Connor Groothuis
Columbia,MO
Summary
Dynamic broadcast professional with experience at Mizzou Athletics and KOMU 8, excelling in live TV production and digital content creation. Proven ability to engage audiences through innovative graphics and social media management. Recognized for adaptability and teamwork, contributing to award-winning broadcasts and compelling sports narratives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Broadcast student worker
Mizzou Athletics
Columbia, Missouri
08.2025 - Current
- Managed graphics for live SEC Network broadcasts, improving engagement and overall viewer experience.
- Operated cameras for live broadcasts and video boards, ensuring high-quality visuals for audiences.
- Operated replay system for video boards and TV, enhancing live event coverage with timely replays.
- Assisted with live ESPN broadcasts of Mizzou sporting events.
Communications Intern
Mizzou Athletics
Columbia, Missouri
10.2022 - Current
- Covered university's Division I sports teams to enhance media visibility and engagement.
- Wrote game recaps and press releases to inform stakeholders and promote team achievements.
- Ran social media and team websites.
- Tracked team statistics for publications.
- Helped run press conferences.
- Adapted strategies to address evolving circumstances.
- Proactively identified opportunities for improvement.
- Gained a full understanding of sports media operations.
Sports Reporter, Anchor, Producer
KOMU 8
Columbia, Missouri
08.2022 - Current
- NBC affiliate in central Missouri.
- Created and anchored a sportscast that highlighted local sports stories and engaged viewers.
- Produced live TV news broadcasts.
- Recorded and edited sports highlights from high school to pro across a wide variety of sports.
- Developed skills in live TV production, reporting, and digital content creation to enhance broadcast quality.
- Managed the station's social media accounts.
- Learned to work under pressure in fast-paced environments.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve project goals.
- Produced engaging content that increased audience interaction across multiple platforms.
Broadcast Production Team Member
Lincoln Saltdogs
Lincoln, Nebraska
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Led team to win American Association Broadcast Team of the Year award
- Helped lead the team to winning the 2024 American Association Broadcast Team of the Year award.
- Executed graphics for television broadcasts, enhancing viewer engagement
- Created hype videos, intros, and graphics to elevate team branding
- Operated broadcast cameras during live events.
- Managed replay operations.
- Professional baseball team in the American Association.
Education
Bachelor of Journalism - Sports Broadcast
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05-2026
Skills
- Live TV production
- Reporting
- Digital content creation
- Social media management
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
- Video editing and creation
- graphic creation
Timeline
Broadcast student worker
Mizzou Athletics
08.2025 - Current
Broadcast Production Team Member
Lincoln Saltdogs
05.2024 - 08.2024
Communications Intern
Mizzou Athletics
10.2022 - Current
Sports Reporter, Anchor, Producer
KOMU 8
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Journalism - Sports Broadcast
University of Missouri