KARSTEN AMAN
Auburn,AL
Summary
Offering solid foundation in sports and communication, eager to learn and develop in professional environment. Brings fresh perspective on digital media trends and sports reporting techniques. Ready to use and develop skills in content creation and media relations in an internship or graduate assistant role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Intern
Auburn University Athletics
08.2023 - Current
- Assists with Auburn Athletics Sports Information Directors
- Built strong relationships with media outlets and communications professionals to expand personal network.
- Attended and worked events in Football, Soccer, Baseball, Basketball, and Softball
- Transcribes Player and Coaches quotes
- Writes player feature stories and media guides for the Auburn Website
- Assisted in production of game day materials, ensuring timely distribution to media outlets.
- Researched and compiled statistical data for use in press articles and reports.
- Mentored new interns on communication protocols and departmental procedures.
- Runs Social Media accounts on X and Instagram
- Attended Alex Golesh's Introduction Presser and assisted with transcribing quotes
- Passed out microphones and transcribed quotes for Auburn's Soccer coach James Armstrong during his Introductory Press Conference.
Facilities Supervisor
Auburn University Recreation and Wellness Center
05.2023 - Current
- Uses Communication skills to ensure a good environment
- Managed emergency response procedures, ensuring preparedness for various incidents within the facility.
- Mentored team members on best practices in facility management and customer service excellence.
- Facilitated communication between team members during project execution periods for smooth coordination of tasks.
- Helps Maintain the current condition of the building through cleaning and organization
- Conducts routine maintenance checks on equipment such as Weight room equipment, Sports equipment, and other building systems.
SEC Student Event Staff
SEC Basketball Media Days
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Transcribed quotes from SEC student athletes
- Helped pass out mics to media during the coaches panel
- Provided exceptional customer service to all guests and escalated concerns where needed.
Event Staff
College Gameday
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Communicated with ESPN through zoom before Tahaad Pettiford walked in
- Maintained security for the event
- Assisted with tracking Bruce Pearl and making sure he was on time for his segment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Major in Sports Prod. Jrnl, Minor in Marketing
Auburn University
05-2026
Skills
- Daktronics
- Writing and Interviewing
- Editing and proofreading
- Photography
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Multimedia storytelling
- Marketing skills
- Experience w/ Adobe Photoshop and Premiere
- Adobe InDesign
- Media relations
- Press release writing
- Public relations
Timeline
SEC Student Event Staff
SEC Basketball Media Days
10.2025 - 10.2025
Event Staff
College Gameday
01.2025 - 01.2025
Communications Intern
Auburn University Athletics
08.2023 - Current
Facilities Supervisor
Auburn University Recreation and Wellness Center
05.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Major in Sports Prod. Jrnl, Minor in Marketing
Auburn University