MICHAEL RICCI

 

3412 East 26th Street ♦ Minneapolis, MN 55406 ♦ 612-867-3098 ♦ mikericci.iii@gmail.com

 

 

Media and Broadcasting Professional

 

Over six years of experience in communications, broadcasting, and new media production combined with a four-year degree in communications. Specialized expertise in sports video and media production development. Proven record of successfully managing and producing collegiate sports new media.

 

Key Competencies

 

Communications ♦ Sports Media ♦ Video Production ♦ Sports Journalism

Sports Broadcasting ♦ Digital Media ♦ Radio Broadcasting ♦ Sporting Events ♦ Television

E-marketing ♦ Public Relations ♦ Project Management ♦ Voiceovers

 

In-Game Arena Host for University of Minnesota Women’s Hockey

Public Address Announcer for High School Sports Teams and University of Minnesota “M” Club Hall of Fame

 

 

Education & Training

 

2013 – Bachelor of Arts, Communications

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

 

2007– Associates of Applied Science, Radio Broadcasting

Brown College

 

2007- On Air Intern (Powertrip Morning Show)

KFAN (100.3 KFAN, Twin Cities)

 

2006- Promotions/Morning Show Intern

93X (KXXR 93.7 FM, Twin Cities)

 

 

 

 

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, Access, Publisher, and Movie Maker) ♦ Adobe Software Suite (Premiere, Audition, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, and Photoshop) ♦ Final Cut Pro ♦ Sony Vegas

HTML ♦ Voiceover Talent

 

 

Experience

 

 

Fresh Color Press

Project Manager, New Business Development                                                                                               November 2014 - Present

 

▪          Managed digital printing and direct marketing projects for this leader in short-turn printing solutions

▪          Worked closely with clients and the production department on projects from inception to completion

▪          Identified and established new accounts with major clients such as Wells Fargo and HealthPartners

▪          Switched positions from New Business Development to Project Manager due to company’s internal need.

 

 

University of Minnesota, Golden Gophers Football Team

Freelance Media Consultant                                                                                                                                   November 2014 - Present

Director of Recruiting Media                                                                                                               September 2013 – November 2014

Recruiting Assistant              July 2010 – September 2013

 

▪          Created, designed, and maintain the football program’s recruiting site, GopherGridiron.com as well as developed and maintain associated social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, resulting in over 7000+ new followers

▪          Write articles including feature stories, interviews, and blog posts relating to Gopher Football for Play4Brew.com, GopherSports.com, and GopherGridiron.com as well as contribute and develop video content and photographs on all sites

▪          Worked with the Recruiting Coordinator to design and storyboard a first of its kind mobile app to accompany the GopherGridiron.com website

▪          Developed and planned a 18 month recruiting project calendar and social media plan to send correspondence to potential high school football recruits

▪          Responsible for hiring and managing additional photographers and videographers on game days

 

Metropolitan Mosquito Control

Inspector                                                                                                     April 2009 – June 2010

 

▪          Educated the public about the spread and prevention of mosquito borne diseases and illnesses through public outreach and demonstrations at local fairs and events

▪          Responsible for the treatment of mosquito breeding sites throughout urban and rural areas in the Twin Cities area

 

 

Fresh Color Press

Production Assistant                                                                                                                            September 2008 – February 2009

 

▪          Assisted in the management of print production and binding jobs for this Twin Cities leader in fast-turn digital color printing

▪          Responsible for book binding ,printing, laminating, and shipping  of print jobs

 

 

Hastings Community Television (HCTV14)

Sports Director                                                                                                                                                                  July 2007 – July 2008

 

▪          Responsible for developing and producing local sports related television shows covering sporting events and human interest stories for the regional Emmy winning Hastings Community Television channel, HCTV14

▪          Created and produced a weekly “Sports Report” segment involving interviews with local sports coaches and players, including an interview with a National Football League (NFL) player

▪          Served as a play-by-play announcer for over 75 different sporting events

 

 

Awards & Associations

 

Presented with University of Minnesota Football Game Ball in 2011, 2012, and 2013 for Outstanding Service

National Association of Sports Public Address Announcers (NASPAA)