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Benjamin Edwards

Peachtree Corners

Summary

Experienced sports professional with a strong background in writing, editing, broadcasting, and event planning. Proven leadership skills demonstrated by successfully guiding teams of writers and aspiring leaders. Committed to delivering high-quality content and organizing impactful events. Adept at fostering collaboration and driving team success in fast-paced environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Sports Editor

The Samford Crimson
Birmingham
08.2025 - Current
  • Edited and proofread articles for clarity and coherence.
  • Collaborated with writers to develop engaging sports content.
  • Coordinated interviews with athletes and coaches for feature stories.
  • Monitored daily sporting events and issues to discuss and report pertinent news relevant to Samford.

Vice President

Lambda Chi Alpha
Birmingham
01.2024 - Current

Oversaw social, philanthropic, and recruitment efforts as Vice President of Samford Lambda Chi Alpha.

  • Planned and executed events, including formals and tailgates, as Social Chair.
  • Coordinated mixers to foster relationships with other campus organizations.
  • Supported president in managing chapter activities to ensure brotherhood cohesion.

Program Director

YMCA Camp High Harbour
Acworth
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Planned and organized camp activities for children and youth at YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta.
  • Executed daily all-camp assemblies with specialized media setups.
  • Coordinated with musicians to schedule rehearsals and performances.
  • Delivered over 350 pictures of campers daily for parent updates.
  • Collected and edited weekly camp video footage for presentations.
  • Produced promotional video for leadership program using captured footage.
  • Managed operation and maintenance of all camp-owned media equipment.

Education

Associate of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication

Samford University
Birmingham, Alabama, AL
05-2027

Skills

  • Event coordination
  • Content management
  • Communication effectiveness
  • Leadership training
  • Collaborative teamwork

Affiliations

Ultimate Frisbee Team

Timeline

Sports Editor

The Samford Crimson
08.2025 - Current

Program Director

YMCA Camp High Harbour
05.2025 - 08.2025

Vice President

Lambda Chi Alpha
01.2024 - Current

Associate of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication

Samford University
Benjamin Edwards