JONAH SOMMERS
Shenanigans Bar & Grille
Pittsburgh,PA
6
years of professional experience
Sales and customer-focused professional with experience supporting retail accounts, managing product placement and promotional execution, and building relationships across fast-paced environments. Promoted into chain sales after beginning in retail order writing at Frank B. Fuhrer Wholesale Co. Brings strong communication, organization, account coordination, and live-event operations experience.
Work History
Chain Sales Representative
7 Months- Support chain-account sales execution for a portfolio of beverage brands, coordinating with retail partners and internal teams.
- Track and support new product placements, promotional displays, pre-orders, and brand-specific sales initiatives across assigned accounts.
- Review placement and unsold-product reporting, monitor display and cooler-tag execution, and follow up on opportunities to improve in-store visibility.
- Coordinate recurring account maintenance, product rotation, code-date checks, and out-of-set issues to support account standards and product freshness.
- Work across multiple brands and package formats while communicating priorities, resolving account needs, and helping execute sales programs.
Retail Order Writer
2 Months- Managed retail ordering needs and supported product availability for assigned accounts in a high-volume wholesale environment.
- Worked with retail customers and internal teams to identify ordering needs, communicate product information, and support accurate, timely orders.
- Built product and account knowledge that supported advancement into the Chain Sales Representative role.
Runner
5 Years 7 Months- Provide broadcast operations and logistical support for major sporting events.
- Guide on-air talent to assigned locations and coordinate between production staff and talent to support smooth game-day operations.
Operations & Media Relations Assistant
3 Months- Supported race-day logistics and operational setup for a major annual sporting event.
- Coordinated with press, managed content, and assisted with official communications alongside media and operations teams.
Control Room Assistant
8 Months- Operated control-room devices and systems for University of Pittsburgh athletics broadcasts.
- Collaborated with production crew members to maintain a smooth live-broadcast experience.
Sideline Reporter & Color Commentator
10 Months- Conducted live interviews with players and coaches, scripted game updates, and produced highlight content for social platforms.
Color Commentator / Play-by-Play Broadcaster
1 Year 7 Months- Delivered real-time commentary for Division II basketball games and developed pregame and halftime shows.
Bartender
2 Years 2 Months- Deliver customer service in a fast-paced hospitality environment while managing competing priorities and guest needs.
Education
B.A. - Broadcast Reporting And Media Management
High School Diploma
Skills
Territory & Account Support
Retail Sales Execution
Customer Relationship Management
Product Placement & Promotions
Order Management
Account Reporting & Follow-Up
Communication & Presentation
Event Operations & Coordination
Social Media Content
Organization & Time Management
Timeline
Chain Sales Representative
Frank B. Fuhrer Wholesale Co.
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Retail Order Writer
Frank B. Fuhrer Wholesale Co.
01.2026 - 03.2026Read More
Operations & Media Relations Assistant
Pittsburgh Marathon (P3R)
02.2025 - 05.2025Read More
Control Room Assistant
ACC Network
09.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Bartender
Shenanigans Bar & Grille
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Sideline Reporter & Color Commentator
Trib Total Media
11.2023 - 09.2024Read More
Color Commentator / Play-by-Play Broadcaster
Point Park University
10.2023 - 05.2025Read More
Runner
FOX Sports
01.2021 - 08.2026Read More
Avonworth High School
High School Diploma
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Point Park University
B.A. from Broadcast Reporting And Media Management
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