Shane Shoemaker
Jasper
Summary
Experienced sports writer with over one year of diverse experience. Skilled event coverage, editorial and news writing. Proven ability to deliver engaging content while meeting tight deadlines. Adept at adapting to new environments and collaborating effectively with team members to achieve common goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Editor/Editorial Writer
ClutchPoints
05.2023 - Current
- Wrote 3-5 stories per day for website publication through word press with SEO concentration.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current sporting events and industry trends.
- Collaborated with editors to create compelling content.
Contributing Writer
Gannett, USA Today, Vols Wire
01.2024 - Current
- Wrote pieces specializing on college football recruiting and player analyzing with focus on the Tennessee Volunteers.
Sports Writer
Lakeway Publishers (The Marion Tribune)
08.2023 - Current
- Traveled to and reported on games, events, players, teams and other information pertaining to three local sports teams.
- Wrote 3-4 stories a week that included game coverage and featured pieces.
Intern
University Of Tennessee At Chattanooga Athletics
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Interviewed multiple alums and current student-athletes for award winning profile pieces.
- Wrote, edited and conducted extensive research for stories for university's athletic website that increased traffic and engagement by 20%.
- Participated in post-game media activities, such as: player & coach interviews, transcribing and stories.
Freelance Writer
(SportsBlog, Dirtfork, Wrestling Inc.)
05.2014 - 03.2023
- Wrote and edited 3-5 high-quality columns a week under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating and authentic approach based on trending industry topics.
- Brainstormed with partners to determine new topics and stories for blogs and podcasts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN05.2021
Skills
- Sports Writing
- Media Coverage
- Podcasting
- Editorial Writing
- Word Press
- Creative Writing
- SEO
- Associated Press (AP) Style
References
Jason Patt - ClutchPoints editor
Email: Jason@clutchpoints.com
Dan Harralson - Vols Wire editor
Phone: 865-291-8346
Email: danharralson@journalist.com
Duane Sherrill - Tullahoma News - Executive Editor
Phone: 931-607-4317
Email: dsherrill@tullahomanews.com
Timeline
Contributing Writer
Gannett, USA Today, Vols Wire
01.2024 - Current
Sports Writer
Lakeway Publishers (The Marion Tribune)
08.2023 - Current
Associate Editor/Editorial Writer
ClutchPoints
05.2023 - Current
Intern
University Of Tennessee At Chattanooga Athletics
01.2021 - 09.2021
Freelance Writer
(SportsBlog, Dirtfork, Wrestling Inc.)
05.2014 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
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