thomas baker

Live, on-air newscasts (a definite favorite, as one must speak extemporaneously) as a news-stringer reporter for KFWB news 980 AM; these and other experiences give the ability to "think on one's feet". Public speaking (The Weather Channel as an independent contractor), and university instruction (University of Phoenix) also lend the skills to speak in a variety of situations. 2000 - Performed in a 30 minute video: "Careers in Meteorology" - The Weather Channel. Hear a podcast interview with 99hobbies(website) This podcast discussed and publicized RADIO (Radio Amateurs and Disaster Operations, the nation's first high school disaster preparedness class.) Classes were taken at California State University, Northridge (during the 1980s) with a focus on various accents (British, both Cockney, Oxford, and Liverpudlian - think of "John Lennon". Also able to perform Middle Eastern and Latin American accented voices). Later, telephone greeting messages were generated (1990s) with an ear toward humorous voicemail greetings or voicemail messages. Voice acting in different venues, coupled with the journalism experiences give a reliable radio voice for you to audition and utilize. Currently, I am an instructor with Moorpark High School (mathematics and science) in Ventura County, California. I also have the nation's first disaster preparedness class (RADIO - Radio Amateurs and Disaster Operations) at this school. I possess a current amateur radio license (Extra Class); capable of sending/receiving International Morse Code (30 words/minute). I am also an instructor with the American Red Cross (Ventura County Chapter) for CPR, AED and First Aid. I offer loyalty to my employer, and a willingness to make the product complete, professional, on time and under budget. I will meet your needs!