Kara Koch
Nazreth,PA
Summary
Creatively driven, mid-level Sports Photographer with 3+ years of experience in producing high quality images, creating content, working in adobe and other editing software's as well as working with many types of athletes. Skilled in project management, teamwork and collaboration, attention to detail, maintaining productivity and multitasking, contributing to audience engagement on many media platforms while creating unique visual content.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Communications; Photographer
Susquehanna University
Selinsgrove, PA
08.2025 - Current
- Captured high-quality images for college athletes, ensuring alignment with college requirements.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
SportzWire Media Photographer
SportzWire
PA
06.2025 - Current
- Captured high-quality images at live sporting events, ensuring timely delivery for editorial use.
- Collaborated with athletes and coaches to create engaging visual narratives for feature stories.
- Analyzed market trends to adapt photographic styles that resonate with target audiences effectively.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing deadlines and maintaining excellent organization.
Server
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Bethlehem, PA
08.2023 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring a positive dining experience for all guests.
- Managed multiple tables and tasks simultaneously, demonstrating strong multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order delivery to customers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, adhering to safety and sanitation standards.
- Contributed to team efforts by supporting fellow servers during peak hours for seamless service delivery.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
D11 Student Reporter Internship
D11 Sports
Lehigh Valley, PA
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Conducted interviews with key athletes and coaches to gather insights for articles.
- Developed multimedia content, including videos and podcasts, enhancing storytelling effectiveness.
- Utilized social media platforms to promote articles and engage with the audience.
- Captured high-quality images for varied events, ensuring client satisfaction through attention to detail.
Team Manager
Nazareth Area High School Boys Lacrosse
Nazareth, PA
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Oversaw and ran a social media account (Instagram) following the sports team.
- Managed editorial calendar, ensuring timely delivery of content aligned with marketing goals.
- Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
- Successfully built a loyal following by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.
- Oversaw equipment inventory, maintaining organization and readiness for competitions.
- Built trust with athletes and coaching staff by being courteous, respectful, responsible and professional at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Media
Susquehanna University
Selinsgrove, PA05-2029
Nazareth Area High School
Nazareth, PA06-2025
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Photo editing
- Project management
- Communication
- Digital design
- Content creation
- Social media strategy
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
Leadership and Involvement
Susquehanna University's Radio Station, "WQSU"
Sports and Promotions Department
- Produced sports shows with other hosts, delivering content to listeners
- Created and scheduled promotional posts for social media platforms
- Designed graphics and wrote effective captions for audience engagement
- Prepared scripts to ensure accurate sports coverage
- Collaborated with other radio members to plan and produce broadcasts and ensure timely and unique social media posts and updates
Association for Women in Sports Media (AWSM)
Member
- Attended AWSM meetings and events to support and promote the organization
- Assisted with promoting AWSM activates and news on campus at tabling and sports events
- Participated in virtual interviews with current women working in professional sports within meetings
Devonta Smith Celebrity Softball Game
Photographer
- Photographed the event in different lightings, angles and throughout various events
- Captured both candid and action shots for the athletes, fans, friends and other media outlets
- Edited and produced high quality photos for professional use and event coverage
- Collaborated with other photographers, athletes and event organizers
Timeline
Athletic Communications; Photographer
Susquehanna University
08.2025 - Current
SportzWire Media Photographer
SportzWire
06.2025 - Current
D11 Student Reporter Internship
D11 Sports
09.2024 - 06.2025
Team Manager
Nazareth Area High School Boys Lacrosse
02.2024 - 06.2025
Server
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Media
Susquehanna University
Nazareth Area High School