Brandon Sans

Experience

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  The Seahawk

  May 2016 - Jan 2018

  • Assistant Sports Editor

    Aug 2017 - Jan 2018

  • Staff Writer

    Aug 2016 - Aug 2017

  • Contributing Writer

    May 2016 - Aug 2016
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  Walt Disney World

  Jan 2018 - May 2018

  Cast Member

  o Adhered to Disney’s Four Keys: Safety, Courtesy, Show, and Efficiencyo Created and maintain positive visual appearance of the parko Provided exceptional guest service in high leverage situationso Communicated with Cast Members to ensure a safe, family-friendly environment for all guests

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  The Seahawk

  May 2018 - May 2019

  Sports Editor

  o Provided extensive coverage on UNCW sports through attendance of all home and select away games o Organized weekly content assignments for sports staff and contributing writers o Ensured a writer and photographer was present at all UNCW home gameso Edited all stories and photo galleries on The Seahawk’s website and digital platformso Authored several feature human interest stories surrounding UNCW’s student-athletes, coaches, and fans.

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  University of North Carolina at Wilmington

  May 2018 - May 2019

  o Worked to assist in the establishment of inventory systemso Responsible for the cleanliness and organization of two HRL warehouseso Utilized the Work Order system to assist in driving the day to day operationso Assisted the maintenance supervisor in maintaining accurate records o Crafted detailed press releases for UNCW news and events on campuso Connected with the UNCW community to write “WE ARE” stories, a platform designed to showcase the talented and dedicated individuals within the Seahawk community of yesterday and todayo Revised UNCW recruitment documents for high school and transfer students o Participated in UNCW brand meetings to determine marketing campaign for upcoming school year

  • Student Inventory Assistant

    Mar 2017 - May 2019

  • OUR Communications Intern

    May 2018 - Aug 2018
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  The Topps Company

  May 2019 - Oct 2019

  Witness Representative

  o Established relationship with players and agents to ensure quick turnaround to Toppso Certified card authenticity, condition, and packaging for Topps card distributiono Adapted to changing landscapes of professional athletes in season's scheduleso Traveled to attend card signing meetings between players

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  University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

  Jun 2019 - Jul 2019

  Athletics Intern

  o Partnered with other interns on student-athlete alumni campaign projects including an alumni-support website, marketing posters, and video conceptso Examined pros and cons of technology other organizations and departments implemented into their gameday experienceso Designed a Tom Fazio-inspired poster for a fundraising event o Attended weekly informational meetings regarding the role of each staff within an athletic department

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  University of North Carolina at Wilmington

  Aug 2019 - Jun 2021

  Athletic Communications Intern

  o Called game stats for men’s/women’s soccer and volleyball programs via NCAA LiveStatso Represented University at away games with men’s soccer and women’s basketball programs o Produced AP-style pregame and postgame stories for multiple athletic programs along with several feature length pieces significant detailing student-athlete accomplishments for the SIDEARM sports websiteo Designed gameday and marketing graphics, videos, and photos using BoxOut and PhotoShop softwareo Managed Twitter handles for several fall and winter athletic programso Photographed sports including men’s basketball, women’s golf, men’s soccer, and baseball Show less

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  Panera Bread

  Feb 2020 - May 2021

  Cashier

  o Maintained clean workstations to ensure a healthy environment for all guests and employeeso Offered a customer-experienced through food ordering, prepping, packaging, and deliveryo Oversaw dining room procedures including curbside and rapid pick-up options, drink and coffee stations, table cleanliness, and dish pickupo Complied with updated sanitation and social distancing procedures during coronavirus conditionso Prepped and closed bakery and dining room, ensuring proper display, sanitation of equipment, and efficient food delivery Show less

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  University of North Carolina Wilmington

  Jul 2022 - now

  Assistant Director of Athletic Communications