todlavanty
video portfolio
Welcome to my portfolio, created to highlight my expertise and passion for editing, writing, and design. While my formal title has consistently been Promotions Writer | Producer | Editor, my work has frequently extended into the realm of graphic design as well.
Below, you’ll find more information about my background, experience, and how to get in touch. But first and foremost, this site is about the work. I hope you enjoy the following video galleries, each showcasing different aspects of my skill set and creative approach.
This gallery showcases a selection of projects that best represent my strengths as an editor.
While some pieces incorporate network graphics packages or third-party title designs, the emphasis of these examples is on the editing, writing, and overall creative concept.
Whether developing comprehensive graphics packages deployed across multiple regions or designing network IDs and other custom promotional elements, this gallery highlights my graphic design abilities.
In addition to editing each of these pieces, these projects required close collaboration with on-site crews and on-air talent. From capturing artistry on a frozen pond…to taking a seat at the hair salon.
aboutme
With more than 24 years of experience as a Writer, Producer, and Editor, my career has progressed from an internship in my hometown of Youngstown, Ohio, to a local news position in Raleigh, North Carolina, and ultimately into the regional sports media industry—first in Atlanta, Georgia, and now in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
For the first 17 years of my career, I worked extensively with Avid Media Composer. During the COVID-19 transition to remote workflows, I shifted to Adobe Premiere Pro and have since fully embraced the platform. I also maintain strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and After Effects, along with a working knowledge of Illustrator.
Sports have always been a personal passion, and the opportunity to align that passion with my profession has been especially rewarding. During my tenure with FOX Sports, Bally Sports, and FanDuel Sports Network, I have produced on-air and digital promotions for more than 20 professional teams across MLB, MLS, NBA, NFL, NHL, PWHL, and WNBA. I have also collaborated with collegiate partners including Coastal Carolina, Marquette, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
My experience extends beyond post-production to working directly with crews and on-air talent in both studio and field environments—from the challenging outdoor conditions of annual Hockey Day Minnesota promo shoots to media day productions for organizations such as the Carolina Hurricanes, Minnesota Twins, and Minnesota Wild.
Most recently, as Senior Writer/Producer/Editor for FanDuel Sports Network, I expanded into a leadership role, mentoring fellow editors and developing multi-team, multi-sport toolkits and templates deployed nationwide. I also produced corporate sizzle reels presented at partner summits with MLB, NBA, and NHL league representatives, later adapting those materials to support advertising sales initiatives focused on client acquisition and retention.
If projects of this nature align with your needs, I would welcome the opportunity to share relevant examples and discuss how I can contribute to your team.
WORK EXPERIENCE
FanDuel Sports Network / Bally Sports
Nov ’22 – Present
Minneapolis, MN
SR. WRITER | PRODUCER | EDITOR
Bally / FOX Sports North
Feb ’08 – Nov ’22
Minneapolis, MN
WRITER | PRODUCER | EDITOR
FOX Sports South
Sep ’03 – Feb ’08
Atlanta, GA
WRITER | PRODUCER | EDITOR
WLFL | WRDC
Sep ’01 – Sep ’03
Raleigh, NC
WRITER | PRODUCER | EDITOR
EDUCATION
Youngstown State University
Sep ’97 – May ’01 | Youngstown, OH
Bachelor of Arts – Telecommunications
15
Emmy Nominations
7
Emmy Awards
1
Promax/BDA Gold
1
Promax/BDA Silver