Kahlil D. McCuller
San Francisco,CA
Summary
Driven and charismatic writer and reporter dedicated to sports, adept at crafting engaging articles and establishing relationships within the industry. Proven ability to cover events, capture quotes, and deliver polished content that adheres to publishing standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Writer and Reporter
Sports Illustrated
07.2024 - Current
- Wrote daily articles covering Virginia Tech sports and Atlanta Hawks, engaging readers with timely content.
- Attended and reported on games and practices in person.
- Collected quotes from players and coaches during press conferences, enhancing coverage with firsthand insights.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with sources to support accurate and compelling reporting.
- Develop and pitch story ideas to editors.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Complete accurate and polished formatting in line with publishing standards prior to submission.
Director Of Events
Sports Business Club
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Directed events that were a useful platform for enhancing the club's reputation and helping students build connections in the sports industry before graduation
- Defined objectives and goals for each event, executed plans effectively, and assessed outcomes to evaluate success.
- Introduced creative approaches to enhance student engagement and attract diverse sports industry speakers
- Planned club events and meetings with sports industry professionals to foster networking opportunities for students
Campus Tour Guide
Hokie Focus
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted engaging tours for future students and families at Virginia Tech's sports media studio, detailing program highlights and opportunities.
- Led campus tours for sports media and communications majors, enhancing prospective students' understanding of the program.
- Advised students on various classes and hands-on experiences available in the major, guiding their academic choices.
Co-host Intern
105.3 The Bear Radio Pregame Show
02.2024 - 04.2024
- On-air hosting with enhanced daily sports content and pregame discussions;
- Enhanced broadcast storylines to engage listeners and expand station audience.
- Provided authoritative sports coverage emphasizing game facts, stats, and predictions.
Reporter
NCAA March Madness
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Inquired about player performances in press conferences, providing quotes utilized by professional writers on NCAA sites to enrich reporting
- Collected quotes from post-game interviews with Women’s Basketball players from Virginia Tech and opposing teams, enhancing coverage for publications
- Cultivated relationships with sports and broadcast leaders through networking events, expanding professional opportunities and industry insights
Education
Master of Science - Sports Management
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA12-2027
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA05-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Merchandising
Genesee Community College
Batavia, NY05-2022
Skills
- Content creation
- Story development
- Editorial planning
- Digital marketing
- Audience engagement
- Source development
- Communication strategies
Timeline
Writer and Reporter
Sports Illustrated
07.2024 - Current
Director Of Events
Sports Business Club
05.2024 - 05.2025
Campus Tour Guide
Hokie Focus
04.2024 - 05.2024
Reporter
NCAA March Madness
03.2024 - 03.2024
Co-host Intern
105.3 The Bear Radio Pregame Show
02.2024 - 04.2024
Master of Science - Sports Management
University of San Francisco
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Virginia Tech
Associate of Applied Science - Fashion Merchandising
Genesee Community College