David Sutton
About David Sutton
David Sutton serves as the Central Illinois Regional Production Director at CUMULUS MEDIA, a position he has held since 2021. He has over a decade of experience in the radio industry and a diverse educational background in media management and biological sciences.
Work at Cumulus Media
David Sutton has served as the Central Illinois Regional Production Director at Cumulus Media since 2021. In this role, he manages production departments for multiple radio groups within the Bloomington and Peoria, Illinois areas. His responsibilities include overseeing production processes and ensuring high-quality audio content across various platforms. Sutton's experience in radio production spans over a decade, allowing him to effectively lead teams and enhance operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
David Sutton possesses a diverse educational background. He earned an Associate of Science degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Parkland College from 2007 to 2009. He furthered his studies at Illinois State University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Mass Media - Radio from 2009 to 2011. Sutton also holds a Master of Arts from Central Michigan University, achieved between 2011 and 2013, and a Master of Science in Media Management from Arkansas State University, completed from 2018 to 2020.
Background
David Sutton has extensive experience in the radio industry, having worked in various roles since 2010. His career began at WZND Student Radio as Production/Imaging Director. He then served as a Sports DJ/Sound Board Operator for the Normal CornBelters. Sutton transitioned to Relevant Radio, where he worked as Production Associate and Chief Operations Manager from 2013 to 2016. Prior to his current position at Cumulus Media, he was the Production Director at Radio Bloomington-Cumulus Media from 2016 to 2021.
Achievements
Throughout his career, David Sutton has contributed to the radio industry in multiple capacities, showcasing his versatility and commitment. His roles have included managing production teams and enhancing audio content quality. Sutton's work has spanned various organizations, demonstrating his ability to adapt and thrive in different environments within the media sector.