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Kaden Hughes

Clemson

Summary

Motivated and detail-oriented sports media writer with hands-on experience covering Clemson athletics, conducting player and coach interviews, and reporting on timely team developments. Skilled in crafting engaging, accurate content for digital and print platforms, with a strong foundation in journalistic standards, AP Style, and deadline-driven environments. Experienced intern with a background in award evaluation, research, and event coordination at the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame. Adept at collaborating with editorial teams and producing original stories that connect with diverse audiences.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern Staff Writer

Clemson Sports Media
Clemson
01.2025 - Current
  • Provide in-depth coverage of Clemson athletic events, focusing on clarity, accuracy, and storytelling.
  • Attend interviews with players and coaches to generate original content and insight-driven features.
  • Use AP Style and SEO best practices to ensure high-quality, reader-friendly articles.

Staff Writer

The Tiger Student Newspaper
Clemson
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Served as a contributing writer for Clemson’s independent, student-run newspaper, producing content for both print and digital platforms.
  • Collaborated with editors and peers in weekly pitch meetings to develop story ideas and refine editorial direction.
  • Applied AP Style and journalistic standards in a deadline-driven newsroom environment.

Intern

South Carolina Football Hall of Fame
Greenville
04.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted in developing the selection criteria for a new organizational award, aligning it with program goals and values.
  • Evaluated award nominees using a structured grading system based on performance, character, and community impact.
  • Helped coordinate interviews with former NFL players and coaches by liaising with staff, managing scheduling, and preparing questions.
  • Contributed to event planning, media outreach, and internal documentation in support of organizational initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Parks, Recreation And Tourism Management

Clemson University
Clemson, SC
06-2027

High School Diploma -

Eastside High School
Taylors, SC
08-2023

Skills

  • Sports journalism and reporting
  • Interviewing and research
  • Content Writing & Editing
  • AP style and journalistic standards
  • Digital media and SEO optimization
  • News writing and feature storytelling
  • Deadline management and team collaboration

Affiliations

  • Participated in Clemson’s student-run club Tigervision by attending sporting events to provide live coverage and analysis, contributing as an on-air personality for sports programming, and assisting with video production, editing, and show coordination.
  • Host and produce The Double Doink, an independent NFL podcast, developing skills in segment creation, discussion facilitation, and personal communication style as part of ongoing career growth

References

  • David Wyatt, Founder and CEO of the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame; davidWyatt@scfootballhof.org, (864) 505-5906
  • Anthony Weeks, Head of Clemson Sports Media; Anthony.weeks@clemsonsports-media.com, (864) 872-0437

                           

Timeline

Intern Staff Writer

Clemson Sports Media
01.2025 - Current

Staff Writer

The Tiger Student Newspaper
09.2024 - 04.2025

Intern

South Carolina Football Hall of Fame
04.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Parks, Recreation And Tourism Management

Clemson University

High School Diploma -

Eastside High School

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