Meet the 2020 Award Winners: North Dakota Sportscaster Jody Norstedt

This award spotlight is on NSMA 2020 North Dakota Sportscaster of the Year, Jody Norstedt, a first-time NSMA winner! On-Air Talent for Midco Sports Network, Host of Varsity Sports Live & North Dakota Varsity Sports Update. Jody also does North Dakota high school play-by-play and is a sideline reporter for North Dakota State basketball.

Norstedt was interviewed by NSMA intern Sahil Dhawan on his career and the industry as a whole.

NSMA: What was your career path like on your way to your current position?

Jody: I trace it back to dirt track racing. My dad loved to take us to those races and I would love to hear the announcer there. Me and my brother went home and pretended to be broadcasters. I always thought it'd be something cool to do one day. Switched my area of study to broadcast journalism. Got an internship and then a full time offer out of college.

NSMA: What is your favorite part of the job?

Jody: Giving high school sports a big stage. Showcasing the kids, they just want the have fun and represent their schools. Uplifting and encouraging stories all over the place. Sharing stories that truly impact people.

NSMA: What's some advice you can give those new to the industry?

Jody: Work hard, do what your bosses ask you to do. Get the basics down, Working with social media, editing, behind the scenes work, play by play etc.

NSMA: What has been the highlight of your career thus far?

Jody: Attending the NFL Combine was incredible. Being side by side with guys like Adam Schefter and Ian Rappaport. Also, covering Carson Wentz's first professional game in Philadelphia was awesome.

You may watch the entire interview here:

Written by NSMA Intern,

Sahil Dhawan