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Cameron McCann

Spokane

Summary

I am a determined and enthusiastic individual with a passion for broadcasting and journalism. Experienced in multiple forms of content creation, acquiring valuable skills in media and sports, including news anchoring, sports editing, field reporting, and more. I've had experience as a collegiate athlete and have worked with numerous athletic programs at Gonzaga University, and my knowledge of both collegiate and professional athletics spans across multiple sports and leagues.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Writer

Associated Press
10.2024 - Current
  • Produced game analysis of Gonzaga men's basketball home games, including takeaways, key stats, a key moment, and more
  • Worked with extremely fast deadline, needing to submit the articles within 10 minutes of the final buzzer sounding
  • Interviewed opposing coaches when necessary
  • Articles featured on ESPN

Freelance Journalist

Runnerspace/Dyestat
03.2024 - Current
  • Conducted and self-recorded interviews with runners at both the high school and collegiate level
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
  • Wrote articles recapping big meets like Washington State Cross Country and Track meets, as well as the NCAA West Regional Championships
  • 95 interviews in 72 hours during the WIAA State Track meet, including 54 on the final day (personal records)

Sporting Event Announcer

Bethel School District
12.2023 - Current
  • Announced men's/women's high school basketball games for the Bethel School District
  • Starting lineups, in-game commentary, reading other announcements
  • Announced state playoff game in 2021
  • Asked to announce any available games going forward

Sports Editor

The Gonzaga Bulletin
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Worked two years for the school's student-led newspaper
  • 100+ articles written in my first year as a staff writer, including winning Staff Writer of the Year
  • Covered M/W Soccer, M/W B-Ball, Volleyball, M/W Tennis, M/W Cross Country, and M/W Track and Field
  • Extensive beat coverage for GU women's soccer in a program-best season
  • Edited and critiqued 100+ articles in first semester being an editor
  • Designed sports pages for biweekly print cycle on InDesign
  • GU rep at Associated Collegiate Press College Media Mega Workshop over the summer

News and Stories Intern

USL Spokane
05.2024 - 11.2024
  • Provided extensive and diverse coverage for Spokane Velocity FC and Spokane Zephyr FC in inaugural seasons
  • Produced timely and in-depth game recaps with quotes from the head coach and players
  • Conducted post-game interviews with local tv reporters and writers for the paper
  • Relayed up-to-date statistics to FotMob during home matches
  • Wrote articles deep-diving into new roster signings, season trends, and more

Customer Service Representative

Cybertools, Inc.
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Triage calls with clients to set up appointments
  • Reached out to prospective clients
  • Customer service and management were two emphases

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Bethel High School
Graham, Washington
05.2021

Skills

  • Sportswriting
  • News Reporting
  • Interview extraordinaire
  • In-Game Commentary
  • Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Voice Acting
  • Proficient in Adobe Acrobat
  • Public Speaking
  • Content creation

Awards

  • 2x WIAA Academic Achievement Award (T&F, XC)
  • National Seal of Biliteracy (Spanish and English)
  • 2019 Tacoma Athletic Commission Athlete of the Year
  • MVP of the Gonzaga Bulletin for 2023 fall semester

Timeline

Freelance Writer

Associated Press
10.2024 - Current

News and Stories Intern

USL Spokane
05.2024 - 11.2024

Freelance Journalist

Runnerspace/Dyestat
03.2024 - Current

Sporting Event Announcer

Bethel School District
12.2023 - Current

Sports Editor

The Gonzaga Bulletin
08.2023 - 05.2025

Customer Service Representative

Cybertools, Inc.
05.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

Gonzaga University

High School Diploma -

Bethel High School

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