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Denver, Co, Us

Boulder, Colorado, United States

· Lead all copywriting and editorial content development for Harley-Davidson globally· Lead the future of omnichannel, editorial storytelling at Harley-Davidson via owned channels, and drive creative and compelling brand storytelling· Protect the brand identity, preserve the brand’s heritage, and ensure brand consistency across all Harley-Davidson communication channels· Work with cross-functional partners to support the communication needs of all business units throughout… Show more · Lead all copywriting and editorial content development for Harley-Davidson globally· Lead the future of omnichannel, editorial storytelling at Harley-Davidson via owned channels, and drive creative and compelling brand storytelling· Protect the brand identity, preserve the brand’s heritage, and ensure brand consistency across all Harley-Davidson communication channels· Work with cross-functional partners to support the communication needs of all business units throughout Harley-Davidson, ensuring alignment on deliverable quality and creative direction· Ensure budgets and timelines are met, while maintaining excellence in the quality of work· Support the growth and development of an inspired team with a culture based on ambition, openness, trust and collaboration· Develop and manage relationships with external creative partner expertise when required Show less

Boulder, Colorado, United States

• Build, lead, and review work of BIXBI’s creative team in the production of multimedia and marketing deliverables• Chief of editorial efforts for BIXBI-owned media properties i.e. Drool Magazine• Supervise teams of designers, copywriters, photographers, videographers, social media experts, and project managers in the strategic development of BIXBI’s creative messaging• Advance the tone and voice of the BIXBI brand and adjacent multimedia properties • Develop company-wide… Show more • Build, lead, and review work of BIXBI’s creative team in the production of multimedia and marketing deliverables• Chief of editorial efforts for BIXBI-owned media properties i.e. Drool Magazine• Supervise teams of designers, copywriters, photographers, videographers, social media experts, and project managers in the strategic development of BIXBI’s creative messaging• Advance the tone and voice of the BIXBI brand and adjacent multimedia properties • Develop company-wide content strategies and style guidelines in line with brand identity• Discover opportunities for inventive brand collaborations in new markets • Lead brainstorming sessions with in-house teams to maintain strategic brand values and develop innovative creative initiatives• Meet budget standards by forecasting and managing expenses Show less

Long Beach, Ca

•Editor-at-large, Drool Magazine (June 2020-present)•Managing editor, Iron & Air Magazine (February 2021-present)•Editorial contributor to Car & Driver, Chicago Tribune, Maxim, META, L.A. Times, Vice, and more, writing about cars, motorcycles, music, fitness, technology, environmental issues, etc.

Irvine, California, United States

• Oversee production of content to support Super73’s overall strategy and goals.• Determine the tone/voice for Super73 brand, and develop company-wide content strategies and style guidelines.• Conceptualize and direct multimedia content programming to support owned channels, broaden audience, and grow market share.• Run point on content production for brand collaborations and Super73 special projects. • Manage the content budget in order to sustainably support the brand’s… Show more • Oversee production of content to support Super73’s overall strategy and goals.• Determine the tone/voice for Super73 brand, and develop company-wide content strategies and style guidelines.• Conceptualize and direct multimedia content programming to support owned channels, broaden audience, and grow market share.• Run point on content production for brand collaborations and Super73 special projects. • Manage the content budget in order to sustainably support the brand’s growing editorial efforts. Show less

Los Angeles, California, United States

• First employee of the soon-to-open Bike Shed L.A. tasked with engaging a local community of open-minded and accepting motorcyclists. • Manages relationships with partner brands, and conceptualized and oversaw productions for all partnered projects.• Established the voice and tone of Bike Shed Moto Co. through multimedia storytelling.• Wrote and edited long-form feature articles, maintained long-term editorial content calendar, and developed relationships with contributing writers… Show more • First employee of the soon-to-open Bike Shed L.A. tasked with engaging a local community of open-minded and accepting motorcyclists. • Manages relationships with partner brands, and conceptualized and oversaw productions for all partnered projects.• Established the voice and tone of Bike Shed Moto Co. through multimedia storytelling.• Wrote and edited long-form feature articles, maintained long-term editorial content calendar, and developed relationships with contributing writers and photographers.• Served as brand spokesperson at industry/public events. Show less

Greater Los Angeles Area

• Determined editorial content and narrative structure for Iron & Air Magazine.• Created and maintained long-term editorial calendar that detailed articles, columns, photography, and design requirements.• Worked in publishing capacity with Editor-in-Chief to make editorial decisions for all Iron & Air media channels.• Served as spokesperson for the publication/brand in industry venues and at public events to maintain relationships with manufacturers as well as readers.• Assigned… Show more • Determined editorial content and narrative structure for Iron & Air Magazine.• Created and maintained long-term editorial calendar that detailed articles, columns, photography, and design requirements.• Worked in publishing capacity with Editor-in-Chief to make editorial decisions for all Iron & Air media channels.• Served as spokesperson for the publication/brand in industry venues and at public events to maintain relationships with manufacturers as well as readers.• Assigned articles, created assignment contracts, responded to contributor queries, and oversaw writers, proofreaders, copy editors, and editors.• Assisted in shaping and forming partnered content with the marketing department to create engaging, interesting sponsored editorial content.• Edited content, checked for accuracy, and reviewed the publication post-production for errors and omissions.• Created submission deadlines and timetables for advertising copy, proofreading, layout, publication, and distribution.• Contributed to all Iron & Air Media media facets, from feature stories to social media.• Organized logistics for and assisted on photo and video shoots. Show less

Greater Los Angeles Area

•Conceptualized, planned, and wrote feature stories for Automobile Magazine and automobilemag.com•Edited feature stories submitted for publication in Automobile Magazine and on automobilemag.com•Developed concepts for and oversaw the production of special sections, like All-Stars, Sneak Preview, and New Cars•Conceptualized and led editorial development for 2016 Buying Guide (special interest publication) •Worked side-by-side with the creative director to create cohesive… Show more •Conceptualized, planned, and wrote feature stories for Automobile Magazine and automobilemag.com•Edited feature stories submitted for publication in Automobile Magazine and on automobilemag.com•Developed concepts for and oversaw the production of special sections, like All-Stars, Sneak Preview, and New Cars•Conceptualized and led editorial development for 2016 Buying Guide (special interest publication) •Worked side-by-side with the creative director to create cohesive editorial packages •Editor of Automobile Magazine’s front-of-the book section, Ignition o Created, developed, and edited content for features, packages, and pieces o Drew detailed flat plans of each section for each month o Assigned copy to staff and freelance writers, as well as wrote copy for section o Worked closely with design team to create cohesive and attractive section o Constantly improved section themes by adding recurring elements and making Ignition “a magazine within a magazine”•Assigned projects to freelance writers and freelance photographers•Developed video concepts with Automobile Magazine’s videographers•Scripted, produced, and hosted Automobile Magazine’s videos•Helped other editors script and produced videos•Assisted in shooting video B-roll•Contributed short articles to Automobile Magazine and automobilemag.com•Contributed digital photography to Automobile Magazine and automobilemag.com•Tested and logged performance data for press vehicles Show less

Ann Arbor

Editor, Ignition (February 2014-Present):• Create, develop, and edit content for Automobile Magazine’s front-of-the book section (seven to eight pages)• Co-editor of section from February 2014-May 2014, editor of section from May 2014-Present• Develop creative concepts for Ignition features, packages, and pieces• Draw detailed flat plans of each section for each month• Assign copy to staff and freelance writers, as well as write copy for section• Work closely with design… Show more Editor, Ignition (February 2014-Present):• Create, develop, and edit content for Automobile Magazine’s front-of-the book section (seven to eight pages)• Co-editor of section from February 2014-May 2014, editor of section from May 2014-Present• Develop creative concepts for Ignition features, packages, and pieces• Draw detailed flat plans of each section for each month• Assign copy to staff and freelance writers, as well as write copy for section• Work closely with design team to create cohesive and attractive section• Constantly try to improve section themes, add recurring elements, and make Ignition “a magazine within a magazine”Video producer (October 2012-Present)• Develop video concepts with Automobile Magazine’s videographers• Manage video shoots and Automobile Magazine’s video schedule• Script, produce, and stand-in for a majority of Automobile Magazine’s videos• Help other editors script and produce videos• Assist in shooting video B-roll• Upload, tag, and schedule video posts on Automobile Magazine’s YouTube channel• A selection of videos are posted in my projects section, and you can find more videos if you visit www.youtube.com/automobileRoad Test Editor (June 2011-Present)• Contribute articles to Automobile Magazine and automobilemag.com• Contribute digital photography to Automobile Magazine and automobilemag.com• Organize and run Automobile of the Year testing• Organize and run cross-country All-Stars trip• Test and log performance data for press vehicles • Schedule cars for and assist on magazine photo shoots• Coordinate and schedule Automobile Magazine’s vehicle fleet• Manage maintenance of magazine’s long-term test fleet• A selection of writing clips are posted in my publications section, and you can find more if you visit www.automobilemag.com or read this month's issue of Automobile Magazine Show less

Greater Chicago Area

Writer (August 2010-June 2011)• Wrote articles (during my time at Indiana University) that were published across the country in various newspapers, including the Chicago Tribune and Los Angeles Times• Did phone interviews with sources on topics ranging from health care to career advice• Kept an open dialogue with my supervisor via email and phone calls Intern (May 2010-August 2010)• Wrote articles every week that were published across the country in various newspapers… Show more Writer (August 2010-June 2011)• Wrote articles (during my time at Indiana University) that were published across the country in various newspapers, including the Chicago Tribune and Los Angeles Times• Did phone interviews with sources on topics ranging from health care to career advice• Kept an open dialogue with my supervisor via email and phone calls Intern (May 2010-August 2010)• Wrote articles every week that were published across the country in various newspapers, including the Chicago Tribune and Los Angeles Times• Interviewed sources on topics ranging from health care to career advice• Developed a variety of articles for TMS Specialty Products website Show less

Bloomington, Indiana Area

• Worked directly with my clients to develop a fitness regimen through efficient workout routines and lifestyle counseling• Developed an understanding of the human body and the helpful and harmful ways to train it

Bloomington, Indiana Area

• Wrote a weekly opinion column for Indiana University’s student newspaper• Maintained a blog on the IDS website