Phil Bergman

Phil Bergman has a diverse work experience in various sports-related roles. Phil is currently working as the Associate Athletics Director of Creative Services & Broadcasting at the University of Illinois Chicago Athletics. In this role, they oversee communications, broadcast, and creative services departments, including executive producing all ESPN+ broadcasts. Phil also manages a team of full-time employees, freelance staff, and student workers.

Prior to this, Phil worked at the NAVAL ACADEMY ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION as the Director of Multimedia and Reporter/Multimedia Specialist. Phil has experience in reporting, anchoring, and producing sports news and shows. Phil has also worked as a Reporter/Anchor and Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter at KMTV 3 News Now and as a Sports Reporter at KLKN-TV.

In addition to their broadcasting roles, Phil has experience in university settings. Phil worked as a Teaching Assistant and President/Director of Lacrosse Operations at the University of Missouri-Columbia. Phil also held internships and staff positions with various organizations such as Agencia Catalana de Noticias Barcelona, University of Missouri-Columbia, and Patriot Games Lacrosse Tournament.

Throughout their career, Phil has demonstrated skills in communication, multimedia content creation, budget management, and team coordination.

Phil Bergman earned a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where they studied from 2012 to 2016. Phil later pursued a Master's Degree in Sports Administration with a focus on Sport and Fitness Administration/Management at Ohio University, attending from 2019 to 2021. Prior to their college education, Phil attended Strath Haven High School from 2008 to 2012.