Braden Dresner
Columbia
Summary
Communications student with practical experience supporting the Sports Information Director for Mizzou Men’s Basketball. Strong background in media relations, live statistics, and digital content creation. Passionate about storytelling, teamwork, and delivering high-quality coverage that elevates collegiate athletic programs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Sports Information Assistant - Men's Basketball
Mizzou Athletics
Columbia
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted the Sports Information Director in coordinating media coverage and press logistics for Mizzou Men's Basketball.
- Drafted and edited game notes, press releases and postgame recaps distributed to local and national media outlets.
- Prepared gameday media materials including credential lists, media packets and statistical reports.
- Supported interview coordination between coaches, players and media members
- Compiled historical and statistical research for media guides and game notes.
- Assisted with media room operations, including setup, credentialing and postgame procedures.
- Collaborated with ESPN/SEC Network broadcast crews on game operation and stat verification.
Sales Representative
Vivint Home Security
Savannah
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Generated over $100,000 in contract revenue through door-to-door sales of smart home and security systems.
- Managed the full sales cycle from initial contact to installation scheduling, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
- Contributed to the top-perfoming sales team in the partnership
Strategic Communications Intern
Weber Shandwick
New York
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Supported the development of two interactive PR campaigns for a major CPG client, helping to drive engagement and achieve KPIs.
- Contributed research-driven insights that informed creative strategy and account management to align campaign tactics with client goals.
- Awarded first place in the Missouri School of Journalism's NYC Campaign after presenting a comprehensive campaign that won the client business over competing teams.
Education
Strategic Communication
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO05.2026
Skills
- Media Relations
- NCAA LiveStats
- Adobe Creative Suite
- AP Style Writing
- Research & Insights
- Web Content Management (Sidearm)
- Customer & Client Management
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Sales Representative
Vivint Home Security
05.2025 - 08.2025
Strategic Communications Intern
Weber Shandwick
01.2025 - 01.2025
Sports Information Assistant - Men's Basketball
Mizzou Athletics
08.2024 - Current
Strategic Communication
University of Missouri - Columbia