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David Ford

Panama City,FL

Summary

Dynamic communications professional with a proven track record at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, excelling in media relations and strategic content management. Adept at fostering collaboration and delivering impactful narratives, I enhance brand visibility and engagement while effectively managing projects under tight deadlines. Strong verbal communication skills drive successful outcomes in high-pressure environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

NFL Game Day Communications Staff

Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa, FL
10.2021 - Current
  • Serves all game day needs for national and local media, while providing guidance and support to junior staff members in achieving performance goals.
  • Ability to quickly pivot before, during, and after games to produce quality content for attending media.

Public Affairs Specialist

Cherokee Federal
Panama City, FL
06.2019 - 04.2025
  • Monitored, compiled, and distributed media content across the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center enterprise for the client.
  • Coordinated with team members and internal leadership to gauge client needs and deliver quality products.
  • Delivered event/protocol support.

Consultant

University of Georgia Athletics
Athens, GA
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted in the development of strategic communications and marketing initiatives for the University of Georgia athletic department, focusing on name, image, and likeness (NIL) opportunities for student-athletes.
  • Helped implement innovative digital content strategies, enhancing brand visibility and engagement across multiple platforms for the athletic department.

Communications Intern

Jacksonville Jaguars
Jacksonville, FL
07.2002 - 01.2003
  • Developed and deepened relationships with media outlets.
  • Revitalized and polished Jaguars Game Day magazine with top-notch feature coverage.
  • Wrote and distributed press releases and content for local and national media.

Sports Information Director/Intern

University of South Florida Athletics
Tampa, Florida
01.2001 - 05.2002
  • Streamlined communication efforts for the women’s volleyball, men’s basketball, and football programs.
  • Produced media guides, as well as compelling feature stories, highlighting student-athlete achievements, both on and off the field.

Education

Master of Science - Sports Management

United States Sports Academy
Daphne, AL
01-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Public And Cultural Communication

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
05-2002

Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Public and media relations
  • Social media promotion
  • Content management
  • Event coordination
  • Strategic communication
  • Project management

Certification

  • NIL Certified, Athlete Marketing Essentials
  • Life Coach Certified, International Association of Professions Career College

Timeline

Consultant

University of Georgia Athletics
08.2024 - 12.2024

NFL Game Day Communications Staff

Tampa Bay Buccaneers
10.2021 - Current

Public Affairs Specialist

Cherokee Federal
06.2019 - 04.2025

Communications Intern

Jacksonville Jaguars
07.2002 - 01.2003

Sports Information Director/Intern

University of South Florida Athletics
01.2001 - 05.2002

Master of Science - Sports Management

United States Sports Academy

Bachelor of Arts - Public And Cultural Communication

University of South Florida

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