Jeffrey G. Rottman

A Dynamic and Vibrant Writer/Content Writer/Copywriter, Video Script Writer, Radio News Director/Reporter & Ediitor

San Angelo, TX 76903

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+1-325-***-****

• Looking for a compelling and spirited Remote position

• Dedicated, passionate, curious, and thoughtful

• Relish working on creative endeavors and enjoy new challenges

• Eager to work on large or small assignments

• Always dedicated to the firm's mission.

• Outstanding Communicator

• Strive to go the extra mile to complete assignments

• A Highly Creative and Imaginative Storyteller

• Self Motivated

• Reliable and Honest

• Collaborative

Linkedin Profile Link:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgrottman/

Writing Portfolio Link:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LoBp7ZtOEoZfAEy8WxLucSiJxeu7X0Tn?usp=sharing Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Radio News and Public Service Director/Writer/Editor/On-Air Reporter - Develop, Write, and Voice News and Public Service Announcements (Full- Time)

Foster Communications, Inc. - San Angelo, TX

February 1989 to Present

1. Write and convey professionally written news stories and Public Service announcements informing the radio audience

2. Daily Use CMS (Content Management System), "SoCast" for Online Posts 3. Cover important newsworthy meetings and events impacting the community, and develop news reports

4. Search out and interview newsmakers

5. Celebrate working in a fast-paced newsroom environment 6. Search for and curate news sources for important on-air notices 7. Narrate and voice news reports and information items on four radio stations 8. Announce and report live on four radio stations 9. Master and daily use digital audio recording software and equipment 10. Produce and host a weekly 1-hour Talk/Public Affairs show for four stations 11. Use WordPress software daily to blog news stories on the firm's websites. 12. Compile quarterly FCC reports on Issue Responsive Programming 13. Ensure technical accuracy and attention to detail in daily work 14. Create timely news and public service announcement scripts for use on-air 15. Frequently use Adobe Audition software for Audio Recording YouTube Script Writer / Website SEO Content Writer - Creative Writing and Web Content, (Part-Time)

Minds Eye Media, LLC - Las Vegas, NV

July 2019 to May 2020

1. All work completed remotely (Part-Time)

2. Created scripts from lists and web sources for the Minds-Eye YouTube Video channel, dealing with new designs for world products and projects.

3. Proficient Work in Google Docs, Drive and Workspace 4. Achieved written SEO-type content for three company websites 5. Mastered creative writing skills for interesting angles to hook viewers and readers 6. Accomplished communicating complex tech topics in easily understandable plain language 7. Successfully coordinated and aided the Channel's video editors with editing 8. Daily scriptwriting for the YouTube channel's narrators 9. Assured of the technical accuracy and attention to detail in the completed assignments Newspaper Photographer

Del Rio News Herald - Del Rio, TX

March 1977 to December 1979

1. Full-time photographer for the Del Rio News-Herald daily newspaper. 2. Daily captured news and feature photos, developed the camera film, and printed the photos to be placed in the paper.

3. Created a weekly feature page for Sunday Edition. 4. Ideated the page, took the photos, wrote the article and photo captions, and pasted the page for publication.

5. Lifelong love interest and skill in photography. 6. Recent Photography Portfolio here: https://jeffgrottman.pixieset.com/ Education

College Level in English, Computer Science, Journalism Angelo State University - San Angelo, TX

September 1980 to June 1982

Skills

• Google Docs (10+ years)

• Social Media Marketing (2 years)

• Content Creation (10+ years)

• Search Engine Optimization (SEO) (2 years)

• Grammarly (5 years)

• Copywriting (3 years)

• Public Relations (10+ years)

• WordPress (6 years)

• Research (10+ years)

• Copy Editing (2 years)

• Keyword research (2 years)

• Proofreading (10+ years)

• Creative Writing (10+ years)

• Content Management

• Social media management

• Digital Photography and Some Video (10+ years)

• Email Marketing

• Communication skills (10+ years)

• Journalism (10+ years)

• AP style (10+ years)

• Media relations (10+ years)

• Press releases (10+ years)

• Digital Marketing

• Google Workspace (9 years)

• Google Chrome OS (6 years)

Military Service

Branch: USAF

Service Country: United States

Rank: TSgt.

September 1973 to June 1975

After active duty, served in the Air Force National Guard, then the Army National Guard for approximately four years.

Commendations:

Campaign Badge Protected Veteran

Certifications and Licenses

Copywriting Certification - WeLoveNoCode.com

October 2022 to Present

• A score of 90%

English Certification - WeLoveNoCode.com

October 2022 to Present

• A score of 95%

Assessments

Work style: Conscientiousness — Proficient

January 2023

Tendency to be well-organized, rule-abiding, and hard-working Full results: Proficient

Attention to detail — Proficient

April 2022

Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information

Full results: Proficient

Social media — Proficient

July 2023

Knowledge of popular social media platforms, features, and functions Full results: Proficient

Work style: Professionalism — Proficient

July 2022

Tendency to be accountable, professional, open to feedback, and act with integrity at work Full results: Proficient

Written communication — Proficient

December 2021

Best practices for writing, including grammar, style, clarity, and brevity Full results: Proficient

Verbal communication — Proficient

March 2022

Speaking clearly, correctly, and concisely

Full results: Proficient

Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees — Proficient July 2022

Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions Full results: Proficient

Marketing — Proficient

May 2022

Understanding a target audience and how to best communicate with them Full results: Proficient

Proofreading — Proficient

June 2022

Finding and correcting errors in written texts

Full results: Proficient

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Additional Information

Striving to be the best at assignments and please superiors. Honest and trustworthy and have a steady, upbeat personality.

Attributes as a longtime media reporter show speedy work and know how to get things done. A problem solver for any role, creative, and finding ways to make projects happen. An experienced writer and editor who works quickly and accurately, plus great critical thinking skills and asking pertinent questions.

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