and breakdown all DJ and lighting equipment

    • Columbia College Chicago

      Jan 2015 - now
      • Columbia Central Counselor

        Jan 2019 - now
      • Coordinator of Outreach & Education

        Jun 2016 - Dec 2018
      • Financial Planning Consultant

        Jul 2015 - Jun 2016
      • Outreach and Education Associate

        Jan 2015 - Jul 2015
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to David Sparacio
      Dean's List For 8 Semesters Columbia College Chicago May 2012
    • Awarded to David Sparacio
      Graduated Summa cum Laude Columbia College Chicago May 2012
    • Awarded to David Sparacio
      Reciepient of the Presidential Scholarship, the Al Parker Scholarship, and the Irv Kupcient Scholarship Columbia College Chicago Jul 2011
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Member of Columbia College's annual Holly Jolly Trolley Food Drive and Live Broadcast

      Issued by Greater Chicago Food Depository on Dec 2011
      Greater Chicago Food DepositoryAssociated with David Sparacio