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George Pelletier

Fort Lauderdale,Florida

Summary

Detail-focused and creative, with passion for storytelling and knack for engaging content. Well-versed in grammar and language structure, coupled with strong research and editing skills. Committed to producing high-quality work that captivates and informs readers.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Curator

Jellybean Music Group
08.2024 - Current

Utilizing my decades as a national music journalist, as Music Curator, I have been creating categorical purchasing music inventory lists, base on genres for a new music store endeavor by noted DJ and record producer Jellybean Benitez.

Communications Writer

Self Employed Writer
05.2019 - 01.2023

Wrote and created story content for various firms and media outlets, adapting writing styles based on different platforms ranging from print journalism to social media posts.

News Editor/Columnist

The Telegraph
05.2014 - 08.2019

Covered, reported, wrote and edited stories ranging from politics and local news to arts and entertainment. Wrote multi-award-winning humor column, "The Last Retort."

Entertainment Writer

Digital Artists
06.2004 - 04.2014

Worked on various projects, including Rock In Rio in Rio De Janeiro as a writer and producer and additional Fremantle Media assignments.

Executive Editor

Florida International Magazine
06.2001 - 05.2004

Worked directly with the publisher, creating content, designing and overseeing layouts and photo shoots and writing and editing articles. Also wrote and edited advertorial copy for Architectural Digest.

Associate Producer

The Magic of David Copperfield/Copperfield Studios
09.1996 - 09.2001

Worked on two Copperfield CBS TV specials, wrote press releases and coordinated trade industry advertisements. For Copperfield's live shows, provided show and website content, was a liaison for audience members and travel for and with David around the country.

Reporter

People Magazine
11.1991 - 09.1994

Worked on special issues, including "50 Most Beautiful People" and "Best Dressed/Worst Dressed" publications. Wrote and reported copy, interviewed celebrities in New York and Los Angeles and coordinated photo shoots.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology/Communications

University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA
05-1982

Skills

  • Artist relations
  • Social media promotion
  • Creative writing
  • Editing
  • Grammar usage
  • Research
  • Idea brainstorming
  • Exceptional storytelling
  • Fact-checking
  • Content development

Timeline

Music Curator

Jellybean Music Group
08.2024 - Current

Communications Writer

Self Employed Writer
05.2019 - 01.2023

News Editor/Columnist

The Telegraph
05.2014 - 08.2019

Entertainment Writer

Digital Artists
06.2004 - 04.2014

Executive Editor

Florida International Magazine
06.2001 - 05.2004

Associate Producer

The Magic of David Copperfield/Copperfield Studios
09.1996 - 09.2001

Reporter

People Magazine
11.1991 - 09.1994

Bachelor of Science - Sociology/Communications

University of California, San Diego
George Pelletier