Evrod.: NEWS
Evrod Interviews Alex Trebek - April 5, 2008
Jeopardy! will be taping upcoming episodes in the Madison area beginning Sunday April 6, 2008 until Friday April 11, 2008. NBC 15's Evrod Cassimy will be at the tapings and will have an exclusive interview with Alex Trebek. Be sure to log on to EEO on April 11 at 10pm (CST) for a clip of the news story.
Evrod Gets Signed! - March 31, 2008
This just in! Evrod has just signed a new deal! He recently signed a 4 year contract with Mort Meisner and Associates. As of April 4, 2008, Mort Meisner has been hired as Evrod's TV agent. M.M.A. represent clients in the television industry across the country including New York, Los Angeles and Dallas. Click
here to visit the Mort Meisner and Associates website.
For television news inquiries about Evrod Cassimy please contact:
Mort Meisner and Associates
26711 Woodward Avenue, Suite 203
Huntington Woods, Michigan 48070
Office: 248-545-2222
Evrod In Umoja Magazine - January 2, 2008
Evrod was recently featured in the December issue of Umoja Magazine. Umoja is a Madison based monthly publication. The article takes a look at Evrod's life and career at Channel 15 in Madison, Wisconsin and the inspiriation behind his work. Read the article below.
EVROD CASSIMY: A NEWSCASTER WHO ALSO SINGS PROFESSIONALLY
Evrod Cassimy is a son and a brother to his family and a vocalist and multi-talented artist to the public and the newest addition to WMTV NBC 15.
When I asked him what he enjoyed most about being a reporter and an anchor he responded "the most wonderful thing is that I have the distinct honor and privilege to meet different people every day. My day is never the same. There is always the anticipation of doing something new, something spontaneous." Spontaneous is a word that may be scary to others, but never for this young man of high ambition and drive.
Evrod was raised in Rockford, Illinois. He attended Rockford Christian High School and then went on to graduate from Columbia College in Chicago with a degree in Television Broadcast Journalism. His vocal talents were made known at the recent NAACP banquet held in the Village as he introduced the keynote speaker. Evrod began singing at the tender age of 3 when he started singing at church. His talent matured and allowed him to release his first demo at age 18, entitled Everything Evrod. This young man of great presence and quiet demeanor was once at a place of discouragement as he pursued his music career while attending school at the same time. Although times weren't easy, he graduated college, secured his very first job as a reporter (KJCT News in Grand Junction, CO), and pursued his music career.
Evrod is very proud of the work that he does at Channel 15. "There are days that are more challenging than others. Sometimes we have to set aside personal life issues to reach the ultimate goal of being a positive role model for who you represent. You have to maintain your sense of humor. You also have to maintain your character and be entertaining as well as personable.
Evrod doesn't see reporting the news as a negative thing. "More times than not, we have to talk about the negative things that take place. My goal in broadcasting is to cover stories that affect a larger audience by not only highlighting the negative but also turning them into a positive."
One of the things Evrod enjoys about his work at NBC 15 is that his superiors give him access to so many resources. He is grateful to have access to the answers tha twill ultimately empower others and give them a sense of hope. He is thankful for the opportunity that he has had to follow his dream of being a news reporter. He gives credit for much of his success to Art Norman who is a fellow NBC anchor in Chicago, Illinois. "Art continues to give me good sound advice as my career develops. I am blessed to have him in my life." He is also thankful for Anna Davlantes, another NBC reporter in Chicago. She told me the importance of pursuing my passion in these words: "The greater the passion the greater the accomplishment."
If you would like to know more about Evrod, visit EverythingEvrod.com. If you ever get the chance to visit Genghis Grill in Grand Junction, Colorado, stop in and ask for Evrod's Hypnotiq Bowl. It's a blend of green and white onions, bean sprouts, lemon pepper chicken and fried rice. it's a dish named after him and sounds tasty with a healthy kick.
Evrod even enjoys writing music, singing and watching the news when he is away from work. he would also like to travel whenever he can find the time. His parents are Avril and Glenn Cassimy who live in Rockford, Illinois.
Evrod In Madison Times Newspaper - January 2, 2008
Evrod was recently featured on the front page of the Madison Times Newspaper, a local publication. In the article he talks about his music, television career and finding his way around the city. Read a copy of the article by clicking
here.
Evrod In Capital Times Newspaper - November 29, 2007
Evrod was recently featured in the Capital Times Newspaper, a local paper in Madison, WI. The headline of the story was on the front page as well as his picture. In the article find out the inspiration behind his music, why he loves his career in television and how it all started. Read the entire article by clickling
here.
Evrod In Madison Times Newspaper - November 26, 2007
Evrod was mentioned in the Madison Times Newspaper after his performance at the NAACP Banquet. Read the statement below.
Evrod Cassimy, NBC 15 news reporter, served as master of ceremonies. Cassimy sang a tribute song to Dr. Rivers called “Jesus is the Center of My Life,” which brought the crowd to its feet.
by A. David Dahmer
Television - October 11, 2007
Be sure to check out the new
Audio/TV section of EEO for Evrod's latest television broadcasts! This section is updated DAILY, so check back often to keep up to date!
Evrod Signs With WMTV! - July 1, 2007
It's official! The rumors are true! Evrod has signed a contract with WMTV
NBC 15 in Madison, Wisconsin. You can catch him LIVE on tv Monday
through Friday. in the greater Madison area. "I am so excited!" say Evrod, "This is a big move for me. I look forward to this new jump but I will definately miss Grand
Junction, Colorado." Evrod's last day on air with KJCT will be July 8, 2007. You can catch him on WMTV in Madison, Wisconsin beginning July 16, 2007.
Make Money With EEO - May 19, 2007
Do you have a way with people? Are you a talented salesperson? Or do you just like Evrod's music and want the whole world to hear it? If so EEO is looking for YOU! We are looking for talented individuals all across the world who would like to become sales people for EEO. Work from home and earn as much as you want! For further information all interested individuals please call 773-409-4442 or send an e-mail to
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Evrod On Think2wice.org - April 26, 2007
Evrod is featured as the new artist on
Think2wice.org. Read the article below.
"This guy is a true renaissance man, from reporting the news to doing his thing with music, Evrod is indeed everything! He also writes, his influences are Stevie Wonder, Boys II Men, Michael Jackson, Brian McKnight, Usher, Mariah Carey, Craig David, Lauryn Hill, and Musiq Soulchild. Not a bad list, not a bad list at all! Evrod is signed to Cassimy Management. You can hear his brand new single, “Hypnotiq,” that’s sweeping the radio below! Be sure to drop a line over at Evrod’s MYSPACE or visit his official website at EVERYTHINGEVROD.COM"
Everything Evrod CD Single In Stores! - April 24, 2007
Evrod's CD Single, Everything Evrod is available for purchase in yet ANOTHER store. If you live in the Grand Junction, Colorado area you can purchase the CD at Hasting located at 2401 North Avenue, 970-243-0781. Please stop in there and purchase your copy today!!
Everything Evrod On iTunes! - April 23, 2007
iPod users listen up! Evrod's single,
Everything Evrod has now been added to a list of digital download companies such as iTunes and Napster. Now you can purchase your favorite single songs from the CD. It takes a while for these companies to get everything completely set so if it is not there right away check back in a few weeks. You can also purchase single songs right here on the website. Click
HERE for a complete list of digital download companies that sell Evrod's music.
Win Free Concert Tickets! - April 23, 2007
Would you like to win free concert tickets to Evrod's next show?? Well now you can! EverythingEvrod.com will be giving away two concert tickets, a New York Moon girl's t-shirt and a copy of Evrod's CD to ONE lucky winner here online! To win all you have to do is type your e-mail in the black box to the left that says "Win Free Concert Tickets!!" and you could be the lucky winner! The winner will be chosen at random and will be notified via e-mail on May 16. Sign up today!!
Evrod Featured On Fashion Show Billboards - April 23, 2007
Evrod In The Newspaper - April 22, 2007
An article written by Richie Ashcraft was in the GJ Sentinel, the local newspaper in Grand Junction, Colorado. Evrod was mentioned as the featured performing artist. Read the article posted below.
N.Y.C. vs. L.A.: Coast-to-coast trends meet on GJ runway
By RICHIE ANN ASHCRAFT The Daily Sentinel
Thursday, April 19, 2007
New York Moon Boutique and Pollux Clothing Co. have teamed up to present a “West Coast meets East Coast” fashion show at The Daily Sentinel’s Head to Toe Women’s Expo from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday at Two Rivers Convention Center.
The luncheon will feature a live performance by local musician Evrod and a runway fashion show choreographed by Brooke Wilson. Tickets are available at The Daily Sentinel through Friday.
Everything Evrod CD Single In Stores! - April 2, 2007
Everything Evrod, Evrod's debut CD Single, is available in stores! If you are in the Grand Junction, Colorado area, you can purchase the CD for only $4.99 at NY Moon. NY Moon is located at 200 West Grand Grand Junction, Colorado 81501. Call 970-242-2013 for more details.
Evrod Looking For Dancers - April 2, 2007
Evrod will be performing at a number of places over the next few months and if you are a dancing then he is looking for YOU! Evrod is looking for hip-hop dancers in the Grand Junction, Colorado area to perform at his upcoming shows. If you would like to be apart of his show please call 773-409-4442.
Evrod As CNN Anchor - March 1, 2007
Evrod has recently been added as one of the CNN Headline News Local Edition anchors. You can watch him on Cable Channel 27 in Grand Junction, Colorado on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays twice every hour. Be sure to tune in. If you missed it, clips will be added in the MULTIMEDIA section above.
Evrod Featured On Columbia College Website - February 5, 2007
Evrod is the featured alumni on Columbia College Chicago's website. There he talks about his recent signing with ABC Television. Click
here to see the article. Or read it below.
"It’s so crazy to look back and say I spent three years of my life at Columbia College. It seemed like just yesterday when I was taking Aesthetics and Storytelling with Frank Bianco. I was a Broadcast Journalism major, just like everyone else it seemed, and had no idea what was ahead of me for the next three years.
I was forced to take news quizzes every day -- failing most of them of course. I wrote articles for Jim Sulski’s class that I never turned in until the end of the semester. I remember struggling through Steven Lattimore’s intense classes. I even checked out cameras almost every day at the cage. When I look back at all of that, I realize how necessary it was for me to learn everything I did.
I’m 22-years-old college graduate now. Before I started at Columbia, I was a singer, and during my senior year of high school, I put together my first single. I was working and going to school full-time and my manager had me in the studio at times when I should have been sleeping. I contemplated dropping out of school my last semester plenty of times and only made it to a little bit more than half of my classes. I worked very hard as I tried to pursue two careers at the same time. However, I don’t think I would be where I am today had I not attended Columbia.
I graduated in May with a degree in Television Broadcast Journalism and can say that everything I learned at Columbia, I use today. After I graduated, I took three months off to pursue my music and went on a radio promotional tour. I did radio interviews and got to hear my music on the radio for the first time.
In September, I applied to my first TV station and surprisingly got hired. I am now reporting the news at KJCT News 8 in Grand Junction, Co.
“I was determined to start in as big of a market as possible, and although most people have never heard of Grand Junction, it's a metropolis of its own. ”
It’s just like what I imagined it would be. I find myself watching the news every morning and afternoon as if there is a news quiz the next day. I have to write stories with deadlines later that day. I find that I am constantly reminded about my years in Columbia. Teachers told me that I would have to start in a small no-name city, and that definitely discouraged me, but my time here has proved that you make your career by the time you put in in college.
I was determined to start in as big of a market as possible, and although most people have never heard of Grand Junction, it’s a metropolis of its own. I am well prepared and it’s all due to the real world experience I gained at Columbia. I came in knowing the professional jargon because my teachers were or had been working professionals themselves. I often joked with my colleagues about how heavy those cameras are and I didn’t see the relevance of some of the stories I had to write; but the end result has definitely been worth it.
Right now, local radio stations in Grand Junction and other cities are playing my music and I am reporting the news and getting paid for it. I am fulfilling my dreams by doing two things I love, thanks to my education at Columbia College. I miss the city everyday, but I know that one day I hope to be at NBC Tower across from the Wrigley Building reporting the news with Allison Rosati and Warner Saunders.
The greatest thing I can share with those still at Columbia is don’t take for granted the work you are doing now, because it’s preparing you for your future."
Restaurant Names Menu Item After Evrod - January 17, 2007
If you visit Genghis Grill in Grand Junction, Colorado, you can now get a taste of Evrod.
The restaurant named a new menu item after Evrod called "Evrod's Hypnotiq Bowl." Evrod went to the restaurant and picked the ingredients for the new menu item and even learned how to cook it himself. It features lemony pepper chicken, green and white onions, bean sprouts and friend rice.
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