JAKE OSTERN
Stamford,CT
Summary
Graduate of the University of Connecticut with a B.A. degree in Communications. Highly-motivated, communicative, and detail-oriented with an expertise in Major League Baseball rules and regulations gained as a result of over 11 years of on-field umpiring experience and currently as a Major League Baseball Replay Operator.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Replay Operator
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
New York
03.2023 - Current
- Play out video and different camera angles of close plays that go to replay in New York at MLB headquarters for review by MLB umpires.
- Work with on-site MLB stadium technicians to review camera angles, and make sure all umpire audio and video equipment functions properly.
- Collaborate with other Major League Baseball departments and executives.
Volunteer
UMPS CARE CHARITIES
Edgewater, Maryland
06.2020 - Current
- Volunteer at the annual UMPS CARE Golf Classic in Phoenix, Arizona.
- Produced video and non-video projects for different UMPS CARE programs, including 'Official Leadership Program,' 'All-Star Scholarship Program,' and 'Blue for Kids Hospital Program.'
- Work alongside UMPS CARE staff members and the Board of Directors.
Sports Broadcaster, Statistician and Camera Operator
SIMSBURY COMMUNITY MEDIA
Simsbury, Connecticut
01.2014 - 12.2022
- Researched subjects and prepared for live events, special programs and guest interviews
- Compiled statistics and data used for football, hockey, baseball, and basketball broadcasts
- Reported real-time pre and post-game coverage of sporting events
- Provided content and color commentary during sporting events
- Wrote and edited video and scripts for broadcasts incorporating data and statistics into copy
- Promoted broadcasts on social media platforms
Umpire
CONNECTICUT BOARD OF APPROVED BASEBALL UMPIRES
Hartford County, Connecticut
01.2018 - 03.2022
- Adhered to and enforced game rules and regulations
- Explained rules, regulations and league guidelines to players and coaches
- Reacted to complex game situations quickly and effectively
- Alerted players, coaches and fellow officials to rule infractions and issued penalties
- Managed behavior of players and coaches to facilitate gameplay
- Fostered sportsmanship among players and coaches to minimize in-game conflict
- Demonstrated deep and practical knowledge and understanding of official rules of game
Education
B.A. - COMMUNICATIONS
University of Connecticut
Storrs, Connecticut05.2022
Skills
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Positive relationships
- Leadership
- Active listening
- Team player
- Organization
- Neutrality and fairness
- Strong decision-making skills
- Multitasking
- Highly motivated and energetic
- Adaptable
- Detail-oriented
- Mac OS
- Microsoft Excel
Timeline
Replay Operator
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
03.2023 - Current
Volunteer
UMPS CARE CHARITIES
06.2020 - Current
Umpire
CONNECTICUT BOARD OF APPROVED BASEBALL UMPIRES
01.2018 - 03.2022
Sports Broadcaster, Statistician and Camera Operator
SIMSBURY COMMUNITY MEDIA
01.2014 - 12.2022
B.A. - COMMUNICATIONS
University of Connecticut
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