CREATIV SPORTS PODCAST
240 episodes - English - Latest episode: 30 days ago -Are you in the creative sports industry? Join us for weekly chats and different perspectives in the sports production and creative industry. From technical to creative, process to equipment, we're here to talk shop, and learn something along the way!
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S2 Ep6: How to be proactive on social with Nilay Shah • New York Giants
December 12, 2022 11:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBNilay Shah is the SVP of Marketing and Brand Strategy for the New York Football Giants. He got his start with the team as an intern and has since helped guide the brand to becoming a digital first operation. He believes that planning, preparation, and data are essential to success on social! NY Giants YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NewYorkGiants LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nilay-shah-623ab5188
S2 Ep5: Accountability is Everything with Kaila Pettis • FC Cincinnati
December 05, 2022 11:45 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBKaila Pettis unleashes wisdom on us today. As someone who started out drawing on shoes, she has worked her way into a leadership role with FC Cincinnati. We talk about building a team, advocating for creative, and how to establish a culture of growth. Lckrroom: https://lckrroom.com/ Socials: @kpology1
S2 Ep4: Leverage Your Creative Fanbase with Matt Lange • Freelance
November 28, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBMatt Lange is joining us today to talk about his journey from Rustin, Louisiana to becoming a full-time freelancer. You’ve seen his work as a graphic designer, but that’s not how it started. He’s seen it all after getting out of sports, reentering, and breaking out on his own...and he has stories for it all! Site: http://www.mattlange.com/ Twitter: @mattjlange
S2 Ep3: Make the most of your shot with Amanda J. Cain • San Jose Sharks
November 21, 2022 11:00 - 53 minutes - 49.7 MBAmanda J Cain is joining us on this episode to talk about her path to the NHL. As the first black photographer in the league, she talks about the importance of creating opportunities for women photographers, and how her mindset has shifted to building a program just as much as getting the shot! Link to AJC's work: https://amandajcain.photoshelter.com/index
S2 Ep2: Mixed Media Journey with Paige Dall • Freelance Motion Designer
November 14, 2022 11:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBPaige Dall considers herself a multimedia designer. She brings together many skills to produce creative content. We discuss how she ended up in sports, how her family has changed her priorities, and how she finds the balance between process and free flowing creativity. Paige Vimeo portfolio: https://vimeo.com/paigedall Cub studio: https://www.cubstudio.com/
S2 Ep1: We're Back with SCC News with Matt Desmond • Ep 82
November 07, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBWhat up, what up! Excited to relaunch the podcast with some new wrinkles, and exciting news. Matt Desmond joins the four of us to talk about how the sports creative community will be impacted by this news, and what the community can expect going forward. Following that news, the four of us catch up about the last 6 months, and what we've been up to!
81: Outline Your Non-Negotiables with Laura "LJ" Johnson • 49ers
April 18, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBIt's common to work long hours and many days without time off while working in sports. LJ is a seasoned vet who has worked her way up from pee wee community leagues to the Super Bowl. She helped open the stadium in Phoenix, worked as a freelancer with Van Wagner, and is now with the 49ers. She takes PTO to freelance and work with other teams and venues to make new teammates and keep her skills sharp. We dive into work-life balance, the power of speaking up, and making sure you take care...
S1 Ep81: Outline Your Non-Negotiables with Laura "LJ" Johnson • 49ers
April 18, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBIt's common to work long hours and many days without time off while working in sports. LJ is a seasoned vet who has worked her way up from pee wee community leagues to the Super Bowl. She helped open the stadium in Phoenix, worked as a freelancer with Van Wagner, and is now with the 49ers. She takes PTO to freelance and work with other teams and venues to make new teammates and keep her skills sharp. We dive into work-life balance, the power of speaking up, and making sure you take care...
80: Write Your Own History with Cindy Robinson • ESPN
March 07, 2022 14:06 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBFrom former track athlete to social media star. She spent time in the NFL and Bleacher Report and is now with ESPN working to amplify women's sports.
S1 Ep80: Write Your Own History with Cindy Robinson • ESPN
March 07, 2022 14:06 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBFrom former track athlete to social media star. She spent time in the NFL and Bleacher Report and is now with ESPN working to amplify women's sports.
S1 Ep79: Developing your shot with NFL Photogs
February 28, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBDarrias is joined by all 5 of the NFL's black photogs to talk about their path, and how they capture content on the sidelines and in the community. Links to work: Kam Nedd (Jaguars): https://www.instagram.com/thecomeupkam/ Callena Williams (Cowboys): https://www.callenamwphoto.com https://instagram.com/callenamwilliams?utm_medium=copy_link https://instagram.com/dallascowboysunited?utm_medium=copy_link Brevin Townsell (Rams): https://www.instagram.com/p/CY-xASpLe3j/ https://www.in...
79: Developing your shot with NFL Photogs
February 28, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBDarrias is joined by all 5 of the NFL's black photogs to talk about their path, and how they capture content on the sidelines and in the community. Links to work: Kam Nedd (Jaguars): https://www.instagram.com/thecomeupkam/ Callena Williams (Cowboys): https://www.callenamwphoto.com https://instagram.com/callenamwilliams?utm_medium=copy_link https://instagram.com/dallascowboysunited?utm_medium=copy_link Brevin Townsell (Rams): https://www.instagram.com/p/CY-xASpLe3j/ https://www.in...
78: Tweeting Your Way To The Top with Zenobia Winbush • Dallas Cowboys
February 14, 2022 11:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBIt's Black History Month, and we're continuing to spotlight black creatives. Zenobia Winbush is a Social Media Graphic Designer for the Dallas Cowboys. Pre-pandemic, Zenobia wouldn't have anticipated her current path, but as her journey unfolded and new opportunities presented themselves, this former athlete made the most of them, and found her confidence and style along the way. Links to work: Behance https://www.behance.net/zenobiawinbd10 Twitter: Zenobia1525 IG: Zenobia25
S1 Ep78: Tweeting Your Way To The Top with Zenobia Winbush • Dallas Cowboys
February 14, 2022 11:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBIt's Black History Month, and we're continuing to spotlight black creatives. Zenobia Winbush is a Social Media Graphic Designer for the Dallas Cowboys. Pre-pandemic, Zenobia wouldn't have anticipated her current path, but as her journey unfolded and new opportunities presented themselves, this former athlete made the most of them, and found her confidence and style along the way. Links to work: Behance https://www.behance.net/zenobiawinbd10 Twitter: Zenobia1525 IG: Zenobia25
77: Get your reps and improve daily with Alex Grant • Carolina Panthers
February 07, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBDarrias Thomas is taking the reigns this month to shine a spotlight on black creatives in the industry. Up first is Alex Grant, digital video manager with the Carolina Panthers. This conversation spans his experience at the real USC, progress being made in the industry, and how to build your brand on social while being a team player. Links to work: https://www.instagram.com/p/CZnrNAHN5wt/?utm_medium=copy_linkhttps://www.instagram.com/tv/CXzwZQiF0Le/?utm_medium=copy_linkhttps://twitter.com...
S1 Ep77: Get your reps and improve daily with Alex Grant • Carolina Panthers
February 07, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBDarrias Thomas is taking the reigns this month to shine a spotlight on black creatives in the industry. Up first is Alex Grant, digital video manager with the Carolina Panthers. This conversation spans his experience at the real USC, progress being made in the industry, and how to build your brand on social while being a team player. Links to work: https://www.instagram.com/p/CZnrNAHN5wt/?utm_medium=copy_linkhttps://www.instagram.com/tv/CXzwZQiF0Le/?utm_medium=copy_linkhttps://twitter.com...
76: Think outside a smaller box with Super Bowl Designer Mollie Wilkie • Hasbro
February 03, 2022 11:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBMollie Wilkie has led highly effective teams creating disruptive integrated marketing campaigns for high-end brands like Whole Foods and the NFL. She is now the Senior Creative Director for Nerf and sports action with Hasbro. She likes smart design, bad puns, and sexy type. Link to work: mswilkie.com
S1 Ep76: Think outside a smaller box with Super Bowl Designer Mollie Wilkie • Hasbro
February 03, 2022 11:00 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBMollie Wilkie has led highly effective teams creating disruptive integrated marketing campaigns for high-end brands like Whole Foods and the NFL. She is now the Senior Creative Director for Nerf and sports action with Hasbro. She likes smart design, bad puns, and sexy type. Link to work: mswilkie.com
75: Is your work original or derivative? with Simon Dixon • DixonBaxi
January 31, 2022 11:00 - 52 minutes - 48 MBBe Brave. Today's episode is intended to be a creative pep talk. Simon, Aporva, and the team at DixonBaxi are a prime example that you can do great work by having a point of view, stand for something you believe in, and share your process with the community. Their "Be Brave." motto is a living breathing rallying cry for believing in yourself and the creativity you bring to the world. Tw: @DixonBaxi IG: @DixonBaxi Simon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonsdixon/ Site: https://...
S1 Ep75: Is your work original or derivative? with Simon Dixon • DixonBaxi
January 31, 2022 11:00 - 52 minutes - 48 MBBe Brave. Today's episode is intended to be a creative pep talk. Simon, Aporva, and the team at DixonBaxi are a prime example that you can do great work by having a point of view, stand for something you believe in, and share your process with the community. Their "Be Brave." motto is a living breathing rallying cry for believing in yourself and the creativity you bring to the world. Tw: @DixonBaxi IG: @DixonBaxi Simon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonsdixon/ Site: https://...
74: Cutting a promo using Heroes and Villains with Andrew Abrams • Vegas Golden Knights
December 13, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45 MBAndrew Abrams found his way into this industry through networking. Every step of the way was because of a connection. He’s currently with the Vegas Golden Knights, and we dive into what it takes to bring creativity and technology together to deliver a Vegas worthy show on the ice! Links to content: Kraken Open https://youtu.be/lRmLax5r__s Western conference 2018 Jet Open https://youtu.be/domicsoBjjs 2021 Semifinals Open https://youtu.be/Yv6ZeW3GbEA
S1 Ep74: Cutting a promo using Heroes and Villains with Andrew Abrams • Vegas Golden Knights
December 13, 2021 11:00 - 49 minutes - 45 MBAndrew Abrams found his way into this industry through networking. Every step of the way was because of a connection. He’s currently with the Vegas Golden Knights, and we dive into what it takes to bring creativity and technology together to deliver a Vegas worthy show on the ice! Links to content: Kraken Open https://youtu.be/lRmLax5r__s Western conference 2018 Jet Open https://youtu.be/domicsoBjjs 2021 Semifinals Open https://youtu.be/Yv6ZeW3GbEA
73: The Youth Movement with Benard Worrell • Overtime
December 06, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBChanging expectations and meeting fans where they are. Overtime is making a name for themselves in the industry by catering to their audience of young fans. So, what does the future look like? Today, we have Overtime Executive Producer Benard Worrell here to help us understand the youth movement. Links to work: Views from the O: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4dmpP8vQA3C31RbxuQlhbQ Overtime Elite site: https://www.overtimeelite.com/ Overtime on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/overt...
S1 Ep73: The Youth Movement with Benard Worrell • Overtime
December 06, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBChanging expectations and meeting fans where they are. Overtime is making a name for themselves in the industry by catering to their audience of young fans. So, what does the future look like? Today, we have Overtime Executive Producer Benard Worrell here to help us understand the youth movement. Links to work: Views from the O: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4dmpP8vQA3C31RbxuQlhbQ Overtime Elite site: https://www.overtimeelite.com/ Overtime on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/overt...
72: Technology Changing Experience with Diane Gonzalez-Ferranti • Daktronics
November 29, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBScreens are everywhere from Times Square to in-venue. Diane Gonzalez-Feranti recently joined Daktronics after a couple decades with the Pistons. We explore the new opportunities she see’s for sports to extend beyond the current in-bowl experience and open new doors using technology.
S1 Ep72: Technology Changing Experience with Diane Gonzalez-Ferranti • Daktronics
November 29, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBScreens are everywhere from Times Square to in-venue. Diane Gonzalez-Feranti recently joined Daktronics after a couple decades with the Pistons. We explore the new opportunities she see’s for sports to extend beyond the current in-bowl experience and open new doors using technology.
71: Wanted or NOT, facing feedback
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MBIt's been some time since the three of us have been on a recording in some time. We caught up about travel, working conditions, supporting other creatives, and how to improve feedback when both giving and receiving.
S1 Ep71: Wanted or NOT, facing feedback
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MBIt's been some time since the three of us have been on a recording in some time. We caught up about travel, working conditions, supporting other creatives, and how to improve feedback when both giving and receiving.
70: Starting Social from Scratch with Jess Smith • Stewart-Haas Racing
November 15, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBImagine being asked to redesign a web site, or start tweeting for a brand early in your career. Jess Smith says these opportunities started her down the digital path to where she is today as the Head of Digital & Brand Strategy at Stewart-Haas racing. How would you begin to define digital strategy at a brand if you had a clean slate today? We explore the differences between working for a team vs agency, how sponsorship differs in the racing world, and the challenges of figuring things out ...
S1 Ep70: Starting Social from Scratch with Jess Smith • Stewart-Haas Racing
November 15, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBImagine being asked to redesign a web site, or start tweeting for a brand early in your career. Jess Smith says these opportunities started her down the digital path to where she is today as the Head of Digital & Brand Strategy at Stewart-Haas racing. How would you begin to define digital strategy at a brand if you had a clean slate today? We explore the differences between working for a team vs agency, how sponsorship differs in the racing world, and the challenges of figuring things out ...
S1 Ep69: Running towards opportunities with Juwan Bush • Sporting KC
November 01, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBFrom former track athlete to gimbal runs, and college to the pros, Juwan Bush is here to share his journey. We’re diving into his background as an Army kid, and how that helps him today, and what to do when you need to bet on yourself and fund your own opportunities! Links: https://twitter.com/sportingkc?s=21
69: Running towards opportunities with Juwan Bush • Sporting KC
November 01, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBFrom former track athlete to gimbal runs, and college to the pros, Juwan Bush is here to share his journey. We’re diving into his background as an Army kid, and how that helps him today, and what to do when you need to bet on yourself and fund your own opportunities! Links: https://twitter.com/sportingkc?s=21
S1 Ep68: Get your program; Race day realities with Emily Shepard • Churchill Downs
October 25, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBWhat’s it like to work at a horse racing complex that is steeped in tradition and pageantry? Joining us today is Emily Shepard, Director of Design & Creative at Churchill Downs is here to share her experience in sports versus corporate, making last minute changes, and how to use race day to source fan feedback. Links to work: Portfolio: https://emilyfshepard.myportfolio.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyfshepard/
68: Get your program; Race day realities with Emily Shepard • Churchill Downs
October 25, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBWhat’s it like to work at a horse racing complex that is steeped in tradition and pageantry? Joining us today is Emily Shepard, Director of Design & Creative at Churchill Downs is here to share her experience in sports versus corporate, making last minute changes, and how to use race day to source fan feedback. Links to work: Portfolio: https://emilyfshepard.myportfolio.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyfshepard/
S1 Ep67: Primetime Olympics with Zack Millican • Freelance
October 18, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBWould you like to work in prime time with the whole world watching? Zack Millican has worked his way up to the Olympics with NBC. He builds graphics packages, and we learn how he got his foot in the door and took advantage of opportunities he was presented. We talk process of pulling ideas out of an executives head, getting a project from Photoshop to live broadcast, and the differences between building a package from start to finish versus taking creative and building out the thousands ...
67: Primetime Olympics with Zack Millican • Freelance
October 18, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBWould you like to work in prime time with the whole world watching? Zack Millican has worked his way up to the Olympics with NBC. He builds graphics packages, and we learn how he got his foot in the door and took advantage of opportunities he was presented. We talk process of pulling ideas out of an executives head, getting a project from Photoshop to live broadcast, and the differences between building a package from start to finish versus taking creative and building out the thousands ...
S1 Ep66: Wayfinding the future of sports design with Insung Kim • Atlanta Braves
October 11, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBWhat does the future of sports design look like? Today’s guest is Insung Kim, Senior Creative Director with the Atlanta Braves. He’s going to help us hit the road and do some wayfinding as we explore architecture, environmental design, and how we can develop ideas for fresh content. Instagram: Instagram.com/izziro Twitter: twitter.com/izziro LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/insung-kim-3698557b
66: Wayfinding the future of sports design with Insung Kim • Atlanta Braves
October 11, 2021 10:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBWhat does the future of sports design look like? Today’s guest is Insung Kim, Senior Creative Director with the Atlanta Braves. He’s going to help us hit the road and do some wayfinding as we explore architecture, environmental design, and how we can develop ideas for fresh content. Instagram: Instagram.com/izziro Twitter: twitter.com/izziro LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/insung-kim-3698557b
S1 Ep65: Gameday Photo Processes and The Joy of an All-Access Pass with Zach Tarrant • Houston Texans
October 04, 2021 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBFrom kids to sports and living coast-to-coast, photographer Zach Tarrant has captured life for a living. We learn about his art school background, how he's able to capture authentic athlete images, and the art of making a good frame.
65: Gameday Photo Processes and The Joy of an All-Access Pass with Zach Tarrant • Houston Texans
October 04, 2021 10:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBFrom kids to sports and living coast-to-coast, photographer Zach Tarrant has captured life for a living. We learn about his art school background, how he's able to capture authentic athlete images, and the art of making a good frame.
S1 Ep64: Creative Business matters with Kris Dehnert • Dugout Mugs
September 27, 2021 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBToday, we're talking about business. How to develop and grow an audience, and create new opportunities while calculating risk. This conversation dives into the background of Dugout Mugs, how they built their brand.
64: Creative Business matters with Kris Dehnert • Dugout Mugs
September 27, 2021 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBToday, we're talking about business. How to develop and grow an audience, and create new opportunities while calculating risk. This conversation dives into the background of Dugout Mugs, how they built their brand.
S1 Ep63: Finding your Voice and Learning to Lead with Eichel Davis • University of Cincinnati
September 20, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBWhat are your goals and ambitions and who do you aspire to be? Today's guest Eichel Davis wants to break into uncharted territory and he's well on his way. The newly appointed Director of Creative Video at Cincinnati, Eichel shares his vision for the future and maybe he'll get you to rethink yours. Links to work: Let It Fly Football series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtlIaAxXkI0&list=PLb1kZJkTiqwWa9jUELeTAp66mi8k3nR6X https://www.behance.net/EichelDavis https://twitter.com/EichelGDa...
63: Finding your Voice and Learning to Lead with Eichel Davis • University of Cincinnati
September 20, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBWhat are your goals and ambitions and who do you aspire to be? Today's guest Eichel Davis wants to break into uncharted territory and he's well on his way. The newly appointed Director of Creative Video at Cincinnati, Eichel shares his vision for the future and maybe he'll get you to rethink yours. Links to work: Let It Fly Football series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtlIaAxXkI0&list=PLb1kZJkTiqwWa9jUELeTAp66mi8k3nR6X https://www.behance.net/EichelDavis https://twitter.com/EichelGDa...
62: Different team, same roster - Creative in the agency world with Michaiah Smith • CAA
September 13, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBWe’ve talked about working directly with athletes before, but what is it like to work with agents and high profile football clients? Today, we have CAA Football Director of Video Michaiah Smith to help us understand his role in adding value to players on the CAA roster. CAA Football Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caa_football/ CAA Football 2021 Class announcement video - https://youtu.be/VKQ_3SSYPaQ CAA Football Trey Lance NFL Draft Announcement: https://www.instagram.com/p/CORTxfVB...
S1 Ep62: Different team, same roster - Creative in the agency world with Michaiah Smith • CAA
September 13, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBWe’ve talked about working directly with athletes before, but what is it like to work with agents and high profile football clients? Today, we have CAA Football Director of Video Michaiah Smith to help us understand his role in adding value to players on the CAA roster. CAA Football Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caa_football/ CAA Football 2021 Class announcement video - https://youtu.be/VKQ_3SSYPaQ CAA Football Trey Lance NFL Draft Announcement: https://www.instagram.com/p/CORTxfVB...
S1 Ep61: Don't make the same mistake twice with John Dickinson • BorisFX
September 06, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBIf you’re looking to improve your work habits, and bring motion design into your work, you’re in for a treat today! John Dickinson is the Director of Motion Graphics with BorisFX. This conversation isn’t about focusing on the tools, it’s about utilizing what’s at your disposal to learn, grow, and make great work! You can find John here: Site: https://www.johndickinson.net/ Twitter: @motionworks BorisFX: https://borisfx.com/
61: Don't make the same mistake twice with John Dickinson • BorisFX
September 06, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBIf you’re looking to improve your work habits, and bring motion design into your work, you’re in for a treat today! John Dickinson is the Director of Motion Graphics with BorisFX. This conversation isn’t about focusing on the tools, it’s about utilizing what’s at your disposal to learn, grow, and make great work! You can find John here: Site: https://www.johndickinson.net/ Twitter: @motionworks BorisFX: https://borisfx.com/
S1 Ep60: Advancing storylines with motion + VFX with Justin Law • South Carolina
August 02, 2021 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBJustin Law has made a name for himself around college football with his motion and VFX integrated content. But, what if I told you he went to school for biology? Becoming a content creator wasn’t necessarily in his plans. Hopefully what you hear in this episode will inspire you to keep working towards what you enjoy doing! Links to work: Reel from my first year at SC: https://vimeo.com/517976738 Sandstorm VFX piece: https://vimeo.com/491628477 Jaycee Horn Draft Hype: https://vimeo.com/54...
60: Advancing storylines with motion + VFX with Justin Law • South Carolina
August 02, 2021 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBJustin Law has made a name for himself around college football with his motion and VFX integrated content. But, what if I told you he went to school for biology? Becoming a content creator wasn’t necessarily in his plans. Hopefully what you hear in this episode will inspire you to keep working towards what you enjoy doing! Links to work: Reel from my first year at SC: https://vimeo.com/517976738 Sandstorm VFX piece: https://vimeo.com/491628477 Jaycee Horn Draft Hype: https://vimeo.com/54...