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Mark Gray
Multimedia Content Producer, Self
Location: Fort Washington, MD United States
Joined: May 19th, 2020

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An award winning writer, Gray�s professional experience began at the Atlanta Daily World newspaper as Sports Editor where he redefined community and local sports coverage in that market. From there he became a general sports correspondent for the Atlanta Journal & Constitution. For three years Gray was a sports columnist for Creative Loafing, Atlanta�s City Paper, which led to his opportunity to write for the Atlanta Tribune. He was also the original Atlanta Hawks NBA blogger for the The Sporting News. In 1997, Gray was honored by the Atlanta Association of Black Journalists with the Best Feature Story for Print Award. He was also a contributor for Atlanta Hawks, Falcons, and Braves team publications. Currently, he is a correspondent for the Afro American Newspaper.

Gray is an accomplished broadcaster having debuted the weekly version of ESPN Radio�s GameDay program with former Major League pitcher Rob Dibble. He introduced his concept of the �Weekend Sports Groove� and also was a host on Game Night for the worldwide leader in sports as well.

Mark has been on the cutting edge of satellite radio since its inception. �The SportsGroove Radio Show� on XM Satellite Radio was the first originally produced sports program on that platform. He was also the first weekend host for MLB Live, the Major League Baseball channel�s, wrap up show on Home Plate channel 175. Gray also hosted talk radio programs in Atlanta, on WQXI 790 The Zone, and for Radio One�s WOL-AM (NewsTalk 1450 AM) in Washington D.C. on The SportsGroove Radio Show. He now has a weekly podcast on www.TheShadowLeague.com and is formerly a host on CBS Radio�s 106.7 The Fan in Washington, D.C.

Current Whereabouts:

Developing a radio network for Satellite and online streaming.

Life & Professional Aspirations:

To leave a mark by using my media talent and skills to make a sidginficant contribution than just covering sports and to trumpet the cause for HBCU relevance in America.

Website:

https://thesportsgrooveblog.wordpress.com/

Education (request update)

Morgan State University class of 1990

Undergrad Major: Mass Communication

Claim To Fame:

The National Radio Voice of the CIAA Basketball Tournament and the Bayou Classic for Heritage Sports Radio Network (HSRN) on Sirius/XM Satellite Radio.

Most Memorable Moment:

Taking classes with Journalist April Ryan and TV Personality Kevin Frazier.

High School: Walbrook in Baltimore, MD class of 1984

Activities & Accomplishments:

2nd place in the all city essay contest in my senior year

Best Memories:

Senior Class field trip to Va. Beach

Experience

I currently work with Self as Multimedia Content Producer
I have 25 years of experience working in the Broadcasting/Public Communications industry.

Adjunct Professor/Student Newspaper Advisor | Prince George's County Community College
From February 2016 to Current • 10 year(s)
Teaching and advising student newspaper activities.

Staff Writer | Afro American Newspaper
From October 2015 to Current • 11 year(s)
Writing articles and content for newspaper publication.

Adjunct Professor | University Of Maryland College Park
From September 2014 to Current • 12 year(s)
Teaching university-level courses.

Part Time Host | CBS Sports Radio 106.7 The Fan
From April 2012 to Current • 14 year(s)
Hosting sports radio programming on part-time basis.

Play-by-Play Announcer and Multimedia Content Director | Heritage Sports Radio Network
From August 2010 to Current • 16 year(s)
Providing play-by-play commentary and directing multimedia content production.

Podcast Host/Producer | The Shadow League
From January 2014 to January 2020 • 6 year(s)
Hosted and produced TSL Sports Talk podcast content.

Substitute Teacher | Anne Arundel County Public Schools
From September 2012 to May 2015 • 3 year(s)
Providing substitute teaching services across various subjects.

Camp Director | Anne Arundel County Parks & Recreation
From June 2013 to August 2014 • 1 year(s)
Directing summer camp programs for children.

Sports Talk Host/Executive Producer | Radio One, Inc.
From January 2003 to January 2010 • 7 year(s)
Hosting sports talk shows and executive producing radio content.

MLB Live Weekend Host | XM Satellite Radio
From February 2005 to May 2007 • 2 year(s)
Hosting weekend MLB programming for satellite radio.

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