Michael Alcaraz

Michael Alcaraz has a diverse work experience in the sports industry. Michael started their career as a Sports Editor and Writer for El Yanqui newspaper. Michael then worked as a Communications Intern for KRML Radio, where they attended community events and assisted with rebranding. Michael also gained experience in front-of-house roles in a restaurant and banquet setting at Sticks Restaurant, a part of Pebble Beach Company.

Moving on, they worked as an On-air Analyst and Host for BUTV10's student-run sports TV show, where they also assisted with audio mixing, editing, and creating graphics. Michael'scontributions to the show earned him the 2018 Student Award for Excellence from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, Boston/New England Chapter for Best Sports Program.

Michael then took on the role of a Sports Columnist and Podcaster for The Daily Free Press, where they wrote a weekly column and created, hosted, and produced the "Game Time" podcast. Michael later joined TB12 as an Editorial Manager & Copywriter, where they were responsible for editing and writing various types of copy. Michael ensured branding, grammatical correctness, consistency, and AP Style compliance.

Michael's most recent role was as a Content Manager for the San Diego Padres. Michael was in charge of building and executing the team's social media strategy across multiple platforms. Michael created and published content to engage fans and drive brand growth. Currently, Michael is the Director of Social Media for the Oakland Athletics.

Michael Alcaraz attended Trinity Christian High School from 2010 to 2014, where they did not receive a degree or study a specific field. Michael then enrolled at Monterey Peninsula College from 2014 to 2016, where they obtained an Associate's degree in Communication and Media Studies. Following this, they attended Boston University from 2016 to 2018, earning a Bachelor's degree in Communication (Advertising) and Political Science.