creator & writer
nick john
1x ama tampa bay marketer of the year (w/ buccaneers)
1x super bowl champion copywriter (thank you, tom brady)
host and producer of ‘i know i can’ podcast
creator of the buccaneers’ ‘raise the flags challenge’ campaign (recognized by the NFL in 2020-21 as a best use of social media)
Experience
tampa bay buccaneers, copywriter
December 2018 - Present
Write and proofread all copy for marketing emails, webpages, graphics, billboards, and print ads.
Create visual and written brand standards for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Manage scripts for web content, radio and TV ads, employee training, live event hosting and public address announcements for every game.
Collaborate with every department and our creative team to meet the needs of the organization, like providing stadium signage, maps, informational flyers, and more.
Record and produce voiceovers for scripted content and employee training.
Interview local celebrities for Glazer Vision Foundation advertising campaigns.
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Affinitiv (formerly autoloop), proofreader & QA print auditor
July 2016 - November 2018
Check for grammar and spelling errors in any marketing copy.
Edit marketing copy so that it is consistent with Subaru’s brand standards.
Launch marketing campaigns directly to customers.
Work in unison with Marketing Service Representatives to ensure clear communication between our offices and dealerships.
Communicate directly with the print vendor to ensure all print marketing copy is ready for customers.
Search for errors in customer data, copy, and branding.
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simplymac, sales specialist
February 2014 - July 2016
Maintain a vast knowledge of all Apple devices, software and events, and share that knowledge with the consumer.
Work directly with customers to troubleshoot their devices and/or find which device or accessory best suits their needs.
Teach one-on-one classes and group workshops.
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tampa bay buccaneers, street team marketing
April 2015 - May 2016
Promote the Tampa Bay Buccaneers brand during games and local community events.
Interact with fans to create a positive experience.
Set up and break down event activities, signage, and other elements.
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fansided (The pewter plank), writer & editor
March 2014 - February 2015
Write, edit and publish articles and columns regarding the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and all related current events.
Manage staff writers and content scheduling.
Promote content and interact with fans using social media.
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university of south Florida athletics, communications intern
August 2010 - August 2011
Operate the USF Athletics social media accounts, both during and in between events, to promote fan interaction (live chats & fan Q&As).
Write articles and press releases for GoUSFBulls.com, script videos for in-stadium screens, and publish content directly to the website.
Transcribe press conferences and interviews, as well as distribute them to the Associated Press for media use.
Assist the broadcast team during live sportscasts.
SPECIAL THANKS TO…
YESSENIA - MY WIFE, BEST FRIEND, AND BIGGEST SUPPORTER
MY ENTIRE FAMILY - A CONSTANT SOURCE OF INSPIRATION
EVITA ORTIZ - SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER @ TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
JAMES PAWELCZYK - FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
DREW MORRIS - GRAPHIC DESIGNER @ KANSAS CITY CHIEFS
MIKE AGUILAR - GRAPHIC DESIGNER @ TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
NICK PLESCE - GRAPHIC DESIGNER @ TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS
ALEXIS KARPODINIS - PROJECT COORDINATOR EXTRAORDINAIRE
Experience
Skills
Languages
Personality
INTERESTS
Songwriting & Music Production
Podcast Hosting & Production
Sports
Video Games
Social Media Trends
Tech
Vinyl Record Collecting
Pro Wrestling
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA
B.A. MASS COMMUNICATIONS
Go Bulls!