Brian Lohnes

Experience

1. Television Host

   NHRA: Championship Drag Racing

   May 2010 — Present · US

   For more than half a decade I have worked as a host on various television and video projects. These have included (and continue to include) projects in the traditional television space as well as internet videos. Current Projects:Host/Executive Producer of Put Up or Shut Up on MotorTrendonDemand.com - This innovative racing show aims to spotlight and educate viewers about under covered and under appreciated forms of motorsports while entertaining them with fun story lines built around the machines and/or people competing. From drag racing pulling tractors to showcasing tomorrow\'s road racing stars in go-karts, to grudge drag racing, and more, the show has been shot from coast to coast and has brought attention to many small tracks and great forms of racing that normally do not get proper coverage. Co-Host of MotorHead Garage on The MotorTrend Channel - Since 2016 I have been the co-host of the Sunday morning program known as MotorHead Garage. This show is a mechanical showcase of interesting and innovative new products, light how-to projects, and interesting automotive technology for the gearhead world. It is a 26-episode series that is shot both on location and in a Tennessee based studio. Co-Host Hooptie Challenge on Facebook Watch - I, along with David Freiburger host this fun series that is based around the premise of drag racing cars worth or less as judged by us. The competition highlights the fact that motorsports competition is available to young people who may not have the budget as older, more established folks. The 6 episode series highlighted how much absurd fun can be had on a small budget. Host - JE Pistons Masters of Motors: This innovative program recognized the best engines that were displayed at the SEMA and PRI shows. Two episodes were made and I served as the central host and judge along with a panel of industry an engine building experts. This programming aired on Facebook, Youtube and other social media platforms.

Education

• University of Massachusetts, Amherst

  Bachelor of Science (BS)

  1998 — 2002

Skills

• Marketing
• Copy Editing
• Content Management
• Drag Racing
• Strategic Planning
• Creative Writing
• Nitrous Oxide
• Advertising
• Public Relations
• Proofreading
• Media Relations
• Magazines
• Published Author
• Newsletters
• Public Address Announcing
• Product Development
• Social Media Marketing
• Sales
• Press Releases
• Digital Media
• Web Content
• Editing
• Marketing Communications
• Facebook
• Business Development
• Team Building
• Blogging
• Publishing
• Sales Management
• Editorial
• Marketing Strategy
• Copywriting
• Journalism
• Social Networking
• Customer Service
• Social Media
• New Business Development
• Lunch