Kyle P. Jakovic
Farmington,CT
Summary
Dynamic and innovative content creator with a strong passion for storytelling and crafting engaging narratives. Expertise in content management systems, segment building, and generating compelling ideas that captivate audiences. Proven ability to deliver impactful content that resonates with target demographics, drives meaningful engagement, and fosters brand loyalty. Committed to leveraging creativity and strategic thinking to elevate brand messaging and connect with diverse audiences.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Content Associate
ESPN NEXT
Bristol, CT
02.2026 - Current
- Overnight Segment Producer for Get Up shows.
- Conducted thorough research on trending topics and crafted compelling segments to enhance audience engagement.
- Produced comprehensive segments highlighting the significance of Maxx Crosby's trade rescindment and Bam Adebayo's exceptional 83-point game for morning producers.
- Developed captivating visual content to enhance viewer engagement during sports debate segments.
- Supervised overnight team to guarantee Get Up rundown meets standards for effective morning production.
- Spearheaded development and curation of engaging content for Get Up shows, driving audience interaction.
Content Associate
SC@NIGHT
Bristol, CT
10.2023 - 02.2026
- Executed the assignment of diverse games and sporting events for coverage, leveraging graphics and After Effects to craft compelling highlights for nightly SportsCenter broadcasts.
- Led initiatives to enhance viewer engagement by developing innovative content, including inbumps retreats and compilation highlights for sports shows.
- Executed comprehensive sports coverage across diverse disciplines, including football, baseball, basketball, hockey, college softball, soccer, golf, and track events.
- Produced engaging content for SC shows, resulting in increased audience interest. Developed voiceovers, Talent IA's, SOTS, and highlight packages to showcase key moments.
- Delivered impactful content for LiveTouch and 1Play control rooms. Generated highlight segments and captured post-game commentary from players and coaches.
- Engaged with producers and on-air talent to establish networking opportunities through the promotion of various television shows and commercials.
Education
Bachelor’s degree - Digital Media and Journalism, Journalism and Sports Media
University of Hartford
Bloomfield, CT12-2022
No Degree - Communications, Film and New Media
College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY05-2020
High School Diploma -
Doane Stuart School
Rensselaer, NY01-2019
Skills
- Segment building for audience engagement
- Engaging content production for target audiences
- Experienced in utilizing Adobe Premiere and Photoshop for content improvement
- Multimedia Production
- Effective idea presentation
- Engagement with colleagues for enhancement
- In-depth understanding of major sports
- Strong interpersonal collaboration
- Deepening understanding of niche sports
Languages
French
Limited Working
Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Content Associate
ESPN NEXT
02.2026 - Current
Content Associate
SC@NIGHT
10.2023 - 02.2026
Bachelor’s degree - Digital Media and Journalism, Journalism and Sports Media
University of Hartford
No Degree - Communications, Film and New Media
College of Saint Rose
High School Diploma -
Doane Stuart School
College Work Experience
- University of Hartford ESPN Sports Truck Job and Internship 2021-2023
- Worked various positions necessary to the production of sports at the University of Hartford. Positions include, wide camera, close-up camera, floor camera, replay operator, and technical director.
- Student Television Network Channel 2 News April 2022- 2023
- Worked different positions essential to news production in and out of the news studio. Positions include; photographer, video editor, graphics, technical director and sportswriter. Produced two shows of Sports Squawk, weather anchor and desk anchor.