Matthew Coleman
Summary
A third-year student, who acts with integrity, displaying consistent devotion to enhancing the workplace position in, prioritizing high-quality work. As someone in the collegiate athletic industry, my skills, and prior experiences working and collaborating with athletes and coaches, I believe I am ready to take the next step with my career in sports.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Journalist
Daily Forty-Niner
08.2023 - Current
- Collected and analyzed stats and data, while also creating interesting headlines to attract and enhance engagement with articles.
- Covered major sporting events live, delivering real-time updates to fans through social media channels.
- Contributed to the growth of the publication''s online presence by actively promoting content on social media platforms.
- Spearheaded special projects such as season previews or retrospective series that showcased deep knowledge of specific sports topics.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of multimedia projects, including video features and podcasts.
- Experience interacting with Major League Baseball teams and coaches in a professional environment to set up interviews. Most notably the Baltimore Orioles and the 2023 AL Manager of the Year, Brandon Hyde.
Lead Marketing Intern
Long Beach State Athletics
06.2023 - Current
- Lead intern for Long Beach State Dirtbags' 2024 baseball season, responsible for overseeing a group of interns to make sure in-game elements run smoothly.
- Researched interesting and relevant content to capture interest and improve site traffic.
- Scheduled social media postings to advertise products and generate page engagement.
- Proficient skills using Adobe Photoshop, Canva, and Adobe Premiere Pro to create game day social media and scoreboard graphics.
- Strategically created Dirtbags' 2024 promotional schedule with various colleagues to ensure sponsorship deals were met. As well as maximizing fan engagement through different themed days, while keeping in mind the school brand.
Sales Associate
Kohl's
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Youth Baseball Umpire
DH Umpire Services
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Adapted quickly to various game situations, demonstrating flexibility in decision-making under pressure while maintaining consistency in rulings.
- Demonstrated exceptional knowledge of baseball rules and regulations, earning respect from players, coaches, and parents alike.
- Collaborated closely with coaching staff to ensure proper equipment usage and adherence to safety guidelines during games.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05.2025
Associate of Arts - Communications & Media Studies
Mount San Jacinto College
Menifee, CA05.2023
Associate of Arts - Journalism
Mount San Jacinto College
Menifee, CA05.2023
Skills
- In-depth sports knowledge
- Strong writing skills
- Social Media Engagement
- Strategic Marketing
Accomplishments
- The Niner - Best Sports story of Fall 2023 Semester
- Kohl's Employee of the Month - February 2023
- Published the most articles on staff during the 2023-24 academic school year the Daily 49er.
References
- Christal-Gaines-Emory (Editor-in-Chief at the Daily 49er)
eic@daily49er.com
- Juliana Hernandez (Associate Director, Marketing & Creative Services at LBSU)
Juliana.Hernandez@csulb.edu
- Gregory LaBella (Marketing Coordinator at Long Beach State)
Gregory.LaBella@csulb.edu
Timeline
Sports Journalist
Daily Forty-Niner
08.2023 - Current
Lead Marketing Intern
Long Beach State Athletics
06.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Kohl's
05.2021 - 08.2023
Youth Baseball Umpire
DH Umpire Services
09.2017 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
California State University - Long Beach
Associate of Arts - Communications & Media Studies
Mount San Jacinto College
Associate of Arts - Journalism
Mount San Jacinto College
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