Award-winning multimedia journalist, photo editor, and professional voice artist with 25+ years of experience delivering deadline-driven news, sports, and investigative reporting. Two-time Pulitzer Prize nominee with 100+ hours of recorded voice narration across documentary, commercial, and corporate media, plus published audiobook narration. Known for adaptive vocal performance across conversational, corporate, narrative, instructional, high-energy, and emotional character delivery—maintaining tight control over tone, pacing, intonation, and script adherence. Brings a home-studio setup and remote DAW workflow expertise to produce clean, normalized, artifact-free audio for digital media and next-generation TTS datasets.…

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Award-winning multimedia journalist, photo editor, and professional voice artist with 25+ years of experience delivering deadline-driven news, sports, and investigative reporting. Two-time Pulitzer Prize nominee with 100+ hours of recorded voice narration across documentary, commercial, and corporate media, plus published audiobook narration. Known for adaptive vocal performance across conversational, corporate, narrative, instructional, high-energy, and emotional character delivery—maintaining tight control over tone, pacing, intonation, and script adherence. Brings a home-studio setup and remote DAW workflow expertise to produce clean, normalized, artifact-free audio for digital media and next-generation TTS datasets.…

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Award-winning multimedia journalist, photo editor, and professional voice artist with 25+ years of experience delivering deadline-driven news, sports, and investigative reporting. Two-time Pulitzer Prize nominee with 100+ hours of recorded voice narration across documentary, commercial, and corporate media, plus published audiobook narration.

Known for adaptive vocal performance across conversational, corporate, narrative, instructional, high-energy, and emotional character delivery—maintaining tight control over tone, pacing, intonation, and script adherence. Brings a home-studio setup and remote DAW workflow expertise to produce clean, normalized, artifact-free audio for digital media and next-generation TTS datasets.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

News and Sports Photographer Correspondent at Herald-Tribune
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2023
Captured, curated, and edited images for breaking news, features, and major sports events under tight deadlines. Produced AP-style captions and supporting narrative text that strengthened accuracy and connected with audiences. Managed remote photo editing and efficient FTP transfers while maintaining photo quality standards and editorial guidelines. Built and refined daily web galleries and photo collections optimized for print and online engagement.
Sports & News Photographer Correspondent at Herald-Tribune
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2023
Expertly captured, curated and edited dynamic images for breaking news events, features, and high-profile sports tournaments.
Herald-Tribune Sports Photographer Correspondent at Herald-Tribune
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2023
Expertly captured, curated and edited dynamic images for breaking news events, feature assignments and high-profile sports tournaments. Skilled in AP Style captioning to enhance storytelling. Performed remote photo editing and efficient FTP image transfers under tight deadlines, ensuring alignment with photo quality standards and editorial guidelines. Photographed and edited web galleries and photo collections for print and online presentation to maximize viewer engagement.
Sports Photographer / Correspondent at Herald-Tribune
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2023
Expertly captured, curated and edited dynamic images for breaking news events, feature assignments and high-profile sports tournaments. Created AP Style captions and delivered remote editing and FTP transfers under tight deadlines; curated web galleries and online photo collections for maximum viewer engagement.
Photojournalist / Correspondent at Herald-Tribune
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2023
Captured breaking news, features, and sports for print and online galleries; applied AP style captioning; performed remote photo editing and FTP transfers under tight deadlines; ensured images met editorial standards; edited and retouched images to enhance visual clarity.
Staff Photojournalist at The News Journal (Delaware Online), Gannett
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2009
Produced video investigative projects featuring original voice-over narration and audio description for complex social and human interest stories. Served as voice actor for marketing department commercial production projects. Earned two Pulitzer Prize nominations for investigative photojournalism high-stakes investigations, human interest pieces, and disaster recovery projects spanning photo, video, voice-over, and web galleries. Trained in video production and editing (Avid and Final Cut Pro) and recorded high-quality audio and narrative voice-over for digital galleries using Audacity and Reaper. Covered breaking news, sports, and feature assignments with a focus on human-centered storytelling.
Weekend Photo and Assignment Editor at The News Journal (Delaware Online), Gannett
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2009
Directed daily assignments and managed 16 staff and freelance photographers across the tri-state area. Led weekend photo operations to ensure cohesive visual representation across print and digital platforms. Researched and curated images from wire and commissioned sources; handled metadata, photo editing, and digital production. Served as photographic liaison in daily editorial meetings, collaborating with editors, photographers, and reporters. Maintained Digital Asset Management systems and developed a strong editorial eye for selecting and sequencing images.
Staff Photographer at The News Journal | Delaware Online
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2009
Staff photographer covering breaking news, sports, and features; collaborated closely with editors and reporters to meet visual requirements.
Weekend Photo Editor / Assignment Editor at The News Journal | Delaware Online
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2009
Led weekend photo operations and assignment coverage, ensuring cohesive visual storytelling across multiple platforms.
Staff Photographer at Gannett - Wilmington, DE
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2009
Assigned and tracked 16 staff and freelance photographers daily across the tristate area. Led weekend photography operations for The News Journal and DelawareOnline, ensuring cohesive visual storytelling across print and digital platforms. Performed metadata, photo editing and production for wire and commissioned content.
Weekend Photo Editor at The News Journal
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006
Led weekend photography operations for The News Journal and Delaware Online; coordinated assignment desk workflows and prioritized breaking stories; monitored wire services for developing stories; researched and curated images; performed metadata, photo editing, and production for wire and commissioned content; managed staff and freelance photographer assignments; fostered collaborative ideation for visual projects; maintained digital asset management systems.
Staff Photographer at The News Journal
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2009
Spearheaded investigative photo projects, including Delaware's Social Security Disability and Wilmington Housing Project; captured compelling images for daily news; proficient in videography and video editing; trained in AVID by USA Today; used Adobe Premiere Pro for production and editing; saved and archived images in a master library; cultivated exclusive opportunities through source relationships; earned AP Best Photo Story (First Place, 2005; Second Place, 2006) and contributed to AP Managing Editors Award and Public Service Award.
Contract Photographer at Associated Press | NASC AR | The News Journal | Military Contracts
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 2009
Provided dynamic coverage of high-profile sports and news events, including 19 years at NASCAR’s Dover Downs Monster Mile, with aerial photography plus NFL, MLB, LPG A, NBA, and NCAA events. Documented and covered tri-state area sports including March Madness, Skimboarding championships, SLAM DUNK at the Beach, and specialized events. Held flight line and top-secret military clearance for specialized projects with the United States Air Force Office of Special Investigations (civilian contracts).
Contract Photographer at Associated Press / NASCAR – The News Journal
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 2009
Researched and curated NASCAR images; performed metadata, photo editing and production for wire and commissioned content.
Contract Photographer at Associated Press / NASCAR / The News Journal
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 2009
Specialized in dynamic photography across breaking news, sports events, and feature stories; 19 years covering NASCAR's Dover Downs Monster Mile; documented LPGA golf; NBA coverage including March Madness; contributed to tri-state area reporting and licensing of images.
Contract Photojournalist at The News Journal Media Group
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 2001
Specialized in dynamic photography across breaking news, sports events, and feature stories; established a photojournalistic presence at high-profile venues, including NASCAR's Dover Downs Monster Mile; was an active contributor to Eagles NFL, Baltimore Orioles, and Baltimore Ravens training camps and games; documented professional golf and multi-sport NCAA events; covered Tri-State area NBA games and major tournaments.

Education

Alumnus at Hallmark Institute of Photography
January 11, 1983 - December 25, 1987
B.A. at Hallmark Institute of Photography
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1985

Qualifications

Alumnus, Hallmark Institute of Photography
December 31, 1982 - December 31, 1986
OPSEC / Secret Clearance
January 11, 2030 - March 5, 2026
Associated Press Best Photo Story - 2005 First Place
January 1, 2005 - May 5, 2026
Associated Press Best Photo Story - 2006 Second Place
January 1, 2006 - May 5, 2026
Public Service Award for Journalistic Excellence
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026
Associated Press Managing Editors Award for Team Investigative Projects
January 11, 2030 - May 5, 2026
Two-time Pulitzer Prize nominee (team investigative projects)
January 1, 2005 - August 26, 2026
Associated Press Best Photo Story — First Place
January 1, 2005 - August 26, 2026
Associated Press Best Photo Story — Second Place
January 1, 2006 - August 26, 2026
Associated Press Managing Editors Award for Team Investigative Project
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2026
Public Service Award for Journalistic Excellence (Team Investigative Project)
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2026
National Press Photographers Association recognition and awards
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Telecommunications, Computers & Electronics, Government, Non-Profit Organization