Resume
Work Experience
2025 - 2026
Sports Editor - Flyer News
- Report on sports news that impacts the Dayton community.
- Help edit and publish stories written by contributing writers.
- Keep the Dayton community up to date on recent articles by helping run the Flyer News Sports Instagram and X accounts.
2025 - 2026
Secretary - Dayton SPJ Chapter
- Support chapter operations while developing writing, editing, and interviewing skills
- Assist in organizing meetings and fostering professional development opportunities
Summer 2025
Social Media Intern - AFC Ann Arbor
- Capture and produce social media content at practices and matches, including training highlights, behind-the-scenes footage, and “mini mic” segments.
- Manage live match day coverage on Threads and contribute real-time updates during games.
- Help keep match stats.
- Support game day operations, including setting up and breaking down equipment.
- Collaborated with the communications team to maintain a creative social presence.
Education
2026 - Present
University of Michigan | MS in Sport Management
Gabriel Ward will pursue his Master of Science in Sport Management beginning this fall at the University of Michigan.
2022 - 2026
University of Dayton | Bachelor's Degree in Communication
Gabriel Ward will finish his Bachelor's degree with a focus on journalism this spring. The University of Dayton has equipped him with the necessary tools to critically analyze information and present it in an engaging manner.
2018 - 2022
Dexter High School | High School Diploma
During high school, Gabriel Ward discovered his passion for journalism and sports media thanks to both his English and Journalism teachers. This early interest set the stage for his future career in journalism.
Skills & Expertise
AP Style | Reporting | Sports Coverage | Copy Editing | Social Media Management | Canva | Marketing | Content Creation