B.J. Evans Email & Phone Number

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

Directly responsible for the organizations’ basketball publicity efforts and serves as the primary liaison between the team and local, national and international media. Responsible for the day-to-day media operations including managing all press conferences and interviews for players, coaches and basketball front office staff. Duties also included oversite of gameday credentialing, writing and editing press releases, game notes, publications and statistics. Set-up and manage all individual player/team media training seminars as well as execute one-on-one internal media prep sessions, that includes providing the necessary talking points & publicly released statements. Pitch feature story ideas to local and national media outlets daily and monitor/approve all social media activities that originate internally before they post. Work closely with community relations, corporate partnerships, broadcasting, social media/digital, and marketing teams to ensure appropriate representation and team/player expectations.

Charlotte, Nc, Us

Was directly responsible for the organizations’ basketball and corporate communications efforts. Served as the primary liaison between the team and local, national and international media. Was responsible for the day-to-day media operations and coordinated press conferences and interviews for the team’s players, coaches, front office staff and ownership group. Was part of the organization's extensive lead-up to its inaugural season (2004) through publicity campaigns and public awareness projects. Worked closely with the community relations, corporate partnerships, broadcasting and marketing groups to ensure appropriate representation and organization expectations.Additional Role Held With Organization:Director of Player Programs: Cultivated one-on-one relationships with Bobcats players while providing guidance to help them develop life skills, both professionally and socially and assisted them in planning for life after basketball through the NBA’s established program and initiatives.Promotion Ladder: (2012-2013) - Vice President, Communications; (2006-2012) - Director of Basketball Communications & Player Programs; (2005-2006) - Director of Media Services (NBA & WNBA - Charlotte Sting); (2004-2005) - Public Relations Manager.

Miami, Florida, Us

• Authored game notes and managed daily media operations for Miami HEAT, including producing preseason media guides and press clippings.• Wrote corporate and basketball-related press releases, handled media relations during away games, and coordinated media game files.• Spent a season as media relations coordinator for the Miami SOL (WNBA) during the offseason for one summer.

New York, Ny, Us

• Managed all media relations activities for the Asheville Altitude during the inaugural season of the G-League.• Coordinated player and coach interviews, wrote press releases, and updated team website content.• Conducted daily sales calls to drive season ticket sales and enhance fan engagement.

Was directly responsible for all phases of media relations management, administration, information services, championship operations and webmaster for the 11-member institutions of this NCAA Division I conference. Implemented the first-ever league wide statistical package system at each institution. Implemented the first-ever criteria standards for the selection of conference awards. Solicited and managed the bidding process for all printed materials. Wrote press releases, game notes and feature stories. Served as the media coordinator for the 1999 and 2000 McDonald’s Heritage Bowl held at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta.*NCAA Committee Assignments during tenure as Asst. Commissioner at the MEAC:Women's Basketball Committee Representative - March 1999 – Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA; 2000 - Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA; 2001 – Duke University, Durham, NCServed as one of two site coordinators during the First and Second Round Tournament games. Enforced NCAA rules and evaluated game officials after each game. Was responsible for monitoring the placement of NCAA sponsored elements and television/radio presentations.

Greensboro, Nc, Us

Sole publicist of 18 men’s and women’s sports programs. Was responsible for all written content, media guides, statistical information, and interview request. Organized, implemented and executed a grassroots media campaign that helped former A&T football player Chris McNeil become the 1997 Sports Network Buck Buchanan award winner and an All-American selection on eight different national publications.

• Managed media operations during the Centennial Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia.• Coordinated post-event media interviews and volunteer services for Men's & Women's Beach Volleyball.• Oversaw information distribution and daily staff list of 25 people.

Princess Anne, Md, Us

• Managed all written content, media guides, and statistical information for 14 men’s and women’s sports programs at University of Maryland Eastern Shore.• Solicited and managed advertisements for game programs and facility signage to enhance revenue opportunities.• Acted as the backup play-by-play voice for men’s basketball radio broadcasts, showcasing versatility and dedication to the role.