Matthew Furness
Athens,GA
Summary
Creative Sports Graphic Designer with expertise in social media content creation. Developed high-impact visuals and digital content for professional, collegiate, and high school sports teams, enhancing brand visibility and audience engagement. Responsible for social media content garnering over 8,000,000+ total views and over 650,000+ total likes across all platforms, specializing in graphic designs and content creation in sports.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
A5 Gwinnett 14N Assistant Coach
A5 Volleyball Club
08.2023 - Current
- Cultivated relationships with players to support goal achievement and foster trust.
- Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.
- Mentored athletes on sportsmanship, leadership skills, and maintaining a strong work ethic both on and off the field.
- Provided strategic insights to head coach on discipline and performance-related decisions.
Tiktok Brand Owner
TikTok
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2022 - Current
- Produced engaging videos that garnered over 1.5 million views across social media platforms, enhancing brand visibility.
- Created videos from concept to execution that entertained and drove engagement, keeping the audience hooked and increasing brand interaction.
- Spot trends early and create scroll-stopping content as the face behind @dcpvolleyball, achieving over 800K likes and multiple viral hits.
Clarke Central Social Media Manager
Clarke Central High School
Athens, GA
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Contributed to social media coverage for the Clarke Central boys soccer program, managing content strategy and production throughout the entire season.
- Captured game-day media (photo/video) to create engaging, real-time content
- Developed and edited short-form video content (Reels) to increase engagement and reach
- Designed and produced creative graphics, matchday posts, and recap visuals
- Collaborated with coaches and players to craft accurate and compelling narratives that resonate with the audience.
- Documented team activities, including practices and home/away matches, to enhance program visibility and engagement.
- Conducted player interviews to highlight team culture and individual stories
- Built a strong digital presence for the program, highlighting team performance, personality, and key season milestones.
Intramural Sports Referee
University Of Georgia
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with event organizers to plan and execute engaging intramural sports tournaments, enhancing participant experience.
- Managed scheduling, roster updates, and award presentations to ensure seamless tournament operations.
- Increased player satisfaction by maintaining open lines of communication for questions or concerns regarding rule interpretations.
- Oversaw field set-up and break-down processes, ensuring timely transitions between games for uninterrupted play.
WUOG Sports Beat Reporter
WUOG
Athens, Georgia
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Covered University of Georgia athletics as a writer for WUOG 90.5 FM, producing game recaps, previews, and feature stories that informed and engaged listeners.
- Attended events in person to gather reporting, conduct interviews, and deliver timely, accurate coverage. Collaborated with editors and media staff to maintain consistent output and strong storytelling.
- Engaged student audience through sports journalism and multimedia content, enhancing community connection and building personal expertise in the field.
Team Media Production - Campbellsville University
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, Kentucky
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Designed dynamic visuals for individual player highlights, gameday promotions, and key team milestones for Campbellsville University Volleyball, enhancing program brand through engaging content across digital platforms.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Team Media Production
Life University
08.2022 - 12.2023
- - Produced high-energy videos to promote upcoming matches and showcase team highlights.
- - Edited and compiled in-game footage to create engaging recap content.
- - Designed graphics and videos highlighting individual athletes.
- - Created game day, final score, and player spotlight graphics.
- - Assisted in planning and executing social media content to boost fan engagement.
- - Operated several programs including Adobe Photoshop, Final Cut Pro X, iMovie
Youtube Thumbnail Designer
Self Employed
06.2019 - 06.2023
- - Designed eye-catching, high-click-through-rate (CTR) thumbnails optimized for engagement.
- - Ensured thumbnails matched each creator’s unique style and branding.
- - Used bold colors, outlines, and shadows to make visuals pop.
- - Adapted to YouTube trends, gaming updates, and seasonal content to maximize relevance.
- - Operated several programs including Adobe Photoshop, Blender etc.
Education
Journalism
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05-2026
High School -
Mountain View High School
Lawrenceville, GA05-2022
Skills
- Social Media Management
- Content Creation
- Visual Content Strategy
- Visual Branding Techniques
- Social media analytics
- Brand development
- Adobe Photoshop Experience
- Adobe InDesign Experience
- Strategic Planning
- Personal discipline
- Team Collaboration
- Team motivation
- Campaign Planning
Languages
- English
- French
Certification
- UGA Carmical Sports Media Certificate
Timeline
Clarke Central Social Media Manager
Clarke Central High School
01.2026 - 05.2026
Intramural Sports Referee
University Of Georgia
10.2024 - 02.2025
WUOG Sports Beat Reporter
WUOG
08.2024 - 12.2024
Team Media Production - Campbellsville University
Campbellsville University
08.2024 - 12.2024
A5 Gwinnett 14N Assistant Coach
A5 Volleyball Club
08.2023 - Current
Team Media Production
Life University
08.2022 - 12.2023
Tiktok Brand Owner
TikTok
01.2022 - Current
Youtube Thumbnail Designer
Self Employed
06.2019 - 06.2023
Journalism
University of Georgia
High School -
Mountain View High School