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References
Certification
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George Angelidis

George Angelidis

Queens,NY

Summary

I am a Passionate Sports Writer and Commentator with 5 years of experience in Soccer Sports reporting. Highly competent at fast, play-by-play reporting with accurate statistics and precise writing, I am eager to bring tenacious reporting and detail-oriented journalism to a long-term sports position. I offer great knowledge of all sports, a highly conscientious work ethic and dedicated commitment to fine outcomes while discovering my place in the Sports Media Industry

· Excellent knowledge of all sports

· Competent skills in writing, editing, style and design angle communications

· Bilingual (Greek and English fluency), Spanish (Basic)

· Experience in leadership (Youth Soccer Coach) and team environment

· Honorable, Conscientious, Trustworthy

· Advanced knowledge of Dreamweaver MX, Quark XPress, Adobe Photoshop

· Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Access

· Proficient in Twitter, Instagram, athletic content/blogging

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sports Commentator

Antenna Satellite TV
New York, NY
10.2023 - Current
  • Weekly LIVE Re-cap of real-time pre- and post-game coverage of Greek League and local New York soccer league matches

Play-by-Play Broadcaster

Game in Frame
New York, NY
11.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented creative play-by-play scripts for live broadcasts.
  • Conducted interviews with athletes and coaches prior to games.
  • Provided pregame, in-game, and postgame commentary on air.
  • Analyzed game data to create compelling storylines during broadcasts.
  • Researched teams, players, and game information prior to each broadcast.

Youth Soccer Coach

Pan Cyprian Youth Soccer CLub
Astoria, NY
03.2019 - Current
  • Develop and implement weekly practice plans to improve players' technical, tactical, physical and mental abilities
  • Mentor and encourage youth to develop strong work ethic by being positive role model and practicing skills regularly
  • Check equipment and monitored common areas to maintain proper upkeep while remaining vigilant on safety

Sports Writer

AEKLive.gr
Astoria, NY
11.2013 - Current
  • Report on European Soccer events
  • Monitor daily sporting events and issues to discuss and report pertinent news.
  • Write and report (Bilingual-Greek and English) feature articles and breaking news pieces for print and for Live Facebook program about games, teams and players.
  • Increased followers of social media accounts by 50% through avid play-by-play reporting and posting.

Youth Soccer Referee

Zog Sports
New York, NY
04.2019 - 06.2021
  • Made accurate calls based on knowledgeable reading of league regulations and knowledge of soccer rules
  • Moved about field to keep up with play and quickly identify violations
  • Conferred with coaches, players and umpires to discuss calls and disputes

Varsity Assistant Coach

Spense School
New York, NY
08.2018 - 05.2021
  • Coached all girls' Varsity Soccer team athletes to work on their skills, build stamina and improve their understanding of Soccer's rules.
  • Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
  • Developed strategies for each match based on knowledge of opposing team and individual player strengths.
  • Took team to their first league Championship.

Sports Radio Host

GR Radio Press
Astoria, NY
01.2017 - 06.2018
  • Developed and delivered entertaining, informative sports commentaries.
  • Researched background information on teams, players, and topics of interest.
  • Interviewed celebrity guests, composed questions and performed in-depth research.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications-Sports Managemnt

St. Francis College
Brooklyn, NY
05.2018

Skills

  • Sports Reporting
  • Research and Fact-Checking
  • Breaking News Coverage
  • Writing and Editing
  • Remote Broadcasting
  • Blog Writing
  • Active Youth Soccer Coach and Referee

References

Mr. Nick Gregory

Chief Meteorologist/Fox 5 News NY

nikwxman@aol.com

Mr. Panikos Panagiotou

United Nations Foreign News Correspondent

646 321-9868

Mr. Phillip Christopher

General Manager/Pan-Cyprian Soccer Club

516 521-8879

Mr. Stelios Taketzis

Board Chairman/Cosmos FM Radio/GAEPIS

914-552-6682

solon58@gmail.com

Mr. Andreas Touros 

Head Coach/Kosmos Greek-American Youth Soccer

917-747-5159

Certification

  • Grassroots Coaching License
  • Coaching License D (in progress)

Languages

English
Professional
Greek
Professional
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Sports Commentator

Antenna Satellite TV
10.2023 - Current

Play-by-Play Broadcaster

Game in Frame
11.2022 - Current

Youth Soccer Referee

Zog Sports
04.2019 - 06.2021

Youth Soccer Coach

Pan Cyprian Youth Soccer CLub
03.2019 - Current

Varsity Assistant Coach

Spense School
08.2018 - 05.2021

Sports Radio Host

GR Radio Press
01.2017 - 06.2018

Sports Writer

AEKLive.gr
11.2013 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Communications-Sports Managemnt

St. Francis College
  • Grassroots Coaching License
  • Coaching License D (in progress)
George Angelidis