Jacob Karabatsos
Gastonia,NC
Summary
Versatile Content Creator proficient in social media management, on-air work, writing, and producing diverse short-form content. Always willing to put in the work no matter the task, it comes with a passion for sports and this industry. Young, innovative, positive, and energetic with a 3-year history of performance in all aspects of the sports media world.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Social Media/Podcast Host
Field Of 68 Media Network
09.2021 - Current
- Ran and operated ALL social media accounts for the Field of 68 Media Network with 80k followers on Twitter, 16k on IG, 31k subs on YouTube, and 8k on Tik Tok.
- Host of "The Pod Is The Roof," covering UNC basketball all year long to thousands of viewers!
- Operated as a co-host for HUGE shows, with the likes of Jeff Goodman and Tyler Hansbrough, on top of making unique short-form content for shorts/reels.
- Produced the live shows: Best Bets featuring Three Man Weave and Fof68 After Dark with numerous different guests through the OBS streaming platform.
Podcast Host
BLeav Network
06.2023 - Current
- Host of "Chapel Hill Thrill," covering the full range of Tar Heel athletics with a different guest every single week across all BLeav channels!
- Developed engaging content for listeners and guests, including competitions, interviews and phone-ins.
Head of Social Media/Podcast Host
Multiplicity Media Group
09.2022 - Current
- Took over this start-up with 300 Twitter followers, 19 YouTube subscribers, and 30 Instagram followers.
- In my short time, I have boosted the company's numbers by 999% on YouTube and Twitter by 130%.
- I am a jack of all trades, I manager/produce ALL social media content for every podcast, develop shorts/reels for every show, run the Twitter, and host my own podcast.
On-Air Talent/Executive Producer
Game Theory Podcast
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Co-hosted episodes of Sam Vecenie's Game Theory Podcast, leading questions on the NBA draft.
- Created clips/YouTube videos for every show, creating unique concepts to drive viewers to the channel.
- Sam is the head of NBA draft coverage for the Athletic, we reach hundreds of thousands of people.
- Reviewed finished product to determine quality and readiness for release and create social media posts.
Sports Anchor Reporter
UNC Chapel Hill
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Reported on all UNC athletic events and programs to provide interesting sports stories as an MMJ, Anchor, and Analyst.
- Wrote sports/news stories, developed leads, and constructed headlines with WRAL publications.
- Completed assigned pieces through reporting, filming, writing, and editing my own work.
Video Editor
Charlie Tuggle
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio and special effects.
- Evaluated and selected scenes for pacing, entertainment value and continuity, trim shots and edit content.
- Produced content with WRAL publications and two 30-minute documentaries on the Field Hockey and Women's Lacrosse teams.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05.2022
Associate of Arts - Associate's Degree
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC12.2019
Skills
- Media operations understanding
- Story development skill
- Social Media
- Active listening
- Communication
- Team management
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Ability to lead others
- Sports knowledge/experience
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Podcast Host
BLeav Network
06.2023 - Current
Head of Social Media/Podcast Host
Multiplicity Media Group
09.2022 - Current
On-Air Talent/Executive Producer
Game Theory Podcast
05.2022 - 11.2023
Head of Social Media/Podcast Host
Field Of 68 Media Network
09.2021 - Current
Sports Anchor Reporter
UNC Chapel Hill
01.2021 - 05.2022
Video Editor
Charlie Tuggle
08.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Associate of Arts - Associate's Degree
Central Piedmont Community College
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