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The Digital Rookie Podcast

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Hello and welcome to the Digital Rookie Podcast, my name is Patrick Quay. The Digital Rookie is an online hub that aims to be a helpful and insightful platform for young people trying to bridge that gap between being a student and a professional in the sports marketing industry. I hope that it can act as a point of reference for young people to observe how someone is going about transitioning between university and a professional career. Eventually, I hope to create a community of young people who are passionate about actively engaging in pursuing their passions and interests as a career.

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Episodes

  1. Proactively Building your Career in Sport - Chris Tetaz | VIS

    In this episode I sit down with Chris Tetaz, Digital Media Coordinator at the Victorian Institute of Sport. The VIS are a government funded organisation that aids in the professional development for aspiring athletes here in Victoria, Australia. Connect on LinkedIn Chris Tetaz Patrick Quay…

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  2. Inter Miami CF's VP of Brand and Marketing - Mike Ridley

    In this episode I chat with Mike Ridley, VP of Brand and Marketing at Inter Miami CF. Inter Miami CF are the newest club in North America's soccer league, the MLS. It is really interesting to hear about how Mike and his team approach developing the Inter Miami brand, adapting to the challenges of...

  3. LA Clippers Director of Social Media - Sandro Gasparro

    Ever wondered what it would be like to work for one of the biggest sporting franchises in the world? Well wonder no longer! In this episode we return to the NBA with Sandro Gasparro, Director of Social Media at the LA Clippers. Sandro provides some amazing insight into his role at the Clippers,...

  4. Growing Digital Engagement at Your Sports Club with Matt Damon - Gold Coast Suns

    In this week's episode I sit down with Matt Damon who works in Digital Communications at the AFL's Gold Coast Suns. Matt and I discuss some of the strategies his team have implemented in trying to grow the Suns' fan base. With Gold Coast being the newest team in the AFL, it's really interesting…

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  5. Developing your Digital Marketing Skill Set with Jake Stevens - TLA Worldwide

    In today's episode I sit down with Jake Stevens, the Digital Content Specialist at TLA Worldwide. TLA is a sports marketing and management agency based here in Melbourne. It was actually where I did my first internship during university and that's how I know Jake. Jake's journey into the sports...

  6. Behind the Scenes of Fan Engagement with Julian Wallace from Carlton Football Club

    In this week's episode I sit down with Julian Wallace from the Carlton Football Club. Julian provides not only some great career tips for working in sports digital, but also has loads of really interesting things to say about the intricacies involved in engaging fans and the strategy Carlton...

  7. Golden State Warriors Social Media Manager - Karen Ramming.

    In this week's episode I sit down with Karen Ramming, head of social media for the Golden State Warriors. Not only is this one of the coolest jobs in the world from a sports fan's perspective, but as one of the biggest sporting brands in the world the Golden State Warriors have over 31 million...

  8. Brooklyn Nets Social Media Lead Jordan Rabinowitz - Communicating Messages of Social Justice

    In today's episode I sit down with Jordan Rabinowitz from the Brooklyn Nets. Jordan's role at the Nets comes with a lot of responsibility, particularly within the current political and social landscape. In our chat, we talk about his role in communicating messages of social and racial justice...

  9. Nicole Blackman from the NBA's Charlotte Hornets explains E-Sports and it's opportunities.

    In today's episode I sit down with Nicole Blackman from the NBA's Charlotte Hornets. Nicole's role as head of Innovation and E-Sports meant she played a pivotal role in the development of Charlotte's new 2K League team, Hornets Venom GT. If you found today's episode interesting, make sure to…

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  10. Building and Maintaining your Professional Network with Letisha Dall

    Having a strong professional network is a huge asset as a prospect employee. It can help you on the job, and help you get a job. Letisha Dall from the VRC sits down with me to discuss some strategies for building and maintaining a strong professional network. Please leave a review and subscribe…

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  11. Creating Content for the Collingwood Football Club with Tom Robertson

    Today's episode is with Digital Content Producer from AFL Club Collingwood Football Club, Tom Robertson. Tom provides great insight into life working at an AFL club in social media, and advice for building your own career in sport digital. If you want to reach out, you can connect to myself…

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  12. Digital Strategy at the AFL with Trishan Naidoo

    Today's episode of the Digital Rookie Podcast is with Trishan Naidoo from the AFL. Trishan has years of experiences in digital marketing strategy, an expert in paid media and performance marketing. If you want to reach out, you can connect to either of us on LinkedIn. Instagram: @digitalrookiehub...

  13. Creating Careers in Sport with SportsGrad's Reuben Williams

    A special episode today with Reuben Williams as we chat about his career so far and his passion for helping people create and develop careers in sports business. Socials: @digitalrookiehub Linkedin: Digital Rookie Hub Website: digitalrookiehub.com

  14. Building Fan Engagement in Sport with Rhiannon Clohesy

    Rhiannon Clohesy sat down with me to chat about her time as Fan Engagement and Marketing Manager at The Western Bulldogs. Connect on LinkedIn: Patrick Quay and Rhiannon Clohesy Email: [email protected] Socials: @digitalrookiehub Website: digitalrookiehub.com

  15. Working in Media for an AFL club with ex-Carlton Head of Media Luca Gonano

    In Part 2 of my chat with Luca Gonano we discuss his experience as Carlton Football Club's Head of Media and the intricacies of working at an AFL Club. Check out our socials @digitalrookie hub and our website digitalrookiehub.com for more!

  16. Creating a Career in Radio - 3AW Executive Producer Luca Gonano

    Today's episode of the podcast is with 3AW's Luca Gonano where we chat about working in the radio, the challenges and what it takes to have a successful career in the industry. Checkout our socials @digitalrookiehub and our website digitalrookiehub.com

  17. Working as a Sports Media Journalist with Tom Morris - Part 2

    This is Part 2 of my chat with Fox Sports Senior Reporter Tom Morris. In this part we chat about what it is like working as a sports media journalist and the intricacies, challenges and awesome experiences that come with the job. Checkout Tom on Twitter and LinkedIn. Head to @digitalrookiehub on...

  18. Starting a Career in Sports Media with Tom Morris - Part 1

    In today's episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Fox Sports Senior Reporter Tom Morris about how he went about starting his career in sports media and journalism. This is the part 1 of this episode so make sure to stay tuned for part 2 coming in the next couple of days! Check out Digital...

  19. Gaining Industry Experience with Scott Walton

    On today's episode I'm chatting with Scott Walton. Scott is a social media marketing manager at the Victorian Racing Club in Flemington, Melbourne and provides really great insights into how he has developed his career by gaining industry experience across a variety of sports and organisations....

  20. Differentiating Yourself with Jacob Arnott

    This episode is with my good friend Jacob Arnott. Jacob has always been passionate about the sports marketing industry, as reflected in his already extensive experience despite being only 21 years old. Listen in to find out about how Jacob has developed his career from a young age using project...

  21. Ex-NFL and Uber Marketing Guru Evan Singer tells his story

    The first episode of The Digital Rookie Podcast! Evan Singer joins me today to talk about his professional career and the techniques and strategies he has used to create opportunities and bridge that gap to become a sports business professional. Evan's experience at major companies such as Uber…

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About this show

Hello and welcome to the Digital Rookie Podcast, my name is Patrick Quay. The Digital Rookie is an online hub that aims to be a helpful and insightful platform for young people trying to bridge that gap between being a student and a professional in the sports marketing industry. I hope that it can act as a point of reference for young people to observe how someone is going about transitioning between university and a professional career. Eventually, I hope to create a community of young people who are passionate about actively engaging in pursuing their passions and interests as a career.

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does The Digital Rookie Podcast have?

The Digital Rookie Podcast has 22 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on November 20, 2020.

What is The Digital Rookie Podcast about?

Hello and welcome to the Digital Rookie Podcast, my name is Patrick Quay. The Digital Rookie is an online hub that aims to be a helpful and insightful platform for young people trying to bridge that gap between being a student and a professional in the sports marketing industry. I hope that it can...

How often does The Digital Rookie Podcast release new episodes?

The Digital Rookie Podcast publishes weekly, based on its 22 episodes since May 2020.

Who hosts The Digital Rookie Podcast?

The Digital Rookie Podcast is created and hosted by The Digital Rookie.
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