Jonathan Pitts
Baltimore
Summary
Writer-reporter with a long history of producing award-winning content for The Baltimore Sun. Adept at conjuring the right pace, tone and style to develop stories that are fresh, informative and engaging. Edited successful human-interest and research publications, spearheaded the revival of Missouri magazine, and co-authored a New York Times Notable Book. Have a proven ability to lead or to collaborate with teams of coworkers in the service of a larger goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Writer-Reporter
The Baltimore Sun
11.1999 - Current
- Use exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to create engaging, error-free content for The Baltimore Sun.
- Have written multiple award-winning stories on a broad range of subjects, including religion, arts, history, politics, sports and military affairs.
- Work with graphic artists and photographers to produce multimedia content that complements written articles and builds readership.
- Address sensitive topics in a highly professional manner while adhering to ethical standards.
- Shoot photographs and video to provide multimedia content to enhance stories.
- Establish credibility with sources by building strong relationships and listening well.
Freelance Writer
Self-employed
09.1995 - 05.1999
- Conceived, researched and co-wrote "You're Missin' a Great Game," a memoir for Simon and Schuster by Baseball Hall of Fame manager Whitey Herzog that made the New York Times Notable Book List for 1999 and has been named one of the 100 Best Baseball Books Ever Written.
- Researched and wrote human-interest and sports stories for such publications as The Sporting News, Mizzou alumni magazine and Illumination, the U of Missouri's research publication.
- Developed and pitched story ideas to editors.
- Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
Editor
University of Missouri
01.1995 - 01.1999
- Conceived, wrote and edited human-interest articles as managing editor of Missouri magazine (now Missouri Life), a glossy publication of the University of Missouri that covered cultural and historical facets of the state of Missouri.
- Assigned stories and helped create a new brand and a clear voice for Missouri, bringing a dormant publication back to life for the first time in years and doubling its reader rolls.
- Collaborated with writers to improve content and clarity in articles for Missouri and Illumination, the U of Missouri research magazine for which I was editor for two years.
- Found photographers, assigned photo work and helped design layouts.
English Teacher
Scattergood Friends School
09.1992 - 05.1994
- Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students at this Quaker boarding school.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Served as an advisor for extracurricular clubs and as dorm master, keeping students functioning within social structures while encouraging creative interaction.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
Education
Master of Arts - Journalism
University of Missouri School of Journalism
Columbia, MO05-1996
Master of Arts - Communications (Film)
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-1991
Bachelor of Arts - English, German
Haverford College
Philadelphia, PA06-1979
Skills
- Effective writing
- Strong research skills
- Editing
- Proofreading
- Project management
- Creative collaboration
Awards
-“Best 100 Baseball Books Ever Written” as chosen by Esquire magazine for "You're Missin' a Great Game," co-authored with Whitey Herzog, named 2022.
-Maryland-D.C.-Delaware Press Association (MDDC) First Prize for Best of Show, Religion Writing, 2019.
-National Association of Black Journalists, Best Feature Regional Publication, 2019 · Washington-Baltimore
-Newspaper Guild (WBNG), William Pryor Memorial Grand Prize for Writing, 2018
·MDDC Award, Best Use of Multimedia Storytelling, 2018 ·
-MDDC Award, Best Use of Interactive Media, 2018
-Amy Foundation, Outstanding Religion Feature, 2015 ·
-Chesapeake Associated Press Mark Twain Award, Best Sports News
Story, 2007
Timeline
Writer-Reporter
The Baltimore Sun
11.1999 - Current
Freelance Writer
Self-employed
09.1995 - 05.1999
Editor
University of Missouri
01.1995 - 01.1999
English Teacher
Scattergood Friends School
09.1992 - 05.1994
Master of Arts - Journalism
University of Missouri School of Journalism
Master of Arts - Communications (Film)
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Arts - English, German
Haverford College
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