Damian Montez

Leads comprehensive broadcast production, content creation, and on-air hosting for a regional communications network, enhancing listener engagement and brand messaging.

• Produced and voiced station imaging, promotional spots, and underwriting content, effectively communicating brand messages and driving listener engagement for a diverse audience.
• Co-hosted daily 'Spirit Mornings' show (7-9 a.m.), delivering engaging content and maintaining consistent audience listenership.
• Produced and moderated 'Cat in the Cradle,' a specialized catechesis program, ensuring high-quality content delivery and audience interaction.

Directed imaging, music programming, and co-hosted a popular morning show for a major media group, significantly impacting station branding and audience reach.

• Co-hosted 'Mornings with Montez and Shari' on KGOR-FM, cultivating strong listener rapport and contributing to consistent program ratings over 8 years.
• Spearheaded the successful launch of KISO-FM (CHR) as Imaging and Music Director, curating playlists and developing audio branding that resonated with target demographics.
• Directed comprehensive imaging and audio branding for KGOR-FM, strategically enhancing the station's identity and appeal to a broad audience.

Managed diverse roles including on-air hosting, programming, production, and creative services for a 5-station broadcast cluster, driving content quality and audience engagement.

• Served as On-Air Host for KEZO, delivering engaging broadcasts and maintaining a distinctive on-air presence for the station's rock format.
• Hosted and programmed the #1-rated 'Back in the Day Lunch Buffet' on KQCH, achieving top ratings for its time slot by curating popular music selections.
• Directed Creative Services for a 5-station cluster, managing diverse production needs and ensuring consistent brand messaging across multiple platforms.

Mentored youth through the TeamMates Mentoring Program, guiding career exploration and personal development.

• Provided mentorship to young individuals, offering guidance on career paths in media and fostering personal growth and confidence.

Engaged audiences as Emcee for various community and charity events, facilitating fundraising and awareness initiatives.

• Acted as Emcee for high-profile events including the Ataxia Connection Gala, Skate-A-Thon, Relay 4 Life, and Walk the Park, effectively driving participation and support.

Served as a dedicated Board Member for Parkinson's Nebraska, contributing to strategic planning and community outreach initiatives.

• Contributed to organizational governance and decision-making for a non-profit dedicated to Parkinson's support and research, spanning 7 years.

Supported the Autism Speaks Step It Up Walk, contributing to fundraising and awareness efforts for autism research and support.

• Actively participated in the Autism Speaks Step It Up Walk, contributing to community fundraising and awareness initiatives.

Co-created and led the Channel 94.1 Diaper Drive, successfully collecting essential supplies for The Lydia House.

• Orchestrated a large-scale diaper collection drive, gathering significant donations to support families served by The Lydia House.