Ian Olsen
Sports Journalist | Multimedia Sports Storyteller | TV, Print & Digital Coverage
Lincoln, California USAAbout
Sports multimedia journalist and communications professional with experience in TV, print, radio, and digital media. Covered high school, collegiate, and professional sports for newspapers, websites, professional teams, and TV programs, producing reporting, features, commentary, and multimedia content.
Experience
Multimedia Sports Journalist
Mar 2022 - Nov 2023
Recorded and edited high school sports footage across seven sports, wrote commentary and provided audio narration of key moments, and produced highlight reels for weekly television broadcasts.
Sports Reporter
Aug 2016 - Mar 2021
Covered high school and collegiate sports as a reporter, producing game recaps, features, and analysis across seven sports. Conducted interviews with coaches and athletes, developed human-interest stories, and delivered in-depth coverage under tight deadlines.
Media Relations Intern
Apr 2012 - Sep 2012
Compiled pregame notes for media, team staff, and scouts, wrote series previews and postgame coverage, and supported ticket sales through outreach to local businesses.
Education
Communications
- Bachelors
Sep 2008 - Dec 2012
Reported for the school newspaper Scroll, played intramural football and soccer, and led a public relations campaign for senior communications students while earning a B.S. in Communications.
