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Jalyn Smoot

Jalyn Smoot

Plano

Summary

Freelance Reporter with 10+ years of diverse experience, including significant achievements like amassing over 6 million article views on NewsBreak and covering the Texas Rangers' championship 2023 season firsthand for MLB.com. As an experienced writer, reporter, and editor, this candidate is adept at producing content that resonates with audiences across every multimedia platform.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Sports Writer

YardBarker
11.2024 - Current
  • Utilize SEO techniques to enhance article visibility and drive traffic to online platforms
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of sports news, trends, and player statistics for accurate reporting.
  • Edited and proofread articles to ensure clarity, consistency, and adherence to publication standards.
  • Conducted interviews with athletes and industry experts to gather insights for feature stories.
  • Collaborated with editorial team to refine content strategies and improve reader engagement.

Feature Writer

CBR
04.2024 - Current
  • Movies/Television feature writer for CBR, one of America's largest digital publishing websites
  • Following trending news in television and film
  • Conduct exclusive interviews with voice actors, screenwriters and other Hollywood talent
  • Attended Dream Con 2025 as press
  • Developed compelling headlines that increased reader engagement and improved article visibility.
  • Utilized SEO best practices to enhance content discoverability and drive organic traffic.

Freelance Reporter

NewsBreak
07.2021 - 12.2024
  • Freelance reporter specializing in local news with a focus on sports, business and entertainment
  • Produced timely articles on local news topics, achieving over 6 million views and enhancing community engagement.
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with sources to gather accurate and compelling stories.
  • Developed original articles that adhered to journalistic standards and ethical guidelines.
  • Led initiatives to enhance digital presence, increasing audience engagement through multimedia storytelling.

Freelance Reporter

MLB Advanced Media
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Covered 30+ games at Globe Life Field as a reporter for MLB.com during the 2023 MLB season
  • My day-to-day included interviewing players and coaches, writing pregame and postgame articles for MLB.com, reporting roster moves and injury updates, and collaborating with my team to ensure website needs were met
  • In just nine months, I covered 15 different MLB franchises and wrote over 100 articles across the MLB.com and MiLB.com platforms, reaching millions of readers
  • Served as a point of contact for MLB Radio
  • Conducted exclusive interviews with MLB players and coaches
  • Covered the Texas Rangers 2023 championship season
  • Maintained high journalistic standards while covering critical sports events and playoffs


M365 Apps Trainer

Microsoft
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Train local businesses, schools, and organizations on how to utilize the M365 suite
  • Led monthly virtual coding events with the Boys and Girls Club of America
  • Hosted weekly hour-long live training sessions covering the M365 suite
  • Share knowledge of the inner workings of the M365 suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, with organizations via Teams
  • Developed and executed training programs for diverse audiences, enhancing skill sets and knowledge retention.
  • Facilitated workshops utilizing interactive learning techniques to boost participant engagement and understanding.
  • Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback surveys, implementing improvements based on participant insights.

SMB Sales Representative

Microsoft
03.2020 - 01.2022
  • Sold Microsoft devices to SMBs in DFW region, achieving measurable revenue growth through tailored strategies
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies, significantly boosting revenue and client engagement
  • Conducted 20-25 outbound calls daily, driving sales and addressing client inquiries effectively
  • Answered technical questions about Microsoft devices, enhancing customer understanding and satisfaction
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, ensuring alignment between Microsoft solutions and their business needs.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for growth and inform sales strategies effectively.
  • Developed and executed strategic sales plans targeting small to medium-sized businesses.

Beat Reporter

Metro Philly
11.2016 - 12.2022
  • During my seven years with Metro Philly, the first publication of my writing career, I was a sports reporter for the Eagles, Sixers, and Phillies
  • Through the years, I gained media access to the 2018 NFL Draft, 2021 NBA All-Star Weekend, and 2021 NBA Playoffs
  • Pioneered multimedia sports reporting techniques at Metro Philly, elevating audience engagement
  • Passionately reported on Eagles, Sixers, and Phillies, bringing fresh insights and fan engagement
  • Maintained high journalistic standards while covering critical sports events and playoffs

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Journalism and Broadcasting

University of North Texas
Denton
05.2023

High School Diploma -

Plano West Senior High School
Plano, TX
06.2016

Skills

  • Writing and Editing
  • Communication
  • Reporting
  • Video editing
  • Digital photography
  • Social media management

Links

  • LinkedIn
  • Muckrack
  • LinkTree

Timeline

Sports Writer

YardBarker
11.2024 - Current

Feature Writer

CBR
04.2024 - Current

Freelance Reporter

MLB Advanced Media
03.2023 - 10.2023

M365 Apps Trainer

Microsoft
01.2022 - 03.2023

Freelance Reporter

NewsBreak
07.2021 - 12.2024

SMB Sales Representative

Microsoft
03.2020 - 01.2022

Beat Reporter

Metro Philly
11.2016 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Journalism and Broadcasting

University of North Texas

High School Diploma -

Plano West Senior High School

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