WORK EXPERIENCE

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WORK EXPERIENCE -

  • Led production efforts for coaches' shows and pregame and postgame coverage of Kentucky Football and Men's Basketball at the UK Sports Network. Worked hands-on in all areas of content creation, including operating camera and audio for interviews and media availabilities, collaborating with athletes and coaches, and producing, directing and editing a Kentucky basketball podcast hosted by Michelle Knezovic and Noah Frary.

    Communicated between producers, directors and on-air talent to ensure seamless broadcasts while mentoring fellow interns on production workflows, technical processes and equipment operation. Helped deliver high-quality sports content in a collaborative, fast-paced production environment. Position held from August 2025 - May 2026.

  • Worked in various control rooms and in-venue production roles for SEC Network broadcasts at the University of Kentucky, serving as a utility, assistant director, camera operator, instant replay operator, show control operator and video board operator. Supported the production team in the successful execution of live broadcasts while developing a strong technical understanding of live sports production through experience across multiple roles. Position held from August 2024 - May 2026.

  • Served as the play-by-play and color commentator for Tates Creek High School boys' and girls' basketball, delivering live game coverage and analysis. Prepared call sheets, game boards and research on teams, players and storylines while collaborating with school staff and production crews to ensure seamless broadcasts. Wrote broadcast opens, sponsor reads and other on-air elements throughout the season. Position held from November 2025 - January 2026.

  • Served as the play-by-play commentator for University of Kentucky men's lacrosse broadcasts, delivering live game coverage and analysis. Researched team and player statistics, histories and storylines while preparing detailed broadcast notes to provide accurate, engaging and informative commentary throughout each game. Position held from January 2025 - April 2026.

  • Hosted and produced The Bluegrass Breakdown, delivering in-depth conversations and analysis of Kentucky Wildcats athletics. Oversaw all aspects of production, including editing full episodes and short-form content, creating graphics and thumbnails in Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop, and promoting content across social media platforms.

    Covered Kentucky athletics as a reporter for a credentialed media outlet, producing feature stories, breaking news, player interviews and behind-the-scenes content while delivering accurate and engaging coverage for Big Blue Nation.

    Designed graphics, motion assets and branded video elements for KY Insider's digital platforms, edited podcast content, and developed reusable templates to maintain a consistent visual identity across X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube. Positions held from April 2025 - May 2026.

  • Reported on University of Kentucky athletics, covering games, secondary stories and feature pieces across a variety of sports, including club hockey, club lacrosse, men's tennis, gymnastics and baseball. Produced written coverage focused on teams, athletes and behind-the-scenes storytelling. Recognized as a 2X KPA General Excellence Award recipient during tenure from January 2024 to April 2025.

  • Co-hosted Kernel at the Buzzer, a weekly podcast covering University of Kentucky athletics alongside fellow Kentucky Kernel reporters. Managed production responsibilities including creating graphics, editing episodes and packaging short-form clips for social media platforms. Position held from December 2024 - April 2025.

  • Worked in fine dining, developing strong communication, multitasking and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment. Learned to remain composed under pressure, adapt quickly and maintain professionalism while delivering a high level of service. These experiences strengthened the teamwork, attention to detail and composure needed in live sports production. Position held from February 2024 - August 2025.

SKILLS & EDUCATION

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SKILLS & EDUCATION -

  • Graduated from the University of Kentucky in May 2026 with a Bachelor of Arts in Sports Journalism, a certificate in Sport Communication, Media and Promotion, and a minor in Jewish Studies. This education provided a strong foundation in sports media, production, reporting and storytelling, complemented by hands-on experience across live broadcasts, content creation and digital media.

  • Through my roles with the Atlanta Falcons, SEC Network, UK Sports Network and Kentucky Men's Lacrosse, I have developed extensive experience in live sports production. My work has included serving as an assistant director, camera operator, instant replay operator, video board operator and play-by-play commentator, giving me a well-rounded understanding of broadcast operations from both behind the scenes and on-air.

    I currently apply these skills as a Studio Production Associate with the Atlanta Falcons, supporting live and pre-recorded productions, player and coach media, podcasts, press conferences and gameday content. These experiences have strengthened my ability to perform in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while creating engaging content that connects with sports audiences.

  • Through my work with Kentucky Men's Lacrosse, Kernel at the Buzzer, KY Insider and the Field of 68 Network, I have developed experience creating graphics and visual content for sports media platforms. I have designed custom overlays, score bugs, podcast branding, thumbnails, social graphics, breaking news templates and digital assets that enhance the viewer experience and maintain consistent brand identities.

    I currently apply these skills with the Atlanta Falcons, contributing to the creation and organization of visual content across live and digital productions. These experiences have strengthened my understanding of visual storytelling, audience engagement and the importance of creating clean, effective graphics that connect with fans in a fast-paced sports media environment.

  • My experience in sport communication has focused on connecting audiences with the games, stories and personalities that shape athletic culture. Through play-by-play commentary for Kentucky Men's Lacrosse, reporting for KY Insider, podcast hosting and production work with the UK Sports Network, SEC Network and Atlanta Falcons, I have developed the ability to tell compelling stories across multiple platforms.

    These experiences have strengthened my skills in interviewing, collaboration, live communication and narrative storytelling while working in fast-paced sports environments. Whether through a broadcast, article, podcast or digital production, my goal is to capture both the action on the field and the stories behind the athletes, creating content that informs and connects with fans.

  • Research is the foundation of my work across broadcasting, reporting and storytelling. Whether preparing for a live broadcast, writing a feature story or conducting an interview, I analyze statistics, history and relevant context to create accurate, insightful content. This preparation allows me to ask stronger questions, provide more informed commentary and develop stories that give audiences a deeper understanding of the athletes, teams and moments being covered.

  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud has played a key role in creating engaging sports media content across digital and broadcast platforms. Using tools such as Photoshop and Premiere Pro, I design graphics, edit video content and develop visual elements for broadcasts, podcasts and social media. These skills allow me to combine creativity with storytelling, producing polished, engaging content that meets the fast-paced demands of modern sports media.