On a recent visit to ESPN Headquarters, South Kent School’s Advanced Media Group (AMG) students—Gerd, Zijie, Vignesh, and Patrick—were given an exciting, behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced world of sports broadcasting and media production. Led by Michelle Borsavage, Dean of STEM, the group explored ESPN’s storied past and high-tech present, gaining valuable insight into the careers and technologies that drive the industry.
During the trip, students walked through ESPN’s expansive campus, viewing relics from its founding in 1979 and visiting modern studios where current programming is produced. A highlight of the day was observing the live control room for ESPN’s flagship show First Take, where producers worked in real time to incorporate breaking news into the broadcast. The students saw firsthand how coordination, speed, and 
creativity come together to shape what millions of viewers see on screen.
“It was amazing to see how many different careers branch out from sports broadcasting and television production,” said Ms. Borsavage. “This trip gave our students a clearer picture of how the work they’re doing with AMG today can lead to future opportunities—whether in production, journalism, editing, or digital content creation. They walked away inspired, and we’re excited to see where this experience will take them.”
The trip also gave students a sense of how rapidly media technologies have evolved—and a glimpse into the future of digital storytelling. From cutting-edge studio tools to the collaborative environment of live 
broadcasting, the experience deepened their understanding of media production and opened new possibilities for career exploration.
South Kent School’s Advanced Media Group provides hands-on experience in videography, digital editing, and creative storytelling, allowing students to capture the life of the School while building skills that are increasingly in demand in today’s media landscape.