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Brody Smoot

LaGrange

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven contributing writer with a background writing for multiple media entities. Expert in SEO strategies and content creation, curation, and delivering engaging articles that enhance reader engagement. Enhanced knowledge in research skills and effective communication. Working with co-workers to achieve team goals, individual goals. Utilizing informative and opinionated pieces that resonate with audiences and elevates brand awareness.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Contributing Writer

Touchdown Alabama Magazine
10.2024 - Current
  • Wrote compelling stories regarding the Alabama football program
  • Responsible for writing four articles daily
  • Covered the team and recruiting
  • Developed engaging story ideals
  • Formatted each story by using AP principles
  • Responsible for creating headlines, slugs, meta descriptions, SEO titles, and focus keyphrases for each post
  • Composed thought-provoking opinion pieces that sparked lively debates among readership communities.
  • Delivered content to a specific audience's interest
  • Enhanced reader engagement by producing well-researched and informative articles on various topics.
  • Utilized search engine optimization techniques in article creation, resulting in higher search rankings for targeted keywords.
  • Built connections with people within the industry

Contributing Writer

Roll Tide Wire - USA Today Sports
05.2023 - 09.2024
  • Was responsible for constructing stories regarding Alabama sports teams
  • Used SEO training and AP principles to form stories and generate story ideals
  • Communicated and relayed story ideals to site editor
  • Created engaging content pertaining to sports such as football, basketball, and baseball
  • Shared content to site's Facebook page and personal X account
  • Was responsible for covering multiple sports teams and recruiting
  • Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.

Football Referee

Big East Football Officials Association
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Received training to be a referee in the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA)
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of football rules, applying them consistently throughout each match.
  • Worked as a scoreboard operator, statistician, and on-field referee
  • Stayed current on rule changes and updates through regular participation in referee training sessions and workshops.
  • Utilized clear hand signals to communicate decisions quickly and accurately to players, coaches, and spectators alike.

Contributing Writer

Auburn Wire - USA Today Sports
02.2022 - 04.2023
  • Responsible for posting stories related to Auburn athletics
  • Provided opinionated and informational pieces
  • Followed AP principles and SEO guidelines
  • Developed and relayed story ideals to site editor
  • Underwent training on how to generate story ideals, search engine optimization (SEO), and appealing to a particular audience
  • Responsible for uploading stories to site's Facebook account and personal X account
  • Communicated and worked closely with co-workers

Education

Bachelor of Science - News Media

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
05-2024

Skills

  • Strong research skills
  • Deadline oriented
  • SEO strategies
  • Content curation
  • Story pitching
  • Article formatting
  • Content creation
  • Social media
  • Self-publishing
  • Effective communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Contributing Writer

Touchdown Alabama Magazine
10.2024 - Current

Contributing Writer

Roll Tide Wire - USA Today Sports
05.2023 - 09.2024

Football Referee

Big East Football Officials Association
08.2022 - 12.2022

Contributing Writer

Auburn Wire - USA Today Sports
02.2022 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Science - News Media

The University of Alabama

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