John Lange
SAINT LOUIS
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Media Relations and Tournament Director
Women's Midwest College Hockey
07.2019 - Current
- Composed weekly recaps of games played by conference members throughout the regular season
- Composed nightly recaps of WMCH Tournament games
- Traveled to and wrote nightly recaps of WMCH games at the ACHA Division I National Championships
- Collaborated with host school to ensure that the WMCH Championship is a top-flight event
- Authored monthly awards articles along with season-end awards
Assistant Sports Information Director
Midway University
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Delivered authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts and stats
- Served on statistical crew for all home events
- Helped social media team improve promotions and engagement by providing top-notch sports content targeted on specific audiences.
- Promoted student-athlete accomplishments through well-researched feature articles that highlighted their dedication both on and off the field.
- Increased fan engagement with exciting promotional materials, including posters, flyers, and digital graphics.
- Was part of a two-person team that earned the 2022-23 River States Confernce SID of the Year Award
- Developed new skills through covering sports such as equestrian and E-Sports
Assistant Sports Information Director
Lindenwood University-Belleville
10.2015 - 03.2020
- Delivered authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts and stats
- Mentored and trained student staff including one current Division I Associate Director of Integrated Communications
- Revitalized community sports coverage by increasing assignments and revamping quality standards.
- Authored numerous feature stories highlighted our students both on the field and in the greater community
- Assisted in game-day operations, ensuring smooth execution of logistics for both home and away events.
- Provided consistent support for head Sports Information Director through detailed reporting of relevant data points during regular checkins.
Sports Information Intern
Austin Peay State University Athletics Communication Dept
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Increased student-athlete engagement with campus events by promoting participation in community service activities and leadership development programs.
- Selected photos and copy-edited a major reworking of the softball media guide
- Fostered a collaborative environment within the sports information department through open communication channels and regular meetings with staff members.
- Increased website traffic through timely updates on game results, player profiles, and news articles pertaining to the athletics program.
- Served as a valuable member of statistical crew for Division I football, men's and women's basketball and softball
- Was primary contact for Division I men's and women's cross country, men's and women's tennis, women's soccer and co-primary contact for softball
Volunteer Sports Information Assistant
Lindenwood-Belleville
07.2012 - 08.2014
- Contributed to the maintenance of a comprehensive sports database ensuring accuracy and consistency of data across multiple platforms.
- Assisted in the production of game-day materials such as rosters, notes, and scorecards to provide accurate information for fans and media.
- Supported media relations efforts for increased coverage and visibility of sports programs.
- Played an essential role in game-day operations, ensuring smooth transitions and execution for fans, athletes, and staff.
Education
Master of Science - Recreation And Sport Management
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, INBachelor of Arts - History
Brevard College
Brevard, N.C.Skills
- Organizational leadership
- Event management
- Logistics management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- AP Style
- Infographic Creation
- Multitasking
Timeline
Assistant Sports Information Director
Midway University
08.2022 - 06.2023
Media Relations and Tournament Director
Women's Midwest College Hockey
07.2019 - Current
Assistant Sports Information Director
Lindenwood University-Belleville
10.2015 - 03.2020
Sports Information Intern
Austin Peay State University Athletics Communication Dept
08.2014 - 05.2015
Volunteer Sports Information Assistant
Lindenwood-Belleville
07.2012 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Recreation And Sport Management
Indiana State University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Brevard College
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