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Work History
Education
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Affiliations
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Accomplishments
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Tim Lammers

Milwaukee,Wisconsin

Summary

Dynamic Chief Editor with proven expertise in editorial management, content strategy, and team leadership. Developed engaging content across diverse platforms, ensuring quality and consistency while mentoring junior staff.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Editor

Fat Ninja LLC
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
03.2019 - Current
  • Led editorial team to develop engaging content for diverse platforms.
  • Managed workflow processes to ensure timely publication of articles and features.
  • Coordinated with writers to brainstorm ideas and provide constructive feedback.
  • Edited and refined articles to uphold quality and consistency standards.
  • Oversaw content strategy aligning with brand voice and audience needs.
  • Mentored junior editors, enhancing skills in writing and editing practices.
  • Researched industry trends to inform editorial direction and topic selection.
  • Collaborated with design and marketing teams for cohesive project execution.
  • Developed and executed overall publication budget, monitored expenses against income, allocated specific spending and prepared long-range financial plans.
  • Defined audience, voice, scope and purpose of publication in consultation with editorial board, communicated vision clearly to team and created editorial calendar and deadlines.
  • Managed development, editing and publishing of editorial content created for articles, blogs, audio interviews and video features.
  • Maintained an active presence on social media sites such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram as part of a larger strategy for promoting content produced by the organization.
  • Analyzed reader surveys and metrics data in order to identify areas where improvements can be made.
  • Worked with designers to produce visually appealing layouts that meet the needs of readers.
  • Resolved conflicts between authors or departments when necessary in order to move projects forward.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create engaging content for promotional materials.
  • Recruited talented editors from diverse backgrounds who could bring fresh perspectives into the organization.
  • Ensured compliance with copyright laws when using third-party content or images.
  • Consulted with stakeholders regarding potential changes or updates that need to be made before publishing any material.
  • Monitored industry trends and news stories relevant to the publication's target audience.
  • Managed a team of editors responsible for producing quality output according to deadlines set by upper management.
  • Developed editorial guidelines and standards for staff writers.
  • Established relationships with freelance contributors who provided additional coverage when needed.
  • Reviewed manuscripts, articles, and other content for accuracy, grammar, punctuation, style, and formatting.
  • Edited copy for print publications and online content.
  • Collaborated with editor-in-chief to determine journal content and topics of special issues.
  • Worked closely with graphic, photo and video teams to plan and produce compelling content.
  • Edited and proofread social media and blog posts.
  • Provided editing, fact-checking and proofreading for various articles.
  • Determined clearest and most logical way to present information and instructions for greatest reader comprehension.
  • Oversaw layout design and worked with production team members to complete daily and weekly content schedules.
  • Evaluated and integrated new technologies and platforms to enhance content delivery.
  • Negotiated contracts with freelance writers, photographers, and other content creators.
  • Coordinated content planning and strategy implementation across multiple platforms.
  • Managed editorial calendar and ensured timely publication of all content pieces.
  • Implemented fact-checking protocols to uphold the integrity and accuracy of all content.
  • Provided mentorship and career development opportunities for junior editorial staff.
  • Monitored and analyzed content performance metrics to guide future editorial decisions.
  • Collaborated with authors to refine and polish their work while maintaining their voice.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental collaborations to ensure cohesive brand messaging.
  • Coordinated with marketing teams to develop promotional strategies for content dissemination.
  • Conducted thorough research to ensure accuracy and credibility of all published content.
  • Maintained an awareness of industry trends and competitor activities to stay ahead.
  • Curated and managed content submissions, selecting pieces that align with brand values.
  • Supervised a team of writers, providing feedback and guidance to improve quality.
  • Implemented SEO best practices to increase visibility and engagement of online content.
  • Organized and led editorial meetings to brainstorm content ideas and strategies.
  • Uploaded digital images for editing, archiving and electronic transmission.
  • Read, evaluated and edited manuscripts or other materials submitted for publication.
  • Proofread copy to detect and correct errors in spelling, punctuation and syntax.
  • Verified facts, dates and statistics using standard reference sources.
  • Prepared, rewrote and edited copy to improve readability.
  • Developed story or content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal.
  • Assigned topics, events and stories to individual writers or reporters for coverage.
  • Edited digital images lightly or with advanced techniques to create desired effects.
  • Planned contents according to publication's style, editorial policy and publishing requirements.
  • Wrote stories, articles, or newsletters for publication.
  • Reviewed and approved proofs submitted by composing room prior to production.
  • Met with artists, typesetters and production managers to discuss projects and resolve problems.
  • Oversaw artwork, layout and printing, adhering to deadlines and budget requirements.
  • Managed digital archives of photographs, organized files and protected against loss.
  • Consulted with management and editorial staff regarding placement and story development.

Education

Associate of Arts - DEGD

ITT Technical Institute
Greenfield, WI
05-2012

Skills

  • Editorial management
  • Content strategy
  • Workflow optimization
  • Copy editing
  • Budget management
  • Brand alignment
  • Digital publishing
  • Audience engagement
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team leadership
  • Mentorship development
  • Research expertise
  • Performance analysis
  • Effective communication
  • Storytelling techniques
  • Digital media proficiency
  • Multimedia production
  • Budgeting expertise
  • Staff recruitment
  • Fact-checking
  • Brand consistency
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Deadline management
  • Social media strategy
  • Content development
  • Creative direction
  • Brand voice consistency
  • Excellent spelling skills
  • Layout design
  • Event coverage
  • Digital publishing tools
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Troubleshooting
  • Video editing
  • Social media updates
  • Critical thinking
  • Building advertisements
  • Relationship building
  • Advanced editing techniques
  • Keyword optimization
  • Digitizing
  • Assigning stories
  • Headline writing
  • Editing articles
  • Determining budgets
  • Story pitching
  • Video production
  • Video production and editing
  • Fact-checking expertise
  • Interviewing skills
  • Spelling mastery
  • Design processes
  • Style guides
  • Developing community relationships
  • Market awareness
  • Ethical judgment
  • Trend analysis
  • Graphics
  • Deadline driven
  • Pitching articles
  • Covering events
  • Document proofreading
  • Manuscript editing
  • Content management
  • Time management
  • Editing stories
  • Editorial writing
  • Animating
  • Strategic content planning
  • Maintaining standards
  • Audience analysis
  • Audience insights
  • Meticulous proofreading
  • Attention to detail
  • Writing features

Affiliations

  • Avid Movie-goer
  • Filmmaker
  • Reading/Writing
  • Collecting Figures
  • Art/Painting
  • Designing
  • Gaming
  • Animal Lover
  • Attend Conventions
  • Travel
  • Foodie
  • Informed

Languages

English
Professional
German
Professional

Accomplishments

  • 70 percent of the videos featured on my channel were written by me, including all articles published on blogs, social media posts, and merchandise.
  • 2- 30-minute length short films completed with more to come.
  • was able to grow the youtube channel from >100 subscribers to over 10K in 7 months.
  • Currently a twitch affiliate as well

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Chief Editor

Fat Ninja LLC
03.2019 - Current

Associate of Arts - DEGD

ITT Technical Institute