Bill Ladson
East Elmhurst,NY
Summary
Accomplished reporter and editor with a proven track record with several media outlets including MLB.com, The Sporting News and FOXSports.com. I excel in building professional relationships. My expertise in breaking news, coupled with knowing the game of baseball, has significantly enhanced publication quality and reader engagement. Skilled in fact-checking and on-scene reporting, I consistently deliver compelling content.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
National Reporter
MLB.com
10.2016 - Current
- Wrote and submitted accurate and engaging stories.
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts such as Mike Rizzo, Stan Kasten and Carlos Mendoza to gain additional insight.
- Participated in community events as a representative of the publication, fostering positive relationships between the news outlet and its audience members.
Beat Writer, Expos and Nationals
MLB.com
11.2002 - 10.2016
- Established relationships with sources and industry experts, enhancing credibility of articles for readers.
- Contributed to publication''s growth by consistently meeting deadlines and delivering relevant content.
- Expanded publication''s reach to new audiences by covering diverse subjects within the beat area.
Bullpen Editor
MLB.com
03.2001 - 02.2002
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
- Edited content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Wrote and created content for various baseball topics.
Associate Editor Baseball
FOXSports.com
11.1999 - 03.2001
- Proofread and edited copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Checked reference sources to verify dates, facts, and statistics.
- Communicated directly with writers to collaboratively assess work and guide editorial improvements.
Associate Editor NBA Editor
The Sporting News
11.1997 - 11.1999
- Collaborated with writers, designers and other editors to deliver content of highest quality.
- Enhanced editorial quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, style, and content accuracy.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas to provide effective edits.
Associate Editor
SPORT Magazine
03.1992 - 11.1997
- Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Provided constructive feedback to writers, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Conducted thorough fact-checking to maintain the integrity of published content and uphold journalistic standards.
Reaearch Editor
SPORT Magazine
08.1988 - 03.1992
- Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.
- Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Baruch College
New York, NY06-1988
Skills
- Copywriting
- Building professional relationships
- Breaking news expertise
- Conducting interviews
- Fact-checking
- On-scene reporting
- Gathering information
- Reporting news
Timeline
National Reporter
MLB.com
10.2016 - Current
Beat Writer, Expos and Nationals
MLB.com
11.2002 - 10.2016
Bullpen Editor
MLB.com
03.2001 - 02.2002
Associate Editor Baseball
FOXSports.com
11.1999 - 03.2001
Associate Editor NBA Editor
The Sporting News
11.1997 - 11.1999
Associate Editor
SPORT Magazine
03.1992 - 11.1997
Reaearch Editor
SPORT Magazine
08.1988 - 03.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Baruch College
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