Resume

Shande P. Wiest

shande.wiest@gmail.com

MEDIA EXPERIENCE

At Large Productions, Assistant Editor/Producer- Billings, MT June 2006-2007

• Gather log and edit audio from the Montana Festival of The Book
• Produce weekly half hour shows for KUFM and weekly hour shows for KEMC from Yellowstone Public Radio

KBGA News, News Anchor/Reporter – Missoula, MT August 2007 – Current

• Write, produce and anchor live newscasts for college radio
• Produce news packages

Online News, Reporter – Missoula, MT January 2009 – May 2009

• Report on stories affecting the Journalism School, students and faculty at the University of Montana
• Produce news packages and write stories for the Journalism web page
• Edit and post multi-media stories for the web

KUFM Montana Public Radio,Reporter – Missoula, MT October 2008

• Reported and produced a news package about the Timber Framers Guild.

Other Experience

Johnny Carino's, Food and beverage server-Billings/Missoula January 2004-Current

• 11 years of serving experience

Education

• Montana State University-Billings Communication studies, theater emphasis 2004-2006.
• University of Montana- Bachelor of Arts, Broadcast Journalism Missoula, MT. Expected Graduation Date: December 2009

Relevant Coursework And Business Skills
Knowledge of editing programs such as Avid Newscutter, Avid Media Composer, Final Cut Pro and Experience with Avid iNews and AP News Wire Service. Ability to shoot on Sony EX-1 Digital Video Cameras and Sony DV Cameras. Public speaking, Media writing, ,organizational, and communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and E-mail

Awards and Organizations
I am a member of the Imperial Sovereign Court of the State of Montana (I.S.C.S.M)The primary goal of the I.S.C.S.M is to raise and donate funds to community service organizations and charities throughout the state of Montana. They are a human service organization dedicated to providing social networks, monetary assistance and entertainment to the entire state of Montana, but more specifically the Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Transgender and Allied community at large.I received the Eunice May Award from the I.S.C.S.M for outstanding community service. In acting as a liaison between the Women's Center and the I.S.C.S.M we were able to raise over $4,000 for the Watson's Children Shelter.

References

Geri Glover Rains
Spherion Staffing Services
2075 Central Ave, Ste D.
Billings MT 59102
(406)655-9200
gmailto:geriglover@spherion.com

Ray Ekness
Associate Professor and ChairUniversity of Montana R-TV
Department School of Journalism
32 Campus Dr. #6480
Missoula, MT 59812-6480
(406)243-4088
ray.ekness@umontana.eduwww.umt.edu/rtv

Lois Bent
Yellowstone Public Radio
1500 University Drive
Billings MT 59101-0298
(406)657-2947 #2988
lbent@ypradio.com

Swapping Books for Snorkels

The University of Montana offers a variety of classes. UM News photographer Grant Beaudette and reporter Shande Wiest found out about one class in particular that really is sink or swim.



Open water SCUBA certification is offered through the university for 1 Health & Human Performance credit. After the students pass all the written training they go to Peak Health and Wellness Center for the pool training. Upon completion of the course students will be eligible to participate in PADI certification: (Professional Association of Dive Instructors).

What does winter have in store?

Missoula is starting to get colder and the winter season is right around the corner. Reporter Shande Wiest and photographer Grant Beaudette asked the National Weather Service what this year has in store for snow conditions and what the UM Outdoor Program has available for students who want to have fun in the cold.

Tajik Students at the UM

The University has expanded it's international programs and activity, Reporter Shande Wiest and photographer Scott Youngbauer found out how by taking a closer look at the Tajik culture.

For more information on what International Programs is doing at the University you can go to http://iew.state.gov/ or contact International Programs at goabroad@mso.umt.edu

Birds and Bees

Professor of Human Sexuality Dr. Lindsey Doe has opened Montana's first sexual health center. Doe feels that sexuality is an integral part of a person's health and well being. Her mission is to guide people to a happier and healthier sexuality. Reporter Shande Wiest and photographer Carmen Ebert found out where Missoula can learn more about sexual health.




Bird's and Bee's LLC offers workshops, private counseling, support groups, films, referral services, sex coaching, body therapy, a lending library, and special events for sexual expression

Research in Kenya

Wildlife biology junior Wesley Sarmento received a $5,000 research grant to study gazelles in Kenya. UM News reporter Shande Wiest and photographer Dariga Massenova found out what he is up to now and the importance of understanding disease transmission between animals and humans.

Student Art Exhibit

The 15th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit is currently being displayed at the Gallery of Visual Arts on campus.Two hundred hopeful artists submitted entries and the show accepted eighty four of them. UM News reporter Shande Wiest and photographer Dariga Massenova take a closer look at one of the students who submitted into the exhibit.