ABOUT
My name is Emily Paulson, and I am a sports broadcaster and journalist with a passion for storytelling that began long before I ever stepped in front of a camera. I earned my master’s degree in sports journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University, after completing my bachelor’s degree in journalism at Western Washington University. I currently work as a Multimedia Journalist at KBTX News, where I gain real-world broadcast experience through live shots, anchoring and on-camera reporting in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
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I am a disciplined individual who brings energy, preparation and confidence to every broadcast. My background as a collegiate softball athlete has provided me with strong time management, leadership and communication skills that translate directly to live television. Through my current role, I have continued to grow as an on-air communicator while learning how to think quickly, adapt in live situations and tell clear, compelling stories under pressure. I am a solution maker, taking advantage of opportunities offered to me and creating my own to build the career I want.
I understand the sports world and how journalists can impact the public’s view of sports media. I want to bring a new spark to our industry and challenge people to view the sports world through a humanistic lens. All of my work is driven by the little girl I was, who was curious and grew up wanting to deliver heartfelt, timely stories to everyone.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Aug 2024 - Present
Sports Journalist
AZPreps365.com
Phoenix, AZ
May 2023 - Sep 2023
Travel Communications Intern
American Junior Golf Association
Braselton, GA
Jun 2022 - Aug 2022
Intern
Portland Pickles Baseball Team
Portland, OR
Feb 2022 - Jun 2022
Journalist​
Western Washington University - The Front​​
Bellingham, WA
Reels
Broadcast Work
Riata Ranch Cowboy Girls
Hanging off a galloping horse might sound wild, but for the Riata Ranch Cowboy Girls, it’s just another day of training. These fearless young ladies from around the world come to California’s Riata Ranch to learn trick riding, trick roping and build lifelong confidence.
SW Junior PGA Championship
Junior golfers from around the Southwest are battling the heat, mental pressure and tough competition at the Southwest PGA Junior Championship. The tournament builds the juniors confidence and skills both on and off the course.
ASU's Dynamic Duo
From ping pong battles and rounds of golf, the QB-WR duo of Sam Leavitt and Jordyn Tyson has built a brotherhood that fuels their chemistry on the field. Check out how ASU’s brightest stars are bonding off the field and building something bigger than football.
Arizona Football Reset
Coming off a tough 4-8 season, the Wildcats are entering the 2025 season with high hopes. With second year coach Brent Brennan and confidence from players like Noah Fifita and Dalton Johnson, they are all-in on Arizona football.
Softball Senior All-Stars
With the school out and high school sports ended, the Arizona Softball Coaches Association gave seniors one more chance to step out onto the field. This past week, the association put on three all-star games, allowing athletes from all six classifications to participate.
