Information Technology Software
Resume:
James Alan Miller
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Writer and editor with sixteen years experience in creating and developing
magazine and online content.
SKILLS SUMMARY
o Successful manager of independent contractors and freelance writers.
o Directed strategy, design, redesign, and launch of multiple Web
properties.
o Recognized technology reviewer for leading-edge products and online
services.
o Frequently quoted, cited and linked to online for opinion and reviews.
o Significantly increased traffic of every Web site managed.
o Proven ability to turn around difficult situations.
o Reputation for fostering a collegial, results-oriented work
environment.
SOFTWARE
o Proficient in online tools, including HTML, Adobe Home Site as well as
content management systems such as CDEV, Movable Type, and Word Press.
o Skilled at using social networking and search engine optimization to
drive readership.
o Adept at Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher, as well as
Adobe Image Ready.
o Expert at several mobile-device platforms, including Apple iPhone, RIM
BlackBerry, Microsoft Windows Mobile, Google Android, Palm OS, and
Nokia Symbian S60.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
QuinStreet, Inc. Norwalk, CT.
2009-Present Senior Contributing Editor
internet.com
Aggregate and summarize technology daily news, whitepapers and research
reports from around the Web for internet.com's EnterpriseMobileToday and
HardwareCentral sites; founding editor who oversaw the development and
design of EnterpriseMobileToday; writer of news, reviews, and feature
articles as well as tips; and Managing Editor of the iPhoneGuide blog and
Datamation's Product Watch section.
WebMediaBrands, Inc. Darien, CT.
1999-2009
Managing Editor
SmartPhoneToday/PDAStreet
Directed editorial content and maintenance of a network of sites devoted to
wireless technology for internet.com. Publications targeted the mobile
professional, consumers, as well as information technology staff in charge
of managing PDA, smartphone and wireless deployments, and corporate
decision makers.
o Assigned, edited, and/or wrote all content (news, reviews, case
studies, tutorials, tips, editorials, and general features).
o Managed a large stable of freelance writers.
o Established a consistent voice across the network; created and
maintained an editorial calendar.
o Interacted with readers through e-mail, online forums, and social
networking tools.
o Cultivated relationships with numerous software and hardware vendors,
analysts, and trade organizations.
o Edited images and graphics for articles.
o Managed Free Downloads section, where mobile software vendors could
share their programs with readers.
o Oversaw the redesign of PDAStreet, launch of iPhoneGuide, and the
transformation of several sub-sites.
o Managed and served as moderator for message boards; ran product
giveaways to forum readers.
o Worked with V.P. Commerce and Licensing to attract ecommerce partners
for sites.
o Used Google Analytics as guide to help increase traffic and help drive
ad sales and ecommerce initiatives.
Enterprise Storage Forum `
Launched and was the first editor in charge of Internet publication
(initially called Network Storage Forum) devoted to network and enterprise
data storage and trends for information technology professionals. The site
served as a one-stop destination where readers could learn about the wide
range of offerings (SANs, NAS, RAID, etc.) in network storage, as well as
gain practical advice and strategies to help them keep corporate data safe
and accessible.
Intranet Journal
Editor in charge of online magazine (originally called Intranet Design
Magazine) targeting information technology professionals and decision
makers: covered the technology behind corporate intranet and extranet
design, collaboration, and knowledge management through news, reviews,
editorials, tutorials, and columns. Moderated message boards.
Ziff-Davis, Inc. New York, NY.
1997-1999
Associate Editor
PC Magazine
Headed up consumer and entertainment technology coverage as editor in
charge of After Hours section.
o Assigned, edited, and/or wrote all content (software and hardware
reviews, tips, and features).
o Managed stable of freelance writers and budget.
o Represented magazine at trade shows, conferences, and vendor meetings.
Windows Pro Magazine
Editor in charge of NT Client section, devoted to Windows
technology and software on the desktop.
o Selected software and hardware products for review; assigned and
edited reviews.
o Developed, assigned, and edited feature articles.
o Managed stable of freelance writers and budget.
o Represented magazine at trade shows, conferences, and vendor meetings.
Windows Sources Magazine
Editor in charge of software and then later the hardware reviews section.
o Selected products (laptops, desktops, printers, hard drives, printers,
monitors, scanners, etc.) for review.
o Managed stable of freelance writers and budget.
o Wrote reviews and monthly column.
o Represented magazine at trade shows, conferences, and vendor meetings.
CMP Media, Inc. Manhasset, NY
1994-1997
Technical Editor
Windows Magazine
o Researched and wrote articles, including news, reviews, and features
for several magazine sections.
o Edited articles for technical accuracy.
o Provided desktop and network technical support for staff.
Assistant Technical Editor
Lab Technician
Lab Assistant
EDUCATION
State University of New York at Albany
Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology
January 1991
o cum laude
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