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Nathan Wangler

Grand Rapids,Michigan

Summary

Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan, my love for sports broadcasting started early and shaped me into who I am today. I have several years of experience in broadcast communications, play-by-play, producing, and media relations. I'm an upbeat professional, and I love what I do as well as sharing that passion with others. I love forming new friendships/relationships to help me become the best broadcaster and person I can be.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Radio Producer

Cumulus Media
Grand Rapids , MI
2018.06 - Current
  • Board operator/producer for the West Michigan Whitecaps (single-A Detroit Tigers) during the 2019/2021 seasons.
  • Board operator/producer for Detroit Lions football games on The Ticket 97.1 FM.
  • Kept production in compliance with network and legal requirements.
  • Supervised and worked closely with writers, directors, managers, and technical crews throughout the production process.
  • Produced Grand Valley State University Basketball on WJRW and WTNR (2022).

Media Relations Assistant

West Michigan Whitecaps
Grand Rapids , MI
2018.06 - Current
  • Prepare game day materials for all home games and distribute them to coaches, media, and ballpark workers.
  • Help facilitate interviews with players and local/national media.
  • Write post-game press releases and distribute to local media.
  • Compile game notes and distribute them to road broadcasters and the front office.

Play-by-Play Broadcaster

College and Freelance
Grand Rapids , MI
2015.09 - Current

· Caledonia High School (2022-present)

· Central Michigan Women's Basketball (2015).

· Cornerstone University on the CU Sports Network (2016-present).

· Davenport University softball (2021).

· Davenport University hockey (2022-Present).

· Flo Hockey (2023-present)

· Grand Rapids Community College Volleyball (2023)

· High school football for outlets such as Michigan Sports Radio, WDTK in Detroit, and the Cal-Zone Livestream Network (2021-present).

· Sideline Reporter – West Catholic High School (2013).

· Traverse City Pit Spitters (2020)

· West Michigan Whitecaps (2021-present).

Sports Radio Co-Host

The Game 96.1
Grand Rapids , MI
2023.03 - 2023.03
  • I covered for Bill Simonson as a co-host on the HUGE Show, where we discussed MLB Opening Day, the Detroit Lions offseason, and the upcoming minor league baseball season.
  • Took several phone calls from listeners and kept the audience engaged.

Sports Reporter

ESPN Radio
Grand Rapids , MI
2020.09 - 2020.10
  • Compiled pregame reports, halftime reports (live on the air), and a postgame hit that was aired on ESPN 96.1 every Friday night during high school football games.
  • Reported key stats, critical plays to the game, our player of the game, and delivered complete game summaries.
  • Compiled exciting stories as well as coach/player interviews

Podcast Producer

Detroit Tigers
Grad Rapids , MI
  • Five-time MAB award winner for sports podcasting in the state of Michigan.
  • Served as the producer for three seasons on the Detroit Tigers 'Road To Detroit' Minor League Podcast (2019-2022).
  • Edited episodes using Adobe Audition and compiled prep sheets for my host and broadcast partner (Dan Hasty).
  • Co-hosted specialty episodes and added unique sounds/elements to make the audio sound clean.

Education

Broadcast Communications

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI

Associate of Arts - Broadcast Communications Undergrad Study

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Communications

Cornerstone University
Grand Rapids
04.2020

High School Diploma -

Grand Rapids West Catholic High School
04.2015

Skills

  • Adobe InDesign/Audition
  • Photoshop
  • iMovie
  • TikTok
  • Five-Time Michigan Association of Broadcasters Award Winner (The Road to Detroit Podcast)
  • NAIA Call of the Year runner-up (2021)
  • NAIA Call of the Year (2023)
  • MLB Network Best Moment in Broadcasting (2023)
  • Sports Illustrated Top-10 Moments (2023)

Timeline

Sports Radio Co-Host

The Game 96.1
2023.03 - 2023.03

Sports Reporter

ESPN Radio
2020.09 - 2020.10

Executive Radio Producer

Cumulus Media
2018.06 - Current

Media Relations Assistant

West Michigan Whitecaps
2018.06 - Current

Play-by-Play Broadcaster

College and Freelance
2015.09 - Current

Podcast Producer

Detroit Tigers

Broadcast Communications

Central Michigan University

Associate of Arts - Broadcast Communications Undergrad Study

Grand Rapids Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Communications

Cornerstone University

High School Diploma -

Grand Rapids West Catholic High School
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