Opal Simmons
601 W 24th Street
(804) 399-3536 • Opal.simmons02@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/in/opal-simmons

EDUCATION

Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA
Bachelor of Science in Sport Management
Expected Graduation: May 2025
Dean’s List: Fall 2021

Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA

Master of Arts in Lifespan and Digital Communication

Expected Graduation: May 2027

RELATED EXPERIENCE

Graduate Assistant

Old Dominion University Women’s Basketball, Norfolk, VA

August 2025 – Present

  • Photograph potential recruits during their visits, aiding in the recruitment process.
  • Document pre-game and post-game activities to create a comprehensive visual record of team moments.
  • Managed live social media coverage across Instagram, X, and Facebook during games
  • Designed graphics for digital and social media use
  •  Supervised interns in capturing key game-day moments and the environment
  • Coaches Film Assistant
    Old Dominion University Football Team, Norfolk, VA
    August 2021 – May 2025
  • Record and edit practice film for coaching review, enhancing player performance.
  • Capture game day events and key plays for coaches and officials’ instant replay.
  • Upload and edit game footage to Catapult Thunder for coaches’ immediate access.
  • Produce live-action shots for ESPN broadcasts, showcasing team performance.
  • Provide training to new students on daily responsibilities involving coaches’ film.
  • Proficient in Panasonic AG-AC 160, JVC GY-HC500, and 8K MastRcam.
  • Experience in uploading game day film to the phones and iPads of coaches and players via Catapult Thunder
  • Film and edit the coaches’ weekly press conferences
  • Manage the setup of team meeting rooms at various hotels during away games.

Photographer

Old Dominion University Football Team, Norfolk, VA

August 2021- May 2025

  • Photograph potential recruits during their visits, aiding in the recruitment process.
  • Document pre-game and post-game activities to create a comprehensive visual record of team moments.

Videographer
Henrico High School, Richmond, VA
October 2017 – February 2020

  • Filmed football and basketball games, supporting game analysis and team development.
  • Gained experience in camera operation and video editing, enhancing the quality of coaching reviews.

SKILLS

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Premiere, and Lightroom.
  • Proficient in Windows and Mac operating systems
  • Knowledgeable in Catapult Thunder for video sharing and organization.