- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Gym Workouts
- Music
- Enjoy participating in pick-up basketball for overall physical and mental well-being
Owen Jury
Wildwood
Summary
Dynamic sports journalist with proven expertise at The Maneater, adept at investigative journalism and deadline management. Successfully increased readership through compelling story development and social media engagement. Recognized for strong writing skills and a commitment to journalistic integrity, delivering accurate and engaging sports coverage that resonates with audiences. Each of my first three basketball articles with The Maneater topped at number one trending sports article.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Journalist
The Maneater
08.2025 - Current
- Pitched and developed new columns, consistently increasing readership with proven sports and reporting expertise.
- Delivered authoritative sports coverage with careful attention to game facts, stats and predictions.
- Reported on mens basketball and mens golf athletic events and programs to provide interesting sports stories.
- Created new athlete profile column highlighting top players and rising stars in different sports.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with editors and other journalists to create compelling content.
- Evaluated and followed up on news leads and news tips to develop story ideas.
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
- Utilized social media to engage readers and promote content.
- Edited and proofread articles to achieve peak accuracy and quality.
- Wrote and published articles for leading newspapers and magazines.
- Performed research and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
NBA Draft Scout
Substack/Self Employed
03.2025 - Current
- Researched and evaluated over 100 different NBA draft prospects
- Published my findings and evaluations
- Actively used social media to promote and push out my products
- Kept my own schedule and time management
Food Runner
Salt&Smoke
03.2024 - Current
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Offered product samples, answered questions and helped customers find items.
- Processed payments for orders and provided customers with change.
- Delivered exceptional guest experiences through attentive service and quick response to issues.
Pet Sitter
Self Employed Web
01.2023 - Current
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
Education
No Degree - Sports Journalism
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO06-2029
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Wildwood Mo05-2025
Skills
- Investigative journalism
- Sports reporting
- Deadline management
- Strong writing skills
- Story development skill
- Research and fact-checking
- Public speaking
- Writing and editing
- Social media engagement
- Story development
Interests
Timeline
Sports Journalist
The Maneater
08.2025 - Current
NBA Draft Scout
Substack/Self Employed
03.2025 - Current
Food Runner
Salt&Smoke
03.2024 - Current
Pet Sitter
Self Employed Web
01.2023 - Current
No Degree - Sports Journalism
University of Missouri
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School