Nathan Ladehoff

Video Editor | Director of School Success & Support @Striv_Education

[Nathan Ladehoff @LadehoffNathan]

Year 2 is starting for our online community of digital media and broadcasting teachers. I’m so excited to help inspire and serve our community members.

Why?

I started making videos when I was 12 (11 years ago) and have only gotten more involved in digital media. And I started broadcasting as a sophomore in high school (7 years ago).

I found that students who are a part of digital media and broadcasting programs learn more than just the technical skills. They learn communication, teamwork, and responsibility.

But they need a teacher to guide them to success.

At @Striv_Education we work with over 60 teachers. Building out multi-year program plans, developing student technical skills, and creating future-ready student leaders.

If you are a teacher of a high school broadcast or digital media program, I’d love to connect and hear your story.

DM me and join our community at the link below ⬇️

https://t.co/d6I0DfBy7s

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Some days working from home has its perks. 63 and sunny with very light wind. The back deck is the place to be.

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We went deep on this on the Broadcast Ops Playbook this past episode.

Why teachers fall into the gear trap, the 3 myths that keep students dependent on you, and what to build before you buy.

Watch the full episode: https://t.co/8wDq3UM7k1

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I've never been a teacher. I've never bought equipment for a school program.

But I've sat across the table from a lot of teachers who have, and I see the same pattern over and over.

The grant gets approved. The gear shows up. Nothing changes.

Here's why ↓

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If you're a teacher about to write a grant, or an admin about to fund one:

Build the system first. Roles, accountability, training rhythm, a checklist students follow.

Then add gear. Now you're amplifying a working program instead of an overwhelmed one.

The order matters more than the budget.

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Communication is key in broadcast team settings, just like in sports. Using headsets can make students feel part of a team, not isolated. This enhances engagement and makes programs run faster and smoother.

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Stop trying to scale your broadcast program before mastering your current level. As complexity grows, so does the potential for things to go wrong. Focus on mastery first!

@Striv_Education

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Student: "This looks complicated."

Teacher: "It's not, just press this button."

The button: 👇

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Running 44 games in 2 weeks pressure-tested all our systems. They held up at scale, giving us confidence in our methods. It's about learning through experience in the 'pressure cooker.'

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Stepping into new roles, from directing to color commentary, and even a surprising return to play-by-play. The biggest thrill? My dad tuned in unknowingly and thought I was great on air!

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Game day prep: Don't wait until the last minute. Train for your role, not just the event. Always have a backup plan and a utility player on deck. Reflect with your crew afterward. Even 2 minutes of reflection moves the broadcast forward.

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An unexpected assist from a teacher! With all pronunciations and stats loaded into Broadcast Ops, he made preparing for the broadcast a breeze. A great moment highlighting teamwork and confidence building.

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Ran a 10-day basketball tournament with over 100 students, and it was the least stressed we've ever been! The secret? Months of preparation and adding structure to operations.

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Those taillights mean we’re going home!

Another great @nsaahome Basketball State Championship tournament covered 💪🏻

I get to do what I love thanks to @Striv_Education

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Quick tip: Broadcast teachers build an escalation path for problem-solving. Train students to troubleshoot with peers, then student leaders, before coming to you. This saves you time and empowers them.

Watch the full episode here: https://t.co/0LbpPhBo9E

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Absolute cinema 🔥👏🏻

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NSAAGirlsBasketballStateChampionships.mp4

#nebpreps | @pinnbank

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Bergan Digital Media is at the NSAA D1 quarterfinals this morning bringing you the broadcast on NFHS Network. 8 guys running cameras, replay, pbp and color commentary! Real world experiences! #strivschools

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🏀 Sutton advances to the next round over Amherst in the D1 Girls State Basketball bracket!

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