Cristian Whitehead
Philadelphia
Summary
Motivated sports media student with a passion for the business, media, and people side of sports. Skilled in communication, relationship-building, and adapting quickly in professional settings, with hands-on experience in content creation. Eager to gain real-world experience while learning from industry professionals and contributing to collaborative media and production teams. Curious, driven, and ready to make an impact in sports media, athlete representation, recruitment, and related fields.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Producer, Creator & Host – The StepBack
Temple University Television
Philadelphia, PA
01.2026 - Current
- Conceptualized and created a student-led basketball debate show, defining format, topics, and overall vision
- Manage production operations, including recruiting and leading hosts, editors, and crew, and coordinating filming and pre-production
- Host and moderate on-air discussions, delivering engaging, structured content with strong sports knowledge
Member
Temple Association of Black Journalists
Philadelphia, PA
09.2025 - Current
- Attends meetings, workshops, and networking events focused on media and journalism careers
- Engages with industry professionals and peers to build connections within the sports media field
- Contributes to discussions on sports media, storytelling, and representation in journalism
Editorial Board Member
Brewster Bear Facts Newspaper
Brewster, NY
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Contributed to editorial discussions and content planning for student publication
- Wrote and edited articles on school basketball events and student-related topics
- Collaborated with staff to meet publication deadlines and maintain content quality
Clock/Book Worker
Town of Southeast
Brewster, NY
11.2022 - 03.2025
- Operated game clock, shot clock, and scoreboard in accordance with league rules
- Communicated clearly with officials and table staff to resolve scoring or timing issues
- Maintained focus and accuracy during fast-paced, high-pressure game situations
Education
B.A. - Sports Media
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05.2029
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Visual communication
- Print production
- Storytelling
- Youtube
- TikTok
- Premiere Pro
- Google Apps
Timeline
Executive Producer, Creator & Host – The StepBack
Temple University Television
01.2026 - Current
Member
Temple Association of Black Journalists
09.2025 - Current
Editorial Board Member
Brewster Bear Facts Newspaper
09.2023 - 06.2025
Clock/Book Worker
Town of Southeast
11.2022 - 03.2025
B.A. - Sports Media
Temple University