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Gina Antoniello is a Finalist of the XFINITY Ultimate Sports Social Media Job contest! Gina graduated with a BA in Communication from Wake Forest University and is currently a MS in Sports Management Candidate at Columbia University. Formerly, Gina was the In-Arena Host and Web Correspondent for the Nets Basketball Franchise for the 2011-2012 season where she was responsible for writing copy for in-game broadcasts, ensuring the continuity of communications and ongoing marketing initiatives for in-arena platforms and producing features for the team website. Currently, she is a Public Relations and Marketing Strategist based in New York City. She works on behalf of professional athletes to secure brand partnerships, recommend social media strategies, arrange charitable appearances, and seek out endorsement opportunities. She also contributes regularly to International Business Times, where she writes sports business pieces.
Gina will be hosted by the Houston Astros on Saturday, April 6 during their Opening Weekend game against the Oakland A’s. Follow her on Twitter @G_Antoniello as she competes in her final contest challenge. And, watch for the Ultimate Sports Social Media Job contest winner to be announced at http://xfin.tv/DreamJob!