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JOHN FEULNER

**** ******* ****** **, *** Antonio, TX 78230

Cell: 585-***-**** Email: ****.*********@*****.***

JOURNALIST

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Professional journalist with proven success in supporting news operations in television, radio, print and online

publishing. Hands-on learner that is able to hyperfocus on breaking news, statistics, and trending topics for a

24/7 newsroom. Proficient writer who is able to produce compelling features and actively engage audiences in

key demographic markets on multiple platforms. Skilled in creating headlines and subheads for local and

national syndicated stories. Keen ability to provide expert analysis on national news. Skilled in conducting

meticulous research, interviewing prominent figures, and writing with a distinctive personality on deadline.

Effective in analyzing trends and providing top-tier SEO advice. Able to generate audience growth via social

media.

PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS

News Writing ~ Public Relations ~ Reporting ~ Business Writing ~ Statistical Analysis ~ Copy Editing ~ On-

Air Commentary ~ Social Media ~ Magazine Writing ~ Web Production ~ AP Style ~ Features Writing ~

Radio Productions ~ Publication Design ~ SEO ~ Microsoft Office

RECENT EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

The Sports Journal, Pennington, NJ 2013 - Present

A subsidiary of H4TV Media Corp. The publication aims to enhance the enjoyment of sports fans– offering the

kind of informative and provocative stories that engage audiences and fuel insightful sports conversations.

Features Writer and Executive Editor

Assisted in the development of The Sports Journal magazine through insightful analysis of key content areas to

build around. Expanding the overall reach of the news site and magazine. Conceptualized and wrote compelling

feature stories and magazine articles. Edited and produced digital content syndicated with FOX Sports,

Yardbarker, MSN, and Google News. Worked with and monitored a team of sports writers covering breaking

news, headlines, trade rumors, and reporting at events around the world to develop engaging content for print

and online publishing.

Key Achievements

Assisted in the creation of successful niche publications: The Sports Journal magazine and site. Helped

to spearhead successful cooperative ventures with regional and international broadcast outlets which

further strengthened relationships between the magazine, international sports communities, professional

athletes, and leading sports organizations through strategic public relations.

Led pregame and postgame coverage of major sporting events.

Developed daily assignments for regional sports coverage teams.

Contributed to the development of the website with a strong focus on live news coverage, including, but

not limited to, daily multiple updates and increased viewership to global audience.

Helped to facilitate marketing partnerships with major media outlets that allowed an operational

streamlining of distribution, turned around a failing news site, and created new advertising revenue

opportunities.

H4TV Networks LLC., Philadelphia, PA 2013 - Present

A dynamic media network with digital properties and productions covering sports events in Canada, Nova

Scotia, England, Scotland, Ireland, the United States and specifically New York City.

Sports Analyst and Reporter

Produced on-air sports radio broadcasts covering the MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, and NCAA. Engaged audiences

and dedicated sports fans with insightful discussions, expert commentary, and analysis. Conceived story ideas,

interviewed athletes, and reported on buzzworthy sports topics and headlines.

Key Achievements

Assisted in securing syndication deals with a FOX Sports Interactive Company, which increased

audience reach to 5.6 – 21 million die-hard sports fans.

Strengthened audience engagement through creative and innovative initiatives. Produced Live with

Feulner (a sports radio talk show).

Established an international media presence with leading sports organizations.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

FanSided LLC., Brooklyn, NY

An independent network of fandom-focused sports, entertainment and lifestyle sites on the internet. The

company is a thriving collection of over 300 communities dedicated to bringing together fans to share their

common passions.

Pens Labyrinth Editor

Wrote stories on relevant team issues surrounding the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Appeared as guest on Montreal Hockey Talk radio.

Composed articles and edited staff’s posts.

The Torch, Jamaica, NY

The official student-run newspaper of St. John's University in Jamaica, New York. Founded in 1922, the paper

has been financially independent from the University since 1980. In 1988, The Torch was inducted into the

Associated Collegiate Press Hall of Fame after being awarded a slew of awards from various collegiate

newspaper organizations and has won several awards from the New York Press Association and American

Scholastic Press Association.

Newspaper Columnist

Curated 400-500 word articles for the newspaper.

Conducted interviews with marquee names such as head basketball coach, Steve Lavin.

Wrote articles for St. John's magazine called Courtsided.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

B.S. in Journalism, St. John’s University

Undergraduate Studies: Magazine Journalism, Feature Writing & Reporting, Business Journalism

HONORS AND AFFILIATIONS

National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association

Football Writers Association of America

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