ProductWiki
Experience: 3 Years (2008 – 2011)
Position: Contributing Editor
I wrote unbiased product reviews on various products ranging all the way from consumer electronics to mini appliances.
The typical review involved describing each product in greater detail, and outlining key features that made it stand out from similar products.
The actual reviews for each product were completed by the community (wiki style), so my position was more about identifying each product. At first glance, it may seem like the only reviews I offered were those in the comments, but I actually wrote hundreds of product descriptions on the site. They are not tied to any particular account.
The site has since been sold by its original creators and no longer uses the same review and publication process.
TravelWires
Experience: 1 Year (2010 – 2011)
Position: Contributing Editor
While writing for TravelWires I provided tips and information for hoteliers about using social media properly for advertising and marketing.
I also reviewed several hotel websites regarding their overall proficiency and design techniques.
The site has since converted to a news and press release aggregation service.
Bright Hub
Experience: 1 Year (2012)
Position: Contributing Editor
At one time, Bright Hub was a crowdsourced information platform. They hired third party writers to create content for the site which would build the brand rapport and revenue.
I wrote a great deal of long-form articles primarily on tech-related topics. A few of my articles are still live on the site.
- Guide to Uninstall Blackberry Apps
- How to Create Your Own Personal Blackberry Themes
- How Do I Save YouTube Videos on my Computer?
- Game Emulator Options for the Blackberry Curve
- Plazmic Theme Builder for Blackberry – Advanced Tutorial
- Guide to Blackberry Wallpapers
Uberoid
Experience: 2 Years (2010 – 2012)
Position: Managing Editor
I served as a managing editor both producing and editing content. We delivered news, rumors and reviews on various gadgets and entertainment. For a time, we also hosted a podcast of which I played an integral role.
WPHub
Experience: 6 Months (2011)
Position: Contributing Editor
I wrote tutorials, guides, and how-tos about WordPress.
Android Headlines
Experience: 5 Months (2012 – 2013)
Position: Managing Editor
During my time with Android Headlines, I produced and optimized content for publication on the web. I was one of several managing editors that selected and doled out topics to writers, and also ensured that content was published in a timely fashion. As part of my editorial duties, I managed social media accounts for the website.
I did not remain long because of the pay structure which was not ideal at the time.
AndroidPIT
Experience: 5 Months (2012 – 2013)
Position: Contributing Editor
I created fresh content daily on the latest Android news and rumors. During my time with AndroidPit, I produced and optimized content for publication on the web. I chose my own topics and managed my own time as I was free to write on whatever I pleased. The position required extensive time management skills and self-discipline.
Payment strictly relied on traffic, but since the site was new this meant pay was almost nonexistent. This was not ideal, so I did not remain long.
Dottech
Experience: 9 Months (2013)
Position: Contributing Editor
During my time with Dottech, I produced reviews on various Android apps and Windows programs. I also produced timely news content, tutorials, root-guides, how-tos and more.
HandgunLasers
Experience: 2 Months (2013)
Position: Contributing Editor
I was hired to create product information pages for various handgun lasers and sights. This was contract work and was not meant to be long-term.
The Tech Labs
Experience: 3 Years+ (2010 – 2013), Current (2015 – Present)
Position: Contributing Editor
I produced fresh content on a daily basis related to technology and a variety of other minor subjects. My content production requirements included basic reviews, news posts and of course the occasional product tutorial.
My position required an exceptional understanding of technology, alongside an intelligible grasp of SEO marketing and how it relates to content production.
I continued to write for this company from the time I was hired until they sold the site for profit.
My client, Colin Klinkert, had this to say about me:
“Briley is a strong writer who has ‘free reign’ on our sites now to post whenever he can, we trust him and the quality of his work that much.”
Blackberry Rocks
Experience: 3 Years (2010 – 2013)
Position: Contributing Editor
Blackberry Rocks was another site owned by client Colin Klinkert (from The Tech Labs).
I produced fresh content on a daily basis related to technology and a variety of other minor subjects. My content production requirements included basic reviews, news posts and of course the occasional product tutorial.
My position required an exceptional understanding of technology, alongside an intelligible grasp of SEO marketing and how it relates to content production.
Little Killerz
Experience: 2 Years+ (2012 – Present)
Position: Contributing Editor, Script Writer, Event Editor
The game is called Tales of Illyria (in development). My position with Little Killerz is to flesh out the game system and story by creating unique events experienced by players in-game. I work independently to produce content, which is then entered into a unique editor. I am not supervised and am provided free reign. This means I must manage my time and duties wisely.
We have now developed three titles in the series including Tales of Illyria Episode One, Tales of Illyria Beyond the Iron Wall and Tales of Illyria Rogue.
I designed the company website and personally produced a large majority of the content therein.
Confidential SEO Company
Experience: 5 Years+ (2013 – Present)
Position: Contributing Editor
I produce regular content for the company which is essentially a content marketing firm. They assign articles with various stipulations and guidelines, and I must follow the instructions and turn in my work before the deadline.
All of my work produced for the company is published under different names, primarily those of the team members I work for.
Because of an NDA/contract agreement I cannot provide samples of my work, however it numbers in the hundreds.
Code 9 Media
Experience: 5 Years+ (2013 – 2018)
Position: Content Manager, Contributing Editor
I produced timely content on all of the company sites which include Smartwatches, RadonResources, CodeConquest, StickGames, WorldTimeServer, Python for Beginners, AMPTutorial.com, and more.
I managed a team of writers and editors to ensure content production goes smoothly.
I also handled a great deal of busy work for the company and my employer Chris Kite. It involved projects like spreadsheet creation, research, social media marketing, and resource generation for the other team members.
Overmental
Experience: 6 Months (2015)
Position: Contributing Editor
During my time with Overmental, I produced content for the site on geek related topics like movies, games, gadgets and more. If you like comics, or comic book movies, then it’s a great place for you! Check it out.
The type of content I created included timely news, features, unique editorials, and columns.
My work has since been attributed to Overmind, the admin account for the site.
Colin Klinkert Dot Com LTD
Experience: 1 Year (2016)
Position: VP of Operations
Colin got back in touch with me after a hiatus and offered me a higher position with his company as VP of Operations. We handle several websites, marketing for those sites, and much more.
I facilitate the necessary maintenance of the company’s main toolset, at SERPed.com and SERPed.net.
WanderGoGo
Experience: 3 Months (2017)
Position: Contributing Editor
I wrote buyer’s guides and product features on a variety of tech and unique gadgets.
Techzillo.com
Experience: 6 Months (2019)
Position: Contributing Editor
I wrote how-to and tutorial types articles for several platforms including Windows, Android and more. Generally, the content was geared towards the layman and not tech-savvy audiences.
Ideaing.com
Experience: 2 Years+ (2016 – Present)
Position: Contributing Editor
I write a variety of articles on smart home products and entertainment. I also handle outreach for the site, by promoting existing content and facilitating guest posts on other portals.
More recently, the site switched to a deals format which means I source and post new deals daily. I also handle the bi-weekly newsletter (Mailchimp) by managing the subscriber lists, creating new campaigns and more.
Nerdformer
Experience: August 2019 – Present
Position: Site Partner/Collaborator
Like many of my other projects, I produce regular content for Nerdformer and help manage many aspects of the brand. I also post new products and deals on a frequent basis.
Lifewire
Experience: September 2019 – March 2020
Position: Contributing Editor
Recently, I spent some time writing helpful and informative content for Lifewire. Although my time with Lifewire was brief, I enjoyed it very much. Unfortunately, the company decided to do away with the “how-to” and guides team and focus on news-based content.
GadgetReview
Experience: November 2019 – Present
Position: Contributing Editor
For GadgetReview I create “best of” lists and longform content, most of which are assigned to me by an editor. I must spend time researching not only the topic but also the products and items featured on each list.