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Alex Tracy

Blackpool,Lancashire

Summary

I am an aspiring sports journalist currently studying for a BSc (Hons) Sports Journalism at the University of Lancashire (course commenced in September 2023), seeking opportunities to develop my experience, skillset and build an industry network.


I am extremely experienced with camera work and providing content in a live sporting environment. I also have high level of attention to detail, possessing the ability to focus and explore stories and issues in sports I am familiar with and also those that are new to me.


I am passionate about sport and the unique narratives it provides, and I am committed to building a career that provides me with the opportunities to tell them.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work history

Matchday Videographer

AFC Fylde
07.2025 - 08.2025
  • Pitchside videography that is used for social media content, on platforms such as X, Instagram and Facebook, which is edited by myself on Adobe Premier Pro.
  • Role includes pre game clips such as warmups and ground shots, with the game focus being on tight angles for clips such as goals/ important moments.
  • The other side to the role is the gantry side which is for highlights that are published to AFC Fylde's YouTube channel.
  • Role includes Home and Away games.

Freelance Graphics Operator for Newcastle United

ADI.tv
06.2024 - 05.2025
  • Working in a fast paced live environment displaying content onto the St James Park scoreboard infront of 65,000 fans weekly.
  • Showed importance for timing and attention to detail to provide the best experience for the consumer.

Personal sports page

08.2025 - 08.2025
  • I give my personal opinions on sports/ events that I love and have passion for.
  • Also, as a 5 year Manchester United season ticket holder I express my writing style with opinions and views which are my own.

Videographer

AFC Fylde
04.2024
  • Operated on AFC Fylde v Southend United for a highlights package that was broadcast onto TNT Sports National League show.

Interviewing experience

01.2023 - 08.2025
  • Multiple different interviews for Assignments on different sports including the rise of Pickleball, Grand National Horse Racing; interviewing Iroko's trainers before the horse placed 4th at the Grand National in 2025, Flag Football going to the Olympics and the effect on grassroots level in Lancashire.

Education

BSc (Hons) - Sports Journalism

University of Central Lancashire
Preston
09.2023 -

A Levels - Modern History, English Language, Criminology

Blackpool Sixth Form
Blackpool
09.2021 - 06.2023

9 GCSEs -

St George's A Church of England Academy
Blackpool
09.2016 - 07.2021

Websites

Timeline

Personal sports page

08.2025 - 08.2025

Matchday Videographer

AFC Fylde
07.2025 - 08.2025

Freelance Graphics Operator for Newcastle United

ADI.tv
06.2024 - 05.2025

Videographer

AFC Fylde
04.2024

BSc (Hons) - Sports Journalism

University of Central Lancashire
09.2023 -

Interviewing experience

01.2023 - 08.2025

A Levels - Modern History, English Language, Criminology

Blackpool Sixth Form
09.2021 - 06.2023

9 GCSEs -

St George's A Church of England Academy
09.2016 - 07.2021

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