Maurice Garland
Tucker,Georgia
Summary
Communications and editorial leader with more than 20 years of experience helping mission-driven organizations connect with their communities through thoughtful storytelling. Experienced in developing editorial strategy, managing print and digital publications, leading collaborative teams, and translating complex programs into compelling communications. Recognized for building authentic relationships with educators, students, nonprofit leaders, and community partners while maintaining a clear, consistent organizational voice.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Publishing Director, VOX ATL
VOX ATL
Atlanta, GA
01.2017 - 01.2024
- Directed editorial strategy and organizational communications for one of Atlanta's leading youth media nonprofits, working closely with staff, educators, students, and community partners to tell the story of VOX across print, digital, social media, and live events.
- Led the editorial planning and production of VOX's digital and print publications, ensuring a consistent voice across multiple communication channels.
- Planned and managed organizational communications, including newsletters, website content, blogs, social media, and promotional materials.
- Maintained editorial calendars and publishing schedules while balancing multiple projects and deadlines.
- Worked alongside educators and program staff to develop media curriculum, internal/external workshops and create meaningful learning experiences for Atlanta-area teenagers.
- Mentored teen editors and contributors through every stage of the reporting, editing, and publishing process.
- Managed VOXATL.com content, ensuring websites remained current, engaging, and mission-focused.
- Built relationships with media organizations and publishing partners to expand the reach of student journalism.
- Represented VOX at community events, workshops, and public programs throughout metro Atlanta.
Freelance Writer
Self Employed
01.2003 - Current
- Produce editorial for local and national media outlets including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, ANDSCAPE, Billboard, Black Enterprise, Complex, Creative Loafing, Mass Appeal, The Red Bulletin, VIBE, and XXL.
- Develop feature stories, profiles, and editorial content tailored to diverse audiences.
- Conduct interviews with civic leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, artists, and community members.
- Manage multiple concurrent editorial projects while meeting demanding publication deadlines.
Podcast Producer & Host, ATLANTA IS...
Atlanta Is...
Atlanta
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Produced acclaimed limited-series podcast centered around little-known stories about Atlanta's culture spanning music, politics, religion, business and entertainment.
- Wrote and narrated episodes while working with a a team of editors.
- Coordinated guest interviews, editorial planning, production schedules, and promotional content.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Fort Valley State University
Fort Valley, GA05-2003
Skills
- Editorial Strategy
- Organizational Communications
- Writing & Editing
- Newsletter Production
- Website Content Management
- Storytelling
- Community Engagement
- Media Relations
- Social Media Strategy
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Google Workspace
- WordPress
- AP Style
- Adobe Creative Suite
Timeline
Podcast Producer & Host, ATLANTA IS...
Atlanta Is...
10.2024 - 11.2025
Publishing Director, VOX ATL
VOX ATL
01.2017 - 01.2024
Freelance Writer
Self Employed
01.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
Fort Valley State University