Jake Rongholt

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Sports Director at WCJB TV 20; Dan Patrick School of Sportscasting Alumni @ WCJB TV20 News
florida, united states
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Newberry, Florida, United States, United States
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About Jake Rongholt

"Let your work do the talking." I was enlisted in the United States Air Force. After 3 years, I had to medically retire and get back onto the broadcasting path. In the past, I moved from Chicago to Orlando to be part of the Dan Patrick School of Sportscasting. During my time, I was behind the mic for the majority of Rollins College sports, covered a few UCF and Buccaneer football games. I finished a two year stint with WGEM-TV in Quincy, IL. In December 2022, I was hired as weekend sports anchor at WCJB TV20. In January 2024, I have been promoted to sports director with TV20.I owe a lot to Newy Scruggs, Sam Hale, Lou Schwartz, Patrick Turturro, David Brody, Shan Shariff, Scott Roberts, Gus Ramsey, Rishi Barran, Mike Tuck, Mike Flasch, Mac McDonald, Debbi Taylor, Christine Winn, Jim Wallin, Erin Murray, Mike Snyder, Kevin Wells, Chad Mahoney, Jon Levy and Jim Forbes.You never know who you will meet.Specialties: AVID/Final Cut Pro/Edius trained, knows Microsoft Powerpoint, Excel, Word, and Office, camera knowledge, in-depth, informational reporting, and of course...accurate with a smile on my face.

Jake Rongholt's Current Company Details
WCJB TV20 News

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Sports Director at WCJB TV 20; Dan Patrick School of Sportscasting Alumni
florida, united states
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Jake Rongholt Work Experience Details
  • Wcjb Tv20 News
    Sports Director
    Wcjb Tv20 News Jan 2024 - Present
    Gainesville, Florida, United States
  • Wcjb Tv20 News
    Weekend Sports Anchor
    Wcjb Tv20 News Dec 2022 - Jan 2024
  • Wgem Tv
    Weekday Sports Reporter/Weekend Sports Anchor
    Wgem Tv Mar 2021 - Dec 2022
    Quincy, Illinois, United States
  • Pro Football Action
    Freelance Writer
    Pro Football Action Aug 2020 - Dec 2020
    - In charge of writing breaking news articles in the NFL- Gives the "inside track" with fantasy football/sports betting content
  • Full Sail University
    Student
    Full Sail University Jan 2018 - Nov 2019
    Orlando, Florida Area
    Student for the Dan Patrick School of Sportscasting till November 2019
  • Ncsa Athletic Recruiting
    Recruiting Coordinator
    Ncsa Athletic Recruiting Apr 2016 - Sep 2019
    Greater Chicago Area
    - One on one phone conversations with parents of student-athletes.- Research, learn about recruits and educate parents on the recruiting process- Share the importance of what a third party process like NCSA can do to an athlete's college future
  • Pack-A-Day
    Podcast Host
    Pack-A-Day Jul 2018 - Aug 2019
    Green Bay, Wisconsin Area
    - Host with Mark Eckel of www.BobMcGinnFootball.com- 24/7/365 podcast about the Green Bay Packers- Fill-in host
  • Fox Sports Radio Am 1070
    Orlando Magic Media Reporter
    Fox Sports Radio Am 1070 Oct 2018 - Jun 2019
    Orlando, Florida Area
    - Covering home games for the Orlando Magic - Quarterly reports for the Sports Arena Facebook Page- Cutting sound from press conferences and locker room interviews
  • Wfla Orlando
    4Th Quarter Radio Host
    Wfla Orlando Apr 2018 - Jul 2018
    Orlando, Florida Area
    Tuesday nights between 9-10pm during the radio show, "The Heat is On." I co-host the sports segment "The 4th Quarter" on Newsradio 102.5 FM/540 AM.
  • Region Sports Network
    Play By Play Commentator | Reporter | Camera Operator
    Region Sports Network Aug 2017 - Mar 2018
    Highland, In
    Play by Play Commentator for the hottest high school matchups in Illinois/IndianaEditor of Chicagoland Prep Sports Facebook pageYou won't find original commentary in the booth than on Region Sports Network."The Only Game in Town."
  • Colorado Media School, Miami Media School, Ohio Media School, And Illinois Media School
    Radio Host/Student/Producer/Reporter
    Colorado Media School, Miami Media School, Ohio Media School, And Illinois Media School Jun 2016 - Oct 2017
    Greater Chicago Area
  • Fan Media Network, Inc.
    Correspondent
    Fan Media Network, Inc. May 2017 - Sep 2017
    Dallas/Fort Worth Area
    Serving as an Correspondent for Fan Media Network covering the Chicago Cubs.Fan Media is a social news sports network of mobile phone video correspondents and media analysts for the top 250 NCAA, NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB and MLS teams.
  • Wmov 1360 Am/106.7 Fm
    Freelance Update Anchor/Reporter
    Wmov 1360 Am/106.7 Fm Aug 2016 - Aug 2017
    Ravenswood, Wv
    - Bengals Reporter for the Cincy Jungle Minute- Fill-in Update Sports Anchor- Freelance work
  • The Cube - Share Events
    Freelance Play By Play/Camera Operator
    The Cube - Share Events Aug 2015 - Aug 2016
    Greater Chicago Area
    - Developing the visual thrill of a high school sporting event - Working side by side with producer/play by play commentator- Prepping, researching for play by play opportunities- Learning the broadcasting basics of working on high school sporting events.
  • Wheels Group
    Business Development Associate
    Wheels Group Mar 2015 - May 2016
    Woodridge, Il
    - Bringing in new businesses- Setting up quotes and types of truckloads- Creating business relationships with customers
  • Rabble Tv
    Play By Play Commentary
    Rabble Tv Sep 2015 - Apr 2016
    Nashville, Tn
    - Play by Play announcer for several professional sports games such as the 2015 ALCS, NLCS and Thursday and Monday Night Football- In charge of bringing a play by play alternative through passion, excitement and knowledge of the game- Edit, produce and research all my sportscasts
  • Pro Football Spot
    Staff Writer
    Pro Football Spot Aug 2014 - Mar 2016
    Profootballspot.Com
    Pro Football Spot. 32 teams, a guaranteed fresh perspective upon the NFL community and the best in aspiring journalism. - During the 2014 season, I was in charge of previewing the weekly hard-hitting matchup for the Packers- 2015 offseason: Going outside-the-box with 1-2 articles with many aspects of Packers football and its players- During the 2015 season, given the task to run a weekly "Behind Enemy Lines" segment and collaborate with an writer from the Packers' weekly opponents.- Edit and proofread all my articles and work tightly with my team manager, Chris Licata and the rest of the talented Packers' staff
  • United States Air Force
    Security Forces
    United States Air Force Jan 2012 - Jan 2015
    Whiteman Afb, Mo
    Guarded Protection Level 1 weapons at Whiteman AFB for 2 years. On post, in charge of assigned area and partner while being alert for anything out of the ordinary.Worked in generations involving B-2 aircraft every 6 months. On alert, in case the B-2 had to accomplish an mission.Coached five recruits on knowledge of the job and ability to transition into the career field quickly.
  • Let Me Hear Ya
    Play By Play Commentator
    Let Me Hear Ya Oct 2012 - Sep 2014
    New Jersey
    Play by play of 30 NFL, 20 MLB, 20 NBA, 5 NCAAF gamesIn charge of the 2014 NBA Finals between Spurs-HeatEdit, produce and researched thoroughly sportscast (up to 4 hours before)
  • In The Face Radio
    Radio Host For Turner'S Takes
    In The Face Radio Apr 2010 - Sep 2010
    Bedford, Tx
    Produced, wrote and hosted an insightful and fun radio show for 5 monthsCalled, setting up times for interviews weekly"The Passion for Sports never ends at the buzzer"Turner's Takes is a special kind of show that mixes sports and entertainment but at the same time brings in the audience and give them a voice. The audience basically gets to hear what they want to hear and are free to their own opinion. Make your take known...it's my take versus yours!
  • Nbc 3/Ksnw
    Sports Intern
    Nbc 3/Ksnw Jan 2010 - Mar 2010
    Wichita, Ks
    Edited/cut Wichita State's road highlights to the NIT ChampionshipInteract with Kansas/Kansas State players for 2 months
  • Husky Mag
    Producer
    Husky Mag Sep 2005 - May 2009
    Saint Cloud, Mn
    Contributed to covering high school sports and shooting Sartell-St. Cloud Tech rivalry for 2 yearsReporter: Shot stories and worked as a one-band reporter for the Saint Cloud football programSports: Passionate storytelling especially during Saint Cloud State-North Dakota hockey rivalry
  • Utvs Television Station
    Sports Anchor/ Reporter, Anchor/Reporter, Floor Director, Videographer, Producer
    Utvs Television Station May 2005 - May 2009
    Saint Cloud, Mn
    Wrote, edited, taped all my own stories for sportsAVID/Final Cut Pro experiencedProduced newscasts Directed talent during newscast
  • Kxas-Tv
    Sports Intern
    Kxas-Tv May 2008 - Aug 2008
    Dallas/Fort Worth Area
    Logged and edit interviews with Tony Romo and Deon AndersonInterviewed Rangers center fielder Josh Hamilton in 2008Spent time with Newy Scruggs editing and setting up resume tape

Jake Rongholt Skills

Broadcast Television Radio Video Storytelling Entertainment Journalism Editing Social Media Sports Broadcast Journalism Interviews Videography Public Relations Video Production Sales Event Planning Camera Broadcast Television Event Management Video Editing Social Networking Broadcasting Time Management Radio Broadcasting Facebook Writing Social Media Marketing Radio Host Media Relations Public Speaking Sports Writing Final Cut Pro Digital Media News Writing Marketing

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