TJ Mabardy
http://www.tjmabardyssportsmediaportfolio.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-mabardy/Cell: 978-621-8117 | tjmabardy2001@gmail.com | Address: 427 E 7th Street, South Boston, MA 02127
Objective
Passionate and adaptable sports media professional with experience in podcast hosting, sports journalism, and production. Seeking to contribute engaging content and dynamic storytelling to a reputable media organization. Proven leader who understands the importance of communication and is driven to get things done.
Education
Quinnipiac University, Hamden, CT
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism (GPA: 3.47)
Graduated May 2023
• Major: Journalism
• Minor: Sports Studies
Honors: Dean’s List Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Fall 2022
Skills
Sports Media: Audio/Video Editing, Production, Writing, Research, Sports Data Analysis, Story Pitching
Computer: Adobe Suite (InDesign, Premiere Pro, Audition, Photoshop), Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Canva, Spreaker, OBS, Slack, WordPress
General: Leadership, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Communication, Detail Oriented, Deadline Driven, Public Speaking
Experience
FanSided (September 2025-Present)
• Produce timely articles and opinion pieces covering Boston sports (Patriots, Celtics, Red Sox, Bruins) for Chowder & Champions
• Deliver in-depth analysis, breaking news reactions, and feature content tailored to a Boston sports audience
• Applied SEO strategies to optimize articles for search visibility and traffic growth
The Lead (November 2024-Present)
Sportswriter/Editor
• Content contributor for Celtics Lead and Patriots Lead
• Wrote and copy-edited 60+ articles on Boston and national sports
• Revised submissions from other writers to ensure clarity, accuracy, and AP Style compliance
• Collaborated with team members to develop joint content and story ideas
Sleeper (April 2025-Present)
Team Content Curator
• Manage and moderate a Celtics fan community with the Sleeper app and on X (formerly Twitter)
• Grew X following to 1,200+ through consistent brand-building and interactive fan engagement
• Produce daily multimedia content, including news updates, video highlights, real-time game analysis, and more
• Create graphics and other original content to generate fan engagement and discussion
Harvard University Athletics (August 2023-Present)
Broadcast Production Crew
• Operate cameras for live broadcasts of Harvard athletic events
• Trained in graphics operation, instant replay, and TriCaster video switching
• Assist with setup and breakdown of production equipment to ensure broadcast readiness
• Collect and input live data for use in videoboard and television graphics
GSMC Podcast Network (January 2024-October 2024)
GSMC Sports Podcast Host/Producer
• Hosted a daily live sports-talk show across multiple streaming platforms
• Produced and edited audio and video content for distribution on social channels
• Recorded and published over 1,300 long- and short-form videos
• Designed thumbnails and graphics to improve branding and audience engagement
• Researched trending sports topics and supporting data to deliver timely, analytical coverage
The Mabardy Demo Tapes (September 2023-Present)
Podcast Host/Producer
• Research current events in the sports arena for podcast content
• Study statistics, film, and articles to develop educated analysis to support podcast topics
• Use editing software to enhance audio quality
Project Purple, Seymour, CT
Blogging/Journalism Intern
January 2023-May 2023
• Researched various topics and stories to create blog content
• Interviewed people of interest for multimedia content
• Copy-edited blogs and other miscellaneous office projects
• Transcribed interviews and pre-recorded content
Activities
WQAQ (February 2020-April 2023)
On-Air Personality
• Co-hosted weekly sports-talk radio
• Prepared content for weekly topics
• Fall 2022 Sports Show of the Semester Award winner
Phi Gamma Delta
President (November 2021-June 2022)
• Organized and led chapter meetings
• Delegated fraternity responsibilities
• Managed the relationship between the chapter and Quinnipiac Interfraternity Council
Corresponding Secretary (December 2020-November 2021)
• Communicated between the local chapter and National Headquarters
Philanthropy Chair (January 2020-December 2020)
• Planned and organized philanthropy events
• Recognized as the leading fundraiser among the Quinnipiac community
• Collaborated with other Greek Life organizations