Simon Neveu
Longueuil,Canada
Summary
Dynamic senior student in Communication and Rhetoric, focused on launching a career in Sports Operations, Event Management, and Strategic Communications. Demonstrated expertise in driving fan engagement and supporting revenue-generating initiatives, complemented by hands-on experience in Game Presentation, Broadcast Production, and Sports Marketing. Proven bilingual communicator (English/French) with a strong track record in strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration, ready to contribute to innovative projects within the sports industry. Passionate about leveraging communication skills to enhance live entertainment experiences and foster meaningful connections with audiences.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Game Presentation Intern
New York Islanders (NHL)
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Led the IslesU Program Capstone, researching the role of emotion in sports fandom to increase business metrics and presenting strategic recommendations to team executives across all departments.
- Provided hands-on operational support for high-profile events, including the NHL Draft Party, Blue & White team scrimmage, and Entertainment team tryouts.
- Drove Partnership Sales support by creating comprehensive one-sheets and briefs detailing all in-arena sellable assets.
- Assisted in the planning and scheduling of game elements and supported the recruitment and coordination process for the Islanders Energy Team and Ice Crew tryouts.
Football Operations Intern
Montreal Alouettes (CFL)
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Conducted detailed Game Tape Evaluations for Player Personnel/Scouting, analyzing player performance metrics to support decision-making in player selection.
Stats Boy
TVA Sports
05.2023 - Current
- Researched and compiled relevant statistics for MLB games, supporting on-air talents with data-driven discussion subjects.
- Created data-driven charts for on-air analysis; ensured segment timing was dynamically aligned with game developments.
Utility Support
Dome Productions (Rogers Cup Broadcast)
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Supported broadcast production logistics, assisting with production truck assembly and optimizing cameraman assignments.
- Collaborated directly with the Producer to ensure high-quality content delivery for pregame shows.
Marketing Representative / Junior Trader
BET99
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Conducted market research and negotiated sponsorships within the competitive sports betting industry.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication And Rhetoric
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY12.2025
Community College (CEGEP) - Sports Management and Marketing
Champlain College
Longueuil, QC05.2020
Skills
- Strategic Rhetoric
- Persuasive Presentation
- Event Logistics
- Operational Coordination
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Nonverbal Communication
- Statistical Analysis
- NHL Operations
- Game Presentation
- Sports Communications
- Sports Marketing
- Broadcast Support
- Sports Betting Regulation
- Bilingual (English, French)
Core Competencies:
Industry Knowledge:
Languages:
Affiliations
Recruitment Chairman, Sigma Chi Fraternity.
Timeline
Game Presentation Intern
New York Islanders (NHL)
06.2025 - 08.2025
Football Operations Intern
Montreal Alouettes (CFL)
05.2024 - 06.2024
Utility Support
Dome Productions (Rogers Cup Broadcast)
08.2023 - 08.2023
Stats Boy
TVA Sports
05.2023 - Current
Marketing Representative / Junior Trader
BET99
05.2020 - 09.2022
Community College (CEGEP) - Sports Management and Marketing
Champlain College
Bachelor of Science - Communication And Rhetoric
Syracuse University