PARIS MCGEE JR.
West Haven,CT
Summary
From the bright lights of Nickelodeon as a child-actor to the thrilling world of elite gymnastics, I've danced, tumbled, and written my way through the realms of sports, pop-culture, and entertainment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Commentator
ESPN
01.2022 - Current
- Serve as a color-commentator for NCAA women's gymnastics competitions on ESPN Plus, adding my energetic and insightful commentary to make every routine a captivating experience for viewers!
- Draft storyboards and thoroughly research team backgrounds for broadcasts to ensure comprehensive and well-prepared visual storytelling.
- I am proficient in conducting on-camera interviews with coaches and athletes, both before and after meets, providing comprehensive coverage and insightful conversations for viewership.
College Football Beat Writer
Tag24 News
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Intensively cover the college football season, with a focus on powerhouse teams: Ohio State, Alabama, Georgia, Michigan, LSU, Penn State, Texas, and Clemson.
- Proven track record of delivering in-depth and exclusive think-pieces through direct-personal interviews with coaches and players.
- Travel to weekend games, delivering quick turnaround reports and insights.
- Regularly cover major championships, including Bowl Games and College Football Playoff Championships.
Sports Writer
TAG24 News
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Developed the TAG24 Sports section from the ground up to build a strong reputation and credibility with major sports leagues such as the NFL, NBA, and NCAA.
- Produce compelling larger-than-life sport features that appeal to a broad readership beyond just sports fans.
- Effectively communicate with diverse athletes from around the world, establishing strong rapport, and cultivating long-term personal relationships.
- Collaborate with athletes to create impactful feature stories and thought-provoking think pieces.
- Ability to report exclusive in-depth stories from major sporting events, such as the CFP National Championships, USA Gymnastics National Championships showcasing exceptional journalistic skills.
Sports & Pop-culture Writer
TAG24 News
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Attend esteemed entertainment events, including the Met Gala, New York Fashion Week, and the ESPY Awards, where I reveal exclusive behind-the-scenes narratives about the most prominent celebrity-athletes, providing fans with an insider's perspective.
- Bridge the realms of sports and entertainment by uncovering the fascinating narratives surrounding world-renowned celebrity-athletes like LSU gymnast and Sports Illustrated model Olivia Dunne and basketball icon LeBron James.
- Dive into the personal lives of celebrity-athletes, crafting compelling narratives that go beyond the on-court action, and establishing a deep connection between readers and their favorite sports icons.
Production Assistant
Big Ten Network
08.2018 - 03.2020
- As a former Big Ten champion gymnast, in 2019, I produced the first-ever Big Ten Gymnastics broadcast on BTN+ at the Ohio State University.
- Served as freelance audio engineer, graphic engineer, and/ or camera operator during live broadcasts.(Served as runner when needed.)
- Familiarity with TriCaster, Viz Graphics, Dream Catcher
- Performed complete production set-up and tear-down for pre-and post-broadcasts for 12-hour production.
Production Assistant
FOX Sports
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
- Served as audio engineer, graphic engineer, and camera operator during live broadcasts.
- Performed complete production set-up and tear-down for pre-and post-broadcasts for 12- hour productions.
Sideline Reporter
Big Ten Network
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Served as color commentator for NCAA Men’s and Women’s Big Ten gymnastics competitions, using my expertise and passion for the sport to elevate the viewing experience for audiences.
- Fulfilled the role of a sideline reporter for sports such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, football, and hockey, offering real-time updates and insights to enhance coverage and engage viewers.
- Created detailed storyboards and conducted in-depth research on team backgrounds for broadcasts, ensuring comprehensive and informative coverage.
Ohio State Athletics Digital News Reporter
The Ohio State University
08.2018 - 05.2019
- In 2019, I had the privilege of assuming the role of lead reporter and event host/moderator for an esteemed publicity event featuring NFL player Malcolm Jenkins, titled "Social Justice in the Workspace." The event garnered an impressive attendance of over 3,000 individuals.
- Lead event coordinator and ground reporter for "The Buckeye Way," a groundbreaking sexual violence prevention program led by Ohio State student-athletes and featuring renowned Hollywood actor Terry Crews.
- Produced visuals and written content with social media networking sites: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube for Ohio State athletic news distribution.
- Expertise in Photoshop, Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro for picture and video editing.
Fashion Editor
Freelance Seo Copywriter
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Served as a contributing reporter and writer during global Fashion Week events. Covered runway shows, new collections, and behind-the-scenes insights for men and women's fashion including Ralph Lauren, Christian Siriano.
- Investigated and produced articles on the latest fashion brands and seasonal collections. Identified trends in men's and women's lifestyle and presented them in engaging written pieces.
- Researched and written think-pieces on emerging trends, industry news, and notable personalities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism -
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio05.2019
Skills
Public Relations
AP Style Writing
SEO Copywriting
Brand development
Cross-functional collaboration
Timeline
College Football Beat Writer
Tag24 News
05.2022 - 05.2024
Sports Writer
TAG24 News
05.2022 - 05.2024
Sports & Pop-culture Writer
TAG24 News
05.2022 - 05.2024
Sports Commentator
ESPN
01.2022 - Current
Fashion Editor
Freelance Seo Copywriter
09.2019 - 12.2021
Production Assistant
Big Ten Network
08.2018 - 03.2020
Production Assistant
FOX Sports
08.2018 - 03.2020
Sideline Reporter
Big Ten Network
08.2018 - 03.2020
Ohio State Athletics Digital News Reporter
The Ohio State University
08.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism -
The Ohio State University
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