Emma-Claire Cantrell
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Aspiring Sports Journalist and International Rugby Player
Portfolio: https://st202065206122.myportfolio.com/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-claire-cantrell-548397252
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Color Commentator
Queens University
Charlotte, NC
10.2024 - Current
- Analyze game play, player performance and deliver commentary on queens men's and women's rugby matches.
- Collaborate with co-commentator and production team to ensure a stable and high-quality environment.
- Prepare for each match by researching players and teams
Bartender
Providence Country Club
Charlotte, NC
07.2024 - Current
- Craft and serve drinks to golfers and members with excellent customer service.
- Greet members by name and maintain personable relationships with great interpersonal skills.
- Maintain a clean and organized environment while collaborating with other employees.
Head of Performance Media
Cardiff Metropolitan University
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Created marketing plans and delegated roles to undergraduate students for the media accounts of Cardiff Metropolitan University rugby.
- Created graphics, interviews, social videos, and written reports, all done through Adobe software.
- Experienced working with green screens, game-day production, photography, videography, and commentary.
- Created interpersonal relationships with athletes, coaches, and other team members in a professional, collegiate environment.
- Grew the media engagement for men's and women's pages by over 45% and developed an entire structured media program for future media students to excel.
Marketing & Recruitment
P.E. Direct
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Created media content for a teaching recruitment company.
- Content focused on recruiting students to be teacher assistants and working with interested customers.
Summer Kayak Instructor/Counselor
National White Water Center
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Coaching groups of 10-15 children down whitewater rapids in kayaks.
- Also teaching them about mountain biking, rock climbing, and survival skills.
- As well as working with parents and other customers on registration of camps and other guest services, including youth programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Media
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff, Wales, UK 09.2021 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Myers Park High School
Charlotte, NC 08.2018 - 06.2021
Skills
- Leadership
- Creativity
- Editing/Production
- Critical Thinking
- Communication/Interpersonal Skills
- Writing
References
- Pat Guthrie, General Manager American Raptors +1 (310)-779-6593
- Daniel Milton, Director of Cardiff Met Rugby/ Senior Lecturer, dmilton@cardiffmet.ac.uk, +44 7968 729338
- John Carter, WBTV Reporter & Journalist, johncarter@wbtv.com, +1 (704)- 516-6091
Timeline
Color Commentator
Queens University
10.2024 - Current
Bartender
Providence Country Club
07.2024 - Current
Head of Performance Media
Cardiff Metropolitan University
09.2022 - 06.2024
Marketing & Recruitment
P.E. Direct
01.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sports Media
Cardiff Metropolitan University
09.2021 - 07.2024
Summer Kayak Instructor/Counselor
National White Water Center
05.2020 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Myers Park High School
08.2018 - 06.2021
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