I am a communications professional and broadcast media specialist with hands-on experience in news reporting, live sports broadcasting, content creation, and social media engagement. I graduated Cum Laude from The Ohio State University with a degree in Communications and a minor in Media Production and Analysis, and I have worked in fast-paced media environments including Sinclair Broadcast Group and Big Ten Network. My background includes on-air reporting, video production, storytelling, play-by-play broadcasting, and digital content strategy. Coworkers and peers often describe me as hardworking, personable, and easy to get along with, and I take pride in bringing a positive attitude and strong work ethic to every environment I am part of. I am passionate about connecting with audiences through creative and engaging media content.

Eli Burgett

I am a communications professional and broadcast media specialist with hands-on experience in news reporting, live sports broadcasting, content creation, and social media engagement. I graduated Cum Laude from The Ohio State University with a degree in Communications and a minor in Media Production and Analysis, and I have worked in fast-paced media environments including Sinclair Broadcast Group and Big Ten Network. My background includes on-air reporting, video production, storytelling, play-by-play broadcasting, and digital content strategy. Coworkers and peers often describe me as hardworking, personable, and easy to get along with, and I take pride in bringing a positive attitude and strong work ethic to every environment I am part of. I am passionate about connecting with audiences through creative and engaging media content.

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I am a communications professional and broadcast media specialist with hands-on experience in news reporting, live sports broadcasting, content creation, and social media engagement. I graduated Cum Laude from The Ohio State University with a degree in Communications and a minor in Media Production and Analysis, and I have worked in fast-paced media environments including Sinclair Broadcast Group and Big Ten Network.

My background includes on-air reporting, video production, storytelling, play-by-play broadcasting, and digital content strategy. Coworkers and peers often describe me as hardworking, personable, and easy to get along with, and I take pride in bringing a positive attitude and strong work ethic to every environment I am part of. I am passionate about connecting with audiences through creative and engaging media content.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

MMJ/Live Desk & Traffic Reporter at Sinclair Broadcast Group (Dayton 24/7 Now - WKEF)
April 1, 2024 - Present
Covering breaking news via the live desk, monitoring traffic cameras for morning reports, pitching, filming, writing, and editing news/sports/lifestyle stories for the Dayton/Miami Valley area, and creating promotional content to post on various social media outlets.
Producer/Director/Broadcaster at Big Ten Network/Big Ten Plus (B1G+)
July 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Filling a variety of roles, including on-air broadcaster, camera operator, replay coordinator, graphic designer, and technical director during live broadcasts for athletic events such as soccer, field hockey, volleyball, basketball and baseball.
Host/Creator at The “I’m No Genius” Podcast
May 1, 2022 - Present
Recording weekly episodes discussing current events in sports, entertainment, pop culture, and politics with a comedic lens, managing social media accounts on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, editing video clips, and scheduling appearances from guests on a weekly basis.
Radio Broadcaster/Sports Reporter at Scarlet and Gray Sports Radio
August 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Covering play-by-play or color commentary, creating short and engaging media clips for Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, and hosting pregame, halftime, and post game shows for a variety of sports such as soccer, hockey, basketball, field hockey, and baseball.
Host at The Intersection (OSU Sports and Society Initiative)
October 1, 2023 - April 1, 2024
Create weekly episodes discussing current events in sports and society at The Ohio State University, schedule and interview guests involved with OSU athletics, and generate engaging clips and soundbites to promote on social media outlets.
Tennis Professional at Scioto Country Club
April 1, 2022 - April 1, 2024
Teaching tennis lessons to beginning/intermediate players (mainly ages 5-14), maintaining club appearance, running clinics for adult and children tennis players, and supervising tennis tournaments held at the club.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree at The Ohio State University
August 1, 2021 - May 1, 2024
High School Diploma at Teays Valley High School
August 1, 2017 - May 1, 2021

Qualifications

OSU Cum Laude Honors
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Ohio State Dean’s List
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
3x All-MSL Honoree (Tennis)
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Scioto Country Club Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Minerich Memorial Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026
Spectrum Scholar-Athlete Award
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality