Maurice Watts

About Maurice Watts

General Manager with over fifteen years of experience in office management, leadership…

Experience

1. Radio Host

   Whcr 90.3 Fm

   Oct 2007 — Present · NY, US

   Spearheaded the creation, production, and hosting of The Love Zone radio program, a trademarked show, resulting in a 50% increase in listener retention and a 25% rise in new listeners within the first year.• Managed and produced over 100 hours of captivating program segments, operated state-of-the-art broadcasting equipment, and increased listener retention by 30%, driving a 20% rise in sponsorship deals.• Executed and led production of live interviews featuring high-profile singers including Patti LaBelle, enhancing brand visibility and achieving a 35% increase in audience retention rates.• Engineered robust systems for remote broadcasting, ensuring seamless integration of live music, pre-recorded content, and ads; enhanced broadcast reliability by 40% and cut downtime by 50%.• Mentored 10+ employees on hosting and producing radio shows, increasing team efficiency by 20%.• Launched interactive music features on the website and social media platforms, achieving a 15% rise in revenue within six months.• Planned and executed 12 live concerts and community events, expanding station\'s local presence and increasing station recognition by 20% within the two years.• Achieved station\'s highest listenership over five years by developing engaging content and implementing targeted marketing campaigns, resulting in a 40% increase in audience numbers and ad revenue growth of 25%.• Secured a major contract between Apollo Theater and the station from weekly appearances and station giveaways resulting in increased station awareness in the community.• First to put the station on the internet through way of strategic audio connections.

Education

• Manhattan Vocational & Technical

  Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD