Melissa Black

Pittsburgh, PA | mblackaudio@gmail.com

Education

DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY - PITTSBURGH, PA May 2025 (Expected)

Bachelor of Arts in Music (Music Technology)

  • GPA: 3.96 ; Dean’s List all semesters.

  • Member of the Honors College.

  • Record, edit, mix, and produce various audio projects for both courses and personal development.

  • Experienced in Pro Tools and MuseScore.

  • Classically trained on oboe, performing for my first two years with the music school’s Symphony Band.


Relevant Experience

WQED-FM PITTSBURGH 89.3 Jan 2025 - Present

Radio Intern

  • Edit podcast interviews, concert programs, and various music performances using Sequoia.

  • Write scripts for, edit, and record on-air spots for podcast episodes and funder gifts.

IEMMA BROADCAST NETWORK - MARY PAPPERT SCHOOL OF MUSIC Aug 2022 - Present

Student Director

  • Build and monitor the station’s broadcast schedule.

  • Broadcast live concerts to internet radio, including setup, monitoring, voice over, and tear down.

  • Write broadcast scripts.


Work Experience

CONFERENCE AND EVENTS SERVICES - DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY Mar 2023 - Present

Student Aid

  • Facilitate and coordinate events happening on campus and ensure the success of these events.

  • Manage and operate A/V equipment, including projectors, wireless microphones, virtual meeting softwares, and cameras.

PITTSBURGH ZOO & AQUARIUM Jun 2022 - Present

Retail Supervisor

  • Complete point of sale transactions.

  • Maintain proper stock of locations and coordinate with fellow employees about product transportation and placement within stores.

  • Communicate with associates and delegate responsibilities to ensure efficient management of stores.

  • Provide customer service and resolve issues.


Leadership/Volunteer Experience

GIRL SCOUTS OF WESTERN PA 2009 - 2021

Lifetime Member

  • Sorted materials and promoted recycling at a Girl Scout-run volunteer recycling center.

  • Achieved both a bronze and silver award for community outreach and volunteer work.

  • Mentored younger scouts joining the organization.