Resume
Multimedia Journalist | Play-by-Play Broadcaster
Summary
Multimedia journalist with experience in broadcast production, sports reporting, and digital storytelling. Upper Midwest Emmy–nominated student journalist with hands-on experience in ESPN+ broadcasts and newsroom production at WHO 13. Skilled in shooting, editing, interviewing, and live production under deadline.
Awards/Honors
Crystal Pillar Nominee
Mar 2025
Part of three Emmy-nominated student productions; sole nominee for Best Writer (College)
Phi Beta Kappa Member
Mar 2025
Only 36 of LAS juniors at Iowa State can be
nominated to Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society.
Jayne Larson Award
Dec 2024
Scholarship is awarded to members of the Iowa
State University Marching Band for excellence.
Dean’s List
Dec 2022 - Jan 2025
Recipient each semester attended
Leadership
ISUCF’V’MB Student Staff
2026-Present
Selected as one of six members appointed to the Student Staff of the ISUCF’V’MB.
Alto Saxophone Guide for the previous two years.
Selected for leadership based on performance, work ethic, and mentorship.
Facilitated musical and marching development for section members.'
Sports Media Club Vice President
2024-Present
Vice President of the Sports Media Club at Iowa
State. Former Director of Social Media.
Led student journalists in broadcast and digital sports coverage
Created real-world sports media opportunities for
students with limited formal pathways.
Established partnerships with Iowa State club sports and Ames High School
Work Experience
Sports Intern, WHO 13 Jun 2025 - Aug 2025
Pitched, shot, and edited sports stories for the WHO 13 Sports department for their nightly telecasts.
Produced daily game highlights and postseason coverage for broadcast and digital platforms.
Conducted on-field and sit-down interviews with athletes and coaches under deadline.
Created feature stories on central Iowa players and programs.
Developed proficiency in using programs such as AP ENPS, Latakoo, and Bit Central.
Production Crew Member, ISU Athletics Department Mar 2024 - Present
Served as on-air play-by-play broadcaster and color commentator for ESPN+ broadcasts across multiple sports
Operated broadcast cameras, replay systems, and audio equipment for live ESPN+ and in-venue productions at Hilton Coliseum.
Contributed to Cyclones.TV productions, supporting camera operation, audio engineering, and live control-room workflows.
Assisted with gameday production elements, including scoreboard graphics, ribbon board content, and house presentation.
Student Journalist, EverGreenlee News Aug 2024 - Dec 2024
Reported, shot, wrote, and edited broadcast news packages for EverGreenlee magazine and digital platforms.
Served as on-air talent, delivering stand-ups and narrated packages under deadline.
Conducted interviews with Iowa State students and local community members for enterprise and feature reporting.
Contributed to three Upper Midwest Emmy–nominated student productions; sole nominee for Best Writer (College) for “Annie Huynh’s Comeback.”
Marketing Intern, Wellabe Jun 2024 - Aug 2024
Led creative development for a three-month intern capstone video project, overseeing writing, interviewing, shooting, graphics, animation, and editing.
Coordinated intern collaboration on the capstone project to ensure timely delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
Produced video, photo, and social media content for Wellabe’s digital platforms and marketing team.
Photographed company events for use on the company website and promotional materials.
Play-by-Play Broadcaster, Roosevelt H.S. May 2024 -Jul 2024
Provided live play-by-play announcing for Des Moines Roosevelt High School baseball and softball games throughout the season.
Produced broadcast graphics and developed storylines while simultaneously delivering live play-by-play coverage.
Covered teams consistently across a full season in an unpaid, self-directed role, gaining experience in preparation, continuity, and live sports storytelling.
Education
Bachelor of Science 2022 - Present
Iowa State University - Ames, IA
Major: Journalism & Mass Communications
Minors: Political Science, Music, Spanish
Honors Program Member
Research Assistant for Dr. Kelly Winfrey (2023)
Key Skills
Adobe Creative and Office Suite
Video and audio editing
Play-by-play commentary
Interviewing
ENPS
Bitcentral
Latakoo
Photography
Field production
Video shooting (DSLR/broadcast cameras)
Social media management
Graphic design