Toby Cooper
About Toby Cooper
Toby Cooper is a Traffic Coordinator at CUMULUS MEDIA, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in production assistance and broadcasting, having held various roles in the Greater Atlanta Area and beyond since 2014.
Work at Cumulus Media
Toby Cooper has been employed at Cumulus Media as a Traffic Coordinator since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for initiating weekly affidavit processing of network and syndicated programming. He establishes communication regarding endorsements, games, and live reads with talent, Program Directors, and production staff. Additionally, he cross-trains with traffic personnel on all department duties and serves as a backup when needed. His position is based in Sandy Springs, Georgia.
Previous Experience in Production
Prior to his current role, Toby Cooper accumulated diverse experience in the production field. He worked as a Set Production Assistant for Independent Film in 2017 and for DeKalb County Board of Education in both 2015 and 2017. He also served as a Production Assistant at Bobcat Productions in 2016 and Link9 in 2019. His background includes a position as a Master Control Operator at Encompass Digital Media, Inc. from 2016 to 2019, and as a Broadcast Media Associate from 2015 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Toby Cooper holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Professional Writing from the University of North Alabama, which he completed from 2009 to 2013. His educational background has equipped him with skills relevant to his roles in media and production. This foundation supports his work in traffic coordination and production assistance across various organizations.
Early Career and Internships
Toby's early career included a variety of roles that contributed to his development in the media industry. He worked as a Copy Editor Intern at Birthday Direct from 2012 to 2013 and gained experience in customer service as a Server at Chili's from 2013 to 2014. He also held a position as a Sales Associate at The Buckle in 2013. These roles provided him with foundational skills in communication and teamwork.
Experience with Turner Broadcasting System
Toby Cooper worked at Turner Broadcasting System as a Broadcast Operations Associate for the NBA League Pass from 2014 to 2016. In this role, he contributed to the operations of broadcasting services, gaining valuable insights into the media industry. His experience at Turner Broadcasting further enhanced his expertise in broadcast operations and media coordination.