Husky Productions
Experience Real Sports Broadcasting at St. Cloud State University Husky Productions is an award winning, student run sports broadcasting team that delivers live coverage of select St. Cloud State athletics on The CW and other regional networks. Recognized nationally as one of the top collegiate production programs, Husky Productions gives students an opportunity to work in a real broadcast environment with professional grade equipment, all while producing content watched across the region.
What We Do
Husky Productions broadcasts live from the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center, bringing fans high quality sports coverage each season. Students work in all key production positions, including:
- Producer
- Camera Operators
- Director
- Graphics Operators
- On Air Talent
- Audio Technician
- Replay & Technical Crew
- Video Editors
Each student focuses on a single position for the entire season, allowing them to develop professional level skills and confidence.
Why Join Husky Productions?
- Hands on experience with industry standard equipment
- Live broadcast production—not simulations
- A professional environment that prepares you for immediate industry employment
- Opportunities in both behind the scenes production and on camera roles
- A tight knit crew of 20+ passionate students
- A résumé and demo reel that will stand out anywhere you apply
- This is where you learn the real work of sports broadcasting—and have fun doing it.
On Air Opportunities
Students interested in being in front of the camera can audition for one of two competitive talent roles:
- Ice Side Reporter
- In Studio Host
Auditions take place at the start of each season.
A Legacy of Excellence
Husky Productions is known across the broadcasting world for producing career ready alumni who excel in major media networks.
Notable Alumni
- Matt Gangl – National Emmy winning FOX Sports director known for his work on the World Series
- Katie Storm – Sideline reporter for Fan Duel North
- Michael Oliver – Emmy-winning work for Welcome to Wrexham
- Rachel Herzog – MSG Networks, Inc. – NJ Devils
- Chris Withers – Chicago Sports Network – White Sox TV Producer
- Piper Coleman – ROOT Sports NW Region – Seattle Kraken
- Chelsea Johnson – NBC Sports Philadelphia – Phillies TV Producer
- Clay Matvick – Play-by-Play Announcer - ESPN
Awards & Recognition
- Multiple national first place awards
- Regional broadcasting honors
- National reputation as one of the top collegiate sports production programs
How to Join
Crew positions are filled through interviews each fall. On air positions are filled through auditions.
Look for announcements at the start of the fall semester or contact the Husky Productions Executive producer anytime with questions.
Become Part of Something Big
Build your skills.
Tell the stories.
Create unforgettable live broadcasts.
Join Husky Productions.
#GoHuskies
Contact Information
Derrick Silvestri
TV Studio Manager | UTVS Advisor
dcsilvestri@stcloudstate.edu | 320-308-4784
Press Releases
Husky Productions wins SVG College Sports Media Award
Husky Productions named finalist for Sports Video Group College Sports Media awards
Husky Productions Receives Two Sports Video Group College Sports Media Awards
Husky Productions Wins SVG College Sports Media Awards
Husky Productions to participate in Hockey Day Minnesota broadcast
Husky Productions and KVSC earn 2019 BEA Awards
St. Cloud State's Husky Productions wins 10th SVG award
Husky Productions becomes a staple earning 10th SVG award
Huskies Hockey on Fox Sports North
Husky Productions earns national nod for hockey broadcast
University to invest $4.8 mllion in HD
Husky hockey broadcast wins national media award
Katie Emmer wins sportscaster of the year award
Husky Productions teams with FOX Sports
Husky Productions and UTVS earn national awards
UTVS and Husky Productions win 10 Eric Sevareid Awards
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