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Joanne Bethea

@joannebethea

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Passionate sports reporter with expertise in multimedia content creation.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to grow in sports media, focusing on storytelling and audience engagement.

As a dedicated sports reporter, I thrive on delivering compelling stories and engaging content across various platforms. Currently, I report on games for ESPN+, where I create and produce innovative content like the Walk-and-Talk series, connecting with audiences and enhancing their viewing experience.

My experience includes serving as a Sideline Reporter for the Southern Conference, where I reported live during basketball and baseball tournaments, conducting interviews with coaches and players to bring their stories to life. I also held the position of Director of Creative & Media Services for the Greenville Drive, managing social media accounts and delivering crucial information to the Upstate of South Carolina.

With a Bachelor of Arts in Sports Communication from Clemson University, I have honed my skills in reporting, editing, and creating engaging content. My background as a Photojournalist at Fox Carolina further solidified my ability to deliver breaking news and build relationships within the community.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Sports Reporter

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Coastal Carolina

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Reported on air for games on ESPN+. Created and produced new content for all social media platforms, including the Walk-and-Talk series.

Reporting Content Creation Social Media Management Video Production ESPN+

Sideline Reporter

Southern Conference

Mar 2025 - May 2025 (2 months)

Reported on air on ESPN+ for basketball and baseball tournaments. Conducted interviews with coaches and players, and connected with Sports Information Directors.

Sideline Reporting Interviewing Networking ESPN+

Director of Creative & Media Services

Greenville Drive

Mar 2022 - Oct 2022 (7 months)

Managed all Greenville Drive social media accounts and communicated stats, team, and player notes to media, scouts, and coaches on game days. Delivered information on upcoming events via e-blasts and social media.

Social Media Management Media Relations Content Creation Marketing Communication

Photojournalist

Fox Carolina

Jul 2021 - Mar 2022 (8 months)

Delivered breaking news to the Upstate of South Carolina and created relationships with community members. Created packages for morning and night shows, shot and edited high school football games, and conducted live shots.

News Reporting Video Editing Community Relations

Sideline Reporter/Anchor

Falmouth Commodores

Jun 2020 - Jul 2021 (1 year 1 month)

Wrote scripts for all shows and anchored the pregame show. Reported live during games, conducted interviews with players and coaches, and managed all social media accounts.

Script Writing Anchor Interviewing Social Media Management

Sports Intern

WSPA Channel 7

Jun 2018 - May 2021 (2 years 11 months)

Wrote scripts for the Friday night football show and reported on a variety of sporting events, including the Carolina Panthers training camp and the CFB National Championship. Shot and edited footage.

Script Writing Video Editing Journalism

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Clemson University

Bachelor of Arts, Sports Communication

2017 - 2021

Studied Sports Communication with a minor in Media Studies. Gained foundational knowledge in sports reporting, media production, and communication strategies.