Rachel West

Rachel West is a seasoned sports journalist with a diverse background in broadcasting and multimedia production. Currently serving as Sports Anchor/MMJ at WTOC-TV since December 2023, Rachel is responsible for anchoring and producing sports segments, conducting interviews, and shooting live events. Prior experience includes roles at Tampa Bay Times as Sports Multimedia Producer, where Rachel produced features and managed social media channels, and at Tampa Bay Lightning as a Broadcast Assistant, creating on-air features. Rachel has also worked with Tampa Bay Rays as a Broadcasting Intern and ESPN Gainesville, covering multiple sports and producing content for various platforms. Rachel holds a Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications from the University of Florida and has demonstrated expertise in video editing, scriptwriting, and live broadcasting throughout various positions held since 2017.