Kalia Butler
Syracuse
Summary
As a current graduate student at Newhouse specializing in Broadcast and Digital Journalism, I am actively seeking opportunities as a multi-media reporter. While on the sports media track, I also have a keen interest in community-focused stories
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Analyst
ACC Network Extra
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Color commentator for Syracuse women's basketball ACCNX games
- Studio show analyst
- Conducted interviews with athletes and coaches to add compelling player profiles to the broadcast and a breakdown of the game
Social Media Content Creator
Syracuse Athletics
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Create weekly recap videos of accomplishments in athletics called, "Cuse Top Headlines", for Instagram reels.
- Create Instagram content and highlight reels for game days.
Vice President
National Association of Black Journalists
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Spearhead strategic initiatives, contributing to overall direction and governance of NABJ.
- Moderate guest panels
- Lead and actively participate in executive board meetings, helping shape organizational policies, objectives, and long-term goals.
- Cultivate an inclusive community by implementing programs and activities to engage members.
Beat Reporter
Sports Illustrated-Syracuse
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Wrote insightful articles that delved into the nuances of women's volleyball, women's basketball, and men's basketball.
- Successfully met tight deadlines to deliver prompt and engaging coverage of the teams.
- Produced seasonal previews and post game reviews for each sport.
Radio Show Co-Host
ESPN Radio
07.2020 - 03.2024
- Conducted in-depth interviews with athletes at Syracuse about who they are away from their sport.
- Dove into important topics in sports (ex. Mental health, equity, NIL).
- Prepped topics, rundowns, and the interviewee for each segment.
Draft Combine Team Assistant
NBA
06.2020 - 03.2024
- Captured data for anthropometric measurements and shooting drills.
- Distributed gear and uniforms to players.
- Oversaw on-court activities and worked closely with combine directors/players/coaches.
Women's Basketball Head Manager
DePaul University
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Traveled with team for home and away games.
- Coordinated team meals for practices and games.
- Was involved with on-court drills.
- Coordinated schedules with players and coaches.
Education
Expected master's degree - Broadcast Journalism
Syracuse University
Bachelor's degree - Journalism
DePaul University
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Excellent verbal and written abilities
- Adobe Premiere
- Editing
- Adaptability
- Cooperative team member
- Time-management
- Quick learner
- ENPS
Social Media
X: @Butler_Kalia, Instagram: @KaliaButler_
Timeline
Analyst
ACC Network Extra
11.2023 - 04.2024
Beat Reporter
Sports Illustrated-Syracuse
10.2023 - 03.2024
Social Media Content Creator
Syracuse Athletics
09.2023 - 04.2024
Vice President
National Association of Black Journalists
09.2023 - 06.2024
Women's Basketball Head Manager
DePaul University
10.2021 - 04.2023
Radio Show Co-Host
ESPN Radio
07.2020 - 03.2024
Draft Combine Team Assistant
NBA
06.2020 - 03.2024
Expected master's degree - Broadcast Journalism
Syracuse University
Bachelor's degree - Journalism
DePaul University