RESUME

Matthew Sheremeta | Multimedia Journalist

Albany, NY | msheremeta2@gmail.com | (518) 603-5127



EXPERIENCE

NCC News | Multimedia Journalist | Syracuse, NY        

June 2025–Present

  • Wrote, shot, and edited day-turn style news packages, web stories, and social media posts
  • Pitched up to three meaningful story ideas for each project within the Syracuse market
  • Developed efficient time managements skills to ensure quality work on strict deadlines
  • Executed live stand-ups on a variety of topics in formats ranging from VOs, VOSOTs, and “Thumbsuckers”
  • Emphasized creative storytelling and production elements to engage audiences and further enhance stories

The Lead Sports Media | Intern | Sports Writer | Remote

September 2025–Present

  • Composed weekly web articles covering the New York Giants and Brooklyn Nets
  • Received September 2025 Contributor of the Month award for publishing 6 detailed articles in first month
  • Researched relevant and trending sports media topics to provide a critical analysis on team performance and front office decisions
  • Established daily communication with colleagues via Slack and social media

Bethel Full Gospel | Volunteer | Broadcast Director | Schenectady, NY                     September 2024–Present

  • Held Director and Technical Director positions bi-weekly for church worship and sermon
  • Led brief preproduction meetings with 4 camera operators to articulate creative vision and strategize how to conduct service plans

Oswego State University | Teaching Assistant | Video Production | Oswego, NY      September 2023–May 2024

  • Gave professor assistance in daily teaching operations including grading student projects and performing lab demonstrations
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring opportunities for 18 students per semester in both classroom and office hour settings
  • Encouraged student creativity and collaborated in creative processes by teaching different tools accessible in Adobe Premiere
  • Instructed students on use of Panasonic AG-AC90A video cameras, Adobe editing software, Ross XPression, and Ross Carbonite switcher boards

WTOP-10 TV | Sports Anchor | Oswego, NY                                                            September 2022–May 2024

  • Gathered and edited footage from local high schools and colleges for weekly sports feature stories and game highlights
  • Created a “Top-5” background for studio green screen from scratch for a creative and dynamic approach to nightly news sports highlights

SKILLS

  • Leadership; Communication; Journalism; Storytelling; Problem Solving; Adaptability; Creativity
  • Programs: Adobe Premiere Pro; Adobe Lightroom; Adobe Photoshop; Adobe Illustrator; Canva; ENPS

EDUCATION

Syracuse University, The S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications Syracuse, NY | June 2026

  • Master of Science: Broadcast and Digital Journalism

Oswego State University, School of Communications, Media and the Arts    Oswego, NY | May 2024

  • Bachelor of Arts: Broadcast and Mass Media Communications May 2024

ACTIVITIES

The NewsHouse | Syracuse University

  • Student Sports Reporter for Volleyball

Newhouse Sports Media Center | Syracuse University

  • Student Sports Reporter for Football and Men’s Basketball

Mohonasen High School | Volunteer Baseball and Basketball Head Coach

  • Created and performed daily detailed, fun, and engaging  practice and game plans for grades 7-8

Asics | Team Sound Mind, Sound Body Brand Ambassador

  • Weekly social media content highlighting core Asics running products

REFERENCES

Chris Velardi | Professor, Syracuse University

  • (315) 416-6770 | cfvelard@syr.edu

Tim Fox | Professor, Syracuse University

  • (315) 420-3835 | tfox12@syr.edu          

Mike Cleland | Professor, Oswego State

  • (315) 622-8760 | mike.cleland@oswego.edu