About
Dr. David Ozmun has served as professor of communications and a public relations associate in Ouachita's
Rogers Department of Communication since 1987.
Dr. Ozmun previously worked at both radio and television stations in Milwaukee and
interned in Dallas. He currently produces television and video programs for Ouachita
and other businesses, organizations and ministries.
Ouachita, a monthly production overseen by Ozmun, has won numerous awards.
Full CV
Fun Facts
What is your favorite thing about your field?
It has been interesting to see how television and video have evolved since I first
engaged the technology in the early 1970s. Back then the field was open to few; now
everyone who has a smartphone is a producer, director, videographer and talent.
What is a favorite moment of working with Ouachita students?
A favorite moment with students comes each year with the streaming of Tiger Tunes,
produced by our students for thousands who are unable to attend. The professional
quality of the broadcast speaks to the skill and devotion of the team, which is made
up of students.
Areas of Expertise
Featured Courses Taught:
- Broadcast history
- Communications law
- Video production
Featured Publications/Presentations:
- "Music, Moneymakers, Minorities and Marginalization: A statistical look at African-American
pop music success before and after the radio payola scandal" presented at the BEA
national convention (2019)
- "Pre-Pauline Frederick: Network Television’s First Female Foreign Correspondent" presented
at the BEA national convention (2006)
Involvement
Industry
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(1987 to present) Television producer, including Ouachita, The Todd Knight Show, Call to Commitment, The J.R. Eldridge Show; regular broadcasting of the Arkadelphia City Board meetings; Video producer, including Hot Springs Village-The right choice; The Canadian Southern Baptist Seminary; Clark County-The place to do business; Arkadelphia
Chamber of Commerce, Clark County United Way, Beyond Hearing Aids
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Radio producer, including This Week at Ouachita
University Committees
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University Curriculum Committee, 2009 (chair 2010-2011), 2019-present
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Faculty Development Committee, 2016-2019
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University Committee, 2012-2015
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Learning and Technology Resources Committee (chair 2006-2008)
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Honors Council, 2002-2005
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Faculty Welfare Committee, chair, 2002-2003
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Judicial Council 2003
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University Curriculum Committee, 1998-2000
Service
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First Baptist Church Arkadelphia, deacon and Worship Technology Committee
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Gideons International
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Arkadelphia Camp Secretary, 2008-present
