Deondre Jones
Houston,TX
Summary
Sports communications professional with pro team experience in media relations, AP Style writing, and game-day media operations. Graduate level training in Sports & Digital Journalism with a background supporting communications departments for professional sports organizations. Proven ability to assist with press operations, produce published features, and work directly with journalists, athletes, and team staff.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Content Creator
Self-Employed
04.2024 - Current
- Produce and publish sports analysis content across digital platforms.
- Write and present original features and breakdowns of current events in sports.
- Experience publishing written and video features for public audiences.
Communications Intern
Atlanta Hawks
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported daily media relations operations for an NBA franchise.
- Assisted in drafting and distributing press releases and media advisories.
- Coordinated credentialing, media check-in, and postgame interviews.
- Compiled game notes and stat packs for local and national reporters.
- Provided on-site support during practices and home games.
Delta Sports Immersion Program
Delta Business Class
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Supported corporate communications and sports partnerships operations.
- Interacted with executives and industry professionals across professional sports organizations.
- Developed understanding of how major brands coordinate messaging with league partners.
Communications Coordinator / Director of Media Operations
Spring Enrichment
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Led organizational communications strategy and public messaging.
- Wrote and edited internal communications and program updates.
- Managed interviews, feature stories, and social copy.
Game Day Media Operations Assistant
Houston Roughnecks
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted with professional football game-day media operations.
- Supported credential distribution, press box setup, and stat sheets.
- Coordinated communication between team staff and journalists.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Texas Southern University
05-2024
Master of Science - Sports & Digital Journalism
St. Bonaventure University
05-2026
Skills
- AP Style Writing
- Media Relations Support
- Press Releases & Game Recaps
- Game Notes & Stat Packs
- Credentialing & Media Operations
- Interview Transcription
- Official Team Social Copy
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- CapCut
Timeline
Communications Intern
Atlanta Hawks
05.2024 - 08.2024
Content Creator
Self-Employed
04.2024 - Current
Delta Sports Immersion Program
Delta Business Class
01.2024 - 03.2024
Communications Coordinator / Director of Media Operations
Spring Enrichment
08.2023 - 12.2024
Game Day Media Operations Assistant
Houston Roughnecks
02.2022 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
Texas Southern University
Master of Science - Sports & Digital Journalism
St. Bonaventure University
Communications Skills
- AP Style Writing
- Media Relations Support
- Press Releases & Game Recaps
- Game Notes & Stat Packs
- Credentialing & Media Operations
- Interview Transcription
- Official Team Social Copy
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- CapCut