MIKE MANCINI
Elyria,OH
Summary
Communications professional with nearly 20 years of experience in collegiate athletics—expert in storytelling, writing, and utilizing strategic communications to produce results.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director of Athletics for Communications & Compliance
Oberlin College
Oberlin, OH
12.2007 - 11.2024
- Led communications strategy for a large, multi-unit organization, ensuring alignment between leadership priorities and employee-facing messaging.
- Served as a key liaison between leadership, staff, and external stakeholders—delivering timely, accurate, and consistent communications.
- Developed and executed integrated communications plans across digital, print, video, and social platforms to inform and engage diverse audiences.
- Produced high-volume, high-impact content including organizational updates, feature stories, newsletters, and executive communications.
- Managed and grew social media presence across multiple platforms, increasing engagement and strengthening organizational visibility.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with local and national media; secured coverage in major outlets including CBS Sunday Morning and Sports Illustrated.
- Planned and executed large-scale events, ensuring effective coordination, messaging, and stakeholder experience.
- Supervised communications staff and managed workflows supporting more than 200 events annually.
- Led multiple website redesigns, improving user experience and increasing engagement by over 200%.
- Served as spokesperson and on-air communicator, delivering messaging in live, fast-paced environments.
Graduate Assistant for Athletics Media Relations
University of Akron
Akron, OH
08.2006 - 08.2007
- Wrote and distributed press releases, recaps, and feature content under tight deadlines.
- Coordinated media operations and supported communications for major events.
- Maintained website content and ensured timely updates across platforms.
Assistant Director of Athletics Media Relations
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
03.2006 - 07.2006
- Managed communications and media interactions for Division I programs.
- Coordinated game-day communications and served as primary media contact.
Sports Information Intern
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL
08.2005 - 03.2006
- Worked the opening round of the 2006 NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Championship and all rounds of the Atlantic Sun Women's Basketball Tournament.
- Feature reporter for the Howard Schnellenberger Show on Sun Sports TV.
- Coordinated, recorded, and edited coach and player interviews for the website.
On-air Sports Analyst / Sports Director
WZIP 88.1 FM & ZTV 45
Akron, OH
08.2002 - 05.2005
- Member of the sports department, contributing to in-game coverage as both play-by-play and color commentator of high school sports.
- Served as the full-time host of Browns Breakdown during the 2003 season.
- Participated as an on-air talent for over 400 hours of sports talk programming.
- Served as on-screen talent for weekly ZTV sports production.
Production Intern
Fox Sports Net Ohio (FSN)
Broadview Heights, OH
09.2004 - 12.2004
- Worked in the production department, assisting with Tribe Time, Cavaliers Countdown, highlight package creation, commercial writing, and administrative duties.
- Coordinated the exchange of video and statistical data for TV broadcasts.
Media Relations Director
Youngstown Express Collegiate Baseball
Youngstown, OH
06.2004 - 08.2004
- Served as the media relations liaison, responsible for relaying team information to local media outlets.
- Full-time color analyst on WBBW-AM 1240 for all home games.
Education
Master of Science in Education - Sport Science & Coaching (Athletic Administration)
THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON
Akron, OH12.2008
Bachelor of Fine & Applied Arts - Mass Media Communication
THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON
Akron, OH05.2005
Skills
- Content Management Systems
- AP Writing
- Branding & Identity
- Project Management
- Solicitation Messaging
- Event Planning
- Social Media Management
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Data Analysis
- Strategic leadership
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Coaching and mentoring
- Analytical thinking
- Project management
Timeline
Associate Director of Athletics for Communications & Compliance
Oberlin College
12.2007 - 11.2024
Graduate Assistant for Athletics Media Relations
University of Akron
08.2006 - 08.2007
Assistant Director of Athletics Media Relations
University of North Florida
03.2006 - 07.2006
Sports Information Intern
Florida Atlantic University
08.2005 - 03.2006
Production Intern
Fox Sports Net Ohio (FSN)
09.2004 - 12.2004
Media Relations Director
Youngstown Express Collegiate Baseball
06.2004 - 08.2004
On-air Sports Analyst / Sports Director
WZIP 88.1 FM & ZTV 45
08.2002 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Fine & Applied Arts - Mass Media Communication
THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON
Master of Science in Education - Sport Science & Coaching (Athletic Administration)
THE UNIVERSITY OF AKRON
AWARDS AND MEMBERSHIPS
- NCAA DIII/D3SIDA Recognition Award / College Sports Communicators (formerly CoSIDA)
- University of Akron Dean’s List / Paul E. Martin and WCBA scholarship for academic achievement
- WZIP Outstanding Sports Reporter of the Year
OTHER EMPLOYMENT
- TXODDS In-Game Data Scout - 2025-2026 NCAA Basketball Season
- Walmart Digital Fulfillment Specialist January - 2025 - Present
- UPS Seasonal Support Driver November-December 2025