Jim Sands

Writer, Director, Producer, Media Coordinator

United States

About

I have over 20 years of experience in multi-media production working in film, television, radio, photography, and journalism. I am currently working as a sports and news editor, and I'm looking for a new, exciting opportunity. I am a multi-time North Carolina Press Association award-winning journalist who enjoys working in a collaborative, team environment. Please contact me if you have any interest in speaking with me about available opportunities!

Experience

  • Writer, Editor, and Producer at Mike Moore Media
    Nov 2025 - Present · 8 mos

    I produce a weekly sports podcast for Mike Moore Media, "The Rockingham County Coaches Corner." I am also an independent documentary writer and executive producer.

  • Media Producer at Rockingham County, NC
    Nov 2025 - Present · 8 mos

    Executive Producer, "Trooper Strong": Wrote and directed an independent feature-length documentary on faith and athlete resilience, coordinating a full creative team through post-production. Producer/Host: The Rockingham County Coaches Corner sports podcast for Mike Moore Media. Media Coordinator: Driving brand messaging, media relations, and digital content for the North Carolina Coaches Association.

  • Media Coordinator at North Carolina Coaches Association
    Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos

  • Sports Editor at RockinghamNow
    Jan 2026

  • Sports and News Editor at Lee Newspapers - RockinghamNow
    Sep 2014 - Jan 2026 · 11 yrs 5 mos

    I am a jack-of-all-trades. I'm a writer, editor, photographer, statistician and website administrator for both print and online publications.