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Carson Flake

Carson Flake

Overland Park

Summary

Hard-working student. Dedicated professional with progressive career success as a soccer official. Experience in sports journalism covering various professional soccer teams, and working within a radio market. Focused in high-stress environments with high attention to detail at all times.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Referee

US Soccer
08.2019 - Current
  • Selection for USYS National Championships 2025
  • Selection of USYS Presidents Cup National Championships 2026
  • Official at UPSL (Semi Pro) Women's National Championships 2025
  • Official at USYF National Championships 2022,23
  • Experience at various levels across the US.

Production Assistant Intern

Union Broadcasting
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Helped out with "The Zone" on Sports Radio 810 WHB.
  • Uploaded podcasts for the show.
  • Researched sports news.
  • Learned how to run a full show as a producer and on-air host.
  • Helped out around the office.

Journalist

IONYOU Media
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Intern
  • Wrote engaging and informative articles for professional soccer teams.
  • Was a part of various podcasts, TV shows, and match teaser videos.
  • Attended press conferences, community events, post-game interviews, and team practices.

Lifeguard

Overland Park Public Parks
05.2021 - 08.2024
  • Participated in simulated training using life-like dummies to improve first aid skills.
  • Delivered basic first aid and respiratory support to injured swimmers.
  • Remained calm during emergency situations and followed safety procedures.
  • Carried out major clean ups at end of day.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Multimedia Journalism

Keene State College
Keene, NH
05-2028

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Communications

Gordon College
Wenham, MA
05.2028

High School - undefined

Blue Valley West High School
Overland Park, KS
05.2024

Skills

  • College Soccer Player
  • Conversationalist
  • Hard worker with a diligent work ethic
  • Decision-making skills
  • Freelance DJ (Experience in Fraternities, House Parties, Clubs, and more)
  • Cohost on podcast: Flags and Whistles

Accomplishments

  • "Teammate of The Year" Blue Valley West Soccer 2022, 2023
  • “Kansas Young Male Referee of the Year” 2023
  • Heartland Soccer “Most Improved Referee of the Year” 2022
  • “Assistant Referee of The Tournament” Kansas State Cup 2025

LANGUAGE

English - Native
Spanish - Advanced

Timeline

Production Assistant Intern

Union Broadcasting
05.2025 - 08.2025

Journalist

IONYOU Media
05.2024 - 09.2024

Lifeguard

Overland Park Public Parks
05.2021 - 08.2024

Referee

US Soccer
08.2019 - Current

High School - undefined

Blue Valley West High School

Bachelor of Arts - Multimedia Journalism

Keene State College

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Communications

Gordon College