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Phil Wright

Pendleton,OR

Summary

Accomplished managing editor with a proven track record at the East Oregonian, enhancing productivity and web traffic. Skilled in TownNews CMS, proficient in AP style and adept at fostering reporter skills for impactful storytelling.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Editor

East Oregonian
05.2021 - Current


• Balanced competing priorities while managing several projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

• Oversaw production of digital and print products and streamlined editorial workflow to boost productivity.

• Updated websites and social media with fresh news and content daily.

• Coached reporters to help them improve their skills in reporting and writing.

• Implemented virtual weekly news meeting with five newsrooms in Eastern Oregon to discuss projects, answer questions and address issues, including on journalism ethics.

• Kept an open-door policy for staff, including holding office hours to ensure I was available.

• Updated in-house style guide and established editorial processes to maintain a more consistent voice across all published materials.

• Used analytical tools to track content performance and data to inform decisions.

• Used SEO techniques in headlines to improve web traffic.

Editor

The Obsever
11.2019 - 05.2021
  • Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
  • Developed style guides and editorial processes to maintain a consistent voice across all published materials.
  • Kept up-to-date on industry trends and emerging topics to ensure the relevancy of published materials.
  • Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.
  • Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
  • Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
  • Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.

Reporter

East Oregonian
10.2005 - 11.2019
  • Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
  • Investigated important community issues and put together well-received reports.
  • Developed and maintained network of contacts to facilitate story development.
  • Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.

Education

Master of Science - English

Portland State University
Portland, OR
06-1997

Bachelor of Arts - English

Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
06-1993

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Planning and coordination
  • Deadline management
  • Project management
  • Copywriting and editing
  • Workflow coordination
  • Critical thinking
  • Proficient in TownNews CMS
  • Proficient in AP style

Accomplishments

  • Supervised teams of two to seven staff members.
  • Collaborated with reporters and editors in the development of several series and special sections, including on the lingering effects of the pandemic in the job market.
  • Oversaw East Oregonian, earning Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association's award for General Excellence in 2022 and 2023.

Timeline

Managing Editor

East Oregonian
05.2021 - Current

Editor

The Obsever
11.2019 - 05.2021

Reporter

East Oregonian
10.2005 - 11.2019

Master of Science - English

Portland State University

Bachelor of Arts - English

Western Oregon University
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