Martin Dreyfuss
Summary
Tenacious reporter with a passion for community journalism and impeccable ethics. An engaging storyteller with a track record of telling appealing stories. Proven to thrive in deadline-driven environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Politics Beat Reporter
Cronkite News
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced news coverage by conducting thorough research and fact-checking for accuracy.
- Contributed to increased readership by consistently delivering engaging and timely stories.
- Established credibility with sources by building strong relationships, resulting in exclusive interviews and scoops.
- Improved overall reporting quality through meticulous editing and proofreading of articles before publication.
- Collaborated with editors to develop compelling story ideas, ensuring diverse content that appealed to a wide audience.
- Increased online engagement by incorporating multimedia elements such as photos, videos, and infographics into articles.
- Exceeded deadlines consistently, producing accurate and well-written news stories under tight time constraints.
Education Beat Reporter
Freelance
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced news coverage by conducting thorough research and fact-checking for accuracy.
- Contributed to increased readership by consistently delivering engaging and timely stories.
- Published through several local accredited papers in the Tempe and Phoenix area.
- Exceeded deadlines consistently, producing accurate and well-written news stories under tight time constraints.
- Established credibility with sources by building strong relationships, resulting in exclusive interviews and scoops.
- Improved overall reporting quality through meticulous editing and proofreading of articles before publication.
General Manager
Pies And Grinders
03.2010 - 07.2023
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Developed and executed strategic plans for business growth and expansion, resulting in increased market share.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
- Established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives that enhanced operational performance across all departments.
- Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Sales Associate
Dyson
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Rated top three in my region and top 15 nationally
E-Sports Content Manager
Primal Gaming
03.2014 - 07.2017
- Enhanced website traffic by creating engaging content and implementing effective SEO strategies.
- Developed a comprehensive content calendar for consistent publishing and improved audience engagement.
- Managed a team of freelance content creators, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality articles and blog posts.
- Collaborated with marketing team to develop targeted email campaigns that increased subscriber base.
- Implemented analytics tools to track content performance, making data-driven decisions for optimization.
- Established relationships with industry experts for guest blog contributions and networking opportunities.
- Improved social media presence by curating shareable content that generated increased followers and engagement.
- Managed 30 creators to ensure daily content across Twitch, YouTube, and Twitter.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting interviews and evaluating samples of potential team members.
- Helped manage several competitive teams, including promoting their events, matches and placement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
Walter Cronkite School of Journalism
Phoenix, AZ12.2024
Skills
- Investigative Reporting
- Article Writing Proficiency
- Audience Engagement
- Developing Relationships
- Breaking News Coverage
- Podcast Production
- Search Engine Marketing
- On-Scene Reporting
- Social Media Platforms
- Search Engine Optimization
- Content Management Systems
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
Accomplishments
Published Poet: Are These My Hands or Yours?
DECA State Qualifier
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Politics Beat Reporter
Cronkite News
01.2024 - Current
Education Beat Reporter
Freelance
08.2023 - 12.2023
Sales Associate
Dyson
08.2016 - 05.2018
E-Sports Content Manager
Primal Gaming
03.2014 - 07.2017
General Manager
Pies And Grinders
03.2010 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
Walter Cronkite School of Journalism