Brian Cohen
About Brian Cohen
Brian Cohen is a Scorebug Operator with extensive experience in public address announcing across various sports. He has worked for notable organizations such as The Madison Square Garden Company, CBS Sports, and NJIT, and possesses a strong background in sports statistics and live graphics operations.
Work at Madison Square Garden
Brian Cohen has been employed at The Madison Square Garden Company as a Scorebug Operator since 2014. In this role, he is responsible for operating the scorebug system during live sports events, contributing to the overall viewing experience for fans. His tenure at Madison Square Garden spans a decade, during which he has developed a deep understanding of the operational requirements of high-profile sporting events in the Greater New York City Area.
Education and Expertise
Brian Cohen studied Broadcast Journalism at Syracuse University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2001 to 2004. Prior to that, he attended Dean College, obtaining an Associate of Arts degree in Communications from 1999 to 2001. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective communication and media operations, particularly in the sports industry.
Background in Sports Broadcasting
Brian Cohen possesses a broad range of public address announcing experience across various sports, including soccer, volleyball, basketball, lacrosse, hockey, baseball, and softball. He has also gained play-by-play experience in multiple sports such as hockey, soccer, and football. This diverse background allows him to adapt to different sports environments and engage with audiences effectively.
Achievements in Live Sports Graphics
Cohen has demonstrated versatility as a LiveText graphics operator, showcasing his ability to handle different types of live sports graphics. He has extensive experience operating various scorebug systems, including SMT Scorebox, Foxbox, TV Graphics Score Box, and CG-350. His expertise in sports statistics spans a wide array of sports, including football, soccer, basketball, wrestling, hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, field hockey, baseball, and softball.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his role at Madison Square Garden, Brian Cohen currently works as a Scorebug Operator at CBS Sports since 2015 and as a Freelance Scorebug Operator at Program Productions, Inc. since 2017. He also serves as a Public Address Announcer at NJIT since 2012. Additionally, he worked at LDM Worldwide Corp as a Scorebug Operator since 2013 and previously at Quinnipiac University as a Scoreboard Graphics Operator from 2013 to 2017.