Zion Atwater | Utah Jazz Video Producer | Crafting Stories in Sports (EP.110)

Sports Business Classroom Audio Experience

Welcome back to another episode of the SBC Audio Experience! We’re thrilled to feature Zion Atwater, a talented Video Production Intern with the Utah Jazz & Utah Hockey Club, and a rising star in the sports media industry. A proud VSL alum, Zion graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder with a B.A. in Media Production and a B.S. in Strategic Communication. This summer, she expanded her expertise by working with HallPass Media at Jalen Brunson’s Charity Golf Tournament, collaborating with fellow VSL alumni to create compelling content. Now with the Utah Jazz, Zion is using her skills to produce engaging content for the team and further her career in sports media.
In this episode, Riley & Zion discuss:

• Her experience working with Coach Prime at CU Athletics and how it shaped her content production skills
• The valuable lessons she learned working behind the scenes at NBA Summer League
• Her current role with the Utah Jazz and how she's advancing in the field

Zion’s passion for sports media, coupled with her ability to thrive under pressure and think creatively, makes her a standout in the industry. Tune in to hear about her inspiring journey, her tips for building a standout portfolio, and the importance of networking and mentorship in shaping a successful career.