Daniel Neilan Email & Phone Number

-As the sole writer at the company, I'm responsible for providing meaningful writing and editing support across all our projects, including but not limited to podcast and video scripts, website copy, live events, and marketing materials. -I assist in brand development for new properties, ensuring that the company's voice stays consistent and engaging across all platforms. Additionally, I've written official style guides for our shows/events to help establish the audience-facing brand voice.-Finally, I provide high level creative direction for special projects, including brand collaborations and written think pieces designed to increase audience engagement and help the company stand out in a crowded field.

Los Angeles, California, United States

-Hired as the first full-time staff writer for the narrative podcast Meditative Story, a Signal Award winning show.-Wrote full scripts and provided detailed edits/feedback to other writers' work, ensuring scripts meet the show's high standards.-Led discussions around efficiency and workflow management, updating show playbook and determining production process for future episodes.-Assisted in conducting storyteller interviews and took part in story outlining sessions.-Provided other editorial assistance where necessary (Titles, Episode Description Copy, Mindfulness Guide Prompts, etc)

Chicago, Il

-Contribute satiric headline jokes multiple times per week to The Onion, the nation's leading humor publication.-Contribute to the development of new verticals and voices within the brand, including Onion Gamers Network, a video game news parody vertical.-Occasionally contribute timely jokes pertaining to breaking news stories when the editorial staff requested assistance.-Previously contributed to the Onion's sister site, ClickHole, before that publication went independent.

Chicago, Il

-Wrote and published daily articles covering the most popular television shows, movies, and internet trends.-Collaborated with editors to determine which stories are most timely and of interest to our readership.-Contributed to the weekly Podmass feature, curating and reviewing podcasts that would appeal to our readers.

Los Angeles, California, United States

-Creator and writer of MY GUY DIED, an Audible Original comedy produced by Team Coco.-Developed original pitch alongside Team Coco Creative Director and provided detailed outline to Audible content team.-Lead small writers room to flesh out character bios and specific story beats.-Authored original script and helmed re-write process after receiving feedback from Team Coco staff.-Participated in casting process and director hiring.

Pasadena, Ca

-Provided writing support for individuals and businesses procuring visas from the United States government.-Produced a high volume of material (~10,000 words/week) at a high enough quality to meet the standards of the company and the USCIS.

Chicago, Il

-Worked part-time reviewing and editing content submitted by Wyzant's network of over 80,000 tutors.-Processed tutor requests submitted by students from all over the world and made sure that copy was up to the standards of the company.

Chicago, Il

-Worked alongside a small staff of four writers to create and publish topical, satirical news stories relating to celebrity culture for this short-lived Onion, Inc property.-Wrote and edited multiple daily articles and features covering a wide array of topics and voices.

Sausalito, Ca

-Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media.-Analyzed social media and online marketing campaign results.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy

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