About Mekhi
The Story
Behind The Work
First-generation college student. Community journalist. Born in Millville, NJ. Built for the national stage.
Millville, NJ
Hometown
Monmouth University
University
Alpha Phi Alpha
Chapter President
2022
On-Air Since
Emmy Award
From Field Trip to Production Floor
Sherri · Lionsgate | Debmar-MercuryThe Beginning
It Started at 15
A field trip to ABC News Philadelphia at age 15 lit the spark. Standing in a real newsroom — seeing anchors, cameras, and the machinery of storytelling — made everything clear. This was what he was meant to do.
Growing up in Millville, NJ, a city often overlooked by the media it deserves, Mekhi developed an early understanding of what it means for a community to go unheard. That experience didn't become a chip on his shoulder — it became his mission.
“I report stories that amplify communities often unheard.”
As a first-generation college student, Mekhi was accepted to 22 colleges before choosing Monmouth University to pursue a B.A. in Communications (Media Studies & Production). Since arriving, he's turned academic opportunity into real-world experience — from the production floor of a nationally syndicated talk show to the streets of New York City covering celebrity news for Page Six.
ABC News Philadelphia
Field Training · Age 15
Page Six
Field Reporting · New York Post
ABC News Philadelphia
Field Training · Age 15
Media Experience
Where I've Worked
Lionsgate | Debmar-Mercury
Sherri — Nationally Syndicated Talk Show
Production Assistant Intern
January 2026 – Present
New York, NY
- —Support daily production operations, collaborating with producers, stage managers, and cross-functional teams to execute live and taped segments.
- —Coordinate guest logistics and talent relations, overseeing green room management, on-air participation cues, and real-time fulfillment of host and production needs during show tapings.
- —Research, fact-check, and pitch segment ideas for human-interest and lifestyle content, contributing to show rundowns while maintaining editorial accuracy under tight production deadlines.
The New York Post
Page Six
Editorial Assistant
March 2024 – April 2024
New York, NY
- —Supported on-site reporting for Page Six alongside a senior reporter, covering high-profile entertainment features including an interview with Uncle Luke during the Freaknik (Hulu) promotional campaign.
- —Assisted with pre-interview research, question development, and field logistics while gaining hands-on experience in real-time editorial decision-making.
- —Contributed to field production operations by assisting with talent coordination, release confirmations, and asset gathering (video, soundbites, photos) for multi-platform distribution.
WMCX 88.9 FM
Monmouth University Station
Radio Personality & Podcaster
February 2022 – January 2024
West Long Branch, NJ
- —Hosted live weekly radio broadcasts and podcast episodes, operating professional studio equipment (audio boards, mics, editing software) while delivering engaging, unscripted on-air content.
- —Produced and conducted interviews with campus leaders and community voices, developing research-driven segments on student life, culture, and national issues.
- —Led end-to-end content production including show rundown creation, topic research, script outlining, recording, editing, and digital promotion.
On Set — Sherri
Production Assistant Intern · Lionsgate | Debmar-Mercury
Nationally Syndicated · New York, NYLeadership
Beyond The Newsroom
Chapter President
Alpha Phi Alpha · Sigma Xi Chapter
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Sigma Xi Chapter
Chapter President
March 2025 – Present · West Long Branch, NJ
- —Lead chapter operations and strategic planning, overseeing programming, member development, and organizational governance.
- —Coordinate campus and community initiatives including mentorship programs, service projects, and external partnerships to strengthen chapter impact and visibility.
Model United Nations Team
Monmouth University
Delegate
September 2023 – August 2024 · West Long Branch, NJ
- —Selected member of the university Model United Nations team, representing the institution at the Harvard National Model United Nations Conference.
- —Conducted policy research, drafted position papers, and engaged in formal debate, demonstrating leadership, diplomacy, and public speaking skills in a competitive international setting.
Skills
What I Bring to the Table
Production
Live Broadcast & Studio Production
Show Rundown Creation
Segment Development & Pitching
Talent & Guest Coordination
Journalism
Field Production & Logistics
Pre-Interview Research
Editorial Fact-Checking
Multi-Platform Asset Gathering
Technical
Avid News Cutter Editing
DV Camera Operation
Audio Board Operation
Digital Content Strategy
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