OWEN BUESCHER
Belleville,IL
Summary
Highly efficient communicator with experience in nationally-recognized organizations and brands. Adaptable and eager to learn, capable of working independently or collaboratively to develop new concepts and ideas.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Game Day Associate
St. Louis Cardinals
03.2024 - Current
- Managed the press box, distributed information, and assisted with game day materials and media issues.
- Supported Communications staff in promoting the Cardinals brand, handled media will call, and managed credentials.
- Chaperoned Clubhouse and VIP field guests at Busch Stadium, managing field passes and ensuring a smooth VIP experience.
Strategic Communications Intern
Mizzou Athletics (SEC)
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Created media interest for Men's Basketball, managed social media, maintained the website, and generated game notes.
- Coordinated player and coach interviews, managed post-game press conferences, and facilitated player media access.
- Acted as the visiting team liaison for Mizzou Football, represented Mizzou Athletics at large events, ensuring media coverage and support.
In-Game Entertainment and Marketing Intern
Gateway Grizzles (Frontier League)
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Created graphics, operated in-game entertainment, assisted with streaming, and generated social media content.
- Directed theme night promotions, assisted with off-season marketing, designed video board graphics, and built local business partnerships.
- Served as a hospitality representative, assisted with fan inquiries, and promoted fun, family-oriented baseball experiences.
Strategic Communications Assistant
Southeastern Conference (NCAA)
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Selected to represent the University of Missouri at Southeastern Conference events
- Assisted with post-game team communications
- Communicated statistical information with team officials and national media members at multiple high-profile collegiate events
- Worked with a team to run post-game press conferences with coaches, players, and media members
Goodyear Student Ambassor
Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic (NCAA)
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Represented Mizzou Athletics at the 88th Annual Goodyear Cotton Bowl
- Collaborated with local marketing firm The Marketing Arm to create social media content for Goodyear's Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter accounts
- Networked with professionals from a variety of fields including marketing, corporate sales, television production, and social content creation
- Gained experience creating content surrounding large, nationally televised events.
AdZOU - Graphic Designer
NASCAR On FOX
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Brainstormed ideas as part of a team of students, building a marketing campaign to increase viewership of NASCAR races broadcast on FOC, through content across social and digital platforms
- Designed assets to be used in the our campaign, including social posts, physical advertisements, and a final book containing all of our campaign plans to be distributed to members of the NASCAR On FOX marketing team.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods, and generated client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
Communications Game Day Associate
St. Louis Cardinals
03.2024 - Current
- Prepared and managed the press box before and after games, including information distribution to various stadium areas. Contributed to game day materials like Minor League reports and game notes, distributed promotional items to media members, and assisted with any media-related issues.
- Assisted Communications staff on game days to promote the Cardinals brand. Operated the media will call window, managing credential distribution for media and VIP guests.
- Served as a chaperone and escort for Clubhouse and VIP field guests at Busch Stadium, managing field pass distribution and ensuring a smooth experience for VIPs.
Strategic Communications Intern
Mizzou Athletics (SEC)
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Created media interest for Men's Basketball, managed social media, maintained the website, and generated game notes.
- Coordinated player and coach interviews, managed post-game press conferences, and facilitated player media access.
- Acted as the visiting team liaison for Mizzou Football, represented Mizzou Athletics at events, ensuring media coverage and support.
In-Game Entertainment and Marketing Intern
Gateway Grizzles (Frontier League)
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Created graphics for social media announcements, operated in-game entertainment systems (music, video board, wireless camera), and assisted with streaming Grizzlies games on FloSports. Generated and filmed social media content for TikTok and Instagram, and edited the team's weekly 'Grizzlies Rewind' video.
- Directed promotion for certain theme nights, assisted in marketing events outside of baseball season, and designed video board graphics, including sponsorships. Communicated with local businesses to build partnerships and ensure continued support.
- Served as a hospitality representative, and assisting with fan inquiries. Worked to elevate the organization's goal of offering fun, family-oriented, and affordable baseball experiences to the community.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communications
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05.2024
Skills
- Copywriting (Social and Article)
- Statistic Collection and Analysis
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro)
- X/Twitter LiveCut
- StatBroadcast
- SIDEARM Website Platform
- Customer Service
Timeline
Communications Game Day Associate
St. Louis Cardinals
03.2024 - Current
Communications Game Day Associate
St. Louis Cardinals
03.2024 - Current
AdZOU - Graphic Designer
NASCAR On FOX
01.2024 - 05.2024
Goodyear Student Ambassor
Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic (NCAA)
12.2023 - 12.2023
In-Game Entertainment and Marketing Intern
Gateway Grizzles (Frontier League)
05.2023 - 09.2023
In-Game Entertainment and Marketing Intern
Gateway Grizzles (Frontier League)
05.2023 - 09.2023
Strategic Communications Assistant
Southeastern Conference (NCAA)
12.2022 - 03.2024
Strategic Communications Intern
Mizzou Athletics (SEC)
10.2022 - 05.2024
Strategic Communications Intern
Mizzou Athletics (SEC)
10.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communications
University of Missouri
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