A Pizza Drive-Thru Conversation That Launched a 20-Year Sports Media Career

Episode Snapshot:From Hoover video class to MLB live experienceCollege access gaps and the value of Kent State’s TV2Freelance work, internships, and the first break in ClevelandA chance pizza-window conversation that changed everythingWhat unpaid internships really teachLearning the “why” behind buttons and storytellingProfessionalism under pressure and crew cultureGrowing from producer to department leaderHiring for potential, passion, and communicationSpotting future leaders through team-first behaviorMentorship, program legacy, and broadcast collaborationNew here? Start to learn photography and visual storytelling at zoomwithourfeet.com.What You’ll Learn:How opportunity actually shows up (and why most people miss it)Why mentorship beats credentials every timeWhat hiring managers notice when no one’s watchingHow leaders surface long before they get titlesWhy team-first thinking keeps creative careers aliveWhy It Matters:Creative careers are rarely straight lines. Nick’s story is a reminder that longevity comes from trust, attitude, and being ready when opportunity appears—not from titles or tech.About This Guest:Nick Gambone didn’t follow a straight path into sports media—he worked his way in by showing up, learning fast, and earning trust. From early hands-on video work to leading live in-game experiences for the Cleveland Guardians, Nick’s career reflects what happens when opportunity meets preparation, curiosity, and team-first thinking.“I don’t hire on perfection. I hire on potential and hustle.”— Nick Gambone | Director In-Game Experience, Cleveland GuardiansEXPLORE MORE:Check out our other great ZWOF podcast Episodes!Grab my new Mastering Composition eBook!Link and follow for more great #learnphotography content:IG: @tvcommandomedia | FB @ZoomWithOurFeet