Michael Calandra
Islandia
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a strong background in video editing and sports commentary. Known for delivering compelling narratives that enhance viewer engagement while analyzing performance trends to improve content quality. Eager to leverage creative skills to drive audience connection.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Video Editor
Gemini Productions
New York
08.2024 - Current
- Created video content for a variety of clients, including corporate and entertainment industry professionals such as ESPN and The Walt Disney Company.
Play-by-Play Announcer / Content Creator
Stony Brook Hockey Team
Stony Brook
08.2022 - Current
- Provided live commentary for hockey games, engaging fans and enhancing the viewing experience.
- Attended team practices to analyze performance trends and improve commentary accuracy.
- Assisted with marketing efforts by developing game recaps and highlight reels on all Meta Platforms.
Fill-In Play-by-Play Announcer
HockeyTV
Uniondale
03.2022 - Current
- Delivered live commentary for the PAL Jr. Islanders Organization NCDC and USPHL games.
Multimedia Broadcaster / Production Assistant
LI Sports Network
New York
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Lead Play-by-Play Announcer -SCHSHL, New York Islanders High School Hockey League, LIAHL
- Studio Host - “Hockey Night on LISN”
- Social Media Director - Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok
- Camera Operator - Hockey, Lacrosse, Basketball, Baseball
- Board Operator - Wirecast, SingularLive
Student Broadcaster
Five Towns College
Dix Hills
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Play-by-Play Announcer / Color Analyst - Basketball, Volleyball
- Lead Anchor / Sports Reporter - “FTC’s The Soundcheck”
- On-Air Host / Producer - WFTU Radio
- Technical Director - FTC Sports
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Five Towns College
Dix Hills, NY06-2021
Associate of Arts - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Suffolk County Community College
Selden12-2018
Skills
Editing and Production: Adobe Premiere / Adobe Audition, cameras, graphics, audio, and TriCaster
Timeline
Freelance Video Editor
Gemini Productions
08.2024 - Current
Play-by-Play Announcer / Content Creator
Stony Brook Hockey Team
08.2022 - Current
Fill-In Play-by-Play Announcer
HockeyTV
03.2022 - Current
Multimedia Broadcaster / Production Assistant
LI Sports Network
02.2021 - 01.2023
Student Broadcaster
Five Towns College
01.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Five Towns College
Associate of Arts - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Suffolk County Community College