Gavin Bicho
Portsmouth,RI
Summary
Motivational and dedicated professional experienced in radio broadcasting, sports writing and program directing. Eager to apply and expand my knowledge in the sports broadcasting industry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Director
WVUM-FM
Coral Gables, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Recruited, hired, and trained new, incoming student broadcasters.
- Managed, evaluated, scheduled a staff of 15+ student broadcasters, over six NCAA Division I sports programs.
- Negotiated contracts with advertisers/sponsors to fund operations, including travel and capital equipment.
- Built and established relationships with Sports Information Director's (SIDs) in order to gain media access with coaches and student-athletes.
- Provided feedback on game performances to help broadcasters improve their skills.
- Conduct pre-recorded and on-air interviews with coaches before and after athletic events.
Sports Broadcaster
WVUM FM
Coral Gables, FL
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted interviews with athletes and coaches to obtain information for broadcasts.
- Collaborated with technical staff to ensure that all audio equipment was in working order prior to a broadcast.
- Provided play-by-play and color commentary of sporting events.
- Traveled with assigned teams throughout season schedules.
- Researched upcoming games, players and storylines for game coverage.
TV Sports Analyst
UMTV
Coral Gables, FL
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Created scripts, graphics, and highlights for University of Miami baseball, volleyball, and women's basketball.
- Reported on breaking news stories related to the University of Miami and the Atlantic Coast Conference.
- Created segments such as 'Bicho's Bets' to predict outcomes in University of Miami baseball games.
- Filmed, edited, and produced sports story packages.
Boat Crew Member
Island Style Parasail
Newport, RI
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Supervised parasail customers during activities on board or off the boat, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Performed repair on boats prior to the season opening.
- Sell photo and video packages to customers.
- Clean and maintain boats on a daily basis throughout the season.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Broadcast Journalism
University of Miami
Miami, FL05-2026
Skills
- Proficient with Comrex equipment and Simian format for radio broadcasting
- Adobe Premiere Pro Certified Professional
- Social media proficiency
- Microsoft Office
- Proficient in ENPS
- Statistical Analysis
- Practiced AP Style
- Adobe Creative Suite
Accomplishments
- 2022 Portsmouth Youth Football Stuart Booth Memorial Award Recipient
- 2021 Rhode Island Secretary of State Civic Leadership Award Recipient
Timeline
Sports Director
WVUM-FM
05.2024 - Current
TV Sports Analyst
UMTV
09.2022 - 05.2023
Sports Broadcaster
WVUM FM
08.2022 - Current
Boat Crew Member
Island Style Parasail
06.2022 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Broadcast Journalism
University of Miami
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