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Nicole Russell

DFW,TX

Summary

Experienced opinion columnist passionate about creating compelling content and driving engagement on Texas-related news and events. Talented at crafting dynamic stories, informative columns and persuasive copy that resonate and inspires readers.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Opinion writer

Fort Worth Star-Telegram
01.2022 - Current
  • Wrote two or more syndicated columns weekly after research and interviews, including one 'rapid response,' one local, and one national column
  • Wrote at least one or more editorials weekly after seeking input and consensus from the Editorial Board on a current local or Texas-related issue
  • Participated in weekly discussions with news and opinion staff on trending topics and upcoming news
  • Developed local sources and relationships with Texas politicians like Gov. Greg Abbott, Rep Dan Crenshaw Rep Chip Roy and Mayor Mattie Parker.
  • Granted interviews via radio, zoom, and print about covering politics and policy in Texas.

Writer and Journalist

Fort Worth, TX
08.2018 - Current
  • Regular contributor to Newsweek on politics, policy, or cultural issues
  • Regular contributor to the Washington Examiner's print and web editions, covering law, the Supreme Court and other policy or cultural issues.
  • Opinion pieces in The Atlantic, The Daily Beast, Human Events, The Federalist, The Daily Signal and the New York Post


Writer and Journalist

Washington, D.C.
09.2008 - 08.2018
  • Contributor to The Federalist and the Washington Examiner covering the 2016, 2012, and 2008 elections, Supreme Court cases, and culture
  • Opinion or reported pieces in The New York Times, Politico, National Review Online, Reason, The American Spectator, and The Washington Times
  • Cultural pieces in Wine Enthusiast and Parents magazines
  • Regular radio interviews for various stations nationwide and television appearances on CNN and 'Fox and Friends
  • 2010 Winner of the American Spectator's 'Young Journalist of the Year' award.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in English -

Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH
05.2004

Skills

  • Interviews & Research
  • Photography Staff Direction
  • Broadcast Media
  • Online News Content
  • Traffic-Driving SEO
  • Clear, Concise, Engaging Style
  • Audience & Headline Collaborations
  • Critical Thinking & Persuasive Writing

Timeline

Opinion writer

Fort Worth Star-Telegram
01.2022 - Current

Writer and Journalist

Fort Worth, TX
08.2018 - Current

Writer and Journalist

Washington, D.C.
09.2008 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts in English -

Cedarville University
Nicole Russell