Professional Development & Honors
Game presentation & digital media specialist across pro and collegiate sports
· Syracuse, NY ·
kbhaden@syr.edu ·
Experience
Jan 2026
New York Yankees Student Symposium
Selected via a competitive application process for the inaugural symposium and engaged with front office executives on MLB business operations, community relations, and brand strategy.
Oct. 2023 – Present
Utica Comets
Game Presentation Intern, Digital Media
Intern, Audio Visual Operator
Manage all aspects of in-game fan engagement, capture live gameday content for Instagram, X, and Facebook, and control all audio and visual elements during Comets and UCFC home games.
Oct. 2023 – Present
Utica City Football Club
Game Presentation Intern, Digital Media
Intern, Audio Visual Operator
Support in-arena game presentation under the Director of Game Presentation & Partnership Activation, collaborating with mascots, hosts, and performers at the Adirondack Bank Center.
Sept. 2026 – Present
Syracuse University Athletics
'Cuse Crew
Game Presentation & Media Promotions
Execute game presentation across Syracuse Athletics with a focus on football and basketball, coordinating on- and off-court elements via headset with Marketing Coordinators and capturing promotional content.
March 2026 – Present
Syracuse University Football
Recruiting Intern
Coordinate end-to-end execution for recruiting events and facilitate high-touch facility tours and Q&A sessions for prospective student-athletes and their families.
April 2025 – Present
Syracuse Mets
Promotions Team Member
Recruit contestants for in-game activities, execute scheduled promotional events, and lead crowd engagement efforts including dugout performances and mascot support.
Sept. 2025 – Present
Syracuse Crunch
Promotions Team Member
Managed in-game fan engagement, coordinating with office interns and the in-game host on promotional elements, participant selection, and giveaway distribution.
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Skills
Software & Technical
Shopify E-Commerce, POS Systems, Live Audio Mixing, Video Switching, Social Media Analytics, Microsoft Office Suite
Social Media & Content
Live Event Coverage, X/Instagram Management, Content Strategy & Analysis
Operational & Soft Skills
Executive Support, Event Logistics & Data Collection, Revenue/Cash Management, Team Coordination, Fan Experience & Engagement
Education
Syracuse University, S.I. Newhouse
M.S. in Public Relations, Sports Focus
Aug 2027
Syracuse University, Arts & Sciences
B.A. in Sociology; Minor in Psychology
May 2026
Mohawk Valley Community College
A.S. in Liberal Arts
May 2024
New York Yankees Student
Symposium
Selected via a competitive application process for the inaugural symposium and engaged with front office executives on MLB business operations, community relations, and brand strategy.
Professional Development & Honors
Game presentation & digital media specialist across pro and collegiate sports · Syracuse, NY · kbhaden@syr.edu · (315) 922-0253
Experience
Jan 2026
New York Yankees Student Symposium
Selected via a competitive application process for the inaugural symposium and engaged with front office executives on MLB business operations, community relations, and brand strategy.
Oct. 2023 – Present
Utica Comets
Game Presentation Intern, Digital Media Intern, Audio Visual Operator
Manage all aspects of in-game fan engagement, capture live gameday content for Instagram, X, and Facebook, and control all audio and visual elements during Comets and UCFC home games.
Oct. 2023 – Present
Utica City Football Club
Game Presentation Intern, Digital Media Intern, Audio Visual Operator
Support in-arena game presentation under the Director of Game Presentation & Partnership Activation, collaborating with mascots, hosts, and performers at the Adirondack Bank Center.
Sept. 2026 – Present
Syracuse University Athletics 'Cuse Crew
Game Presentation & Media Promotions
Execute game presentation across Syracuse Athletics with a focus on football and basketball, coordinating on- and off-court elements via headset with Marketing Coordinators and capturing promotional content.
March 2026 – Present
Syracuse University Football
Recruiting Intern
Coordinate end-to-end execution for recruiting events and facilitate high-touch facility tours and Q&A sessions for prospective student-athletes and their families.
April 2025 – Present
Syracuse Mets
Promotions Team Member
Recruit contestants for in-game activities, execute scheduled promotional events, and lead crowd engagement efforts including dugout performances and mascot support.
Sept. 2025 – Present
Syracuse Crunch
Promotions Team Member
Managed in-game fan engagement, coordinating with office interns and the in-game host on promotional elements, participant selection, and giveaway distribution.
Download Me!
Skills
Software & Technical
Shopify E-Commerce, POS Systems, Live Audio Mixing, Video Switching, Social Media Analytics, Microsoft Office Suite
Social Media & Content
Live Event Coverage, X/Instagram Management, Content Strategy & Analysis
Operational & Soft Skills
Executive Support, Event Logistics & Data Collection, Revenue/Cash Management, Team Coordination, Fan Experience & Engagement
Education
Syracuse University, S.I. Newhouse
M.S. in Public Relations, Sports Focus
Aug 2027
Syracuse University, Arts & Sciences
B.A. in Sociology; Minor in Psychology
May 2026
Mohawk Valley Community College
A.S. in Liberal Arts
May 2024
Kiara Haden
Skills, education, at a glance!
