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Matthew Dimech

Cheshire,CT

Summary

Aspiring multi-media journalist with over three years of experience covering multiple sports at the high school, college, and professional levels. Offering solid foundation in journalism and passion for sports, eager to learn and grow in dynamic environment. Contributes keen ability to analyze games and events, delivering concise and compelling reports.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Contributing Sports Reporter

The Daily Campus
09.2024 - Current
  • Write weekly column, "Droppin' Dimes," offering in-depth analysis of UConn sports and professional leagues
  • Serve as beat reporter for UConn Men's Ice Hockey, providing comprehensive coverage including game recaps, player interviews, and post-game analysis

Member

UCTV Sports
09.2024 - Current
  • Report on various UConn sports, create news packages, and edit video highlights
  • Collaborate on studio shows discussing major sports topics, on-screen reporting, and producing graphics using Premiere Pro, Canva, and Illustrator

Color Commentator

WRIU Radio
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Provided in-game commentary and analysis for URI sporting events
  • Hosted pre-game and post-game segments, managing smooth broadcasts

Contributing Sports Reporter

The Good 5 Cent Cigar
11.2023 - 04.2024
  • Wrote feature and recap articles for URI athletics programs
  • Produced video content for the paper's YouTube channel, enhancing audience engagement

Vice President, RamTV & Sports Media Producer

Cheshire High School
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Produced "The Ramland Sportscast," a weekly YouTube sports show with a companion Instagram page, accumulating over 194,000 views
  • Managed post-game athlete interviews, video production, and social media content
  • Pivoted from student-athlete to game media production, leading crowd engagement for CHS Baseball as the PA announcer

Host

The Breakaway Podcast
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Created and produced a professional sports-focused podcast.
  • Interviewed notable guests, including MLB Rules Consultant Rich Marazzi.

Golf Course Attendant

Timberlin Golf Course
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Company Overview: Town of Berlin, CT
  • Coordinated tee times, interacted with guests, provided clear course information, ensured smooth pace of play
  • Maintained golf cart cleanliness and functionality, assisting with other course maintenance tasks
  • Town of Berlin, CT

Waterpark Attendant

Lake Compounce
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Company Overview: Palace Entertainment
  • Responsible for ensuring the fun and safety of waterpark guests by ensuring that are aware of and following safety instructions
  • Earned required certifications in CPR and First Aid
  • Won multiple “Attendant of the Week” awards
  • Palace Entertainment

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

The University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
05-2027

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Media & Communication

The University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI

High School Diploma -

Cheshire High School
Cheshire
06-2023

Skills

  • Strong writing skills
  • Working video editing proficiency
  • In-depth sports knowledge
  • Public Speaking Confidence
  • Reporting/Writing
  • Multimedia storytelling
  • Production
  • Interviewing
  • Team Collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Dean's List, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, URI
  • Honors Medal, CTE & PE Honor Cords (Cheshire High School)
  • Youth Journalism Contest for Excellence, Runner-Up in Multimedia Sports 2022

Timeline

Contributing Sports Reporter

The Daily Campus
09.2024 - Current

Member

UCTV Sports
09.2024 - Current

Golf Course Attendant

Timberlin Golf Course
05.2024 - 08.2024

Color Commentator

WRIU Radio
01.2024 - 04.2024

Contributing Sports Reporter

The Good 5 Cent Cigar
11.2023 - 04.2024

Vice President, RamTV & Sports Media Producer

Cheshire High School
09.2022 - 06.2023

Host

The Breakaway Podcast
11.2021 - 02.2022

Waterpark Attendant

Lake Compounce
06.2021 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

The University of Connecticut

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Media & Communication

The University of Rhode Island

High School Diploma -

Cheshire High School

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