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Isbell
3003 Hilltop Dr., Euless, TX. 76039
Cell: 817.781.0379 Email: jimmy@h4-entertainment.com
JOURNALIST / REPORTER
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Professional journalist with proven success in supporting news operations in television, radio, print and online
publishing. Hands-on learner that is able to hyperfocus on breaking news, statistics, and trending topics in
sports for a 24/7 newsroom. Proficient writer who is able to produce compelling features and actively engage
audiences in key sports and demographic markets on multiple platforms. A leader in the field who is able to
keep teams focused and productive. Keen ability to provide expert analysis and commentary on local and
regional news, sports news, and topics in the NFL, MLB, Golf, NCAA college football before, during, and after
sporting events. Skilled in conducting meticulous research, interviewing athletes, and writing with a distinctive
personality on deadline.
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
News Writing ~ Public Relations ~ News Reporting ~ Business Writing ~ Statistical Analysis ~ Copy Editing ~
Sports Commentary ~ Organization & Communication ~ Magazine Writing ~ Web Production ~ AP Style ~
Features Writing ~ Research & Analysis ~ Line Editing ~ Publication Design
RECENT EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
The Sports Journal, Pennington, NJ 2014 - Present
A subsidiary of H4TV MEDIA CORP. The publication aims to enhance the enjoyment of sports fans offering
the kind of informative and provocative stories that engage audiences and fuel insightful sports conversations.
Features Writer and Sports Editor
Assisted in the development of The Sports Journal magazine through insightful analysis of key content areas to
build around. Expanded the overall reach of the news site and magazine. Conceptualized and wrote compelling
feature stories and magazine articles. Edited and produced digital content syndicated with FOX Sports and
MSN. Worked with, and led a team of sports writers covering breaking news, headlines, trade rumors, and
reporting at events around the world to develop engaging content for print and online publishing.
Key Achievements
Assisted in the creation of successful niche publications: The Sports Journal magazine and site. Helped
to spearhead successful cooperative ventures with regional and international broadcast outlets which
further strengthened relationships between the magazine, international sports communities, professional
athletes, and leading sports organizations through strategic public relations.
Led pregame and postgame coverage of major sporting events.
Developed daily assignments for our regional sports coverage teams.
Contributed to the development of the website with a strong focus on live news coverage, including, but
not limited to, daily multiple updates and increased viewership to global audience.