The Digital Rookie Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The Digital Rookie Podcast is your insight into the professional landscape of the Sports Digital Industry. Join me, Patrick Quay, in expanding your network on a global scale as I interview the people who have the career experiences we dream of. Whether you're just starting your career or looking for ways to grow your current one, this podcast is your opportunity to begin developing your understanding of sports marketing and what it takes to be successful.
In this episode I sit down with Chris Tetaz, Digital Media Coordinator at the Victorian Institute of Sport. The VIS are a government funded organisation that aids in the professional development for aspiring athletes here in Victoria, Australia.
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In this episode I chat with Mike Ridley, VP of Brand and Marketing at Inter Miami CF. Inter Miami CF are the newest club in North America's soccer league, the MLS. It is really interesting to hear about how Mike and his team approach developing the Inter Miami brand, adapting to the challenges of 2020 while also appealing to new fans and communities.
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Ever wondered what it would be like to work for one of the biggest sporting franchises in the world? Well wonder no longer! In this episode we return to the NBA with Sandro Gasparro, Director of Social Media at the LA Clippers. Sandro provides some amazing insight into his role at the Clippers, from how signing two of the NBA's best players impacted their digital communication strategy to the different initiatives the Clippers have built in order to adapt to the forever changing landscape that is 2020.
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In this week's episode I sit down with Matt Damon who works in Digital Communications at the AFL's Gold Coast Suns. Matt and I discuss some of the strategies his team have implemented in trying to grow the Suns' fan base. With Gold Coast being the newest team in the AFL, it's really interesting to hear about some of the ways their digital content team approach engaging new fans. Matt also has a really interesting story about how he got his opportunities in the sports industry, and hopefully you can take something from the perseverance and hard work that Matt has put into getting where he is today.
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In today's episode I sit down with Jake Stevens, the Digital Content Specialist at TLA Worldwide. TLA is a sports marketing and management agency based here in Melbourne. It was actually where I did my first internship during university and that's how I know Jake. Jake's journey into the sports industry is really interesting and you'll find he has some great advice for aspiring sports marketing and digital content creators.
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In this week's episode I sit down with Julian Wallace from the Carlton Football Club. Julian provides not only some great career tips for working in sports digital, but also has loads of really interesting things to say about the intricacies involved in engaging fans and the strategy Carlton utilises in order to build and maintain a loyal fan base.
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In this week's episode I sit down with Karen Ramming, head of social media for the Golden State Warriors. Not only is this one of the coolest jobs in the world from a sports fan's perspective, but as one of the biggest sporting brands in the world the Golden State Warriors have over 31 million followers across social media.
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Vice-President Brand Marketing at GSW: Amanda Chin
Senior Vice-President of Marketing at GSW: Jen Millet
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In today's episode I sit down with Jordan Rabinowitz from the Brooklyn Nets.
Jordan's role at the Nets comes with a lot of responsibility, particularly within the current political and social landscape. In our chat, we talk about his role in communicating messages of social and racial justice through the team's social platforms.
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In today's episode I sit down with Nicole Blackman from the NBA's Charlotte Hornets. Nicole's role as head of Innovation and E-Sports meant she played a pivotal role in the development of Charlotte's new 2K League team, Hornets Venom GT.
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Having a strong professional network is a huge asset as a prospect employee. It can help you on the job, and help you get a job.
Letisha Dall from the VRC sits down with me to discuss some strategies for building and maintaining a strong professional network.
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Today's episode is with Digital Content Producer from AFL Club Collingwood Football Club, Tom Robertson. Tom provides great insight into life working at an AFL club in social media, and advice for building your own career in sport digital.
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Today's episode of the Digital Rookie Podcast is with Trishan Naidoo from the AFL. Trishan has years of experiences in digital marketing strategy, an expert in paid media and performance marketing.
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A special episode today with Reuben Williams as we chat about his career so far and his passion for helping people create and develop careers in sports business.
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Rhiannon Clohesy sat down with me to chat about her time as Fan Engagement and Marketing Manager at The Western Bulldogs.
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In Part 2 of my chat with Luca Gonano we discuss his experience as Carlton Football Club's Head of Media and the intricacies of working at an AFL Club.
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Today's episode of the podcast is with 3AW's Luca Gonano where we chat about working in the radio, the challenges and what it takes to have a successful career in the industry.
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This is Part 2 of my chat with Fox Sports Senior Reporter Tom Morris. In this part we chat about what it is like working as a sports media journalist and the intricacies, challenges and awesome experiences that come with the job.
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In today's episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Fox Sports Senior Reporter Tom Morris about how he went about starting his career in sports media and journalism. This is the part 1 of this episode so make sure to stay tuned for part 2 coming in the next couple of days!
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On today's episode I'm chatting with Scott Walton. Scott is a social media marketing manager at the Victorian Racing Club in Flemington, Melbourne and provides really great insights into how he has developed his career by gaining industry experience across a variety of sports and organisations.
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This episode is with my good friend Jacob Arnott. Jacob has always been passionate about the sports marketing industry, as reflected in his already extensive experience despite being only 21 years old.
Listen in to find out about how Jacob has developed his career from a young age using project based learning and being proactive in finding new opportunities
The first episode of The Digital Rookie Podcast!
Evan Singer joins me today to talk about his professional career and the techniques and strategies he has used to create opportunities and bridge that gap to become a sports business professional. Evan's experience at major companies such as Uber and The NFL have taught him really valuable lessons that he shares on today's podcast.
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