Arnav Pathange
Mysore
Summary
Communication Media student-athlete at Alabama A&M University combining broadcast journalism experience with a background in coaching, leadership, and community outreach. Skilled communicator fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, with hands-on experience in news reporting, audio production, athlete development, and customer service. Open to roles across media, sports, and communications.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Customer Service Associate
Alabama Subway (On-Campus), Alabama A&M
Huntsville, AL
08.2022 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service in high-volume, fast-paced food service environment, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Managed cash transactions and assisted with inventory stocking.
- Handled cash transactions accurately while supporting inventory stocking to maintain product availability.
Radio Station Reporter
WJAB-TV
Huntsville, AL
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Produced 20+ news stories and segments on campus and community events, conducting interviews with students, faculty, and local sources to inform and engage listeners.
- Wrote and edited clear, engaging news scripts and reports for broadcast, enhancing audience understanding and interest.
- Covered events and breaking stories while ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
- Operated audio and media equipment, including microphones and recording devices, to capture interviews and field sound.
- Collaborated with producers and team members to develop and prepare content for radio and digital broadcast, ensuring relevance and quality.
Sports Broadcaster
Nexstar Media Group Inc.
Huntsville
08.2025 - 04.2026
- Delivered live sports commentary, play-by-play analysis, and pregame coverage across broadcast platforms.
- Conducted athlete and coach interviews to gather timely insights and postgame reactions.
- Collaborated with producers, directors, and camera crews to coordinate seamless live broadcasts.
- Prepared scripts, storylines, and statistical research for games, features, and studio segments.
Multimedia Journalist
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc.
San Antonio, Texas
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Delivered live coverage from breaking news scenes, maintaining accuracy, urgency, and clear on-air presentation under tight deadlines.
- Produced compelling news stories by pitching, researching, writing, shooting, and editing daily packages for broadcast and digital platforms.
- Cultivated reliable community sources to strengthen enterprise reporting, deepen story development, and enhance newsroom credibility.
- Edited video packages using non-linear systems, ensuring crisp pacing, clean audio, and broadcast-ready visual storytelling.
- Mentored newer journalists on story development, field production, and journalistic standards to improve team consistency.
Tennis Coach
John Newcombe Tennis Ranch
San Antonio, TX
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Designed personalized training programs for 60 to 100 athletes of varying skill levels, developing players who went on to compete as top USTA and ATP competitors.
- Analyzed player performance to pinpoint strengths and improvement areas, tailoring coaching strategies accordingly.
- Utilized social media platforms to highlight program success stories, enhancing community engagement and attracting new athletes.
Volunteer Coach
Dream Court
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Coached and mentored children with disabilities, adapting drills and techniques to enhance individual skill development.
- Promoted confidence and teamwork through structured activities and match play, fostering a supportive sports environment.
- Organized community outreach events, increasing access to tennis for children with disabilities.
Tennis Coach and Camp Counselor
Carmel Valley Tennis Camp
Carmel, CA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Coached young athletes in tennis fundamentals and strategy, fostering sportsmanship and personal growth.
- Led group drills and individual skill-building sessions, enhancing players' skills through targeted match play activities.
- Supervised campers, promoting a fun, safe, and inclusive environment that encouraged teamwork and social interaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Media
Alabama A&M University
Normal, AL05-2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Customer service management
- Customer support
- Calm and professional under pressure
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Sales and upselling
- Customer service
- Problem-Solving
- English (Fluent)
- Hindi (Fluent)
- Spanish (Conversational)
Timeline
Radio Station Reporter
WJAB-TV
02.2026 - 05.2026
Sports Broadcaster
Nexstar Media Group Inc.
08.2025 - 04.2026
Multimedia Journalist
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc.
05.2025 - 08.2025
Tennis Coach
John Newcombe Tennis Ranch
05.2025 - 08.2025
Tennis Coach and Camp Counselor
Carmel Valley Tennis Camp
06.2024 - 08.2024
Volunteer Coach
Dream Court
08.2023 - 11.2024
Customer Service Associate
Alabama Subway (On-Campus), Alabama A&M
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Media
Alabama A&M University