Jake Nichols
Knoxville
Summary
Experienced sports writer and radio broadcaster with passion and versatility within multiple fields.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Editor
The Newport Plain Talk
07.2022 - Current
- Delivering authoritative high school sports coverage via articles, photos and graphics with careful attention to game facts and stats.
- Managing online columns, articles and video pieces.
- Communicating directly with supervisors to collaboratively assess work and guide editorial improvements.
- Covering numerous events personally, traveling to games across Tennessee to create buzz and offer coverage for events of multiple levels.
Columnist and Photographer
Volunteer Country on SI
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Kept detailed schedule of column deadlines.
- Established a strong online presence by consistently sharing thought-provoking and well-written columns on social media platforms.
- Developed a loyal readership by consistently delivering high-quality content that resonated with the target audience of Tennessee athletics followers
- Covered notable UT athletic events, such as the 2021 College World Series run and the 2022 SEC Tournament title
Part-time Disc Jockey
103.5 WIMZ
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Monitored equipment to ensure optimal performance during work hours
- Used voice recorder to provide sound bite transitions between songs where necessary
Sports Director
101.5 The One and WDKN
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Reported on local athletic events and programs to provide interesting sports stories, an aspect that became increasingly difficult during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic
- Wrote and edited 30-second and one-minute ads for local radio
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing weekly radio shows for local coaches and athletes at our station
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members, coaches, athletes and businesses to build trust and rapport.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Media
The University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN08.2019
Skills
Skilled in photography, sports writing, and Adobe Lightroom and Express usage Also proficient in Audacity editing, PA announcing and play-by-play broadcasting
Accomplishments
Winner of multiple Tennessee Press Association awards for local reporting and photography
Timeline
Sports Editor
The Newport Plain Talk
07.2022 - Current
Part-time Disc Jockey
103.5 WIMZ
09.2021 - 12.2021
Sports Director
101.5 The One and WDKN
02.2020 - 07.2020
Columnist and Photographer
Volunteer Country on SI
07.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Media
The University of Tennessee
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