Communications Professional
Resume:
Communications Professional
Work History
Contact
https://www.linkedin.com
/in/david-ford-12408120/
Skills
David Ford
Communications professional with over 27 years of combined experience inside the public relations departments of the NFL, NHL, and NCAA, writer/editor for public sector news, and U.S. government public affairs. Excellent reputation for socially connecting, getting efficient results, and raising the bar of performance.
NFL Game Day Communications Staff
Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa, FL
Serve all game day needs for national and local
media including, but not limited to: gathering,
transcribing, and disseminating postgame quotes for home and opposing players and coaches.
Consistently carry out game day duties accurately
and efficiently.
2021-10 -
Current
Public Affairs Specialist
Cherokee Nation Federal Consulting, Panama City, FL Responsible for serving the print communication,
social media and photographic needs of the
members of the Air Force Civil Engineer Center-
Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, as well as the Air Force Installation Mission and Support Center-San
Antonio, Texas.
Establish and promote specific messages on behalf
of the Air Force Installation and Mission Support
Center.
2019-06 -
Current
Radio Host
The Ticket Sports Network, Destin, FL
Served as host of "The Morning Wrap", a topical
morning talk show that discussed current issues in both collegiate and professional sports, as well as pop culture.
Found, researched, fact-checked and wrote scripts
2013-03 -
2014-03
Address
Panama City, FL, 32404
Phone
****.******@*****.***
Copy editing
Excellent
Journalism
Excellent
Press releases
Excellent
Market research
Excellent
Proofreading
Excellent
Content creation
Excellent
Content marketing
for relevant topics in local and national news.
Built broadcast storylines to interest listeners and grow station audience.
Delivered exceptional programming to audience
members by always researching events and sports
personalities thoroughly.
Sports Editor
The Knoxville Journal, Knoxville, TN
Exerted complete editorial control over 10 articles per week, overseeing every aspect of the writing,
editing, and photographic elements
As a staff of one, built the sports section from the ground up, taking it from one on the outside looking in, to Knoxville's second-ranked newspaper outlet
within three months of accepting the position.
Pitched and developed new columns, consistently
increasing readership with proven sports and
reporting expertise.
Edited more than 10 pieces per week, carefully
checking content wording and facts.
Collaborated with graphics department to develop
and implement visual elements.
Revitalized community sports coverage by
increasing assignments and revamping quality
standards.
Delivered authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts, stats and predictions.
2007-03 -
2012-02
Media Coordinator
The First Tee, Saint Augustine, FL
Formulated and disseminated media collateral for
the World Golf Foundation initiative, articulating its mission of impacting the lives of young people by
promoting character-development and life-
enhancing values through the game of golf.
Handled external communications with media and
public relations professionals.
2003-01 -
2003-04
NFL Communications Intern
Jacksonville Jaguars, Jacksonville, FL
Synergized all print and online communications for 2002-07 -
2003-01
Excellent
Adobe Photoshop
Very Good
Leadership
Excellent
Team Management
Excellent
Cultural Awareness
Excellent
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent
Excellent Communication
Excellent
Teambuilding
Excellent
Problem-Solving
Excellent
MS Office
Excellent
Decision-Making
Excellent
Media kit preparation
Excellent
Research and due
diligence
Excellent
the professional football team during a season in
which it finished the AFC South Division in third
place.
Revitalized and polished Jaguars Game Day
magazine with top-notch feature coverage.
Wrote and distributed press releases and media
content for clients and company.
Built strong relationships with media outlets and
communications professionals to expand personal
network.
Sports Information Director/Intern
University Of South Florida Athletics, Tampa, FL
Under the mentorship of NFL Hall of Fame member
and former University of South Florida Director of Athletics, the late Lee Roy Selmon, synergized
communication efforts for the women's volleyball,
men's basketball, and football teams.
Compiled game summaries by reporting scores,
inputting team schedules and updating team and
individual statistics.
2001-01 -
2002-05
Assistant Sports Editor/Staff Writer
The Oracle, The University Of South Florida, Tampa, FL Reported/edited 5-8 stories per week for the USF
daily newspaper.
Delivered authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts, stats and predictions.
Edited more than 10 pieces per week, carefully
checking content wording and facts.
1999-08 -
2001-01
Communications Intern
Tampa Bay Lightning, Tampa, FL
Provided administrative support to senior team
members during one-month holiday internship.
Wrote and distributed press releases and media
content for clients and company.
Built strong relationships with media outlets and
communications professionals to expand personal
network.
Proofread and edited materials prepared by all staff to check and correct spelling, grammar and style.
2000-01 -
2000-02
Social media posts
Excellent
Media relations
Excellent
Communications support
Excellent
Marketing and sales
Very Good
Associated Press style
Excellent
PR strategy development
Very Good
Social media marketing
Good
Information gathering and
analysis
Excellent
Self-Motivated
Excellent
Flexible and Adaptable
Excellent
Planning and Coordination
Excellent
Written Communication
Excellent
Good Telephone Etiquette
Education
Master of Science: Sport Management
United States Sports Academy - Daphne, AL
2021-09 -
Current
Bachelor of Arts: Public And Cultural
Communication
University of South Florida - Tampa, FL
1999-08 -
2002-05
Excellent
Organization and Time
Management
Excellent
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