Andrew Ballistreri
MLB Network
Butler,NJ
5
years of professional experience
Broadcast professional with significant experience in live production, content creation, and post-production editing. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results under pressure. Strong skills in video editing, scriptwriting, and technical troubleshooting. Reliable and versatile, consistently aligning with shifting priorities and team goals.
Work History
Broadcast Associate
2 Years 2 Months- Support the end-to-end production process for MLB Network programming, ensuring timely and high-quality content delivery for broadcast.
- Create detailed shot sheets to guide on-air talent and enhance storytelling during live segments.
- Participate in daily and bi-weekly production meetings to align on show objectives, contribute creative ideas, and identify areas for workflow improvement.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with producers, editors, and writers to align messaging with the network’s brand and storytelling goals.
- Contribute to brainstorming sessions focused on innovative ways to present baseball news and human-interest stories to diverse audiences.
- Play a key role in refining internal editing workflows and communication processes, resulting in smoother collaboration across production teams.
- Streamline production processes for more efficient content creation and timely delivery.
Personal Banking Consultant
1 Year 10 Months- Built and maintained strong customer relationships by delivering friendly, professional service and addressing inquiries with clarity and care.
- Enhanced customer experience and built trust in high-paced service environments through strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Handled high-volume cash transactions with speed and precision, using both manual and machine-assisted methods to ensure accuracy.
- Ensured smooth daily operations and resolved customer issues efficiently by collaborating closely with banking team members.
Sports Director
2 Years- Led scheduling and coordination of specialty sports shows, ensuring consistent, engaging content aligned with station goals and audience interests.
- Developed and managed weekly broadcast schedules, balancing live coverage, pre-recorded segments, and promotional content.
- Trained and mentored new on-air talent in equipment operation, broadcast standards, and production workflows, enhancing team collaboration and professionalism.
- Trained and mentored new on-air talent in equipment operation, broadcast standards, and production workflows, fostering a collaborative and professional team environment.
- Collaborated with station leadership and peers to align sports programming with communication strategies and audience engagement goals, ensuring cohesive content delivery.
- Contributed to station recognition by prioritizing storytelling, production quality, and team development, strengthening overall programming reputation.
Producer
2 Years 9 Months- Developed and scripted an NBA-focused segment, ensuring storylines were compelling, accurate, and aligned with brand messaging.
- Selected on-air talent based on segment goals, tone, and audience fit, contributing to a cohesive and engaging viewer experience.
- Coordinated closely with production and editorial teams to ensure seamless delivery of content from concept to broadcast.
- Curated and edited highlight calls to enhance narrative flow and boost audience engagement.
- Organized production materials in Inception program, streamlining segment workflow prior to filming.
- Coordinated with production and editorial teams to ensure seamless content delivery from concept to broadcast.
Education
Communications - Broadcast Journalism
- Also minored in sports management.
- 2x Marconi Award winner for Best College Radio Station
- 2024 IBS Nominee for Best Sports Director (Radio)
- 2023 IBS Award winner for Best Sports Program in the country
- 2022-23 recipient of The Maltese Family Scholarship at William Paterson University
- 2022 Maltese Award winner for Best Producer on WP Sports Desk
Skills
Video editing
Adobe Creative Cloud
Script writing
ENPS
Cross-functional collaboration
Content management
Time Management
Leadership Experience
Timeline
Broadcast Associate
MLB Network
06.2024 - CurrentRead More
Personal Banking Consultant
Lakeland Bank
08.2022 - 06.2024Read More
Sports Director
Brave New Radio
05.2022 - 05.2024Read More
Producer
William Paterson Sports Desk
08.2021 - 05.2024Read More
William Paterson University
Communications from Broadcast Journalism
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