Taylor Mooney
Dublin
Summary
University graduate with a BA Hons in Journalism. 5+ years experience in the media industry as a journalist, audio producer, radio broadcast co-ordinator, social media manager, stage manager, and assistant floor manager. Proven ability to deliver compelling stories, conduct in-depth interviews, and enhance audience engagemnent through multimedia storytelling. Skilled in coordinating high-profile productions, managing live broadcasts and leading diverse teams in fast-paced environments. Adept at leveraging strong communication, creative problem-solving, and organisational skills to ensure seamless execution across journalism, media and performance platforms. Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, ProTools and fluent in English and French. Professional Irish dancer and performer. Garda Vetted.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Podcast Producer
Freelance
01.2024 - Current
- Produced, recorded and edited radio packages and podcast episodes for RTÉ Radio One.
- Developed and implemented podcast production workflow strategies to streamline production processes.
- Managed post-production processes including mixing, mastering, and compressing.
- Verified compliance of podcasts with industry-standard sound criteria.
- Managed the scheduling of recording sessions, ensuring timely completion of projects.
Journalist
Paris 2024 Olympics
Paris
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Worked as a journalist for the Paris 2024 official website, Olympics.com.
- Covered various aspects of the Games, including live sporting events, athlete stories, and event atmosphere.
- Researched, composed, and published articles.
- Ensured global audience engagement through accurate, timely, and compelling Olympic stories.
Stage Manager
Olympia Theatre
12.2021 - 01.2025
- Three time stage manager for the 3Olympia Theatre pantomime.
- Responsible for the cueing of personnel, flys, sfx and lighting cues on stage.
- Managed timekeeping for rehearsals, read-throughs, and production meetings.
- Creator and and assembler of the shows call book and props showing particular attention to detail and offering creative and logical solutions to any problems.
- Adapted to diverse health and safety protocols during rehearsals across multiple locations including theatre venues.
- Applied professional theatre protocols effectively to various productions.
- Committed to upholding Child Protection laws due to extensive experience with children.
Broadcast Coordinator and Researcher
RTÉ
Dublin
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Served as BCO for RTÉ's 'The Business with Richard Curran' and 'Stanza'.
- Generated and orgasied essential documents for live and pre-recorded programme production.
- Prepared research and interviews.
- Prepared call sheets, scripts, guest interviews and pre-recorded files ahead of airtime.
- Directed and managed virtual communication, ensuring effective monitoring of talent, artists, and guests in studio.
- Conducted routine tests on broadcasting equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Stage Manager
RTÉ
11.2021 - Current
- Credited stage manager and assistant floor manager various RTÉ productions both in house and on location since November 2021
- Credits include; The Two Johnnies Late Night Lock in, The Late Late Show, The Late Late Toy show, The Tommy Tiernan Show, Monday Night Live, UpFront with Katie Hannon, Fair City, Junior Eurovision and Carols from the Castle
- Responsible for following running orders, scripts, guest call-times and legal documentation for live and pre-recorded programmes
- Directed the systematic bookingcueing process for guests and talents on stage.
- Ensured smooth operations in live and pre-recorded productions through proactive issue management and communication.
Irish Dancer, Performer
Global
01.2017 - Current
- Entertain public audiences at prominent tourist destinations, including The Guinness Storehouse.
- Ensured client satisfaction through casual yet professional interactions with both local and international customers.
Social Media Manager | Store Manager
Look Mam No Hands
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Served as store and social media manager simultaneously.
- Increased engagement and activity through strategic audience interaction.
- Responsible for content creation and engagement strategies, posting daily to a variety of social media platforms.
- Performed weekly reports on account management and online growth of this company.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure smooth and efficient restaurant functioning.
- Oversaw workforce planning and inventory tracking processes such as team rosters and stock management.
- Delivered innovative solutions to resolve operational issues on and off the shop floor.
Teaching Assistant
Billie Barry Stage School
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Provided supervision and support to ensure the well-being of more than 30 children below the age of 10.
- Provided children with training in dance, speech, singing, and drama on both individual and group levels.
- Secured Garda Vetting as well as certification in the TUSLA Children First Programme, enhancing care standards.
Education
BA HONORS - JOURNALISM -
TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY DUBLIN
Dublin, Ireland 11-2024
MEDIA PRODUCTION - TELEVISION & SOUND -
COLÁISTE DHÚLAIGH - COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION
Dublin, Ireland04.2020
Skills
- Effective Organisation
- Multimedia production
- Content creation
- Deadline management
- Audience engagement
- Works well under workload and time pressurised environments
- Research and fact-checking
- Writing and editing
- Communication
- Capable Initiative
Activities
- I am a professional and competitive Irish dancer with two Leinster champion titles. I placed fifth at the An Chómhdháil World Irish Dancing Championships in 2017. I have completed seven grades with the Royal Irish Academy of Music in piano. I have a passion for creative works and have been involved in TV and theatre productions from the age of four.
- Credits include:
- - 2017 - Performer with Prodijig
- - 2014 - Feature Character in RTÉs Roy
- - 2011 - 2018 Annual Christmas concerts with the Dublin County Choir - National Concert Hall
- - 2011 - The voice of 'Laika' for Cartoon Saloon's animated film Moon Man
- - 2011 - 'Trixie' in the Gate Theatre production of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
- - 2010/2011 - Gaiety Panto Robinson Crusoe (dancer, actress)
- - 2009/2010 - Gaiety Panto Aladdin (dancer, actress)
- - 2008/2009 - Gaiety Panto Cinderella (dancer, actress)
- - 2007/2008 - Gaiety Panto Jack and the Beanstalk (dancer, actress)
- - 2006 - 2017 - Billie Barry Stage School at the Gaiety Theatre
Certification
- Fire Safety Training
- RTE GDPR Course
- Tusla : Children First Programme
Timeline
Journalist
Paris 2024 Olympics
06.2024 - 09.2024
Podcast Producer
Freelance
01.2024 - Current
Broadcast Coordinator and Researcher
RTÉ
04.2022 - 03.2024
Stage Manager
Olympia Theatre
12.2021 - 01.2025
Stage Manager
RTÉ
11.2021 - Current
Social Media Manager | Store Manager
Look Mam No Hands
01.2020 - 01.2022
Irish Dancer, Performer
Global
01.2017 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Billie Barry Stage School
01.2017 - 01.2020
BA HONORS - JOURNALISM -
TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY DUBLIN
MEDIA PRODUCTION - TELEVISION & SOUND -
COLÁISTE DHÚLAIGH - COLLEGE OF FURTHER EDUCATION
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