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Joshua R Svetz

Joshua R Svetz

Washington,DC

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Reviews Editor/Content Coordinator

HipHopDX
Los Angeles, CA
09.2019 - 02.2024
  • Oversaw the editorial workflow, from story editing to assignments, and meticulously selected artists to feature, resulting in a 50% viewership increase to 1.5 Million views.
  • Managed the coordination and scheduling of the new releases calendar, spearheading song/album curation, and the 'Best of the Month' series.
  • Thrived in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment, consistently delivering high-caliber content.
  • Possess comprehensive proficiency in Google Analytics, Parse.ly, and advanced WordPress functionalities, including editing and coding, along with Flipboard integration.
  • Served as Project Manager for the Rising Stars series, scheduling editorial content and artist interviews.
  • Orchestrated the transformation of the HipHopDX Album Reviews section, attracting quality emerging and established writers to elevate content.

Freelance Content Writer

Self-Employed
Washington, DC
01.2019 - Current
  • Crafted engaging artist profiles, features, reviews, and interviews for publications like Paper Magazine, OkayPlayer, Paste, Billboard, Pitchfork, and HipHopDX.
  • Developed compelling biographies and press releases for artists under Universal, Warner, and Sony, as well as independent labels, contributing to successful campaigns for a diverse roster of artists.
  • Developed relationships with the majority of publicists and managers in the music industry, working to coordinate coverage that made sense with their positioning and goals and the various publications I wrote fors priorities.
  • Sent several products including audio equipment, food brands, and other miscellaneous items to test and feature on various publications websites.
  • Wrote compelling and engaging marketing copy for several small businesses.

Audio Editor

Sirius XM
Washington, DC
01.2019 - 11.2021
  • Expertly trimmed soundbites of breaking news and reporter segments, ensuring brevity and exceptional audio quality for national news coverage under stringent deadlines.
  • Skillfully recorded, edited, and catalogued live sports events and interviews with prominent figures, as well as post-and pre-game commentary across MLB, NCAA football/basketball, NBA, PGA, tennis, and professional soccer.
  • Served as the key intermediary connecting newsroom staff, update anchors, producers, and engineers across national offices in Washington DC, New York, and Los Angeles.

Associate Producer and Editor

Westwood One
Washington, DC
02.2018 - 12.2019
  • Managed live board operations and executed post-production tasks for the Jim Bohannon Show, a premier Westwood One program.
  • Composed anchor copy leveraging a deep understanding of the news cycle to craft precise, engaging scripts syndicated by over 900 affiliate stations across the country.
  • Delivered high-quality content within a fast-paced, deadline-sensitive environment.

Education

Russell J. Jandoli School of Journalism
St. Bonaventure University
2018

Skills

  • Copy Editing
  • Fact-Checking
  • Research
  • Content Development
  • Project Management
  • Assigning Stories
  • Keen Eye for Detail
  • Developing Community Relationships
  • SEO Understanding
  • Interviewing Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Video Editing

Timeline

Reviews Editor/Content Coordinator

HipHopDX
09.2019 - 02.2024

Freelance Content Writer

Self-Employed
01.2019 - Current

Audio Editor

Sirius XM
01.2019 - 11.2021

Associate Producer and Editor

Westwood One
02.2018 - 12.2019

Russell J. Jandoli School of Journalism

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