Communications & Marketing Manager with a penchant for telling stories through photos and video. I still occasionally write features on local and national entertainers.I'm the Founder of BLKBHAM, a multimedia blog that tells the often untold stories of African Americans living in Birmingham, Alabama.BYLINES: Huntsville Magazine, Tuscaloosa News, iPush Magazine, Al.com, Planet Weekly, About Town Magazine, Valley Weekly LLC.PREVIOUS CLIENTS: Rolling Out Magazine, Viiv Healthcare, National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), Sidewalk Film Festival, Glenda's Baby Productions, G-Squared Events, Birmingham Children's Theatre, Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Center (BJCC).My work can be viewed at ReggieDAllen.com
Blkbham
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FounderBlkbham Aug 2023 - PresentBirmingham, Alabama, United States
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Marketing ManagerBirmingham Black Repertory Theatre Collective ( Bbrtc) Jun 2019 - May 2023Birmingham, Alabama, United States
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News ReporterThe Birmingham Times Oct 2016 - Feb 2019Birmingham, Alabama, United States• Pitched and developed investigative stories to editors for news features and enterprise pieces.• Worked with staff to produce content relevant to African American residents in the Birmingham metro area.• Collaborated with staff and freelancers to produce news packages on local politics, entertainment, and health. -
EditorThe Valley Weekly Llc Aug 2016 - Jul 2017Huntsville, Alabama, United States• Organized and checked copy for spelling, grammar, usage, and associated press style.• Covered local business, technology, and politics by reporting on topics( i.e Huntsville's introduction to Google Fiber.)•Assisted publisher in establishing sources, finding and executing enterprise news investigations, building and maintaining a strong list of story ideas.
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Arts And Leisure ReporterThe Planet Weekly Aug 2015 - Feb 2016Tuscaloosa, Alabama• Interviewed 50+ celebrities and composed feature stories for the publication’s print edition.•Researched and informed readers on upcoming events, concerts, and plays•Developed a strong rapport with Tuscaloosa’s entertainment and Arts council, venues and the University of Alabama.• Photographed, edited, and culled galleries to accompany news stories and concert writeups.
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Tusk Reporter InternThe Tuscaloosa News Jan 2015 - May 2015Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States• Compiled weekly calendars, detailing the various events in Tuscaloosa.• Assisted photo desk with high profile assignments ( i.e Obama's remarks in Selma, UA Gymnastics)• Wrote weekly features and previews on local and national attractions. -
Social Media Marketing InternThe Tuscaloosa News Aug 2014 - Dec 2014Tuscaloosa, Alabama Area• Managed and updated its website and social media platforms( Twitter and Facebook) • Brainstormed clever strategies with staff to increase social engagement.• Monitored website and social media for correct SEO usage.• Collaborated with video editors to create engaging online content.
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Producer At Wvua-Fm 90.7The University Of Alabama Student Media Jan 2015 - May 2015Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United StatesProduced " Capstone New Now", the University of Alabama's only one-hour news program at WVUA-90.7 The Capstone. Working with a team of 12 news correspondents, I did the following:• Researched and wrote news briefs for the current events segment.• Scheduled and briefed guests before going on the air.•Assisted News Director in verifying sources, coordinating interviews, and outlining the schedule.•Implemented a culture segment that showcased local and national entertainment. -
Contributing Writer- The Crimson WhiteThe University Of Alabama Student Media Aug 2013 - Dec 2014• Wrote weekly enterprise stories for the Culture desk.
Reginald Allen Education Details
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Journalism
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Reginald Allen's current role is VISUAL STORYTELLER | COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER SEEKING FULL-TIME/ FREELANCE OPPORTUNITIES.
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