Jim Huber – The sports broadcasting world is in mourning as Jim Huber, the Director of Programming at AT&T SportsNet, has passed away, leaving his family, friends, and colleagues heartbroken. His unexpected demise has sent shockwaves through the industry, and the news was confirmed in a heartfelt post made on Tuesday.
The post, which expressed profound sorrow, read, “It is with the heaviest heart that I share that my dear friend, my plus one to all things senior year of high school, my just total goober of a friend passed away unexpectedly on Sunday.” The specific cause of Jim Huber’s untimely passing has not been disclosed at this time, adding to the somber mystery surrounding his death.
Jim Huber’s journey of lifelong learning began at Carnegie Mellon University in 1989, where he embarked on his academic pursuits until 1991. His quest for knowledge then led him to the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications & Rhetoric, Philosophy, and Art History in 1995.
Marco Pelusi, one of the classmates and friends, share his condulances for Jim Huber. He stated that:
“Many of my fellow classmates are already aware of the sudden loss of my high school friend, Jim Huber. It’s so sad. He was a great guy, and certainly one of my best friends; and we always made efforts to stay in touch and stay connected throughout the years. Jim did make it out to visit me at my salon here in LA once or twice, also. I am so sorry I will not be able to have a good laugh with him again. I also particularly love this pic from one of my Pennsylvania visits, here with our cherished friend, Sam MacArtney Ditka. I just thought I’d share this shot; it’s a favorite, although there are many favorite pics from over the years. Sending love and sympathy to Jim’s family at this time. Farewell, my old friend! There are no words to describe your loss…”
In the professional arena, Jim Huber’s career began as a Direct Marketing Coordinator in the Retail Banking division of Mellon Bank, NA. He dedicated an impressive 5 years and 3 months to this role, spanning from August 1994 to October 1999.
His expertise and dedication subsequently led him to FSN Pittsburgh, where he made a significant impact during his tenure of 7 years and 7 months. Jim initially served as a Traffic Coordinator for a substantial 4 years and 2 months, starting in November 1999 and concluding in December 2003.
Jim’s undeniable talent and contributions within the organization saw him ascend to the role of Manager, On-Air Promotions, from December 2003 to May 2007. His career continued to ascend as he assumed the position of Director of Programming at AT&T SportsNet.
In this influential capacity, he oversaw and directly executed the scheduling of programming on SportsNet Pittsburgh, LLC. Jim’s responsibilities extended to collaborating closely with the Pittsburgh Penguins and Pittsburgh Pirates, ensuring the seamless scheduling of their respective games for televised broadcast.
Additionally, Jim was entrusted with coordinating all aspects of lead-in and lead-out ancillary magazine programming, perfectly complementing the live Pre/Post Game coverage and an immediate re-air of the game. This comprehensive approach not only delighted fans but also proved advantageous to advertising and affiliate partners.
Jim Huber’s legacy in the world of sports programming will be remembered and cherished by those who had the privilege of working alongside him. His dedication, expertise, and passion for the industry have left an indelible mark, and his absence will be deeply felt by the sports community.
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