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Alan Goldsher

Chicago,IL

Summary

Versatile and accomplished content specialist, sportswriter, and podcast host/producer with 25+ years of experience in multimedia journalism and celebrity ghostwriting. Adept at crafting engaging narratives with a passion for storytelling. Skilled in breaking news coverage, broadcast media, creative writing, and management. Bestselling author of 17 books. Seeking opportunities to leverage expertise in content development, sports content, ghostwriting, and strategic planning.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Author / Content Creator / Ghostwriter

Self-Employed
Chicago, IL
06.1996 - Current
  • Published 17 books, including the bestseller Paul Is Undead: The British Zombie Invasion (Simon & Schuster, 2010), with over 200,000 copies sold globally.
  • Ghostwrote for celebrities, public figures, CEOs, and thought leaders.
  • Contributed to ESPN the Magazine, Bass Player magazine, NBA.com, and other sports and music outlets.

Copy Manager / Sportswriter

Apple
Chicago, IL
05.2023 - 02.2024
  • Created engaging copy for Major League Soccer coverage on Apple TV+, including the MLS Finals..
  • Delivered informative NFL, NBA, MLB, F1, and NCAA copy.

Podcast Lead / Content Manager

Certified Sports Guaranty
Chicago, IL
06.2022 - 02.2023
  • Hosted, produced, and promoted a successful weekly podcast, ranking in the top 25% internationally.
  • Developed a podcast network with multiple shows in sports and collecting space.

Head of Content and Entertainment

Collectable Technologies
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - 05.2022
  • Oversaw all written, audio, and video content and entertainment.
  • Hosted, wrote, produced, and distributed a daily podcast with up to 30,000 active listeners.
  • Managed a team of 10 freelance writers and led the development of a podcast network.

Managing Editor / Senior Writer

Fanduel Group
New York, NY
07.2013 - 12.2017
  • Authored and edited hundreds of viral articles on professional and fantasy sports.
  • Produced and hosted podcasts with up to 35,000 daily listeners.

Founder & CEO

Gold Note Records
Chicago, IL
01.2019 - Current
  • Founded independent record label specializing in jazz and electronic dance music.
  • Released eight albums, two EPs, and 15 singles with 200,000+ Spotify streams and coverage in Jazz Times and Jazziz.
  • Led strategic planning and development initiatives to expand market share and revenue streams.

Producer / Head of Sales

Miles Ahead Jazz Radio
Chicago, IL
02.2002 - 09.2005
  • Produced nationally syndicated jazz radio program, managing advertising and generating over $100,000 in revenue.

Sportswriter

Chicago Bulls
Chicago, IL
08.1999 - 07.2002
  • Wrote engaging features about Chicago Bulls players and coaches for franchise's in-house publications.

Managing Editor / Senior Writer

BMG Direct Music Services
New York, NY
04.1996 - 08.1999
  • Coordinated a monthly jazz "advertorial" magazine with a circulation of 250,000.
  • Curated repertoire and managed freelance writers.

Skills

  • Breaking News Coverage
  • Broadcast Media
  • Creative Writing
  • Ghostwriting
  • Management
  • Mentoring and Coaching Writers
  • Podcasting
  • Script Writing
  • Story Development
  • Sportswriting

Timeline

Copy Manager / Sportswriter

Apple
05.2023 - 02.2024

Podcast Lead / Content Manager

Certified Sports Guaranty
06.2022 - 02.2023

Head of Content and Entertainment

Collectable Technologies
01.2020 - 05.2022

Founder & CEO

Gold Note Records
01.2019 - Current

Managing Editor / Senior Writer

Fanduel Group
07.2013 - 12.2017

Producer / Head of Sales

Miles Ahead Jazz Radio
02.2002 - 09.2005

Sportswriter

Chicago Bulls
08.1999 - 07.2002

Author / Content Creator / Ghostwriter

Self-Employed
06.1996 - Current

Managing Editor / Senior Writer

BMG Direct Music Services
04.1996 - 08.1999

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