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Joshua Paul Wright
2602 Mountain Laurel Place. Reston, Virginia 20191
E-mail: jpwjpw92@yahoo.com
Phone: 703-472-0473
Objective:
Seeking a position in sports communications, sports broadcasting, sports reporting, and sports
journalism that will provide an opportunity to expand my education and experience and
contribute to the organization’s success and growth.
Education:
Radford University August 2013 to Present
Pursuing a BA Degree in Communications/Production Technology/Journalism – Expected
Graduation: Dec 2015
Employment:
Sports Reporter at the Sports and Speed Institute Chantilly, VA May 2015- August 2015
Responsibilities
- Wrote Articles on NFL players, CFL players, and top high school players in the area
- Interviewed NFL players, CFL players, and top high school players in the area and their
parents.
- Wrote blogs for SSI website
- Recorded Film at football events
- Did an internet Podcast for the company
- Managed the companies social media websites
- Did promotions for the Sports and Speed Institute
Contributor to ESPNU Campus Connection October 2014- Present
Responsibilities
- Providing a collegiate point of view on current sports topics
Internship at KJLH 102.3 Los Angeles, California May 2014 – July 2014
Rotated work in various departments that contribute to the production and support of the radio
broadcast environment. Experienced the different facets needed to produce successful broadcast
programming.
DJ/ On Air:
• Assisted in controlling noise and volume On Air.
• Assisted in the creation of commercials and music playlists
• Experienced the proper aspects on how to conduct On Air interviews
• Experienced the correct method used to transition between songs and commercials
• Assisted and learned the proper way to make broadcasts sound smoothly and flow
fluently
Sports department:
• Wrote sport scripts and write ups for Football, Basketball, and Baseball teams in
California
• Discussed sports and ideas for On Air content
Audio production:
• Learned and assisted on how to edit music/ commercials/ voice overs on Mac computers
• Learned the importance on why everything needs to sound clear and fluent
Sales department/ Advertising:
• Assisted in making phone calls and talking with potential commercial clients for the radio
station
• Assisted in the preparation for Station supported concert
Digital department:
• Controlled and monitored Facebook and twitter pages for the station
• Used Hot Suite to keep the station’s Facebook and twitter pages up to date
Kobe Bryant Summer Basketball Camp July 2014
Sales assistant
• Worked in sales for Kobe Bryant summer camp
• Responsible for the concession shop selling Kobe Bryant clothing, shoes, basketball, and
snacks for campers and staff.
Michael d. Joyce associates, llc Summer 2013
Corporate Intern
Responsibilities:
 Assisted the marketing and business development teams with communications to trade
journals and business press editors.
 Assisted in providing a positive organizational image to the general public and
community.
 Wrote effective press copy and other documents for release to the media and to the
public.
 Assisted with editing and publishing organizational publications and reviewed articles
and information written by others for internal publication.
Michael d. Joyce associates, llc Summer 2012
Corporate Intern
Responsibilities:
 Coordination and preparation for all meetings/events chaired and/or attended by the
Managing Partner.
 Assisted in the preparation of presentations and speaking notes for internal events and
committees.
 Assisted in planning and preparing for marketing team meetings and monthly business
operating reviews with senior management team.
 Tracked and prepared PMO reporting on key strategic and operational initiatives.
 Prepared written and graphical presentations of financial, quantitative data, interim goals
and success measures.
 Assisted marketing team with customer surveys and helped identify business trends.
 Worked independently and on teams in a fast paced environment.
 Communicated effectively with all levels of employees across the organization
Skills:
 Computer experience in Microsoft Office (Avid, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
 Media experience
Other Accomplishments/ School Employment
 Former College Football Player at UVA-Wise
 2011 College football Geico play of the year winner
 Member of Radford’s University newspaper the Tartan. Sports Writer
 Co Host of Schools Sports Radio Show “ RU Active”

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Sports Journalism Student Seeks Communications Role

  • 1. Joshua Paul Wright 2602 Mountain Laurel Place. Reston, Virginia 20191 E-mail: jpwjpw92@yahoo.com Phone: 703-472-0473 Objective: Seeking a position in sports communications, sports broadcasting, sports reporting, and sports journalism that will provide an opportunity to expand my education and experience and contribute to the organization’s success and growth. Education: Radford University August 2013 to Present Pursuing a BA Degree in Communications/Production Technology/Journalism – Expected Graduation: Dec 2015 Employment: Sports Reporter at the Sports and Speed Institute Chantilly, VA May 2015- August 2015 Responsibilities - Wrote Articles on NFL players, CFL players, and top high school players in the area - Interviewed NFL players, CFL players, and top high school players in the area and their parents. - Wrote blogs for SSI website - Recorded Film at football events - Did an internet Podcast for the company - Managed the companies social media websites - Did promotions for the Sports and Speed Institute Contributor to ESPNU Campus Connection October 2014- Present Responsibilities - Providing a collegiate point of view on current sports topics Internship at KJLH 102.3 Los Angeles, California May 2014 – July 2014 Rotated work in various departments that contribute to the production and support of the radio broadcast environment. Experienced the different facets needed to produce successful broadcast programming.
  • 2. DJ/ On Air: • Assisted in controlling noise and volume On Air. • Assisted in the creation of commercials and music playlists • Experienced the proper aspects on how to conduct On Air interviews • Experienced the correct method used to transition between songs and commercials • Assisted and learned the proper way to make broadcasts sound smoothly and flow fluently Sports department: • Wrote sport scripts and write ups for Football, Basketball, and Baseball teams in California • Discussed sports and ideas for On Air content Audio production: • Learned and assisted on how to edit music/ commercials/ voice overs on Mac computers • Learned the importance on why everything needs to sound clear and fluent Sales department/ Advertising: • Assisted in making phone calls and talking with potential commercial clients for the radio station • Assisted in the preparation for Station supported concert Digital department: • Controlled and monitored Facebook and twitter pages for the station • Used Hot Suite to keep the station’s Facebook and twitter pages up to date Kobe Bryant Summer Basketball Camp July 2014 Sales assistant • Worked in sales for Kobe Bryant summer camp • Responsible for the concession shop selling Kobe Bryant clothing, shoes, basketball, and snacks for campers and staff. Michael d. Joyce associates, llc Summer 2013 Corporate Intern Responsibilities:  Assisted the marketing and business development teams with communications to trade journals and business press editors.  Assisted in providing a positive organizational image to the general public and community.  Wrote effective press copy and other documents for release to the media and to the public.  Assisted with editing and publishing organizational publications and reviewed articles and information written by others for internal publication. Michael d. Joyce associates, llc Summer 2012 Corporate Intern
  • 3. Responsibilities:  Coordination and preparation for all meetings/events chaired and/or attended by the Managing Partner.  Assisted in the preparation of presentations and speaking notes for internal events and committees.  Assisted in planning and preparing for marketing team meetings and monthly business operating reviews with senior management team.  Tracked and prepared PMO reporting on key strategic and operational initiatives.  Prepared written and graphical presentations of financial, quantitative data, interim goals and success measures.  Assisted marketing team with customer surveys and helped identify business trends.  Worked independently and on teams in a fast paced environment.  Communicated effectively with all levels of employees across the organization Skills:  Computer experience in Microsoft Office (Avid, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)  Media experience Other Accomplishments/ School Employment  Former College Football Player at UVA-Wise  2011 College football Geico play of the year winner  Member of Radford’s University newspaper the Tartan. Sports Writer  Co Host of Schools Sports Radio Show “ RU Active”