SOPHIA TRAD
Temple University Athletics
Philadelphia,PA
5
years of professional experience
Professional communications specialist skilled in media relations, content creation, and community marketing. Strong focus on humanization of athletes through storytelling. Known for reliability, effective communication, and organizational skills.
Work History
Strategic Communications Assistant
1 Year 3 Months- Crafted engaging captions and utilized LiveCut for social media posts for MBB, WBB, WSOC, MSOC, WLAX, WFENCE, WGYM, and WVBALL, contributing to an ESPN feature for the viral 'Lebron Frames' Temple Men's Basketball Tweet/X
- Design Instagram/TikTok content using Canva, Photoshop, and Sideline Design for main TempleOwls, Fencing, MBB, and Lacrosse accounts, increasing following for all accounts by 40% average
- Coordinated weekly social account projects and engagement campaigns in collaboration with Temple athletics department subsets.
- Compiled statistics using Microsoft Excel, Presto, Genius, Vertius, and StatCrew for media use, and created press releases and pre and post-game notes to support communications efforts
- Managed scheduling communications between coaches, student-athletes, and administrative teams to maintain daily alignment
Training Camp Operations Staff
2 Months- Guided guests, answered questions, and supported fan engagement activities to create a positive and family-friendly environment.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced delays in setup, turnover, and post-event cleanup.
- Coordinated logistics for camp activities to ensure smooth operations. for players, coaching staff, and media personnel during camp sessions.
- Monitored high-traffic areas, managed lines, and enforced camp policies to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Monitored facility readiness, verifying equipment, signage, and event spaces before staff arrival.
Fan Engagement Volunteer
8 Months- Guided fans to mobility assistance, restricted items storage, and fan app support as the primary point of contact for the Fan Operations team, assisting up to 50,000 fans each game.
Credential Distribution Operations
1 Month- Verified identities and distributed access badges to authorized media, staff, teams, and officials, ensuring secure access to event areas.
Street Team Relations
1 Year 8 Months- Promoted news, ticket sales, and initiatives while engaging fans with club merchandise and swag, enhancing overall fan experience
- Coordinated setup, breakdown, and transportation of event elements like tents, prize wheels, and interactive displays for mobile tours and fan experiences, ensuring smooth operations
- Represented St. Louis City SC brand with enthusiasm at matchdays and community events, fostering positive relationships with fans year-round
Game Operations
3 Years 7 Months- Set up and broke down game day facilities, including field, court, and event spaces, ensuring optimal readiness for athletic contests
- Executed in-game logistics, managing timing equipment, scoreboard operation, stats input, and sideline patrol to enhance support for game officials and teams
- Coordinated fan experience elements and managed crowd flow, liaising with officials, visiting teams, and stakeholders to improve game day interactions
- Marketing and Operations Internship (2024)
- Developed and scheduled engaging content for social media platforms, collaborating with marketing staff to boost Instagram following on @SLU_Billikens by 21%
- Coordinated logistics for in-game entertainment and promotional activities to enrich fan experience during events
- Facilitated administrative tasks and research to support broader department projects and campaigns
Education
Master of Science - Sport Business
eMBA - Sport Management
Bachelor of Science - Communication Science, Minor in Sport Business
Skills
Microsoft Office
Adobe Suite
Social Media
Fan Engagement
Content Creation
Media Relations
Web management
Marketing strategy
Microsoft Office (Excel
Word
Forms)
Adobe Suite (Photoshop
InDesign)
Gameday Operations
Community engagement
Timeline
Training Camp Operations Staff
Chicago Bears
06.2026 - 08.2026Read More
Credential Distribution Operations
NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament
02.2026 - 03.2026Read More
Fan Engagement Volunteer
FIFA World Cup 26 Philadelphia
11.2025 - 07.2026Read More
Strategic Communications Assistant
Temple University Athletics
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Street Team Relations
St. Louis City SC
11.2023 - 07.2025Read More
Game Operations
Saint Louis University Athletics Department
10.2021 - 05.2025Read More
Saint Louis University
Bachelor of Science from Communication Science, Minor in Sport Business
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Universidad Europea de Madrid
eMBA from Sport Management
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Temple University School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management
Master of Science from Sport Business
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