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I'm John R. Finger, a digital media strategist, editor, and marketer with more than two decades of experience building national media brands from the ground up. I’ve helped transform platforms and teams, creating opportunities, jobs, and household-name talent, while growing audiences to tens of millions. My approach blends data analytics with storytelling, SEO, and press relations to drive measurable impact. From leading editorial operations to launching new platforms and guiding cross-channel storytelling, I thrive on turning complex ideas into clear, engaging content. I'm passionate about nurturing talent, forging strategic partnerships, and delivering content that resonates with audiences and supports business goals.…I'm John R. Finger, a digital media strategist, editor, and marketer with more than two decades of experience building national media brands from the ground up. I’ve helped transform platforms and teams, creating opportunities, jobs, and household-name talent, while growing audiences to tens of millions. My approach blends data analytics with storytelling, SEO, and press relations to drive measurable impact. From leading editorial operations to launching new platforms and guiding cross-channel storytelling, I thrive on turning complex ideas into clear, engaging content. I'm passionate about nurturing talent, forging strategic partnerships, and delivering content that resonates with audiences and supports business goals.

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I'm John R. Finger, a digital media strategist, editor, and marketer with more than two decades of experience building national media brands from the ground up. I’ve helped transform platforms and teams, creating opportunities, jobs, and household-name talent, while growing audiences to tens of millions. My approach blends data analytics with storytelling, SEO, and press relations to drive measurable impact. From leading editorial operations to launching new platforms and guiding cross-channel storytelling, I thrive on turning complex ideas into clear, engaging content. I'm passionate about nurturing talent, forging strategic partnerships, and delivering content that resonates with audiences and supports business goals.…I'm John R. Finger, a digital media strategist, editor, and marketer with more than two decades of experience building national media brands from the ground up. I’ve helped transform platforms and teams, creating opportunities, jobs, and household-name talent, while growing audiences to tens of millions. My approach blends data analytics with storytelling, SEO, and press relations to drive measurable impact. From leading editorial operations to launching new platforms and guiding cross-channel storytelling, I thrive on turning complex ideas into clear, engaging content. I'm passionate about nurturing talent, forging strategic partnerships, and delivering content that resonates with audiences and supports business goals.

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I’m John R. Finger, a digital media strategist, editor, and marketer with more than two decades of experience building national media brands from the ground up. I’ve helped transform platforms and teams, creating opportunities, jobs, and household-name talent, while growing audiences to tens of millions. My approach blends data analytics with storytelling, SEO, and press relations to drive measurable impact.

From leading editorial operations to launching new platforms and guiding cross-channel storytelling, I thrive on turning complex ideas into clear, engaging content. I’m passionate about nurturing talent, forging strategic partnerships, and delivering content that resonates with audiences and supports business goals.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Managing Editor at Perpetual Sports Network

January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025

Launched and scaled two digital storytelling platforms to 23M viewers within 15 months; editorial and creative lead for The Fifty Most Interesting Athletes; directed the launch of Row One Seat One, a platform covering University of Kansas athletics.

Copywriter at Synapse Marketing Solutions

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023

Researched, planned, and authored clear, compelling copy for web, social, ads, and B2B; optimized content for SEO and aligned communications with marketing strategies, including A/B testing and deep market research.

Digital Content Manager at WHP-21 CBS

January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022

Oversaw station digital and social platforms, supervising producers and providing editorial direction; collaborated with News Directors to develop special content and enhance cross-platform storytelling.

Creative Services Writer/Producer at WGAL-TV/HEARST TELEVISION

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022

Produced, wrote, and edited on-air promotional programs to drive viewer engagement and brand equity; partnered with Executive Producers to develop promotional strategies and daily video content for broadcast and digital.

Freelance Writer/Editor at Self-employed

January 1, 1994 - Present

Author of a novel; published articles and photography in ESPN, The Associated Press, Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Business Journal, The Metropolitan Corporate Counsel, NBC Sports, Lancaster (Pa.) Newspapers and others.

PR & Communications Analyst at McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Managed full-spectrum PR and communications for a major law firm, including press releases, reports, and media campaigns; trained lawyers on social media and new media marketing tools; acted as primary media liaison.

News Editor & Production Manager at GANNETT/YORK DISPATCH

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016

Led the newsroom’s transition to a digital-first operation, resulting in significant web traffic growth; managed reporters and copy editors, story assignments, budgets, and production deadlines.

Chief Editor/Producer/Writer at Comcast SportsNet & NBC Universal

January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2016

Architected digital growth for NBC Sports Philadelphia; built digital platforms for NBC Olympics and regional networks; co-founded and drove the network’s digital strategy; beat writer and columnist for Philadelphia teams; launched podcasts and digital ventures.