Shannon Brown
Announcer at Bristol Motor Speedway- Claim this Profile
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Don Merritt, PhD
Shannon's attention to detail is excellent. This is important when the action is fast and the situation is constantly changing! Pre- and post-bout he is pouring over notes, always working on giving the fans and the athletes the respect and attention they deserve. Shannon creates a rapport with the players and the audience, giving each event a cohesiveness and sense of excitement everyone hopes for when attending a live sports event.
Jay Handler, IOM
To say Shannon...or Voodoo...is a mentor to me wouldn't be quite right. You know as kids growing up we might think, "One day, I want to meet this person", or "How cool would it be to know that person"? Well...since dipping my toes into the Roller Derby announcing pool, there was one guy I always wanted to work with. One guy who people always mentioned when listing the best derby announcers around. I attended a workshop he hosted, I've heard him announce several times, we've worked the mic together a couple, and I've been able to call him on personal issues helping make me a better announcer. Shannon is the man! He's every bit as good as his reputation says he is...probably better. I'm proud to have had the opportunity to work with him, to learn from him, and to know him.
Don Merritt, PhD
Shannon's attention to detail is excellent. This is important when the action is fast and the situation is constantly changing! Pre- and post-bout he is pouring over notes, always working on giving the fans and the athletes the respect and attention they deserve. Shannon creates a rapport with the players and the audience, giving each event a cohesiveness and sense of excitement everyone hopes for when attending a live sports event.
Jay Handler, IOM
To say Shannon...or Voodoo...is a mentor to me wouldn't be quite right. You know as kids growing up we might think, "One day, I want to meet this person", or "How cool would it be to know that person"? Well...since dipping my toes into the Roller Derby announcing pool, there was one guy I always wanted to work with. One guy who people always mentioned when listing the best derby announcers around. I attended a workshop he hosted, I've heard him announce several times, we've worked the mic together a couple, and I've been able to call him on personal issues helping make me a better announcer. Shannon is the man! He's every bit as good as his reputation says he is...probably better. I'm proud to have had the opportunity to work with him, to learn from him, and to know him.
Don Merritt, PhD
Shannon's attention to detail is excellent. This is important when the action is fast and the situation is constantly changing! Pre- and post-bout he is pouring over notes, always working on giving the fans and the athletes the respect and attention they deserve. Shannon creates a rapport with the players and the audience, giving each event a cohesiveness and sense of excitement everyone hopes for when attending a live sports event.
Jay Handler, IOM
To say Shannon...or Voodoo...is a mentor to me wouldn't be quite right. You know as kids growing up we might think, "One day, I want to meet this person", or "How cool would it be to know that person"? Well...since dipping my toes into the Roller Derby announcing pool, there was one guy I always wanted to work with. One guy who people always mentioned when listing the best derby announcers around. I attended a workshop he hosted, I've heard him announce several times, we've worked the mic together a couple, and I've been able to call him on personal issues helping make me a better announcer. Shannon is the man! He's every bit as good as his reputation says he is...probably better. I'm proud to have had the opportunity to work with him, to learn from him, and to know him.
Don Merritt, PhD
Shannon's attention to detail is excellent. This is important when the action is fast and the situation is constantly changing! Pre- and post-bout he is pouring over notes, always working on giving the fans and the athletes the respect and attention they deserve. Shannon creates a rapport with the players and the audience, giving each event a cohesiveness and sense of excitement everyone hopes for when attending a live sports event.
Jay Handler, IOM
To say Shannon...or Voodoo...is a mentor to me wouldn't be quite right. You know as kids growing up we might think, "One day, I want to meet this person", or "How cool would it be to know that person"? Well...since dipping my toes into the Roller Derby announcing pool, there was one guy I always wanted to work with. One guy who people always mentioned when listing the best derby announcers around. I attended a workshop he hosted, I've heard him announce several times, we've worked the mic together a couple, and I've been able to call him on personal issues helping make me a better announcer. Shannon is the man! He's every bit as good as his reputation says he is...probably better. I'm proud to have had the opportunity to work with him, to learn from him, and to know him.
Experience
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Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Announcer
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May 2014 - Present
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Announcer
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Nov 2013 - Present
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Web/IT Manager
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Jan 2008 - Present
Build and maintain LCRG website, update and manage social network strategy and marketing.
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Announcer
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Aug 2007 - Present
Not a paid position, but it is incredibly satisfying. I announce roller derby bouts on the national level as well as hosting events locally.
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Marketing Director
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Feb 2008 - Jan 2014
Marketing events and merchandise online. Maintaining the over-all marketing, branding, and image strategy for a Women's Flat Track Roller Derby team.
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East Tennessee State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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ELearning System Technician
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Aug 1992 - Present
I build and maintain live interactive classrooms running Polycom video conferencing units. and maintain and operate two Codian MCU-4220 bridge, IPVCR as well as two Tandberg TCS and 20+ endpoints. I am familiar with most conferencing systems. I have extensive experience in troubleshooting video conferencing connections and equipment between networks as well as intranet. 18+ years of specialized experience working with international video conferencing and live production have given me many unique skills that allow me to be one of the best in my field. Show less
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Station Manager
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Aug 1990 - May 1993
Oversee the staff and manage day to day operation of a campus radio station.
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Education
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1989 - 1993
East Tennessee State University
Broadcasting, English
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