Date

12-16-2025

Department

School of Communication and the Arts

Degree

Master of Fine Arts in Digital Media Production (MFA)

Chair

Roger Rome

Keywords

sportscasting, broadcasting, sportscast skills, podcasting

Disciplines

Film and Media Studies | Sports Studies

Abstract

The world of sportscasting is a growing and crowded field. Due to its appeal, the field itself has become competitive with a few select broadcasters holding the most coveted positions. These broadcasters have set themselves apart in their skills, leading to their placement at the pinnacle of the industry. However, a lack of research has presented a gap in the field on what skills are most dominant for successful sportscasters. As an understudied avenue, sportscasting often goes overlooked in traditional research due to its misnomer as a “fun” profession. The following presents an in-depth look at high-level sportscasters to find the skills and traits that help make them successful. A thorough review of the literature provides an accurate depiction of the field, while also assisting in a rough understanding of skills. To research this subject, a previously conducted survey of different sportscasters was evaluated to uncover the skills that separate the best sportscasters to create the podcast. A journalistic endeavor was conducted, interviewing sportscasters to find their thoughts on each skill and how it applies to their profession. A fully scripted podcast was created, presenting the skills and information for the audience. Finally, takeaways for the future of sportscasting, podcasting, and research were discussed.

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