Hello

I'm Matthew Jay Fogle

Journalist // Certified Personal Trainer // Fitness Nutrition Specialist // Christian Worship Leader // DJ // Emcee // Voiceover Personality // Traffic Director

  • City Jacksonville, FL
  • Country USA
  • Email Matthew@MatthewFogle.com
  • Creator 1 Workout 4 Life by Fitness Spark Plug

Work Experience

2021-Present

Worship Pastor

Dinsmore Baptist Church (Jacksonville, FL)

2019-2021

Worship Leader & Youth Pastor

Rivers Edge Church (Hilliard, FL)

2018-Present

Founder/Creator

Fitness Spark Plug (Jacksonville, FL)

* Developing, along with a third-party, the flagship health & fitness app “1 Workout 4 Life”

* Coordinating document filing on three (3) U.S. Trademark classifications

* Writing software product tutorial along with supplemental articles on nutrition and lifestyle

* Programming the fitness routine and flow of the workout splits

* Implementing Yoast Premium SEO for web search engine optimization

* Designing product logo and selecting / editing / formatting useful stock art and vectors

2017-Present

Praise & Worship Leader

Ascension Worship (Jacksonville, FL)

* Servicing local Christian churches as a fill-in worship leader, nearly every Sunday

* Coordinating with the Ascension staff, church staff, and other musicians for programming songs and flow for each service

* Delegating tasks on the spot in new environments each week

2018-2020

Personal Trainer / Staff

Anytime Fitness Lakewood (Jacksonville, FL)

* Personally training clients on a one-to-one level

* Connecting and engaging new members with valuable services

* Tracking all inquiries, follow-up calls, sales tours, and guest visits

* Developing and implementing educational and training resources

* Promoting a member centric experience that is friendly and supportive

2013-2017

Anchor / Multi-Media Journalist

PLG-TV 13 (Bardstown, KY)

* Writing and reporting news content for 5-day a week newscast

* Shooting videos and photos - as well as editing that media - for TV, online, and print publication (The Kentucky Standard)

* Analyzing my own work, driven by motivation for positive audience rapport and daily deadlines

* Assuring accuracy and objectivity while attracting a wider audience demographic

* Increasing social media presence, up from 350 Facebook “Likes” upon hire to over 8,000

* Integrating multiple new ideas for growing viewership, such as more community involvement

* Portraying the face and voice of marketing for the cable TV operation

1998-2013

Program Director / Traffic Director / On-Air Talent

97.1 FM / 1320 AM WBRT (Bardstown, KY)

* Operating radio console starting at the age of 15

* Entertaining as full-time disc jockey and fielding phone calls from listeners

* Gathering and voicing daily news and weather casts

* Hosting basketball play-by-play, coaches' shows, and various call-in programs

* Directing daily commercial insertion and monthly billing as Traffic Director

* Integrating marketing plans online by studying growing audience numbers/demographics

Education

2002-2004

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications

Bellarmine University (Louisville, KY)

2000-2002

Associate's of Arts Degree in General Studies

St. Catharine College (St. Catharine, KY)

2017

Certified Personal Trainer

National Academy of Sports Medicine

2018

Fitness Nutrition Specialist

National Academy of Sports Medicine

Professional Skills

Broadcasting (Radio and TV) and marketing 100
Shooting and editing digital photography and video 100
Composing news and promotional stories, features, press releases, commercials, and PSA's 100
Building and maintaining positive relationships with contacts 100
Editing audio/music on multiple digital platforms 100
Creating useful content and uploading to social media (Facebook, YouTube) 100
Managing productions: concerts, events, speeches, prayer/religious services 100
Portraying an enjoyable and uplifting personality 24/7/365 100

(100% effort, that is. I’ll let others judge my work…)

References

  • "My interview with Matthew felt more like a conversation with an old friend. I really enjoyed my time with him."

    Dave Moisan CONTESTANT, NBC'S "THE VOICE"
  • "Matthew Fogle is one of the hardest working individuals I know. During my time working with him, he was always committed to his task and never hesitated to help out another employee. He is a true team player and has impeccable organization skills. He is a guaranteed asset to any team he is a part of."

    Trey Crumbie REPORTER, LEXINGTON HERALD-LEADER (LEXINGTON, KY); FORMER REPORTER, THE KY STANDARD (BARDSTOWN, KY)
  • "As a firefighter in Nelson County, I have had the opportunity to work closely with the media. I believe PLG News was taken to a new level as Matthew was able to continue to serve the existing viewers while being able to attract an entirely new group of fans. Matthew has always been courteous and professional. He possesses the ability as a reporter to listen to the entire story and report a wealth of pertinent information to the public, while maintaining trust and confidence with his contacts."

    Marlin Howard FIRE CHIEF 2012-2015, BARDSTOWN FIRE DEPT. (BARDSTOWN, KY)
  • "Matthew has been the face of the Bardstown Main Street - Bourbon City Street Concert for many years now. With uncountable years of volunteering, he brings top-notch journalism experience and a contagious energy to our great summer community concert. Matthew is willing to help with event planning - including the development of an informative press release every year, being a resourceful connection to major media contacts throughout our region, and of course our amazing emcee or host for the summer concert. I have had a wonderful experience being able to work side-by-side with Matthew on not only the Bourbon City Street Concert, but also through his position as a journalist with PLG TV. Matthew is personable, knows how to share a story, and brings a positive image to our great community. As a journalism leader and friend, Matthew earns my highest recommendation."

    Lisanna Byrd FORMER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, BARDSTOWN MAIN STREET PROGRAM
  • "Upon his employment at PLG, Matthew hit the ground running, and through the ensuing years, I have been impressed with the job he did in continuing the tradition of local news gathering and presentation. He understands deadlines and the difficulties that can arise from keeping the news product fresh and up to date. Matthew's creativity is another strong suit. Several years ago - as a way to showcase his musical talents - he dreamed up and carried out a multi-state tour held at laundromats. In short Matthew, is a unique individual who would bring a strong set of skills to any undertaking."

    Tom Isaac OPERATIONS MANAGER/ANCHOR (1997-2013), PLG-TV 13
  • “Matthew has been the eyes and the ears of the community, bringing us the news of the day in a professional yet entertaining way. Matthew's passion for this community is very apparent as he works hard to be everything for everyone, covering news and events in all parts of the county.“

    Kim Huston PRESIDENT, NELSON COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (BARDSTOWN, KY)
  • “I’m always encouraged when I’m around Matthew. It has been so cool to hear the things that are on his heart and the things that God is teaching him and showing him. It's exciting to see Matthew love and desire God so much, and want that love and desire to be what his passion is all about. He truly wants to honor God with his time and energies!”

    Daniel Dabney WORSHIP PASTOR, SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (CRESTWOOD, KY)
  • "Matthew's knowledge of technology as well as music is an asset to Dinsmore Baptist Church. Praising God through his leadership has been a smooth flowing experience. His stand for Jesus is reflected in his diligence in directing each service to his best."

    Dr. Winson Butler SENIOR PASTOR, DINSMORE BAPTIST CHURCH

Contact Me

FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME

  • Email Matthew@MatthewFogle.com
  • Phone 502-507-3535