Bryan Van Gorder

Experience

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  BVGPR

  Jan 2010 - Dec 2019

  Owner

  Directed integrated public relations and marketing strategies resulting in millions of media impressions for clients per month. Managed a staff of five. Maintained and strengthened existing relationships and cultivated new business leads.

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  OutTraveler

  Mar 2014 - May 2017

  Editor

  Developed editorial calendar and analyzed content performance to inform future content decisions.Managed freelancers, photographers, and graphic designers, and provided feedback on content for brand consistency and SEO purposes. Proofread, edited, and evaluated copy for dozens of articles per week to conform to established editorial standards.

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  MTV Networks / Logo

  Mar 2017 - Mar 2019

  Travel Editor

  Developed and executed a content calendar for travel-related content. Authored and edited compelling articles, including one of the site’s most-read annual listicles. Interviewed celebrities, experts, and other influencers to develop stories.

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  HOLLYWOOD MEDIA DISTRICT PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

  Oct 2021 - May 2023

  Writer and Marketing Content Specialist

  Developed content strategy to ensure a consistent brand voice across all media platforms. Implemented SEO-optimized content for website, social media posts, and email campaigns. Spearheaded a top-to-bottom relaunch of the organization's quarterly magazine resulting in an increase in readership and its first-ever print edition. Managed a dozen large-scale projects from concept to completion. Wrote and produced promotional video content across multiple channels.

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  The Onion

  Jan 2022 - Mar 2025

  Features Contributor

  Remotely produced original content for this leading satirical website, demonstrating abilities in humorous storytelling and conceptual execution. Delivered consistent quality content amidst a competitive submission process, enhancing the site’s reach and engagement.