Preston Klinger
Manhattan,KS
Summary
Results-driven Army veteran with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sports Information Intern
Kansas State Athletics
MANHATTAN, KS
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Oversaw local TV game broadcasts to validate statistical data accuracy during play-by-play.,
- Digitally archived sports and athletes' data spanning over a decade.
- Assisted in developing content for the sports website, including game recaps, feature stories, photo galleries.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with colleagues to generate new ideas for improving fan engagement strategies.
- Compiled and managed press releases, media advisories, and other promotional materials for upcoming games and matches.
Public Affairs Officer
Commanding General's Mounted Color Guard
Fort Riley, Kansas
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Expanded organization's social media reach by over two thousand followers in 18 months.
- Served as the organization's spokesperson in public forums.
- Sparked meaningful conversations with audiences using effective communication skills.
- Designed promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, newsletters and web content.
- Established or maintained cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer or public interest groups.
- Executed tasks efficiently while maintaining professional standards in interactions with senior military officers.
- Communicated key messages effectively to gatherings as large as 15,000 attendees for strengthening organizational outreach.
- Collaborated effectively with diverse coworkers to achieve objectives and resolve product and service issues.
- Delivered prompt and professional assistance to resolve concerns, fostering positive client experiences.
UAV Operator
Army
Fort Riley, Kansas
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to meet project deadlines and goals.
- Processed large amounts of data quickly and accurately while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Utilized advanced skills in problem solving to resolve complex operational issues.
- Assisted in the development of flight plans, risk assessment documents, and other related documentation.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sportscasting
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL08-2025
Associate of Science - UAV Operation And Technologies
Cochise College
Douglas, AZ06-2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies
American Military University
04-2025
Skills
- Press release writing
- Broadcasting experience
- Stage presence within public speaking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multitasking capacity
- Effective communication (Verbal and Written)
- Group leadership
- Digital media
Certification
- Basic Leadership Course
- Combat Lifesaver Course
Affiliations
- Fishing
- Working out
- Gaming
- Reading
Accomplishments
- Army Commendation Medal (for service with the Commanding General's Mounted Color Guard)
- Army Achievement Medal (for writing, memorizing, and performing a speech in front of a crowd of 15,000 people at Cheyenne Frontier Days in Cheyenne Wyoming)
- Non-commissioned officer professional development ribbon.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sports Information Intern
Kansas State Athletics
12.2024 - 03.2025
Public Affairs Officer
Commanding General's Mounted Color Guard
09.2022 - 12.2024
UAV Operator
Army
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Basic Leadership Course
- Combat Lifesaver Course
Bachelor of Arts - Sportscasting
Full Sail University
Associate of Science - UAV Operation And Technologies
Cochise College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
American Military University