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I'mBen Hilgen
An inventive and diligent creator in radio and television with an altruistic passion for others.
01 RESUME
SKILLS & EXPERTISE
Radio Production
85%
Television Production
80%
Audio Editing
85%
Video Editing
80%
Copywriting
80%
Public Address
90%
Camera Operation
90%
My resume can be found here:
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As a graduate from Homewood-Flossmoor High School and Central Michigan University, I have extensive experience in radio and television production, audio and video editing, copywriting, and public address announcing. As an audio and video producer, I always look forward to what new experiences the industry offers, such as camera operating, directing, or advertising. My passions are never focused on one specific field. With that being said, my passion will never falter in any position that I hold. You will be getting an individual who is flexible, enjoys working on a team, and is always committed to delivering high-quality content on time.
02 Projects
Demo Reel and Additional Works.
Some assignments from my time at Central Michigan University
An audio interview with HF's head football coach Craig Buzea (February, 2020)
A commercial that I shot and executive produced myself.
03 EXPERIENCE
2024-Present
Darvin Furniture & Mattress
Audio and Video Production Associate. I help organize, coordinate, and shoot advertisements to run on both radio and television.
2023-2024
Windy City Thunderbolts
2022-2024
I served as a production intern in the summer of 2023 and was promoted to part-time in 2024. My roles included, but were not limited to, camera operating, directing live broadcasts, and serving as a runner during games.
Chippewa Sports Network
I was a production assistant, doing camerawork, public address announcing, and video board operation for games of several different sports at Central Michigan University.
2021
WMHW-FM
Made 5 minute morning news packages for our student-run radio station at CMU.
2019-2020
WHFH 88.5 FM
Was the manager for our radio station at Homewood-Flossmoor Community High School.
Education
2020-2024
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Applied Arts (B.A.A.) - Broadcast and Cinematic Arts
2016-2020
Homewood-Flossmoor Community High School
High School Diploma
"Ben is hard-working, reliable and shows great attention to detail. In my experience, any project that he has worked on has been better for it."
-Terry Bonnadona, Director of Broadcasting and Media Relations, Windy City ThunderBolts
"Ben is a dedicated leader who is passionate about what he does. I can't wait to see how he uses his talents in the field."
-Mark Ciesielski, Broadcasting Teacher, Homewood-Flossmoor Community High School
"Ben Hilgen has continuously impressed me with his personal blend of determination, kindness and aptitude for being someone you can truly rely on. I’ve put my faith in Ben many times from varying degrees, and am yet to be let down or dissatisfied.
-Collin Periatt, Friend and Colleague
