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Content Writer

Location:
Clarendon Hills, IL
Salary:
$10-15 per post
Posted:
June 14, 2023

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Timothy Lindsey

*** *** ****

630-***-****

Clarendon Hills, IL 60514

adxprp@r.postjobfree.com

Education

COLLEGE OF DUPAGE, Glen Ellyn, IL

May 2019 – Present

Major: English

GPA: 3.057

*In the process of obtaining a Bachelor’s degree.

Professional Experience

Sports Illustrated, Content Writer - New York Giants March 2023 - Present Sports Illustrated is one of the premier sports coverage sites in the world that aims to bring the most accurate and engaging content to fans everywhere.

● Write articles focused on day-to-day news surrounding the New York Giants

● React to game-by-game results, statistics, film, and quotes from players and coaches

● Communicate with other media members focused on telling the same story Sportsnaut, Content Writer September 2022 - Present Sportsnaut is a digital sports media outlet focused on producing content that surrounds sports franchises.

● Write content based on NFL teams, results, and breaking news

● Analyze game-by-game film, statistics, and front office decisions Wisconsin Sports Heroics, Contributing Writer August 2022 – Present Wisconsin Sports Heroics is a sports media outlet that generates content focused on Wisconsin sports.

● Create content that follows the latest news surrounding the Green Bay Packers

● Form opinions based off of statistics and game-by-game results

● Share articles and blog posts on major social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin)

Yardbarker, Content Writer June 2022 – August 2022 Yardbarker is a digital media company focused on publishing sports news and information.

● Write articles with a large emphasis on the latest National Football League news

● Form opinions based on statistics, game-by-game results, and film of all 32 teams Fansided, Contributing Writer March 2022 - Present FanSided is a sports media outlet that consists of individual commentators and writers, who construct articles intended to instruct and educate readers and passionate sports fans about what is taking place in that respective field.

● Write articles based on the events taking place in the National Football League, more specifically with the Green Bay Packers

● Analyze statistics and film to form opinions about players, coaches, and teams

● Post and share article information throughout social media(Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook)

Extra Point Podcast Host August 2019 – Present

Extra Point is a weekly podcast that I launched because of my admiration for sports and sharing the incredible stories of athletes and coaches. Each week, I record and showcase content based on current trends, sports industry news and athlete stories.

● Utilize Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter and TikTok to monitor social channels and target specific audiences

● Write and edit podcast scripts and sports blog posts Skills: Creativity, Social media monitoring, Written/Oral communication, New business development, sports knowledge

● Podcast Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw7_pY3cE5b_UwDpgu7i9RQ Daisy Field Life Magazine, Clarendon Hills, IL July 2017 - December 2018 Editorial Intern

The Daisy Field Life Magazine is a local magazine that connects small businesses with the community, shares stories highlighting Clarendon Hills residents and sells advertising space.

● Contribute monthly magazine articles distributed to over 8,000 Clarendon Hills residents

● Wrote and edited about upcoming events and activities of interest

● Provide a relatable narrative through various story-telling techniques Skills: Time Management, Attention to detail, Writing and editing, Self-starter Coldwell Banker, Clarendon Hills, IL June 2013 - June 2017 Office Assistant

Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC is an American real estate franchise owned by Reaology with headquarters in Madison, New Jersey. The branch I worked at is located in Clarendon Hills, IL. It publishes open house listings, local agents, school details and more.

● Assisted realtors open house preparation and execution

● Executed weekly “Daisy Days” preparation for Coldwell Banker promotional materials

● Designed and edited informational flyers to advertise Coldwell Banker realtors Skills: Multi-tasking, Strong communicator, Microsoft Office Clarendon Hills Park District, Clarendon Hills, IL April 2014 - July 2017 Little League Umpire/Announcer, Concessions Vendor The Clarendon Hills Park District provides over 700 recreational programs a year to its residents from preschool age through 50 years of age or more.

● Oversee field management and upheld safety/league regulations

● Administer Little League baseball rules and game-time commentary for over 20 games • Interacted with local parents and children and conducted and reported inventory of food and beverages

Volunteer Experience

Christ Church of Oak Brook, Oak Brook, IL June 2013 - May 2019 Youth Group Leader and Mission Trip Volunteer

Christ Church of Oakbrook is a non-denominational, multisite church where children, youth, and adults alike build life-changing relationships with God and one another.

● Mentor over 100 middle school children every Wednesday to educate them on scripture and interactive activities

● Assist in annual summer Vacation Bible School Camp as a group leader with preschool - fifth grade students

● Organized CCOB Clothes and Food Drive during the 2016 holiday season

● Participated in the 2014 Nashville, TN “Music City Mission” mission trip to build homes and volunteer in soup kitchens

● Visited “By the Hand After School Program” to deliver presents to inner-city children during the holidays

Packer Camp Volunteer Coach, Mequon, WI Summer 2014 - Summer 2018

● Taught elementary-middle school aged kids how to play football through games and drills

● Educated kids on the history of the NFL - more specifically, the Green Bay Packers

● Provided opportunities for kids to grow closer through team-building Different Point of View on Social Media November 2019 – present Different Point of View is an inspiring, creative blog that uses film, sports, history, music, humor, and other life experiences to simply help people. As people go through life, they learn that positivity, perspective, and faith are everything. Different Point of View helps people look at life with a different perspective when they feel lost or confused on their respective path.

● Creator

● Lead writer

● Social media manager(posting/sharing on all major platforms – Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) Adjectives/Skills:

● Dependable/reliable

● Team-player

● Ability to coordinate with others

● Creative

● Punctual

● Resourceful

● Exceptional written/speaking skills

● Self-starter



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