Kevin Scholz
Bradenton,DC
Summary
Communications professional specializing in live audience engagement and multi-platform content development. Experienced in producing branded content, orchestrating promotional initiatives, and executing event strategies that elevate audience connection. Adept at fostering collaboration across teams to achieve consistent, high-quality programming.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications & Media Engagement Lead / On-Air Talent
iHeartMedia
Sarasota
07.2019 - 05.2026
- Led daily live multi-platform audience engagement programming for major-market radio brands including Chicago, Minneapolis, Detroit and many more, connecting with diverse regional audiences through entertainment, storytelling, interviews, and interactive content.
- Managed remote live broadcast operations and streamlined content workflows for weekday morning programming serving Albany, NY market, ensuring seamless audience experience.
- Developed branded content, promotional messaging, station imaging, and audience engagement campaigns across broadcast and digital platforms.
- Coordinated communications, promotions, and programming execution for Sarasota market, collaborating with programming, promotions, sales, and marketing teams to enhance audience engagement.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to support audience growth, brand consistency, and campaign execution.
- Ensured high-quality content delivery and operational consistency in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments, contributing to reliable programming.
- Represented station brands at community events, promotional activations, public appearances, and sponsor-related initiatives.
Morning Show Co-Host - 99.5 The River
iHeartMedia
09.2010 - 07.2019
- Co-hosted a high-profile weekday morning program featuring live interviews, entertainment content, audience interaction, contests, and community engagement initiatives.
- Produced and edited audio, promotional, and branded content that enhanced station visibility and aligned with marketing objectives.
- Managed station blog and social media strategies, increasing audience engagement and expanding digital reach.
- Served as a public-facing brand representative at community events, sponsor appearances, remote broadcasts, and promotional campaigns.
- Built and maintained relationships with guests, listeners, and community organizations to foster collaboration and promote station initiatives.
Assistant Program Director / Afternoon Drive Host
iHeartMedia
10.2001 - 09.2010
- Oversaw daily programming operations and content scheduling while hosting weekday Afternoon Drive program.
- Executed on-air coordination, promotional messaging, production workflows, and operational scheduling.
- Managed and mentored board operators and production support staff to ensure smooth daily execution.
- Contributed to content planning, audience strategy, and execution of station-wide promotional initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
University At Albany
Albany, NY05-1994
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY05-1992
Skills
- Strategic communications
- Campaign execution
- Content production
- Multi-platform content development
- Audience engagement
- Virtual content creation
- Social media engagement
- Social media platforms knowledge
- Event strategy development
- Event production management
- Live event hosting
- Public speaking
- Brand storytelling
- Stakeholder communication
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team coordination
- Audience analytics
- Content coordination
- Broadcasting platforms
Websites
Technical And Communication Tools
- Adobe Audition
- Audio & Content Production
- Remote Broadcasting Platforms
- Social Media Platforms
- Live Event Production
- Public Speaking
- Audience Analytics
- Digital Content Coordination
Affiliations
- Improvisation & live theater performer
- Event host and public-facing brand representative
- Passionate about storytelling, communication, and audience engagement
- Foster volunteer supporting animal rescue and adoption efforts
- Travel enthusiast
Timeline
Communications & Media Engagement Lead / On-Air Talent
iHeartMedia
07.2019 - 05.2026
Morning Show Co-Host - 99.5 The River
iHeartMedia
09.2010 - 07.2019
Assistant Program Director / Afternoon Drive Host
iHeartMedia
10.2001 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Arts - English
University At Albany
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts & Sciences
Hudson Valley Community College