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Cover industry news, legalization updates, and viral online and retail casino gambling stories for Write 3- Vegas Insider and Action Network. Create and update evergreen content about casino education and gameplay guides.Align all content with designated casino partners to boost search authority and recognize commercial terms.Stay updated on industry changes and developments to produce timely and relevant content for your audience.

Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Coordinate In-Game Features: Work closely with the host and camera operator to ensure the seamless execution of live and pre-taped scoreboard content, including promotions, contests, and other in-game features.

Oberlin, Ohio, United States

Host the high school football post-game show and fill in as play-by-play announcer for high school football.

Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Provide play-by-play for Ohio High School Athletic Association state playoff football games. Spectrum is the official television partner of the OHSAA.

I developed and implemented a data-driven content and optimization strategy for the KINEXON Sports website that increased organic traffic to nearly 39%, drawing almost 13,000 visitors daily to this niche industry site. This strategy also improved the website’s ‘Page View to Submission Rate’ by 34% year-over-year (YOY), increased new contacts by 3%, and raised the conversion rate to 4%. Additionally, the site experienced a 42% YOY drop in its ‘Bounce Rate.’ Using Ahrefs, I boosted the website’s health score to 92 out of 100.Manage website content and host "The Xtra Edge” podcast.Write optimized blog posts, landing pages, guides, and social posts using Ahrefs and Sistrix.Help produce videos, conduct podcast interviews, and develop a content strategy.Provide keyword research and content recommendations based on an agreed-upon strategy.I also do some light copy editing.

● Research and write articles about the legalization of sports betting and casino gaming in the United States.● Use SEO guidelines to increase web traffic.● Work with editors to cover breaking news stories related to sportsbetting.● Proofread and edit blog posts before publication.● Submit work to editors for input and approval.

Ohio, United States

Provide play-by-play, color commentary, or sideline reports for high school football games.

As a Brand Journalist, I wrote blogs, emails, guides, newsletters, infographics, web pages, and videos. I did this through multiple platforms including digital, broadcast, print, and social media. I was responsible for researching, writing, and coordinating the creation and distribution of various forms of content for multiple clients, including healthcare, manufacturing, and sports. I optimized the content for the web and social media by researching keywords (SEO) and building my content around them.

On the “Courtside Culture Podcast,” we’ll talk to coaches, psychologists, authors, and players about how the right mindset causes everything else to fall into place.On the “Courtside Culture Podcast,” we’ll talk to coaches, psychologists, authors, and players about how the right mindset causes everything else to fall into place—especially in high school or college. The psyche of young players can be very fragile and the approach a coach takes means everything.

Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

Managed morning news team, content, and coverage. Guided the implementation of a new station brand. Managed the brand by producing on-brand topical promotional videos and digital posts. Worked closely with digital managers on social media and web strategies. Monitored morning news content on the web and social media. Worked directly with media relations and public relations professionals to decide which stories aired on broadcast or digital. Maintained an awareness of digital trends, new technologies and platforms. Pitched and assigned reporter stories. Worked with reporters and producers to ensure stories and content were on target and on brand.Planned and executed re-launching of the show. Initiated and led team meetings. Improved overall look of the newscast.Grew ratings in key demographics (A24-54).

Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

Brand Journalist, in a branch of Cleveland Clinic’s Corporate Communications Department called: "The News Service."​During that time, I helped develop a strategy that increased media mentions by 2000% and established the Cleveland Clinic News Service as one of the most-used health information hubs in the country.We produced on-brand videos with Cleveland Clinic experts. I also participated in all stages of article writing for the web, social media, and broadcast outlets, and identified key search engine optimization tactics.We also developed a brand identity, including a distinctive style and tone for all News Service communications, secured media placement on hundreds of broadcast entities including local television and radio affiliates across the country, NBC Newschannel, ABC NewsOne, and "The Howard Stern Show" and websites like "Everyday Health." As Executive Producer of “Sports Health with Cleveland Clinic,” I led a team of people that produced the first-ever, half-hour show done solely by Cleveland Clinic employees. It aired on Sports Time Ohio and earned a Telly Award. One of the stories that I produced for the show title “Concussion Mouth Guard” earned an Emmy nomination.Instrumental in developing relationships with broadcast and website producers, and reporters, creating our current pitch process and posting content.Maintained awareness of digital trends and new emerging technologies and platforms. Trained Cleveland Clinic experts for media appearances.Translated consumer insights into meaningful, on-brand copy. Wrote unique text for websites, including general and branded content. Wrote five pitches, one web article, and eight media advisories per week. Createdand implemented communication strategies and information programs. Arranged an average of 30 interviews and other forms of contact per month for Cleveland Clinic experts. Trained in crisis communications.

I covered the NFL for www.sportsinjuryalert.com until February.It was a great opportunity. Sports Injury Alert provided current information regarding injuries involving your favorite players and the impacts they have on your favorite teams. In addition to providing you with a one-stop shop for all sports injury news, writers provided their own in-depth analysis and unique spin to each article.Sports Injury Alerts’ Core Values: -Providing readers with current injury news from reputable sources.-Providing readers with original analysis and thought-provoking feature articles.-Engaging readers and developing a community of fans.

Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

Weekend Manager and Executive Producer of "Channel 3 News Today."Produced many newscasts and special projects including: “Race for the Cure” and Cleveland Indians spring training. Wrote news articles for the web and initiated coverage on social media.Maintained awareness of digital trends and new emerging technologies and platforms.Earned three regional Emmy awards at WKYC.Developed creative ideas and concepts in partnership with the news director

Columbus, Ohio Area

We built the 3-hour long newscast into one of the most highly-rated local morning shows in the country.We did this by trying new ways to reach our audience. We were always looking for better ways to tell a story. I was blessed to work with a great team of people, who embraced the vision, and executed it flawlessly.We were one of the first stations in the country to provide a live drive-along in a car. We bounced the signal from our helicopter as part of our "Thanksgiving Day"​ travel coverage. We never wondered "if,"​ we always asked "how?"Maintained awareness of digital trends and new emerging technologies and platforms. Produced special projects and programs. Developed creative ideas and concepts in partnership with the news director