Mark Rogers
Daytona Beach,FL
Summary
Dynamic content creator with a proven track record in team leadership and policy and procedures development. Expertise in building partnerships and managing projects to maximize efficiency and enhance viewer engagement in the sports industry.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder, Owner
The Voice of College Football
Daytona Beach, Florida
01.2013 - Current
- Original host and analyst viewers tabbed as "The Voice of College Football
- https://youtube.com/@MarkRogersVOCFB
- Develop and implement policies and vision for 34-channel YouTube network, enhancing user engagement for over 140,000 subscribers
- Recruit, train, and assess hosts for on-air roles in a competitive environment.
- Craft and execute content strategy, driving viewer interaction and retention
- Implement AI strategies to improve operational efficiencies
- Establish partnerships with sponsors, expanding revenue opportunities and brand reach
- Excel in hosting, interviewing, analysis and debate to engage viewers
Production Operations Manager
ESPN
Bristol, Connecticut
12.2001 - 10.2020
- Production oversight of workflows and procedures
- Managed cross-functional teams during major live events and broadcasts.
- Led staff training, selecting trainers and implementing best practices.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication to streamline project execution.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided targeted feedback for improvement.
Overnight Manager
Walmart
Mentor, OH
09.2000 - 12.2001
- Managed and supervised 33 person night staff to ensure efficient truck delivery and stocking of shelves for store opening
- Led daily shift meetings to align team on tasks and goals for the evening.
- Designed communication strategies to enhance team productivity and efficiency.
- Scheduled staff
- Evaluated staff performance through consistent feedback and observation.
Sports Director, Anchor
WCBI
Columbus, Mississippi
09.1994 - 07.2000
- Established strategic vision for three-person department, enhancing coverage of Alabama, Ole Miss, and Mississippi State football, baseball, and basketball
- Anchored 6pm and 10pm sportscasts for local network, ensuring accuracy and engagement
- Reported on NCAA tournaments, Final Four, bowl games, and College World Series, delivering comprehensive sports analysis
- Conducted weekly press conferences and interviews with top coaches, players, and executives, fostering insights into team dynamics and performance
- Three-time Associated Press Mississippi Sportscaster of the Year
Anchor, Reporter, Play-by-Play Sportscaster
WNCO
Ashland, OH
09.1991 - 09.1994
- Produced and co-anchored 6pm and 10pm sportscasts, delivering timely sports updates to engage viewers
- Provided play-by-play commentary for Ashland University Football and local high school sports, enhancing audience experience through dynamic narration
- Covered local politics, events, and breaking news, informing the community on critical issues and developments
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Kent State University
Kent OH12-1990
Skills
- Content strategy
- Policy development
- AI implementation
- Team leadership
- Partnership building
- Project management
Timeline
Founder, Owner
The Voice of College Football
01.2013 - Current
Production Operations Manager
ESPN
12.2001 - 10.2020
Overnight Manager
Walmart
09.2000 - 12.2001
Sports Director, Anchor
WCBI
09.1994 - 07.2000
Anchor, Reporter, Play-by-Play Sportscaster
WNCO
09.1991 - 09.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Kent State University