Matt Wagner, 23, has joined the Tennesse Tech Sports Information staff, taking an internship within the department beginning July 20. Wagner will play a key role in the department’s expanding video production area. A 2011 Western Kentucky University graduate, he will produce all of the live web streaming, coach’s shows, and a wide variety of video features and special projects. His position began at Tech on July 20.

His position will utilize both his creative abilities and his technical knowledge. He will work in designing sports programming, promos and creative pieces for Tech athletics, as well as production of all Golden Eagle Athletics video and audio content for the OVC Digital Network, TTUsports.com and social media such as Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. He will serve as assistant producer of The Watson Brown Show.

Wagner will also serve as the primary contact for the Tech men’s tennis team, and assist in the promotion of all 14 Golden Eagle teams.

Wagner graduated from WKU with Summa Cum Laude honors and Bachelor of Arts degree in Television and Film production, with a minor in English. A Danville, Ky. resident, Wagner has worked on film sets, television sets, and sports productions ranging from Lexington, Ky. to Los Angeles.