Hi, I'm Todd Devlin, a journalist and communications professional with a passion for storytelling and clear communication. Over the years, I've honed my skills in reporting, interviewing, and editing across various media outlets and platforms. I enjoy crafting compelling stories and editing content to ensure it is clear, concise, and engaging. I have experience working as a managing editor, freelance writer/editor, and communications coordinator, among other roles. I’m always eager to connect with others who share a love for media, journalism, and effective communication. Outside of work, I’ve volunteered extensively for mental health causes and have been recognized for those efforts.

Todd Devlin

Hi, I'm Todd Devlin, a journalist and communications professional with a passion for storytelling and clear communication. Over the years, I've honed my skills in reporting, interviewing, and editing across various media outlets and platforms. I enjoy crafting compelling stories and editing content to ensure it is clear, concise, and engaging. I have experience working as a managing editor, freelance writer/editor, and communications coordinator, among other roles. I’m always eager to connect with others who share a love for media, journalism, and effective communication. Outside of work, I’ve volunteered extensively for mental health causes and have been recognized for those efforts.

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Hi, I’m Todd Devlin, a journalist and communications professional with a passion for storytelling and clear communication. Over the years, I’ve honed my skills in reporting, interviewing, and editing across various media outlets and platforms. I enjoy crafting compelling stories and editing content to ensure it is clear, concise, and engaging.

I have experience working as a managing editor, freelance writer/editor, and communications coordinator, among other roles. I’m always eager to connect with others who share a love for media, journalism, and effective communication. Outside of work, I’ve volunteered extensively for mental health causes and have been recognized for those efforts.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Managing Editor at Gameday London
January 1, 2021 - Present
Researched and pitched stories to various freelance writers for Gameday London's website, a local sports publication. Edited stories for structure, format, and copy, ensuring a high quality and professional end-product. Uploaded stories, placed photos, and embedded social media content in the back end of the website.
Freelance Writer/Editor at Various media outlets
January 1, 2011 - Present
Contributed articles and stories to various newspapers, magazines, and websites including Business London magazine, Metro News, London Free Press, Yahoo Health, Sportsnet.ca, MLB.com, among others. Editor for multiple publications/documents produced by the London Family Court Clinic. Magazine editor for SportsXpress London from 2013 to 2022. Edited non-fiction books and served as associate editor for the Canadian Baseball Network website. Also provided web content editing and administration for Big Train Media supporting non-profit online fundraising campaigns.
Communications Coordinator (contract) at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
July 31, 2011 - July 21, 2025
Produced internal and external communications items including weekly e-newsletters, recruitment letters, and marketing materials. Posted and edited news stories, newsletters, photos, and documents on the website. Developed content for Indigenous Medicine & Dentistry marketing materials and created web pages focused on prospective Aboriginal applicants. Assisted in marketing and promotions for the inaugural Global Health Discussion Forum.
Reporter (contract) at VANOC - Olympic News Service
March 31, 2010 - July 21, 2025
Conducted interviews and gathered quotes for bobsled, luge, and skeleton events at the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Researched, pitched story ideas, and published articles on the INFO 2010 Intranet system, with stories picked up internationally. Coordinated volunteer reporters in the Mixed Zone interview area.
Communications Assistant at Western University Athletics
December 31, 2009 - July 21, 2025
Served as game-day reporter for varsity sports including baseball, hockey, volleyball, and soccer. Published year-in-review sport recaps and researched and wrote feature and human interest articles for the athletics website. Coordinated media coverage for the 2009 Ontario Field Hockey Championships.
School Communication Coordinator at Earth Day Hamilton
December 31, 2008 - July 21, 2025
Primary contact for elementary and high schools in Hamilton for Earth Day events. Organized participating schools for activities such as the Go Green Challenge. Produced and distributed press releases and volunteer newsletters. Led the media relations team for Earth Day Hamilton.
Communications Officer at Athletes for Africa & GuluWalk
December 31, 2007 - July 21, 2025
Served as primary media contact for this start-up non-profit. Created and published news content for the website, press releases, and newsletters. Coordinated media advertising campaigns and assisted in organizing the GuluWalk Gala fundraising events. Edited marketing materials and the annual report.
Communications Assistant at Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Club
December 31, 2006 - July 21, 2025
Contributed to daily game notes, conducted statistical research, created daily Minor League Reports, and provided in-game and post-game wrap-up research to support accredited media.
Media Relations Assistant at Ottawa Lynx Triple-A Baseball Club
December 31, 2005 - July 21, 2025
Designed and published player biography sections of the media guide, wrote player profile articles for the website and game-day program, and served as liaison between media and players for interviews.

Education

Master of Arts in Journalism at Western University
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Honours Bachelor of Commerce at McMaster University
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Education, Financial Services