Carolyn R. Choate 59 Cheyenne Drive « Nashua, NH 03063
603-883-7435 Cell 603-533-4984
crchoate@tv l3nashua.com
Management Executive, PR Professional, Fundraiser, Ambassador, Survivor
Management executive with an excellent reputation for integrity and working in all
aspects of private and non-profit organizations.
Goal-oriented professional whose success is driven by expertise in a variety of fields
and with a heart for community service. Has demonstrated leadership skills in creating,
developing organizational mission objectives whether financial, human resources,
marketing, or communications. Shows independence but embraces team approach and
seeks to collaborate whenever possible. Experienced negotiator. Noted for bold,
creative initiatives in marketing and fundraising. A breast cancer survivor who turned
personal tragedy into breast cancer awareness advocacy.
Professional Experience
1988 - Current: Producer & Sales Manager WYCN tv13 Nashua
e Miultiple responsibilities in programming. In charge of local programming lineup as well as
booking, scripting, and promotions.
e Producer for three, long-running programs with broad experience in development, strategy,
human resources, and public relations.
e Salcs and marketing. Responsible for local sales force and adept at contract negotiations.
Built station from financial ruin to million-dollar asset.
2006 — Current: Free Lance Food, Wine, Travel Writer
e® Occasional wine writer for “Celebrate NH” Magazine; Castcllo Banfi, Italy; Chateaux St.
Michelle. Seattle
e Occasional writer for “Northlander’” Magazine, Porsche Club of America; Restaurant Review,
Copper Door; Wine Tour, |.aBelle Winery; travel piece, North Adams, MA
e Occasional travel writer for newspapers
2003 — 2007: Lay Instructor & Mentor Rivier College
e Responsible for developing and teaching credited Video Production Workshop.
e Developed student lead and faculty lead programs focusing on student programs and activities
in the former and, local and state business issucs through the Rivier MBA program.
2006 — Current: Professional Writer & Consultant
* Free-lance writer in the areas of food & travel.
e Pro bono public relations writer for Boys & Girls Club of Nashua, Elm Street Middle School,
Nashua Rotary Club, NH Minority Health Coalition, & Breast Cancer Education Initiative for
Low-Income & Minority Women.
