"I landed on network TV. It wasn't because I was the most talented. It certainly wasn't because I had the best resume. It all started with a list in my phone."
I'm Ariel Epstein — The Prop Queen — and I just dropped a video sharing the unfiltered truth about how to break into sports media in 2026.
No "just get reps in." No course to sell you. Just the real playbook I wish somebody had handed me when I was starting out — including the exact strategy that got me hired at MLB Network without a single audition.
Here's a preview of what I cover:
🎙️ What's in the Video
The "Connections" List in Your Phone: The low-tech system I built in high school that quietly kept me top-of-mind with execs for years — and eventually got me hired at my dream job. No cold applying. No begging. Just this.
Why Your Social Media IS Your Resume Now: In 2026, you don't need the traditional resume I needed. You need content. I'll tell you exactly why posting consistently beats a polished CV every single time.
The Unfair Advantage Under-25s Are Ignoring: If you're young and haven't started posting yet, you are sitting on the biggest head start in the industry. I'll tell you exactly what it is — and why I wish I'd used it sooner.
Thick Skin Is Non-Negotiable: You're going to hear "no" a lot. Emails will go unanswered. People will say you're not ready. I'll tell you exactly how to reframe every single one of those as fuel — because it's not a cliché that all it takes is one yes.
It's Okay Not to Have a 5-Year Plan: My goal in 5th grade was to be the Yankees sideline reporter. I ended up on MLB Network and NBA TV through sports betting. The people who survive this industry are the ones who evolve — not the ones with the perfect plan.
"There may be people with more talent than me, but there's no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do."
— Derek Jeter (My entire career philosophy)
👇 This is the video I wish existed when I was starting out. If you're trying to break in — or know someone who is — this one's for you.
If this resonated with you, share it with someone who's trying to find their way into this industry. The more people who get real advice, the better.
And as always — stay open, keep showing up, and let the work do the talking. 🎙️
— Ariel 👑
Ariel Epstein, known as the Prop Queen, turned her passion for fantasy sports and prop betting into a career. After years of working for other media companies and sportsbooks, it’s time to share her knowledge, preparation and analysis with other sports bettors.
