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United States Rick Devens has transitioned from accomplished broadcast journalist to a recognized reality television personality, and now serves as a communications director.
Rick Devens joined MGA as communications director, responsible for directing the university's internal and external integrated communications strategy, including media, website, social media, and digital/print publications.
Rick Devens has supported Give Kids The World, a nonprofit organization that creates magical memories for children with critical illnesses and their families.
Rick Devens has supported the Central Georgia Alzheimer’s Association, contributing to their efforts in providing care and support for those affected by Alzheimer's.
Rick Devens joined Jeff Probst's official 'Survivor' podcast as a cohost, participating in discussions about the reality television series.
Rick Devens, originally from Blacksburg, Virginia, earned a bachelor’s degree in communications/journalism from Virginia Tech in 2006. His broadcast career began at WSLS in Roanoke, VA, as a tape editor while he was still attending college. After graduating, Devens joined WGXA in Macon, Georgia, where he developed a comprehensive skill set across various roles. He started as a commercial producer and later contributed as a reporter for the ‘Midnight Blitz’ Friday night football show. This progression led him to positions as a promotions producer, weekend sports anchor, news reporter, and eventually, the sports director. His most recent role at WGXA was morning anchor and reporter, a position he held until 2019.
In 2019, Devens took a leave of absence from WGXA to participate as a contestant on the 38th season of CBS’s reality competition show, *Survivor: Edge of Extinction*. Filmed in Fiji over seven weeks, Devens placed 4th out of 18 contestants. His appearance on the show brought him national recognition, and upon his return, Macon-Bibb County proclaimed May 21, 2019, as “Rick Devens Day.” Following his *Survivor* appearance, Devens engaged in public speaking, supported charitable organizations such as Give Kids The World and the Central Georgia Alzheimer’s Association, and developed podcasts.
In March 2022, Devens joined Middle Georgia State University (MGA) as the communications director within the institution’s Office of Marketing & Communications. In this role, he is responsible for directing MGA’s internal and external integrated communications strategy, which includes media relations, website content, social media management, and digital and print publications. Devens continues to reside in Macon with his wife, Becca Devens, and their two children, Juliet and Jack.
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