Dan Galvis
PLANO,TX
Summary
Dynamic Assistant News Editor at The Dallas Morning News with a proven track record in elevating editorial standards. Skilled in fact-checking and mentorship, I successfully led teams to produce compelling content while ensuring timely publication. Committed to journalistic integrity and community engagement through impactful sports coverage.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant News Editor
The Dallas Morning News
09.2021 - Current
- Edited and curated news articles to ensure clarity, accuracy and adherence to editorial standards.
- Collaborated with reporters to develop compelling story angles and enhance narrative structure.
- Supervised junior editors, providing mentorship and guidance on editorial best practices.
- Conducted thorough fact-checking and source verification to uphold journalistic integrity in all published content.
- Coordinated with multimedia teams to integrate visual elements into print news stories effectively.
- Assisted with layout design decisions for print editions, optimizing visual appeal while maintaining readability standards.
- Ensured publication of breaking news stories by efficiently managing deadlines and prioritizing tasks.
Multiplatform Editor
The Dallas Morning News
03.1997 - 09.2021
- Edited stories for clarity, coherence and adherence to style guidelines.
- Collaborated with writers to refine content and enhance narrative flow.
- Managed a duty roster while meeting tight deadlines.
- Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling and consistency.
- Prepared, rewrote and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Developed training materials for new editorial staff, enhancing onboarding process efficiency.
Sports Editor
The Hemet News
03.1990 - 06.1996
- Led editorial team in producing high-quality sports content for print platform.
- Established relationships with local athletes, coaches, and organizations to enhance community engagement.
- Developed and implemented editorial guidelines to enhance consistency and accuracy across publications.
- Coordinated coverage of local sporting events, ensuring timely reporting and comprehensive analysis.
- Mentored junior writers, providing feedback to improve writing quality and adherence to deadlines.
Education
Political Science
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CASkills
- News editing
- Editorial standards
- Story development
- Mentorship and guidance
- Fact-checking
- Source verification
- Layout design
- Deadline management
- Journalism ethics
- Editing skills
Timeline
Assistant News Editor
The Dallas Morning News
09.2021 - Current
Multiplatform Editor
The Dallas Morning News
03.1997 - 09.2021
Sports Editor
The Hemet News
03.1990 - 06.1996
Political Science
University of California, Riverside