John Colar
Morgan City,LA
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Reporter/Radio Disc Jockey
KBZE 105.9 FM
Morgan City, LA
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted in-depth interviews with players and coaches.
- Delivered authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts, stats and predictions.
- Managed online social media content.
- Operated studio equipment and produced show advertisements.
- Took callers' questions, song requests and birthday requests on air, using exemplary communication and client engagement skills.
Sports Reporter
The Nicholls Worth
Thibodaux, LA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Reported on Nicholls State University's athletic events and programs to provide interesting sports stories for the student newspaper.
- Wrote player features for multiple Nicholls State University athletes.
- Developed relationships with athletes and coaches for access to exclusive interviews and stories.
- Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
Owner/Host
Welcome To The World Of Sports Podcast
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2021 - Current
- Delivers authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts, stats and predictions.
- Gives opinions and analysis about the most recent topics and action from many sports around the world.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication - Journalism
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA12.2023
Mass Communication - Journalism
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Associated Press (AP) Style
- Online Content Development
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Sports knowledge
Accomplishments
- Voted "Best Sports Writer" by The Nicholls Worth staff during the 2023 spring semester.
Timeline
Sports Reporter/Radio Disc Jockey
KBZE 105.9 FM
06.2023 - Current
Sports Reporter
The Nicholls Worth
08.2022 - 05.2023
Owner/Host
Welcome To The World Of Sports Podcast
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication - Journalism
Nicholls State University
Mass Communication - Journalism
Louisiana State University And A&M College