Ryan Wilkes
Brevard
Summary
Driven sports media professional with five years of diverse experience in broadcasting and event coordination. Successfully led broadcasting efforts for over 50 games, implementing technology to elevate viewer experience while fostering strong connections with fans and athletes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Video Production Assistant
Asheville Tourists Minor League Baseball
Asheville
04.2026 - Current
- Assisted with in-game video board scenes, maintaining schedule to keep fans engaged throughout the game.
- Controlled replay operations, giving fans a closer look at plays both on the video board and the live stream.
- Controlled in-game graphics on the live stream.
- Enhanced viewing experience for home audiences and increased engagement for attendees.
Director of Broadcasting
Brevard College
Brevard
07.2025 - Current
- Led the broadcasting efforts at BC, setting up the production before broadcasting over 50 games for the Tornados throughout the 2026 season.
- Hosted weekly YouTube show, "Tornado Talk", showcasing accomplishments of student-athletes and coaches through short interviews in an hour-long program.
- Coordinated events during 2025-2026 seasons, including booster club dinners with coach interviews, 2026 BESPY awards show, and pre-game chalk talks for basketball.
- Guided students throughout the year, teaching and assisting them with different duties relating to the broadcast such as camera operations, directing, stats, and postgame interviews.
- Implemented new technology, including upgraded cameras at baseball field, enhancing broadcast quality.
- Used new technology to teach students about broadcast production.
Graduate Assistant
Carson-Newman University
Jefferson City
08.2023 - Current
- Served as SID and play-by-play broadcaster for Carson-Newman golf, tennis, and softball, enhancing audience engagement and promoting athletic events.
- Assisted in basketball, football, soccer, and baseball game operations, managing live stats, public address announcing, directing, and social media to support event execution.
- Called over 20 games in basketball, baseball, and volleyball, contributing to sports coverage and enhancing visibility for the programs.
Play-by-Play Broadcaster
Pulaski River Turtles
Pulaski
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Called 120 games for Pulaski River Turtles, enhancing audience engagement in the Appalachian League.
- Called all 48 games in two seasons and 24 home games in 2024, ensuring consistent coverage and connection with the fan base.
- Developed relationships with fans and players through interviews for broadcasts on ESPN Blacksburg, enriching game-day experiences and community ties.
Media Relations Intern
Roanoke Railyard Dawgs
Roanoke
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Covered Railyard Dawgs home games by providing in-game social media updates and conducting pregame interviews with coaches and athletes to enhance fan engagement.
- Captured video of goals and key moments during games for social media content, contributing to increased audience interaction.
- Wrote a season-long feature story on the Dawgs' captain, offering fans an insider perspective on one of the organization's top players to strengthen community connection.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Carson-Newman University
Jefferson City05-2025
Bachelor's Degree - Sports Media And Analytics
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg05-2023
Skills
- Live streaming
- Sports broadcasting
- Event coordination
- Public speaking
- Camera operation
- Networking skills
- Script writing
- Experienced in the Adobe Suite, Production Truck, and OBS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Video Production Assistant
Asheville Tourists Minor League Baseball
04.2026 - Current
Director of Broadcasting
Brevard College
07.2025 - Current
Graduate Assistant
Carson-Newman University
08.2023 - Current
Media Relations Intern
Roanoke Railyard Dawgs
10.2022 - 03.2023
Play-by-Play Broadcaster
Pulaski River Turtles
06.2022 - 07.2024
MBA - Business Administration
Carson-Newman University
Bachelor's Degree - Sports Media And Analytics
Virginia Tech