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Hi, I’m Michael Blood. I’m a broadcasting professional with over eight years of hands-on experience supporting live sports, news, and event programming. I thrive in fast-paced environments, collaborate with clients and teammates, and take pride in delivering reliable technology and engaging content.
I enjoy solving complex technical challenges and turning ideas into polished productions, from graphics pipelines to player-tracking tech. I’m always eager to learn, adapt, and help teams reach new levels of efficiency and creativity.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Work Experience
NHL Broadcast Technician at SportsMEDIA Technology (SMT)
September 1, 2025 - PresentOperate and triage hardware and software issues for NHL Player Tracking and Optics Systems. Track all players on the ice through multiple infrared cameras. Output player tags for live television and replay for graphics, stats, and ads. Install networking infrastructure at Seattle Stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Broadcast Production Operator at ZT Transform
August 1, 2023 - PresentExecuted set up and operation of Ross broadcasting equipment to produce live-recorded content. Designed graphics with Ross Xpression for multiple productions.
MLS Live Graphics Operator at TGI Sports
January 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024Orchestrated successful insertion of ads digitally into MLS broadcasting with audiences of 1M+. Directed Camera Operators for successful capture of footage to develop 3D carpets of Lumen Field for virtual graphics and replacement of LED graphics. Coordinated with broadcasting technicians to ensure our AI assisted systems are in compliance with Apple+, FOX, and international broadcasting standards. Triaged video issues by determining where in the broadcasting pipeline problems were taking place.
Video Producer at Town Meeting TV
November 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025Led the production of 1,000 videos across live-broadcasted events, interviews, instructional, promotional, & documentary formats with audiences of 200K+. Managed video archiving, ensuring accessibility and marketed its content to achieve recognition from AP, Politico, BBC, CNN, The Daily Show, FOX News, and more. Designed and implemented training curriculums for interns, supporting their career development goals.
Education
Bachelor's Degree at University of Vermont
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
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