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Monday, April 17 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Reality Check: Creating Options for Play-by-Play and Other On-Air Sports Talent Before Hitting the Job Market

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College instructors often hear young, enthusiastic students share their dreams of being on top of the sports media world. In many cases, they dream of going into play-by-play and other roles that may not result in gainful full-time employment upon graduation. This panel will share tips and suggestions for educators in preparing these students for the outside world, while still supporting them to achieve their dreams.
Moderator: Chris Bacon, Middle Tennessee State University
Panelists: Suzy Smith, Ball State University
Geoff Thompson, University of Florida
Dustin Sullivan, Arkansas State University

Moderators
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Chris Bacon

Middle Tennessee State University

Speakers
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Suzy Smith

Associate Professor, Ball State University
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Geoffrey Thompson

Assoc Director - Sports Journalism & Communications, University of Florida
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Dustin Sullivan

Instructor - Sports Media & Creative Media Production, Arkansas State University
Dustin Sullivan has been working in the sports media industry for over 13 years, including time as a Content Video Editor for ESPN in Bristol, CT. While at ESPN, Mr. Sullivan works on many of the award-winning shows that sports television fans watch all the time, such as SportsCenter... Read More →


Monday April 17, 2023 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
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