Brian Magnus
Macon
Summary
Dynamic media relations professional with a proven track record at Mercer University, excelling in graphic design, writing, editing, and website management. Adept at leveraging Adobe Creative Cloud and social media to enhance visibility and engagement. Dedicated to creating captivating and creative graphics for digital and print material while meeting deadlines.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Media Relations
Mercer University
Macon
07.2022 - Current
- Write and edit press releases, pregame and postgame articles, media guides, game notes, etc.
- Update and maintain the athletics website for accuracy and immediacy.
- Nominate student-athletes for academic and athletic awards.
- Report results and news to local media, and coordinate interviews with media, coaches, and players.
- Statistician for selected sports, and help with social media.
- Provided teams with graphics for player awards, team recognition, recruiting, etc.
Sports Information Director
Southwest Virginia Community College
Cedar Bluff
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Publicized and promoted all aspects of the athletic department and teams through social media.
- Updated and maintained the athletics website for accuracy and immediacy.
- Team photographer and videographer for all sports.
- Wrote game recaps, feature stories, and created game-day programs..
- Game day administrator: Set up the field/court, turned on scoreboards and sound system, and made sure they were functional; managed teams during events.
Social Media Intern
Penn State University
State College
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Assisted, created, scheduled, and posted content to Penn State Athletics' social media accounts.
- Helped facilitate in-game social and digital initiatives.
- Attended press conferences with coaches and athletes for and provided quotes for postgame article on the website.
- Assisted in compiling statistics and record books for teams.
Education
B.A. - Journalism
Penn State University
University Park, PA01.2020
Skills
- Adobe Creative Cloud, Sidearm Sports, photography, social media, StatCrew, and Genius
- Website management
- Exceptional problem-solving skills, ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and ability to resolve issues under intense time constraints and pressures
- Strong writing and editing skills, including knowledge of AP style
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Director of Media Relations
Mercer University
07.2022 - Current
Sports Information Director
Southwest Virginia Community College
06.2021 - 06.2022
Social Media Intern
Penn State University
09.2018 - 04.2020
B.A. - Journalism
Penn State University
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