John T. M. Higgins, Mm Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, California, United States

* Guide direction of the Audio/Video vertical.* Edit staff and freelance writers' copy and coordinate publishing schedule.* Conduct SEO and product research to write reviews, news, and feature content on Audio and Video products.

Greater Los Angeles Area

* Wrote, reviewed, and consulted on audio/video content for IGN, Wirecutter, Projector Central, T3, Cineluxe, SoundStage! Solo, Sound and Vision, and Home Theater Magazine.* Conducted detailed measurements of TVs and projectors using calibration software to provide readers with up-to-date, accurate information.* Functioned as a writer and copy editor for Home Theater Magazine/Sound and Vision, providing content on home theater equipment and peripherals.* Acted as a technical writer for a monthly “Tech Talk” column in Channel Guide magazine covering new advances in television technology.

Greater Los Angeles Area

* Delivered high-quality post-sound editing, re-recording mixing, and composition services for short and feature-length films.* Provided effective communication and adapted to feedback to ensure final product consistently exceeded client expectations.* Tailored effects to suit each individual project’s requirements, enabling seamless implementation within the chosen medium.

Greater Los Angeles Area

* Acted as a vocal coach/accompanist with a specialty in musical theater for diverse clients, working closely with directors, producers, and technical staff to create live productions. * Performed as a pianist for rehearsals and performances in the Greater Los Angeles area, including classical concerts with members of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and concerts with the Pacific Symphony.* Hired as a pit musician for multiple musical productions and arranged vocal music for various a cappella groups.* Served as a guitarist, keyboardist, and vocalist for the LA-based recording pop/rock band Former Future.

Los Angeles, California, United States

* Promoted to positions of increasing authority and responsibility due to exemplary performance and strong management abilities. * Oversaw and united a diverse team of staff editors/writers and freelance writers in providing cohesive, meaningful coverage of cutting-edge tech products while monitoring for top performance. * Designed and guided an innovative tech editorial content strategy based on traffic and trend analytics to best serve and support readers while boosting engagement. * Created and implemented top-notch, detail-oriented testing and review protocols for tech verticals to assist readers with critical purchasing choices. * Managed a detailed editorial calendar for all tech content, including reviews, consumer-educational pieces, and features to maximize coverage and grow readership. * Supported and mentored direct reports to grow and develop as journalists, offering guidance on effective practices and standards while fostering creativity and writer’s voices. * Collaborated with other teams, including deals, product, and other content teams, on large projects to achieve a consistent and unified Reviewed-brand voice across all departments.* Edited and wrote comprehensive reviews and features with a focus on audio/video (A/V) content, delivering all on time and above expectations. * Maintained stability throughout multiple personnel changes and major company-wide shifts, including a new URL and publishing strategy.

Los Angeles, California, United States

* Served as the point person strategically assigning day-to-day coverage of audio and television content to staff writers and assisting in developing stories. * Attended and participated in weekly content meetings to brainstorm and conceptualize creative ideas. * Streamlined and refined key testing procedures to improve content quality and deliver pertinent information to a diverse audience. * Edited staff writers’ copy and coordinated publishing with the production team, continually meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. * Conducted extensive SEO and product research to write reviews and feature content on A/V products and technology.

Remote

* Offered relevant advice to the Managing Editor on strategic product coverage within A/V verticals.* Wrote and edited reviews and features pertaining to A/V to ensure error-free content in accordance with the editorial style, rewriting prose for clarity, readability, and voice consistency.

Greater Los Angeles Area

* Designed engaging curriculum and taught beginning and advanced-level music classes encompassing performance, theory, music history, and music technology.* Planned and structured performance class timelines for multiple annual shows and scheduled/oversaw rehearsals with both professional and amateur musicians.* Managed a multi-thousand-dollar yearly education budget. * Hired and directed a team of musicians for theatrical production performances, ensuring the selection of qualified candidates for each position.

Bachelor Of Music, Piano And Audio Production

Master Of Music, Keyboard Collaborative Arts