Kyle Ryan Email & Phone Number

Chicago, IL, US

• Led copywriting, concept creation, and innovative content development for lululemon, crafting compelling narratives that align with the brand's vision
• Provided strategic podcast pitch evaluation and development guidance for clients, enhancing the quality and marketability of their audio content
• Developed and pitched original podcast concepts to major networks and brands, showcasing creative storytelling and unique audience engagement strategies

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Owned the development process for original ideas, external submissions, and show acquisitions
• Led the development of projects from external and internal pitches, shaping all aspects of the creative from preproduction to release
• Provided extensive story and episode notes, as well as fact-checking
• Collaborated with CEO and COO to establish vision for network projects
• Served as Exactly Right Media (ERM) point person for external production partners, agents, and talent
• Reviewed 50+ pitches per month to make recommendations to CEO, COO, and company co-founder

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Produced compelling copy across gender and product categories (electric scooters, shoes, jeans, pants, shirts, accessories) for web, in-store signage, company apps, and partner channels
• Developed editorial content for company blogs, including interviews, feature stories, and press releases
• Crafted social content that drove double-digit percentage increases in engagement every month
• Strategized multi-channel campaigns, identifying potential influencer partnerships and innovative content ideas to amplify brand reach

Los Angeles, California, United States

• Consulted, developed, and pitched episodic series, films, and podcasts to top streaming services, networks, and production companies, driving new business opportunities and creative collaborations
• Delivered copywriting and branded content for high-profile clients, including HBO, the Recording Academy, and MUCHO (Barcelona), aligning brand messaging with audience engagement strategies
• Crafted engaging band biographies and album press releases for leading record labels like Merge Records, Fat Wreck Chords, and Fat Possum, enhancing artist visibility and media coverage
• Launched Band Name Bureau, a popular monthly newsletter expanding on the hit feature I created for The A.V. Club, building a loyal subscriber base and brand presence

Santa Monica, CA

• Led the creative development process for TV, film, web series, and podcasts, collaborating with individual creators, production companies, and media brands to bring innovative projects to life
• Supervised and actively contributed to all stages of development, from idea selection through to successful pitching
• Authored and created comprehensive treatments, bibles, scripts, and pitch decks, ensuring compelling narratives and visual concepts
• Worked closely with creators and talent to enhance project marketability, incorporating buyer insights and industry trends
• Pitched projects to networks, streaming services, production companies, and producers, successfully showcasing unique content offerings
• Secured talent attachments for both on-screen and behind-the-camera roles, enhancing the appeal and credibility of projects

Chicago, IL

• Established Onion Inc.'s inaugural TV/film development department, laying the groundwork for future projects and collaborations
• Secured deals for a pilot, script, three-picture film agreement, weekly cable talk show, documentary, and a digital web series that set traffic records, significantly enhancing the company’s media presence
• Collaborated with staff, alumni, and outside contributors to develop a diverse range of long- and short-form projects, fostering a creative and innovative environment
• Selected and nurtured projects for development, working closely with creators to refine concepts and ensure high-quality execution at every stage
• Served as the key liaison between Onion Inc. and representation, facilitating smooth communication and a consistent pipeline of projects for buyers
• Led successful pitches across major networks, streaming services, and various brands, showcasing Onion Inc.'s unique creative vision and expanding its market reach

New York, NY

• Led the website for the largest pop-culture publication in the U.S., achieving 170 million pageviews, over 30 million unique visitors, and 2.6 million monthly video streams every month
• Revamped the website’s voice and structure, successfully expanding coverage areas and consistently setting traffic records almost every month
• Rebuilt a 20-person editorial staff following significant turnover, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Coordinated complex editorial projects, including comprehensive coverage of Comic-Con, user-generated content initiatives, celebrity tributes, and the implementation of a new content management system (CMS)
• Collaborated effectively with print, publishing, video, business development, and audience development teams, ensuring integrated strategies and cohesive messaging
• Pitched, wrote, and executive produced engaging web series, enhancing the publication’s digital footprint and audience engagement

Chicago

• Held multiple supervisory editorial roles, including Associate Editor, Managing Editor, and Editor, leading diverse teams to success
• Oversaw daily operations of avclub.com, the internet's premier pop-culture site, achieving 35 million monthly pageviews and consistently setting traffic and engagement records
• Managed local and remote staff and freelancers, successfully rebuilding The A.V. Club after significant turnover and fostering a collaborative work environment
• Supervised all aspects of editorial operations, including pitches, scheduling, editing, writer development, video production, and analytics, while handling hiring, firing, and payroll
• Created, developed, and hosted The A.V. Club's podcast, Reasonable Discussions, enhancing the publication's audio presence and audience engagement
• Pioneered the internet's first podcast-review feature, Podmass, providing a weekly roundup of the best podcast episodes and establishing a new standard for digital content

Chicago

• Supervised the transition of the New York-based comedy staff to the Chicago headquarters, ensuring a smooth and efficient relocation
• Rebuilt the Onion staff following significant personnel losses during the move, fostering a cohesive team environment
• Assisted in overhauling the editorial process, focusing on daily content that led to a remarkable doubling of traffic to theonion.com within five months
• Coordinated editorial coverage and special projects, enhancing the publication’s content offerings
• Generated headlines and story ideas, contributing to the ongoing creative development of the site