Matthew Taddei
Ridgewood,NJ
Summary
I am currently a senior at James Madison University studying Writing, Rhetoric, and Technical Communication, with a minor in Sport Communication expected to graduate in May of 2025. I am very interested in pursuing a career in social media, public relations, media relations, and sports journalism while getting hands-on experience as my time in college continues. I am a well-organized, persistent, friendly, and passionate employee who is always looking for new challenges.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Copywriter/Creative Director Intern
Yes& Agency
Alexandria, Virginia
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Brainstormed new approaches to increase engagement with target audiences.
- Adapted written pieces for different platforms such as mobile devices or web applications.
- Created engaging headlines that capture reader attention quickly.
Traveling Summer Communications Intern
American Junior Golf Association - On-Site
Braselton, Georgia
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Responsible for all Communications work for tournaments in Mississippi, Colorado, Minnesota, Illinois, Missouri and Oklahoma
- On-site photography of all players, video recaps of matches, managed all social media platforms
- Written recaps of each tournament and pre-tournament.
Sports Writer
The Breeze
Harrisonburg, VA
09.2022 - Current
- Completed multiple stories within established timeframes
- Interview players and coaches
- Keep fans updated on Social Media.
Intern
Saints News Network, Sports Illustrated Fan Nation Site - Online
New Orleans, Louisiana
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Create content videos for articles published
- Help with research needed for byline writers
- Lure in public to read the story that is published.
Intern Writer/Radio Broadcaster
Atlantic Collegiate Baseball League
Bergen County, NJ
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Interview players/coaches and write game recaps
- Live radio broadcasting
- Social Media content (interviews, Q&A's, etc.)
Equipment Manager
James Madison University Football Team
Harrisonburg, VA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Monitored equipment and tool inventory to consistent replenishment in alignment with demand
- Trained team members effectively to maintain consistent productivity
- Maintained clean and organized facilities.
Manager
Wilkes Delicatessen
Ridgewood, NJ
07.2018 - Current
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge, and customer demands.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Writing, Rhetoric and Technical Communication
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05.2025
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Issue and Conflict Resolution
- Project Management
- Social Media Platforms
- Staff Management
- Sports Reporting
- Sports Expertise
- Communications/Public Relations Work
- Copywriting
- Creative Advertisement
Timeline
Copywriter/Creative Director Intern
Yes& Agency
09.2024 - 12.2024
Traveling Summer Communications Intern
American Junior Golf Association - On-Site
05.2024 - 08.2024
Intern
Saints News Network, Sports Illustrated Fan Nation Site - Online
08.2023 - 01.2024
Intern Writer/Radio Broadcaster
Atlantic Collegiate Baseball League
06.2023 - 08.2023
Sports Writer
The Breeze
09.2022 - Current
Equipment Manager
James Madison University Football Team
01.2022 - 05.2022
Manager
Wilkes Delicatessen
07.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Writing, Rhetoric and Technical Communication
James Madison University
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