| Answers to Candidate Questionnaire |
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What experience, connections, skills or traits would you bring to the local station board to advance the station's mission? |
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I am a multimedia producer with experience in television and radio production, I also host my own show on KPFK called Contragolpe that airs Wednesday nights at 9:30PM. I have worked in several departments at KPFK during my tenure so I know exactly what the different areas need the most. My knowledge of working at KPFK makes me a great candidate. |
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What do you appreciate and value in the station's current operations? |
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I appreciate and value KPFK as one of the very last stations that still operates like a real public radio station, I also appreciate that KPFK provides a platform for the Native American community to express themselves and be heard.
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What would you like to see improved or changed in the station's current operations? |
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Programming needs to improve but for that to happen we first need to invest in up-to-date equipment, we still use very old computers that barely work, most of our studios do not work. With my knowledge and skills, I will make sure that this is one of my top priorities at KPFK. |
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Describe what you anticipate would be your top three priorities or areas of focus if you were elected to the local station board. |
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If elected I will prioritize the following:
1. Modernize our equipment
2. Incorporate visual component to our operations
3. Train programmers and reporters on how to produce video content for Pacifica radio TV’s YouTube channel. |
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Sustainability is an important part of any nonprofit operation. What are your thoughts on how the board can help to improve the station's financial footing? |
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Creating a visual department will expand the possibilities for KPFK to generate more income in many ways that will change the game. |
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Is there anything else you would like prospective voters to know? |
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If elected I will help organize fundraiser for KPFK, in the past a group of us put on very successful events with programmer Gregorio Luke along with evening programmers. |
I have extensive knowledge in radio and Television, prior to KPFK, I worked at Radiovisa 830am, Univision, and NBC along with many other independent films and radio shows, I have also been at KPFK for many years, so I have a good understanding of our strengths and weaknesses. I believe it’s time we move KPFK forward and let the younger generations at KPFK get a chance to lead this amazing radio station that can be more than just a radio station.