Noah Buono
Summary
Engaging sports media professional with a proven track record as an on-air talent, social media content producer and podcast host leveraging strong relationship-building and communication skills honed as a former Division I basketball player. Successfully created and managed the nationally acclaimed Gimme Timme Podcast, demonstrating a knack for connecting with high-profile guests and organically growing a dedicated audience. Technically proficient in delivering content that is both insightful and aesthetically superior. With a talent for social media strategy and content creation, I am adept at driving engagement and fostering dynamic team collaboration, positioned to thrive in a multifaceted sports media role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
PUBLISHER
NBA SOCIAL - X
01.2024 - Current
- Providing real-time game coverage by publishing to the NBA's X accounts (including @NBA, @NBAHistory, @NBAStats, @NBADraft, @nbafuturenow)
- Written/digital play-by-play nature with real-time highlights/callout's of big NBA moments/highlights
- Write copy for posts in lead-up to games, during games, and postgame that promote top NBA Moments, performances, storylines
- Manage player narratives and storylines for all 30 teams across the league each night
- Oversee final copy and all edits made
Podcast Host, Producer, Social Media Manager
IHeartMedia
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Managed, produced, and co-hosted The Gimme Timme Podcast with Drew Timme, orchestrating its rise to a top 10 national ranking among basketball podcasts
- Mentored Drew Timme, honing his broadcasting skills and guiding his transition to an on-air personality, contributing to the podcast's critical acclaim and popularity
- Conducted high-profile interviews with notable figures such as Gonzaga Head Coach Mark Few, NBA players and esteemed media personalities like Jay Bilas
- Founded and grew the WalkieTalkieZ Podcast, a unique and original show dedicated to the stories of college walk-on athletes, overseeing all aspects from guest recruitment to final edit
- Leveraged networking skills to procure esteemed guests, ensuring a rich and diverse lineup that consistently engaged and expanded the listener base for both shows
- Manually transcribed every episode produced to add to show notes
On-Air Talent
College Basketball Analyst
01.2024 - Current
- Color Analyst for ESPN+ Broadcasts for Duquesne Men's Basketball games in '23-'24 A10 season
- Full-time Radio Analyst for Duquesne Men's Basketball games in '24-'25 season
- Fill-in Color Analyst for University of Pittsburgh Women's Basketball in '24-'25 season
- Fill-in Color Analyst for West Virginia's Men's/Women's Basketball in '24-'25 season
FREELANCE DIGITAL CONTENT CREATOR & STRATEGIST
01.2022 - Current
- Specialized in creating, producing, and editing basketball-focused long-form video content for Instagram & TikTok
- Adept at tailoring basketball content for YouTube Shorts, engaging a sports-centric audience across multiple platforms
- Proficient in conducting basketball-related research and scriptwriting, providing insightful and compelling narratives
- Forged and maintained strategic partnerships with NBA, collegiate basketball athletes and top-tier sports media platforms, boosting their online presence and engagement through original content collaborations
- Committed to delivering high-quality basketball content from initial concept to final edit, capturing the essence of the game and its community
DIRECTOR OF PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
RUN THE SHOW BASKETBALL ENTERPRISE
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Lead Player Development coach; overseeing all facility operations, staff & players
- Scripting and executing private & group workouts for all ages from professional to elementary
- In charge of all video operations: highlights, film breakdowns, workout statistics, etc
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations & Advertising
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2022
Minor in Multiplatform Journalism
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2022
Skills
- Exceptional communication
- Strategic thinking
- Creative writing
- Quick thinking
- Strong improvisation
- Collaborative/Team oriented
- Video/Audio Editing Software
- Content creation
- Social Media Strategy
Timeline
On-Air Talent
College Basketball Analyst
01.2024 - Current
PUBLISHER
NBA SOCIAL - X
01.2024 - Current
DIRECTOR OF PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
RUN THE SHOW BASKETBALL ENTERPRISE
05.2022 - 10.2023
FREELANCE DIGITAL CONTENT CREATOR & STRATEGIST
01.2022 - Current
Podcast Host, Producer, Social Media Manager
IHeartMedia
09.2021 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations & Advertising
Duquesne University
Minor in Multiplatform Journalism
Duquesne University
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