Christopher J. Speziale
christopher.speziale@gmail.com ♦ @cspezyrun
Work History
North County News, Westchester, New York
Sports Reporter, (October ’10-present)
- Write articles for weekly regional newspaper
- Content provided for newspaper is also used online at www.ncnlocal.com
- Conduct player and coach interviews after games
- Take photos for use on website in conjunction with article
- Articles range between 500 and 800 words
Cape League On-Deck, Yarmouth, Massachusetts
Field Reporter/Content Provider, (June ’10-July ’10)
- Brainstorm story ideas with show creator/host Katy Fitzpatrick
- Set up interviews with persons targeted for each episode
- Set up and breakdown of all audio and video equipment on location
- Film and conduct interviews/Create voiceovers to complete each package/Edit each package
Hyannis Harbor Hawks, Cape Cod Baseball League, Hyannis, Massachusetts
Media Coordinator, (May ’10-August ’10)
- In charge of technical setup and take down of all broadcasting equipment
- Announced play-by-play calls for all plays in innings 1-3 and 7-9
- Analyzed and provided color commentary for all plays in innings 4-6
- Recorded commercial copy for broadcast and the stadium’s public address
- In charge of communication with broadcast partners at EZStream.com
- Created and updated stat sheets for distribution at every home game
- Updated teams Twitter account
- Wrote game stories for the team website www.harborhawks.org
- Conducted player and coach interviews before every game, and after every win
ChrisSpez.com, Astoria, New York
Creator/Writer/Content Provider, (October ’09-present)
- Create content for website
- Update website using WordPress
- Post new content relevant to fan experience and general sports knowledge
- Typically update 2-3 times per week
- Conduct research pertaining to content
- Manage reader comments and reply when necessary
Molloy College, Rockville Centre, New York
Assistant Director of Broadcasting, (August ’09-present)
- Retrieve starting lineups and player name pronunciations
- Announce starting lineups and NCAA sportsmanship announcements
- Update fans on score and players involved in each play
- Make special announcements for the stadium including sponsorship copy
- Currently working public address for Volleyball, Soccer and Men’s Basketball (will work Softball and Baseball in the spring)
- Analyze plays and games for Women’s basketball, critique performances and coaching decisions
- Help with setup and takedown of equipment used for announcing
Harwich Mariners, Cape Cod Baseball League, Harwich, Massachusetts
Play-by-Play Announcer/Color Commentator, (June ’09-August ’09)
- In charge of technical setup and take down of all broadcasting equipment
- Researched player statistics and bio’s for every player in the league
- Analyzed and provided color commentary to all plays in innings 1-3 and 7-9
- Announced play-by-play calls for all plays in innings 4-6
- Read copy between innings in place of recorded commercials
Rapscallion Theatre Collective, Astoria, New York
Communications Director, (March ’07 – November ’08)
- Managed email correspondence to mailing lists and company members
- Served as stage manager and technical consultant for multiple productions
- Served as lead producer on production of “A Quiet End”
- Supervisory role on all marketing and publicity material
- Handled production finances
- Managed maintenance and updates of website
Broadway.com/Theatre Direct International, New York, New York
Group Sales Consultant (March ’05 – April ’09)
- Managed client information (Phone, fax and email updates/invoicing)
- Answered phones as part of a queue system
- Input group orders into Tango and Star ticketing systems
- Sent correspondence regarding late payments and payment reminders
- Developed relationships with Broadway theatre box office staffs
- Handled complaints and managed client expectations
- Totaled more than $5 Million in annual sales for largest Broadway group ticket sales company in New York
WCWP/88.1 FM, Brookville, New York
Radio Host/Disc Jockey, (September ’00 – May ’01)
- Solo radio host for Monday night programming 8PM-9PM
- Created programming and content for Monday night broadcasts
- Managed public address system
- Answered calls from listeners
Education
Hofstra University, Hempstead, New York (August ’09) Summer Sportscasting Institute for Adults (Instructors include Ed Ingles, Len Berman, John Discepolo, Barry Landers, Tracy Wolfson, John Martin, Fred Coleman, Matt Shortis, Ralph Bednarcyk, and Matt Griess)
Long Island University/C.W. Post Campus, Brookville, New York (May ’04) Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre, Acting Concentration (Voice/Speech instructors include Maria Porter, Jennifer Danby, and Laura Flanagan.) Performance resume available upon request.
Additional Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, Internet Navigation, Twitter, Facebook, MySpace, Tango Ticket System, Star Shubert System, Exceptional Sports Knowledge, Working Knowledge of Technical Theatre (Lighting and Sound Systems)
Take a look at some of my demos!