Albert perrotta
Lusby,Maryland
Summary
A dynamic and prolific writer-producer across multi-media, from hard news and commentary to topical humor, Americana and inspirational. A visionary manager skilled at fostering team unity and keeping the trains running at a news operation regardless of the storm.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Washington Bureau Chief/Senior Editor
The Stream
03.2024 - Current
- Responsible for writing the morning and afternoon newsletters "The Brew" and "Al's Afternoon Tea."
- Responsible for writing articles analyzing and commenting on crucial issues of the day, often on very tight deadline.
- Responsible for writing breaking news stories.
- Responsible for covering major events in Washington, DC.
- Responsible for representing The Stream in media interviews.
Freelance Writer
Self
09.1989 - Current
- Co-author of #1 Amazon best-seller "The Politically Incorrect Guide to Immigration."
- Co-writer of counter-terrorism memoir "Hostile Intent."
- Co-writer of "The Counter-Terrorism Handbook."
- Freelance writer, "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno."
- Writer, assorted industrial videos.
- Playwright, "A Christmas Scene" and the original musical "Bethlehem."
Managing Editor/Acting Editor-in-Chief
The Stream
09.2014 - 03.2024
- As Acting Editor-in-Chief, oversaw all activities and personnel of The Stream, while continuing to serve as Managing Editor and writing my daily newsletter "The Brew" and other original content.
- Managed a diverse, ecumenical team of writers, editors, contributors and support personnel to produce high-quality content on a daily basis on tight deadline consistent with The Stream's principles and the ministry goals of our parent organization.
- Cultivated a culture of collaboration and camaraderie within The Stream team, resulting in consistent output quality, despite limited staff and resources.
- Championed innovative and aspirational storytelling to inform and motivate our readers and listeners.
- Maintained editorial standards by enforcing adherence to Stream and AP style guides, grammar rules.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, setting professional goals, emphasizing the development of skills that would be crucial in the transition from written to multi-media content.
- Proposed and encouraged the creation of multi-media content.
- Conducted daily editorial and prayer meetings with Stream staffers
- Created specific features for staffers to highlight their unique giftings.
- Mentored staff writers and outside contributors, improving their skills and overall team performance.
- Served as liaison between Stream staff and our parent organization and outside consultants.
Senior Content Creator
Reelworld
08.2011 - 08.2013
- Utilizing my previous creative and supervisory experience at Premiere Radio Networks, I helped develop Reelworld's morning and afternoon drive prep service for radio stations across the country.
- Wrote on tight deadline content for those services, featuring brief, engaging round-ups of the latest news in culture and entertainment.
VP/Creative Director
All Comedy Radio
04.2004 - 04.2011
- Developed and produced original audio content for the nation's first nationally-syndicated 24/7 terrestrial comedy station.
- Developed, wrote and produced the thrice-daily "ACR News" comedy news casts.
- Developed and wrote the daily syndicated "News Burps' topical humor prep sheet.
- Assisted ACR CEO-President in administering the business operations of the company.
Investigative Assistant/Writer
West Coast Detectives, International
10.2001 - 04.2004
- Assisted in solving sensitive cases with thorough research and detailed reporting.
- Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing findings for presentation to supervisors.
- Wrote the daily post-9/11 counter-terrorism newsletter, "The Vine."
Education
Master of Arts - Practical Theology
The King's University
Los Angeles, CA05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Arts
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD12-1984
Skills
Writing and producing unique, engaging, high-quality news, commentary and aspirational multi-media content on a daily basis under tight deadline
Directing and coordinating the flow of original content from staffers and contributors on a 24/7 news and commentary site
Managing, motivating, and molding a diverse team of talents into a unified and lethal creative and informational force
Timeline
Washington Bureau Chief/Senior Editor
The Stream
03.2024 - Current
Managing Editor/Acting Editor-in-Chief
The Stream
09.2014 - 03.2024
Senior Content Creator
Reelworld
08.2011 - 08.2013
VP/Creative Director
All Comedy Radio
04.2004 - 04.2011
Investigative Assistant/Writer
West Coast Detectives, International
10.2001 - 04.2004
Freelance Writer
Self
09.1989 - Current
Master of Arts - Practical Theology
The King's University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Arts
University of Maryland, College Park
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