ABSTRACT
Tyler A. Gates
Atlanta, Georgia • 404-772-2218 • tylergates1401@gmail.com
SPORTS ANALYST | TV PERSONALITY | DIGITAL JOURNALIST | COMMENTATOR
Objective
Dynamic sports storyteller with on-air hosting, reporting, analyzing, and digital production experience across TV, radio, and online platforms. Skilled at delivering high-energy commentary and in-depth analysis for college and pro sports audiences.
EDUCATION
University of West Georgia — Carrollton, GA
Master of Science in Sports Management, Expected December 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Mass Communications, December 2023
Dean’s List, YardBarker Contributor, NABJ Member
EXPERIENCE
Analyst/Sports Content Creator — Millions.Co | August 2025–Present
• Deliver bold opinions and debates on the biggest sports headlines.
• Analyze players, teams, and storylines with expertise and personality.
• Engage audiences through passionate commentary and thought-provoking takes.
Contributor / Sports Writer — YardBarker (Remote) | May 2025–August 2025
• Write game previews/reviews, commentary, and features for 3M+ monthly readers. Conduct research and interviews while meeting strict editorial deadlines.
• Coverage includes NBA, MLB, WWE, WNBA and NHL with emphasis on player development and team-building narratives.
Host & Producer — TAG LIVE! 205 Talk Show | January 2024–Present
• Develop and host weekly sports talk show inspired by ESPN and FS1 debate-style formats.
• Write teleprompter scripts, prepare rundowns, and manage guest coordination for digital segments.
• Design promotional content and edit clips for Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter.
On-Air Talent - MLB Network | May 2025 - August 2025
• Served as a remote on-air intern assisting with show prep, segment research, and editorial rundown coordination.
• Contributed to on-air discussion through in-depth story development and player insight preparation.
• Appeared on-air three times to deliver bold takes and analysis. Collaborated with producers and talent to ensure smooth execution of studio segments.
Freelance Sports Reporter / Multimedia Journalist/ Student Guest Host | UWG WOLF Radio | 2023
• Produce on-camera reports and interviews covering college and pro sports teams (Georgia Tech, University of West Georgia, Hawks, Falcons).
• Appeared on-air at 6 PM every other Thursday for the Evening Prowl, discussing the agenda for the day.
• Shoot, write, and edit sports packages under tight deadlines for social and digital distribution.
• File reports utilizing AP broadcast style and video storytelling best practices.
Sports Production Assistant / Freelance Projects — TAG LIVE! 205 Talk Show | 2024–Present
• Pre-production planning, research, and show rundowns for live and recorded segments.
• Edit highlight packages and manage cross-platform distribution using Veed.io and Canva.
• Collaborate on stat prep, player notes, and interview questions for broadcast-style talk segments.
SKILLS
Writing & Reporting: AP Style, Headline Writing, Sports Analysis, Television, Interviewing, Breaking News
Multimedia: Adobe Premiere Pro, Audition, Canva, PosterMyWall, Veed.io, Audacity, OBS
Studio Digital Tools: WordPress, Google Analytics, Rundown Creator
Soft Skills: Deadline-Oriented, Creative Thinker, Collaborative, Attention to Detail
MEDIA LINKS & REEL
Demo Reel: (Tyler A’s Sports Analyst Reel)
YouTube: TAG LIVE! 205 Talk Show
Instagram: @tyleragates
Tyler A’s Articles: yardbarker.com/author/tyler_gates
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
National Association of Black Journalists — Sports Journalism Task Force
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.