TYLER REYNOLDS

Mississauga, ON 416-***-**** ad24wj@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Passionate, versatile, and detail-oriented Content Writer with an academic background in Print Journalism and over 9 years of experience writing, editing, and presenting content for print and digital platforms. Recognized throughout career for possessing a meticulous eye for detail, a knack for storytelling, and a proven history of tailoring approach to meet the needs of specific audiences. Proven history of contributing to all aspects of content development – from initial ideation and research through to post-production and final delivery. Confident and articulate communicator who builds strong working relationships and effectively collaborates with diverse stakeholders on a day-to-day basis. KEY STRENGTHS & SKILLS

ü Content Creation & Promotion

ü News Reporting & Interviewing

ü Copywriting & Creative Writing

ü Strategic Planning & Execution

ü Research & Data Evaluation

ü Leadership & Team Building

ü Video Production & Editing

ü SEO + Digital Marketing

ü Multitasking & Prioritization

Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite Adobe InDesign Photoshop Premiere Pro After Effects JOURNALISM EXPERIENCE

Reporter The Sheridan Sun & Sheridan Sun Online – Oakville, ON 2013 to 2014 & 2018

• Conceptualized and authored news stories on a variety of topics related to Sheridan College and its students

• Created engaging content for the website and online platforms including written articles, videos, and graphics

• Participated in regular editorial meetings to pitch new story ideas, develop concepts, and gain critical feedback

• Contributed to the layout and editing of the weekly newspaper and worked with the Editor to devise headlines

• Conducted independent research, interviewed stakeholders, and submitted initial drafts within strict deadlines

• Attended special events and reported on the activities by creating informative blog posts and twitter updates Key Achievements:

ü Successfully covered the World Quidditch Championships held in Toronto for the website by singlehandedly shooting the video footage, interviewing the participants, and writing and delivering the on-camera scripts ü Received praise for a feature interview with the Sheridan alumni and renowned Canadian cartoonist Jeff Lemire News Writer & Feature Contributor CG Mag Online – Toronto, ON Summer 2014

• Generated feature stories, video content, and product reviews for Comics & Gaming Magazine’s online publication

• Researched potential story ideas, monitored press releases, and conducted interviews with industry professionals

• Distributed email surveys to the magazine’s subscribers to gather feedback and follow-up on prospective leads Key Achievements:

ü Founded multiple popular columns including the “How to Win” articles that offered gaming tips and tricks for popular video games and the “What’s Coming Out This Week” column that reviewed upcoming game releases ü Earned glowing feedback for producing a comprehensive preview and review video of the Shovel Knight game ü Developed scripts and hosted several episodes of the “Lunch Breaks” video game review series for the website PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Cast Member The Disney Store – Mississauga, ON 2014 to 2021

• Provided unsurpassed customer service to clients by addressing all questions and concerns in a timely manner

• Oversaw the store opening and closing duties as the Seasonal Backstage Manager during the Manager’s absence

EDUCATION

Print Journalism Diploma Sheridan College – Oakville, ON 2018

• Studied: Marketing, Journalism, Copywritng, and Public Relations

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