MICHAEL PATRICK ALVES
Journalist | Digital Media Specialist
Somerset,MA
Summary
Dynamic multimedia journalist with a proven track record at The Reporter Today and the National Ball Hockey League, excelling in sports journalism, writing, interviewing, and content creation. I have about a half decade of journalism experience, leverage strong storytelling, completive insight, and critical thinking skills to engage audiences and elevate coverage of athletics and community events.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Multimedia Journalist
The Reporter Today
East Providence, Rhode Island
10.2025 - Current
- Cover high school and community athletics for The Reporter Today, conduct interviews with athletic directors, write monthly roundups, and provide photography for local coverage in Seekonk, Rehoboth, and East Providence.
- Https://reportertoday.com/eastprovidence/
- Created multimedia packages, including written articles, photographs, and videos, offering comprehensive coverage of important events.
Color Commentator
Somerset TV & Blue Raider Studios
Somerset, MA
12.2024 - Current
- Provide live commentary, deliver real-time analysis and game insights for broadcast audiences for Somerset-Berkley Regional High School men’s ice hockey and football.
NBHL Staff Writer
NBHL
Swansea, MA
04.2023 - Current
- Produce weekly coverage on NBHL New England division ball hockey games, conduct player & coach interviews, and write feature and/or evergreen stories from around the entire National Ball Hockey League.
- Https://thenbhl.com
Sales Vendor (Hawker)
The Kraft Group
Foxborough, Massachusetts
10.2022 - Current
- Engage with thousands of fans during high-profile events such as the NFL, MLS, and live concerts, selling food and beverages to throughout Gillette Stadium stands and concourse.
Journalist Intern
Sports Media Inc.
Severance, CO
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Create contemporary stories about N.I.L., sports travel, professional athletes, etc. through articles, research, and interviews, developing professional newsroom experience.
- Https://www.sportsmedia.net
- (remote)
Editorial Sports Writing Assistant
The Gatepost
Framingham , Massachusetts
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Cover football, field hockey, and soccer for award-winning newspaper, The Gatepost, producing interviews, game recaps and feature stories. Conducted post-game interviews with players and coaches.
- Https://www.fsgatepost.com
Education
Bachelor Arts Degree - Communications, Professional Writing
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Dartmouth, MA05.2025
Communications - undefined
Nichols College
Dudley, MA05.2023
Communications - undefined
Framingham State University
Framingham, Massachusetts05.2022
Skills
Sports journalism
Strong writing skills
Interview techniques
Broadcast journalism
Immersive video creation
Critical thinking
Content creation
Accomplishments
3x Southern New England Golden Gloves Champion & Battleship Champion Jan 2023 - Present
· Amateur boxing champion in 132-pound division (2023, 2024, 2025)
Thomas “Sarge” Johnson Scholarship Award
USA Boxing Foundation Oct 2024
· $1,850 scholarship awarded to 1/50 dedicated applicants who competed in a minimum of two USA Boxing sanctioned bouts in 2023 and 2024.
Chancellor's Transfer Scholarship
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Feb 2023
· $5,000.00 per year scholarship awarded to a transfer student who has been elected "based on their academic achievement, motivation, and potential to excel at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth."
Chancellor's and Dean's List
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Sep 2021 – May 2025
· Undergraduate students who have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.8 and completed at least 12 graded course credits. Earned each academic year with GPA ≥ 3.8.
ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS
3x Southern New England Golden Gloves Champion & Battleship Champion Jan 2023 - Present, Amateur boxing champion in 132-pound division (2023, 2024, 2025), Thomas “Sarge” Johnson Scholarship Award USA Boxing Foundation Oct 2024, $1,850 scholarship awarded to 1/50 dedicated applicants who competed in a minimum of two USA Boxing sanctioned bouts in 2023 and 2024., Chancellor's Transfer Scholarship University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Feb 2023, $5,000.00 per year scholarship awarded to a transfer student who has been elected "based on their academic achievement, motivation, and potential to excel at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.", Chancellor's and Dean's List University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Sep 2021 – May 2025, Undergraduate students who have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.8 and completed at least 12 graded course credits. Earned each academic year with GPA ≥ 3.8.
Timeline
Multimedia Journalist
The Reporter Today
10.2025 - Current
Color Commentator
Somerset TV & Blue Raider Studios
12.2024 - Current
Journalist Intern
Sports Media Inc.
11.2024 - 02.2025
NBHL Staff Writer
NBHL
04.2023 - Current
Sales Vendor (Hawker)
The Kraft Group
10.2022 - Current
Editorial Sports Writing Assistant
The Gatepost
08.2021 - 05.2022
Communications - undefined
Nichols College
Communications - undefined
Framingham State University
Bachelor Arts Degree - Communications, Professional Writing
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth