Daniel Chiarelli
Duluth,MN
Summary
Dynamic athletics professional with 6+ years of progressive experience in collegiate and high school sports media, department operations, team coordination, and event management. Proven leadership overseeing sports departments, directing broadcasts, and managing multi-team coverage across NCAA and high school athletics. Skilled in communication, staff oversight, game operations, community engagement, and cross-department collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Director
KBJR Television - Northern News Now
Duluth, MN
09.2025 - Current
- Led and managed sports department, coordinating staff scheduling, content strategy, and daily operations to enhance program effectiveness.
- Produced, shot, edited, wrote, and anchored 6 PM and 10 PM sportscasts, delivering comprehensive coverage of regional athletics.
- Oversaw multi-platform content distribution, partnering with schools and organizations across Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin to expand audience reach.
Play-by-Play/Color/Rinkside Commentator
University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, MN
10.2023 - Current
- Delivered engaging play-by-play, color, and rinkside analysis for NCAA Division II men's & women's hockey and basketball teams, enhancing viewer experience.
- Collaborated with athletics staff, coaches, and media teams to ensure seamless and high-quality game presentations, contributing to overall audience satisfaction.
- Acted as the university's communications representative during events, fostering positive relationships with fans and media.
Sports Reporter/Anchor
KBJR Television - Northern News Now
Duluth, MN
08.2023 - 09.2025
- Covered high school and collegiate sports, delivering engaging stories on football, hockey, and soccer.
- Produced and edited video highlights for broadcasts, wrote compelling sports stories, and anchored content across multiple newscasts.
Retail Sales Specialist
Orlando Solar Bears (ECHL)/Orlando Magic (NBA)
Orlando, FL
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed merchandise operations during games and events to enhance fan engagement and optimize revenue.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Broadcasting
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL01.2020
Skills
- Media relations
- Videography, editing, photography
- Public speaking and presentation skills
- Live broadcasting and production
- Event and game-day coordination
- Community and alumni relations
- Multi-platform content strategy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sports Director
KBJR Television - Northern News Now
09.2025 - Current
Play-by-Play/Color/Rinkside Commentator
University of Minnesota Duluth
10.2023 - Current
Sports Reporter/Anchor
KBJR Television - Northern News Now
08.2023 - 09.2025
Retail Sales Specialist
Orlando Solar Bears (ECHL)/Orlando Magic (NBA)
09.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sports Broadcasting
Full Sail University
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
University of Florida