Dylan McCabe is studying Sports Broadcasting at Full Sail University. He grew up in Northern California and was a leader to his younger siblings. His goal is to become a sports director, radio show host, or announcer. In the short term, he aims to grow his online profile and have his LinkedIn be the top result when searching his name. Long term, he wants to establish himself as the main color commentator for Fox Sports NFL broadcasts. He sees himself competing against others in his field with more experience but who lack a degree from Full Sail.
2. The oldest of four siblings, Dylan McCabe grew
up in Northern California. Growing up he was
instilled with being a leader to his younger
siblings and that has helped him become the
hardworking dedicated person he is today. He is
now studying Sports Broadcasting at Full Sail
University to further his passion for Sports
Entertainment.
IDENTITY
3. PROFESSION
Potential Job Titles:
• Sports Director
• Radio Show Host
• Announcer
Hero Brand Archetype: Being apart of
the Hero Brand archetype means
that I am not only a hard worker but
very disciplined. These are two of
the most important qualities in a
successful director of any sort, and
also shows the grit and patience of
a long term TV announcer or Radio
Host.
Radio and Television Announcer
4. • DEMOGRAPHICS: 65% Men, 20-45
years old, Racially Diverse,
Single/Bachelor Type, Located
on the east and west coasts.
• PSYCHOGRAPHICS: Usually lives
alone or is in college, loves
sports, outdoor lifestyle,
somewhat athletic, would
rather watch football on Sunday
than go to church.
• IDEAL AUDIENCE MEMBERS: Brittany
Kelley (Senior Recruiter), Stacy
Williamson (Senior Recruiter),
Enrique Washington (Talent
Acquisition)
Recruiters & Hiring Managers at ESPN
TARGET AUDIENCE
5. Short Term: (Before Graduation 2021)
• I will start growing my online image.
• I will have my LinkedIn pop up on the first
page when googling my name.
Mid Term: (2025)
• I will be a small time color caster for ESPN.
• I will work primarily D2 but eventually make
my way into the smaller D1 Conferences in
football.
Long Term: (2040)
• Establish myself as a main Fox Sports Color Caster for
the NFL.
• I will work a full 16 game NFL schedule.
Goals
6. SKILLS ANALYSIS
Notable Skills & Current Proficiencies:
Notable Skills REQUIRED in TRADE & Current Proficiencies:
Color Commentating 87%
Broadcast Writing 65%
Leadership 80%
Public Speaking 60%
SOFTHARD
Complex Problem Solving 100%
Time Management 10%
Professional Writing 40%
Public Speaking 60%
SOFTHARD
7. I help broadcast networks gain viewership
and lifetime fans through an interesting
personality and a never settle attitude.
PROMISE
8. CREDENTIALS
Work Experience:
• 5 Years serving people and learning what
different people need to be happy.
Education:
• Sportscasting B.S., Full Sail University (Exp. 2021)
Awards:
• Honor Roll High School
• Most Improved Wrestler 2016
9. COMPETITION
Zachary Grady
Industry Experience:
• Former Edward Jones Financial Advisor and
Part Time XFL Employee.
Education:
• Current student enrolled in Sportscasting , B.S. at Full Sail
University
• Bachelors Degree from Brockport College
Leadership Experience:
• Former CFO
• Volunteer Offensive and Defensive Coordinator for kids football
team
Skills and Proficiencies:
• Customer Service - 14 endorsements
• Retail - 13 endorsements
• Sales - 12 endorsements
Dylan McCabe
Overall Online Presence:
• Less than 350 connections, Active on social media, qualified for
a different position.
Industry Experience:
• None, full time student.
Education:
• Current student enrolled in Sportscasting B.S. at Full Sail
University
Leadership Experience:
• Former Team Captain of Varsity Wrestling, founder of eSports
organization
Skills and Proficiencies:
• No endorsements as of right now, page still in progress.
Overall Online Presence:
• LinkedIn profile brand new - no online presence. Page still an
obvious work in progress.
10. COMPETITION
Bomani Jones
Industry Experience:
• 7 years on air at ESPN.
Education:
• Economics Degree, Clark Atlanta University
Noteworthy Experience:
• 7 years at ESPN and CEO of Old Soul Productions
Skills and Proficiencies:
• Television - 33 endorsements
• New Media - 23 endorsements
• Radio - 19 endorsements
Dylan McCabe
Overall Online Presence:
• 500+ connections, banner and portrait professional
Overall Online Presence:
• LinkedIn profile brand new - no online presence. Page still
an obvious work in progress.
Skills and Proficiencies:
• No endorsements as of right now, page still in progress.
Leadership Experience:
• Former Team Captain of Varsity Wrestling, founder of eSports
organization
Education:
• Current student enrolled in Sportscasting B.S. at Full Sail
University
Industry Experience:
• None, full time student.
11. BRAND POSITION
Leaving viewers wanting more and needing
less after they fall at the hands of the quick
thinking of Dylan McCabe.
DYLAN “QUICK FEET” MCCABE
Dylan has been quick on his
feet due to being undersized
as he has always had to think
his way out of jams.
12. NETWORKING & MARKETING
Industry Events & Organizations
• 2020 NAB Show New York
‣ October 21-22, 2020 New York, NY.
• 2020 eSports Summit
‣ October 19-20 Las Vegas, NV.
• 2020 Game Changers Conference
‣ October 27-28 New York, NY.
Digital Marketing
• Primary Content: Look into establishing Without The Fluff podcast with
Full Sail friends. Podcast about a wide variety of sports topic.
• Primary Tools: Twitter and Instagram - Promote WTF through both
websites and then establish a clear powerful LinkedIn profile and
make connections with people who can help me get to where I want to
go.
• Website: Full Sail digital portfolio site to showcase school work; use
blog to showcase overall sports knowledge and embed podcast
episodes.
13. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Mentor
• Seeking experienced broadcaster with at least 10 yrs of
experience in football or basketball; or somebody with
success in the sports industry with a full sail degree.
Formal Education
• Complete Sportscasting B.S. by expected graduation
date in 2021
Technical Skills
• Time Management - LinkedInLearning - July 2020
• How to become a better listener - LinkedInLearning
July 2020
Soft Skills
• Managing in difficult times - LinkedInLearning July
2020
• Discovering Your Strengths - Linked In Learning July
2020
14. Dylan McCabe
You know how the Monday
Night Football broadcasts have
been struggling to find a reliable color
caster for the last few seasons? Luckily for you I am the
exact man to save the day. I am an up and coming color
commentator that will take the world by storm when given
the chance. In fact my games covering Rollins College are
proof to that.