Austin Downs
Wexford
Summary
Dynamic filmmaker and broadcaster with extensive experience at Westminster College, excelling in documentary production and live sports broadcasting. Proven skills in video editing and effective communication, creating engaging content that resonates with audiences. My goals are to create out of value and passion and strive to improve every day. I love storytelling.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Filmmaker
Westminster College
09.2025 - Current
- Created capstone documentary about the Pittsburgh 48-Hour Film project.
- Directed, Shot, Produced, Wrote and Edited the documentary myself
- Did all the editing on my phone on caput
- Created Multiple short films
- Worked on 48 hour film project with team
Coaching Assistant
14th ward baseball
Pittsburgh
05.2020 - Current
- Assisted coaches in developing training plans for player skill improvement.
- Facilitated communication between players and coaching staff during training sessions.
- Monitored player performance and provided constructive feedback to enhance skills.
- Help out with player development for youth baseball with my uncle Jeff Stein who coaches for 14th ward and runs his own baseball clinic
- Ages anywhere from 4-17
Sports Package Creator
Titan Radio
New Wilmington
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Created Sports Packages for various sports including lacrosse, Westminster men’s/women’s basketball, high school football that were put on WCN.247/Titan Town Sports.
Broadcaster/Disc Jockey
Westminster Titan Radio
01.2023 - 04.2025
- WCN247
- TitanRadio
- Researched current events and music trends to enhance program relevance and appeal.
- Engaged with listeners through social media platforms to foster community interaction.
Sports Broadcaster
Westminster Titan Radio
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Worked on a TV broadcast remotes crew in covering live Westminster College basketball games, volleyball games, football games and a swim meet. Worked on the audio for games and ran various field cameras.
- Engineered broadcasts for live sporting events
- WCN247
Reporter/Writer
The Holcad
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Westminster's Official Online Newspaper
- Conducted interviews with sources to gather relevant information.
- Wrote and edited articles for clarity and engagement.
- Worked on. mostly sports stories on campus
Podcast Producer
Titan Radio
New Wilmington
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Produced multiple podcasts for mother fair that were put up for awards.
- Film Podcasts
- Proficient within interviewing
- Produced engaging audio content for diverse podcast topics and audiences.
- Managed recording sessions, ensuring high-quality sound and performance.
- Edited audio files using industry-standard software for clarity and flow.
Cashier/Cook's Assistant
Mineosrestaurant
Pittsburgh
07.2021 - 12.2023
- Managed cash register operations, including handling cash.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the cashier area and dining spaces.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Helped, prepare and make food
Broadcaster/Disc Jockey
Westminster Titan Radio
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Sports Broadcasting Play by Play/Color commentary- Wilmington Greyhound Football. September 2025.
- Sports Broadcasting Play by Play/Color commentary- Westminster Softball/Baseball.
- Radio DJ- Feb. 2023-April. 2023.
- Anchored/done interviews for Coaches Corner sports show- Sept. 2023- Nov. 2023.
- WCN247
- TitanRadio
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Radio Broadcasting & Sports Communication, Film Studies
Westminster College
New Wilmington, PASkills
- Audio board
- Setting up equipment
- Working with equipment
- Announcing for live sports
- Editing packages
- BLOX CMS
- Video editing
- Screenwriting
- Audio engineering
- Content creation
- Interviewing technique
- Documentary production
- Cinematography
- Effective communication
- Creative thinking
- Writing
- Directing experience
- Collaborative teamwork
- Visual storytelling
- Audio recording
- Film editing
- Documentary filmmaking
- broadcast journalism
- live broadcasting
- sports reporting
- community engagement
Graduation Date
05/10/26
Timeline
Filmmaker
Westminster College
09.2025 - Current
Sports Broadcaster
Westminster Titan Radio
01.2025 - 02.2025
Reporter/Writer
The Holcad
08.2024 - 12.2024
Sports Package Creator
Titan Radio
01.2024 - 04.2025
Broadcaster/Disc Jockey
Westminster Titan Radio
01.2023 - 04.2025
Podcast Producer
Titan Radio
11.2022 - 12.2023
Broadcaster/Disc Jockey
Westminster Titan Radio
09.2022 - 11.2022
Cashier/Cook's Assistant
Mineosrestaurant
07.2021 - 12.2023
Coaching Assistant
14th ward baseball
05.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Radio Broadcasting & Sports Communication, Film Studies
Westminster College