JOSHUA TAYLOR
Richmond,VA
Summary
Creative Beat Writer who brings unique perspective to storytelling and journalism while thinking outside box to deliver fresh, thought-provoking content. Proven video and audio content creator with a track record of elevating digital presence for brands like Bleacher Report and A to Z Sports. Leveraged SEO optimization to grow a new Commanders writing market in an existing and growing sports writing company. Demonstrates exceptional team leadership and community engagement, ensuring content resonates and drives viewership.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Washington Commanders Beat Writer/Site Owner
A to Z Sports
Remote
07.2025 - Current
- Created a weekly content schedule for 25 required articles based on relevant storylines surrounding the Commanders as the sole site owner.
- Met with the NFL Editor(s) on a weekly basis in order to go over directions for the site, plans for the upcoming week, and evaluate the previous week/performance.
- Optimized Parse.ly reports to better understand highest performing topics for the site in live time.
- Distributed every article and five short-form videos with intriguing social media captions across all platforms including X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube to maximize and grow audience.
- Engaged in communities responses across all social media platforms after distributing written and video content.
- Used SEO best practices when crafting headlines and copywriting in order maximize visibility online.
- Organically grew a new market into an existing and thriving company who hadn't tapped into the Commanders yet by integrating my current following, while reaching a new audience nationwide.
- Partnered with Yahoo Sports, MSN, and other sports outlets to distribute my articles to a larger audience.
Washington Commanders Content Creator
Personal YouTube
01.2023 - Current
- Created a YouTube channel in 2023 and built the channel to almost 7,000 subscribers currently.
- Interviewed NFL Draft prospects and current players like Austin Ekeler for more insight into college football, and the NFL.
- Learned the YouTube algorithm to stay on the top list of recommended videos for Washington fans.
- Reached out to companies and created sponsorships for the show (including Underdog).
- Formed an organic fan base for myself and the channel overtime.
NFL Contributor
Bleacher Report
04.2022 - 07.2025
- Coordinate, and establish ideas for live streams on the Bleacher Report App based off of the biggest headlines in the NFL.
- Stay connected with the latest news, injuries, and storylines in the league to maximize viewership through content on the App, and website.
- Design graphics, and overlays for my streams for a more eye appealing product for customers watching.
- Actively posted on social media for breaking news, and other engagement posts for fans to interact with.
- Traveled to training camps, games, the Senior Bowl, and the NFL Draft for more content on social media, and Bleacher Report streams.
- Created, managed and delivered digital content using multiple techniques for websites and social media platforms.
Education
None - Early Childhood Development and Education
Horry Georgetown Technical College
Conway, SCSkills
- SEO Optimization
- Goal Setting
- Content Strategy
- Community Engagement
- Team Collaboration
- Video Editing
- Organizational Skills
- Graphic Design
- Performance Management
- Team Leadership
- Creative writing
Timeline
Washington Commanders Beat Writer/Site Owner
A to Z Sports
07.2025 - Current
Washington Commanders Content Creator
Personal YouTube
01.2023 - Current
NFL Contributor
Bleacher Report
04.2022 - 07.2025
None - Early Childhood Development and Education
Horry Georgetown Technical College