Girl, How'd You Get That Gig?

In Episode 43 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Heather Hellman, a global sales, operations and marketing executive at Learfield. Learfield is a collegiate sports marketing company handling multi-million dollar sponsorship portfolios and activations for college athletics. Heather is truly a master at driving revenue growth and makes it clear that at the end of the day, EVERYONE is a sales person!

Ep. 42 - The Question: How do you navigate the line with a mentor between building a genuine relationship and leveraging it to get a role in the industry? Carefully and thoughtfully. AG & CG share more.

In Episode 42 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Leslie Chang, Assoc. A.D. for Student-Athlete Development & Compliance at the University of the Pacific. Talk about a go-getter. Grab a pen and paper for this one as Leslie takes us through her journey to her current sports gig and all of the amazing chances she took and opportunities she created along the way.

Ep. 41 - Biz Rizz - The Question: What are common mistakes young professionals make & how did you navigate adversity in your career? Grab a pen and paper…..the list is long….for both questions.

The Question: How do you find your niche when you’re just starting out in the sports industry? AG and CG explain why you don’t worry about a “niche” at the beginning of your career. Listen to the full episode of ‘Biz Rizz’ on your favorite podcast app or watch/subscribe for FREE on YouTube.

In Episode 40 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Sports Photographer, Filmmaker, Author and Speaker, Jean Fruth. She’s traveled all over the world for sporting events and captured some of the most iconic moments with her camera. It’s a conversation with an incredibly talented person who tells inspiring stories through a lens.

The Question: What are entry-level jobs I should look for to break into the sports industry? With nearly 50 years of experience in the sports industry between them, AG & CG know a thing or two about where to get started!

In Episode 39 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we interview Player Agent and Director of Operations for Swagg Sports, Jalyn Brown. A collegiate basketball superstar, professional basketball didn’t pan out when COVID hit. But with an undergrad degree in Business and a Master’s in Sports Law, becoming a sports agent was an excellent “Plan B”.

The Question: How important are mentors/role models in the sports industry? AG and CG discuss the glaring void of role models when they were breaking into sports and how guidance in ANY work environment is invaluable.

In Episode 38 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we interview trailblazer Amy Trask, the first female NFL CEO for the Oakland Raiders from 1997-2013. Today she’s a NFL Analyst for CBS Sports, an author and podcast host. Trask holds nothing back as we inquire about her journey including her controversial nickname, the “Princess of Darkness”.

The question: How can I make the most of my time in grad school to get a job in sports? Get involved!! You’ll have a full load, but you’re getting older and can handle more on your plate. Outside of your workload, join networking organizations that will put you in a great position to land a “gig” after grad school. Listen to the full episode of ‘Biz Rizz’

In Episode 37 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Holly Glass Burgess, Director of Strategic DEIB Partnerships & Director of Traffic at @NESN. We go behind the scenes for a look at the inner workings of a sports television network and how Holly helped develop the Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) program that is thriving today.

The question: How can I feel more confident about choosing the best major for my future? The answer: STOP WORRYING! You have the rest of your life to work - college is short-lived so study what you love.

In Episode 36 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Catie DeVito Johnson, Director of Operations at FanDuel Network Florida. Sports Operations departments are the unsung heroes behind all of those games you LOVE to watch. Operations is simply vital. Without it, there is NO broadcast. So listen up and bow down because it’s time to show some love to this demanding role.

In Episode 35 of “Girl, How’d You Get That Gig?!”, we meet Sheli Reynolds, Chief Strategy and Administrative Officer at @Cosm. Cosm is revolutionizing how fans experience games alongside their fellow fanatics. Find out how this new technology is giving sports geeks a whole new view of the game…and according to Sheli, it’s just the “tip of the iceberg.

The question: What year in college should I start looking for a job? The answer: It’s never too soon to start researching the sports job market. But you might be surprised at what AG and CG say about WHEN you should begin applying for positions in the sports industry.

 The question: How long should I stay in my first sports job? The answer: DEPENDS…AG and CG give guidelines to help you gauge how long that first gig should last.