Brian Powers
Tryon,North Carolina
Summary
Quality-driven Editor with superior attention to detail and meet stringent deadlines. Superior proficiency in writing guidelines and captions.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
Kokomo Glass and Paint
2023.02 - Current
- Removal, installation, and customization of glass, mirror, and windows for commercial and residential application
- Matching and mixing of custom paint formulas, both interior and exterior, including knowledge of paint properties
- Scheduling appointments, consultations, and repairs for all aspects of the business.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Design and Media Specialist
First Farmers Bank & Trust
2020.03 - 2022.11
- Planned and designed advertisements for digital, print, radio, social media, and television
- Maintained website and other technical papers to comply with regulatory committees
- Utilized Creative Suite and Affinity Designer to create content
- Planned and wrote blog posts, scripts, and stories for brand use.
- Developed multimedia assets including videos, graphics, and articles for maximum engagement.
- Increased brand awareness through creation of innovative print and digital productions for major publications.
Marketing Coordinator
Keramida Environmental Inc.
2019.04 - 2019.11
- Created and maintained immense customer database
- Proofread and provided full edit options for website
- Translated technical data and completed easy to read reports for customers
- Tracked and reported on marketing campaign responses.
- Increased customer engagement through the creation of compelling social media content and strategies.
- Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.
Editor
Peru Tribune
2018.03 - 2019.04
- Oversaw 5-day a week newspaper with a circulation of 1,500 sold per day.
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Selected relevant images to accompany content for maximum impact.
- Maintained open lines of communication with authors throughout the editing process, resulting in smoother collaborations.
- Kept up-to-date on industry trends and emerging topics to ensure the relevancy of published materials.
- Provided concise and constructive editorial feedback to writers to improve article and story writing.
- Wrote and edited AP-style articles, editorials, and opinion page material.
- Delegated and tracked each staff member's assignments and deadlines.
- Supervised reporters, assigned stories and approved articles.
- Made final decision to send newspaper to print.
General reporter
Marion Chronicle-Tribune
2017.12 - 2018.03
- Wrote multiple AP style stories a day for 6-day weekly newspaper with circulation of over 12,000.
- General AP-style news reporter, with a focus on crime and feature stories.
- Developed and maintained network of contacts to facilitate story development.
- Enhanced news coverage by conducting thorough research and fact-checking to ensure accuracy and credibility.
- Attended press conferences, court hearings and special events to stay conversant with current news.
Editorial Intern
Indianapolis Monthly Magazine
2017.05 - 2017.07
- Published articles in both print and online to a monthly print circulation of 45,000 and 100,000 online.
- Tasked with finding and displaying writing styles in multiple voices in various applications
- Played an integral role in the fact-checking of articles; ensuring authenticity and accuracy.
- Collaborated with fellow interns on special projects, resulting in improved workflow efficiency and increased knowledge sharing.
Hospital Foreman
United States Naval Service
2003.02 - 2008.09
- Assisted in the prevention and treatment of disease, disability, and injury using medical aid and preventive medicine procedures
- Instructed medical and non-medical personnel in medical aid, self-aid, personal hygiene, and health records maintenance; assist in the transportation of the sick and injured.
- Provided assistance in the maintenance of environmental and occupational health standards and in chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) casualties and other contingencies
- Assisted in the administrative supply and accounting procedures within medical departments ashore, afloat, Marine Corps, and with Joint Services; serve as sole medical personnel or battlefield Corpsman while assigned to field/operational units
Education
Masters of Arts - English
Arizona State University
12.2024
Bachelors of Arts - English
Indiana University of Kokomo
01.2017
Associates - General Studies
Ivy Tech Community School
01.2015
Skills
- AP Style Writing
- SEO Specialist
- Creative Suite
- Graphic Design
- Affinity Designer
- Editorial Direction
- CMS Development
- Multi-platform content creation
- Script Writing
- Marketing Strategies
- Video Editing
- Newspaper Editing
Accomplishments
- Multiple publications in Indianapolis Monthly, Marion Chronicle-Tribune, and the Peru Tribune
- Founding President of the IUK English Club at Indiana University of Kokomo
- Founding President of the IUK English Club at Indiana University of Kokomo
- Editorial Board Member of the Field Campus Journal at Indiana University of Kokomo
- Graduate of Field Medical Service School
Certification
- SEO cerified (exp. 2025)
Timeline
General Manager
Kokomo Glass and Paint
2023.02 - Current
Design and Media Specialist
First Farmers Bank & Trust
2020.03 - 2022.11
Marketing Coordinator
Keramida Environmental Inc.
2019.04 - 2019.11
Editor
Peru Tribune
2018.03 - 2019.04
General reporter
Marion Chronicle-Tribune
2017.12 - 2018.03
Editorial Intern
Indianapolis Monthly Magazine
2017.05 - 2017.07
Hospital Foreman
United States Naval Service
2003.02 - 2008.09
Masters of Arts - English
Arizona State University
Bachelors of Arts - English
Indiana University of Kokomo
Associates - General Studies
Ivy Tech Community School
- SEO cerified (exp. 2025)
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