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Douglas Powers

Portland,MI

Summary

Diligent editor/writer with 20 years of experience writing and editing news stories and columns combined with extensive blog work. Polished wordsmith proficient at proofreading, headlines and content creation. Effective at time management and multitasking in deadline-driven environment.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Editor/Writer

Townhall Media
Arlington, VA
04.2014 - Current
  • Find topics in areas of politics and media that are of interest to readers and write/edit stories and headlines for website that attracts 15-20 million page views per month.
  • Distribute content to site's social media (Twitter, Facebook) to increase readership.
  • Assist other editors/writers in reviewing their articles for grammar, spelling, punctuation, accuracy, and compliance with standards.
  • Participate in occasional online Q & A sessions with readers/VIP members.

Station/Traffic Manager

WLNS-TV6
Lansing, MI
01.1993 - 05.2013
  • Managed department of individuals tasked with preparing daily program logs, rundowns, and commercial placement. Consistently boosted sales by assisting with initiatives designed to enhance revenue.
  • Worked closely with sales and news staff to ensure proper segment timings and commercial placement.
  • Prepared quarterly reports for FCC showing station compliance with all federal regulations.
  • Spent over one year serving as Station Manager.

Blogger/editor

Michelle Malkin
Colorado Springs, CO
06.2009 - 01.2018

Contributed content to Michelle Malkin's highly-trafficked blog as a guest writer for several years.

Education

Associate of Applied Business - Business Administration

Davenport University
Lansing, MI
05.1991

Skills

  • Preparing, editing stories and headlines according to AP style
  • Social media distribution via Buffer and Tweetdeck
  • Extensive Wordpress experience
  • Story and content development
  • Error correction

Timeline

Editor/Writer

Townhall Media
04.2014 - Current

Blogger/editor

Michelle Malkin
06.2009 - 01.2018

Station/Traffic Manager

WLNS-TV6
01.1993 - 05.2013

Associate of Applied Business - Business Administration

Davenport University
Douglas Powers