Joseph Anthony Grassano

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EDUCATION

 

National Louis University – Wheeling, IL                                                               Graduated: June 2024

Bachelor of Arts in Communications 

GPA: 4.0

• Relevant Coursework: Introduction to Communications, Professional Writing, Intercultural Communication, Social Media Networking 

WORK  EXPERIENCE

 

Fansided Regional Network– Chicago, IL                                                                        December 2024 – Current
Paid Contributor

• Collaborate with editors daily on article development and publication.

• Write 4-5 breaking news and opinion pieces per day, covering ten different NFL teams.

• Consistently meet editorial deadlines to ensure timely article publication.

• Produce 60-80 articles per month on average.

• Generated over 3 million combined page views across published articles since December

Da Windy City –  Chicago, IL                                                                                           March 2024 – Current 

Paid Contributor                                                                                                                                                  

• Collaborate with editors and fellow contractors on article development and publication.

• Write breaking news and opinion pieces covering all Chicago sports.

• Consistently meet editorial deadlines to ensure timely article publication.

• Produce 14-20 articles per month on average.

• Achieved over 60,000 combined views across published articles.

Pro Sports Fans  –  Jacksonville, FL                                                                        September 2023  – May 2024 

Sports Media Intern                                                                                                                                                 

• Wrote multiple weekly articles covering the NFC North.

• Participated in weekly meetings to support company objectives and success.

• Contributed to weekly NFL news shows, providing insights and analysis.

• Hosted a weekly show discussing a variety of NFL-related topics.

• Managed content moderation in chatrooms by setting polls, sharing news, and updating topics.

• Engaged and communicated effectively with users in chatrooms

The Game Haus – Cincinnati, OH                                                                          July 2023–September 2023   

Bears Content Writer                                                                                                                                               

• Managed and delivered multiple content writing projects and analyses on the Chicago Bears, meeting all deadlines.

• Optimized articles for SEO and accessibility to maximize reach and engagement.

• Created and scheduled posts across various social media platforms.

• Adhered to style guidelines and project specifications while completing writing tasks.

• Edited content to ensure consistent voice, grammar, and style.

• Stayed current with industry trends to enhance content development.

• Simplified complex concepts into easily digestible content for readers.

• Worked closely with editors to deliver high-quality content.

 

RELATED EXPERIENCE

 

The Bear Down Buzz Podcast  – Arlington Heights, IL                                                      August 2024– Current 

  Podcast Cohost                                                                                                                                                  

• Develop engaging topics for discussion in each podcast episode.

• Utilize CapCut to create multiple Instagram and TikTok reels to promote episodes.

• Manage and grow the podcast’s presence on Instagram, TikTok.and YouTube

Communication Quarterly Magazine @ National Louis University –  Wheeling, IL    

                                                                                                                                  October 2022– December  2022 

  Column Writer Intern                                                                                                                                                  

• Proven ability to create engaging and informative content in the sports industry demonstrated through authoring an article showcasing the inspiring stories of successful comebacks by athletes returning from Injuries.

• Successfully secured an exclusive interview with a former Major League Baseball player, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Adept in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including editors, designers, and authors, to achieve project goals.

 

Communication Quarterly Magazine National Louis University –  Wheeling, IL                July 2022– August 2022 Student Freelancer                                                                                                                                                    

• Skilled in conducting thorough research and crafting insightful interview questions, as evidenced by my ability to generate a comprehensive list of questions for my interview subject that elicited valuable insights and information

• Proficient in conducting effective interviews and obtaining valuable information, as demonstrated by receiving exceptional responses from my interview subject during the interview process

• Proven ability to produce impactful content with a wide reach, as demonstrated by authoring an article that reached a combined audience of 1,000 students and faculty members in a published quarterly magazine

 

HONORS & AWARDS, SKILLS & INTERESTS 

 

Honors & Awards: Undergraduate Honors Program - National Louis University - Wheeling, IL  

Technical skills: Proficient in Microsoft 365, Proficient in Adobe Premiere, Strong written and verbal communication skills, Attractive content creation, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Social media marketing