
Master The Media
How Media Dietitians Can Earn a Second Salary With Brand Partnerships with Umo Callins | EP 58
Have you ever wondered what it actually takes to go from taking a few local media opportunities to working with major brands? In this episode of the Master the Media Podcast, Amy Gorin talks with sports dietitian and entrepreneur Umo Callins about how her media career grew over time. Umo shares how she got her start with local TV and radio, why she decided to pursue brand partnerships more seriously, and what she has learned from working both on camera and behind the scenes. She also talks about the value of media training, how brand work has helped grow her businesses, and the income potential that can come with these opportunities. Most of all, Umo encourages dietitians and other health professionals to figure out what they are good at, start where they are, and give media a try. Umo Callins is a board-certified sports dietitian and fitness coach with over 15 years of experience working with athletes, teams, and active individuals. She is the co-owner of 180Physique Athletics, a sports performance facility, and the founder and CEO of Well Rooted Health and Nutrition, a group practice offering individualized and corporate nutrition services. She specializes in bridging the gap between performance nutrition and everyday wellness, and is a media dietitian and brand spokesperson featured on TV, radio, and in digital media. As a mom of three, she brings a grounded, real-world perspective to how nutrition fits into busy, active lives. Connect with Umo: Website: https://wellrootedhn.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/umo-callins-ms-rd-cssd-cpt/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sassy.sports.dietitian Tune in: Hot Tea with Umo and Bri Attend this FREE masterclass on How to Build a $50K Brand Bundle Strategy on August 26, 2026: https://masterthemedia.co/masterclass/ Episode highlights: (0:00) Intro (1:35) Umo’s background in sports nutrition, fitness, and business (3:14) How she got started with local media (5:08) Why she wanted to work with brands (5:56) Behind-the-scenes consulting opportunities (7:08) TV, social media, speaking, and brand partnerships (8:23) Umo’s favorite brand partnerships and sponsored trips (11:30) Advice for dietitians who want to get started (12:33) Why media training is so important (15:01) Umo’s experience with Master the Media (17:16) Working with Impossible Foods and Doctor’s Best (19:49) Income potential for media health professionals (21:11) Using her fitness studio for unique partnerships (25:04) Umo’s encouragement for anyone considering media work (26:15) Where to find Umo online (27:24) Outro Support the show Master the Media for Dietitians, Physicians & Healthcare Professionals Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mediamasterywithamy Dietitians on the Blog Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/789355101157569 Need a Guest Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/264636544981623 If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a tip on growing your income and impact through the media! And if you’re feeling extra generous, leave a review—it helps more healthcare pros like you find the show. Thanks for being here—I can’t wait to hang out with you again next time!

