Résumé
Summary
Experienced writer, digital editor and newsroom producer with 10+ years of experience editing, publishing, and optimizing breaking news and enterprise content across digital platforms. Expertise in copy editing, AP style, headline writing, editorial decision-making, and CMS in fast-paced, deadline-driven newsrooms. Proven ability to exercise sound news judgment, collaborate across editorial teams, and deliver accurate, engaging journalism that serves diverse audiences.
Job experience
Digital Content Producer, CBS Philadelphia
February 2019-Present
• Edit, publish, and manage breaking news, enterprise, and feature stories across web, mobile, and social platforms in a fast-paced, deadline-driven newsroom.
Perform final editorial review to ensure accuracy, fairness, AP style, grammar, clarity, and adherence to journalistic ethics before publication.
• Write compelling, SEO-friendly headlines, decks, summaries, and display copy that maximize audience engagement while maintaining editorial integrity.
• Exercise independent news judgment to prioritize coverage, determine story placement, and publish timely updates during major breaking news events.
• Collaborate with reporters, editors, photographers, producers, and assignment desks to coordinate coverage across digital platforms.
• Select photos, apply metadata, tags, categories, and SEO best practices to improve discoverability and audience reach.
• Publish live and developing stories using newsroom content management systems while managing multiple competing deadlines.
• Monitor real-time audience analytics using Chartbeat and Adobe Analytics to optimize homepage presentation and content performance.
• Ensure consistency with newsroom editorial standards while maintaining accuracy in high-pressure breaking news situations.
Multiplatform Content Producer, NBC Sports Philadelphia
April 2013-February 2019
• Edited, produced, and published daily sports coverage for web and mobile audiences.
• Wrote and edited breaking news, game coverage, features, and analysis
• Crafted engaging headlines, summaries, and promotional copy that increased readership and digital engagement.
• Managed homepage presentation and prioritized content based on audience interest and news value.
• Edited stories for AP style, grammar, accuracy, clarity, and consistency before publication.
• Coordinated coverage with reporters, editors, photographers, and social media teams during live sporting events.
• Produced comprehensive coverage of major Philadelphia sporting events, including the Eagles’ Super Bowl LII championship season, playoff runs, and NFL drafts.
Freelance Sports Reporter, Delaware County Daily Times
August 2017-August 2018
Assisted in high school football coverage in Delaware County and the Philadelphia Flyers on a freelance basis. Used social media for live event coverage, including video and photos. Tracked box scores, interviewed subjects, researched, and wrote stories on a strict deadline.
Digital Content Producer, NBCOlympics.com
February 5-26, 2018
• Played a pivotal role in the digital editorial team for NBC Sports Olympics coverage, specifically focused on the Pyeongchang Olympics.
• Developed and executed comprehensive content strategies to engage and captivate global audiences during the Games.
• Produced and curated compelling written articles covering various Olympic sports and athletes.
• Collaborated closely with video production teams to create engaging video content, including athlete profiles, highlights, and recaps.
• Utilized content management systems to publish and manage digital content, ensuring seamless delivery across multiple platforms.
• Worked under tight deadlines and in a fast-paced environment to provide real-time updates and breaking news coverage.
• Conducted thorough research on Olympic events, athletes, and relevant storylines to deliver accurate and informative content.
• Leveraged SEO strategies to optimize content for search engines, increasing organic traffic and maximizing online visibility.
• Monitored and analyzed web analytics tools to track audience engagement, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions for content optimization.
• Collaborated with social media teams to amplify content reach and engagement, leveraging various platforms to create buzz and drive audience interaction.
Freelance MLB Reporter, The Sports Xchange
April 2017-September 2017
Assisted in Major League Baseball game and preview coverage in Philadelphia. Used social media for live event coverage. Interviewed players and coaches and produced pre- and-postgame content on a strict deadline.
Digital Content Producer, NBCOlympics.com
August 1-22, 2016
• Played a pivotal role in the digital editorial team for NBC Sports Olympics coverage, specifically focused on the Rio Olympics.
• Developed and executed comprehensive content strategies to engage and captivate global audiences during the Games.
• Produced and curated compelling written articles covering various Olympic sports and athletes.
• Collaborated closely with video production teams to create engaging video content, including athlete profiles, highlights, and recaps.
• Utilized content management systems to publish and manage digital content, ensuring seamless delivery across multiple platforms.
• Worked under tight deadlines and in a fast-paced environment to provide real-time updates and breaking news coverage.
• Conducted thorough research on Olympic events, athletes, and relevant storylines to deliver accurate and informative content.
• Leveraged SEO strategies to optimize content for search engines, increasing organic traffic and maximizing online visibility.
• Monitored and analyzed web analytics tools to track audience engagement, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions for content optimization.
• Collaborated with social media teams to amplify content reach and engagement, leveraging various platforms to create buzz and drive audience interaction.
Education
Temple University, Philadelphia, PA — 2013-2015
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
Delaware County Community College, Media, PA — 2011-2013
Associate of Arts, Journalism
Awards
• Sports Emmy for Outstanding Trans-Media Sports Coverage, 2016
• Karen L. Berlant Journalism Award, 2013
Contact
Email: todougherty@gmail.com
