Benjamin Ryan Deer
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Meredith O'Connor
I worked with Ryan on a small editorial team for almost three years. As our company's Editor-in-Chief, he was an effective, tireless, and compassionate leader. He was also a thoughtful and strategic thinker, able to tackle everyday tasks while planning big-picture objectives for the weeks and months ahead. As a writer and editor, Ryan's creative style and attention to detail helped elevate and evolve the Fitt brand voice, writing listicle, short-form features, social copy, and interviews across a handful of channels. At the same time, he was able to oversee an extensive group of freelancers across multiple US cities and abroad with ease. I would personally recommend him for any editorial or managerial role.
Gabrielle Kassel
Reasonable, thoughtful, humble. Sure, these adjectives describe, in part, what makes Ryan such a joy to work for. But while true, those adjectives don’t encompass him fully. For that last (almost) year and a half, I have worked under Ryan for Fitt as an NYC contributor, NYC events writer, and NYC ambassador, and with each feature, listicle, event blurb, and pitch exchange, Ryan has responded, edited, and communicated with gracious ease, contagious energy, and good-humor. I can’t say enough good things about Ryan as an editor and as a human. I’m looking forward to continuing to work for and learn from Ryan and his team in PA, as Fitt continues to grow.
Meredith O'Connor
I worked with Ryan on a small editorial team for almost three years. As our company's Editor-in-Chief, he was an effective, tireless, and compassionate leader. He was also a thoughtful and strategic thinker, able to tackle everyday tasks while planning big-picture objectives for the weeks and months ahead. As a writer and editor, Ryan's creative style and attention to detail helped elevate and evolve the Fitt brand voice, writing listicle, short-form features, social copy, and interviews across a handful of channels. At the same time, he was able to oversee an extensive group of freelancers across multiple US cities and abroad with ease. I would personally recommend him for any editorial or managerial role.
Gabrielle Kassel
Reasonable, thoughtful, humble. Sure, these adjectives describe, in part, what makes Ryan such a joy to work for. But while true, those adjectives don’t encompass him fully. For that last (almost) year and a half, I have worked under Ryan for Fitt as an NYC contributor, NYC events writer, and NYC ambassador, and with each feature, listicle, event blurb, and pitch exchange, Ryan has responded, edited, and communicated with gracious ease, contagious energy, and good-humor. I can’t say enough good things about Ryan as an editor and as a human. I’m looking forward to continuing to work for and learn from Ryan and his team in PA, as Fitt continues to grow.
Meredith O'Connor
I worked with Ryan on a small editorial team for almost three years. As our company's Editor-in-Chief, he was an effective, tireless, and compassionate leader. He was also a thoughtful and strategic thinker, able to tackle everyday tasks while planning big-picture objectives for the weeks and months ahead. As a writer and editor, Ryan's creative style and attention to detail helped elevate and evolve the Fitt brand voice, writing listicle, short-form features, social copy, and interviews across a handful of channels. At the same time, he was able to oversee an extensive group of freelancers across multiple US cities and abroad with ease. I would personally recommend him for any editorial or managerial role.
Gabrielle Kassel
Reasonable, thoughtful, humble. Sure, these adjectives describe, in part, what makes Ryan such a joy to work for. But while true, those adjectives don’t encompass him fully. For that last (almost) year and a half, I have worked under Ryan for Fitt as an NYC contributor, NYC events writer, and NYC ambassador, and with each feature, listicle, event blurb, and pitch exchange, Ryan has responded, edited, and communicated with gracious ease, contagious energy, and good-humor. I can’t say enough good things about Ryan as an editor and as a human. I’m looking forward to continuing to work for and learn from Ryan and his team in PA, as Fitt continues to grow.
Meredith O'Connor
I worked with Ryan on a small editorial team for almost three years. As our company's Editor-in-Chief, he was an effective, tireless, and compassionate leader. He was also a thoughtful and strategic thinker, able to tackle everyday tasks while planning big-picture objectives for the weeks and months ahead. As a writer and editor, Ryan's creative style and attention to detail helped elevate and evolve the Fitt brand voice, writing listicle, short-form features, social copy, and interviews across a handful of channels. At the same time, he was able to oversee an extensive group of freelancers across multiple US cities and abroad with ease. I would personally recommend him for any editorial or managerial role.
Gabrielle Kassel
Reasonable, thoughtful, humble. Sure, these adjectives describe, in part, what makes Ryan such a joy to work for. But while true, those adjectives don’t encompass him fully. For that last (almost) year and a half, I have worked under Ryan for Fitt as an NYC contributor, NYC events writer, and NYC ambassador, and with each feature, listicle, event blurb, and pitch exchange, Ryan has responded, edited, and communicated with gracious ease, contagious energy, and good-humor. I can’t say enough good things about Ryan as an editor and as a human. I’m looking forward to continuing to work for and learn from Ryan and his team in PA, as Fitt continues to grow.
Credentials
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Fitness Nutrition Specialty
American Council on ExerciseJul, 2015- Sep, 2024 -
Certified Personal Trainer
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)Dec, 2013- Sep, 2024 -
BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) Program
American Heart Association | American Stroke AssociationAug, 2015- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Fitt Insider
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Health, Wellness and Fitness
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Managing Editor
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Jan 2022 - Present
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Freelance Editor
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Sep 2020 - Jan 2022
- Edit, revise, and proofread weekly newsletter providing health & fitness-industry analysis and commentary.- Write segments, announcements, and other short-form content as needed for the newsletter and Insider.Fitt.co.- Created a comprehensive style guide to uphold brand's content style and flow.
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Owner, Head Gardener
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Dec 2021 - Present
Small-lot seed company & organic homestead. https://www.samwiseseeds.com/ Small-lot seed company & organic homestead. https://www.samwiseseeds.com/
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Freelance
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Egypt
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Human Resources
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Writer
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Sep 2020 - Present
- Write long-form and short-form content, from short stories to journalism to advertising copywriting. - Write long-form and short-form content, from short stories to journalism to advertising copywriting.
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RoadRunner Recycling
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United States
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Environmental Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Content & Copywriting Specialist
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Jan 2021 - Jan 2022
- Manage and write RoadRunner's corporate blog, Waste Watchers, producing interesting and SEO-driving content about issues in waste and recycling on a weekly basis. - Lead storytelling efforts for one-pagers and case studies. - Proofread internal and external documents. - Draft communication for customer-facing newsletters. - Manage and write RoadRunner's corporate blog, Waste Watchers, producing interesting and SEO-driving content about issues in waste and recycling on a weekly basis. - Lead storytelling efforts for one-pagers and case studies. - Proofread internal and external documents. - Draft communication for customer-facing newsletters.
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Fitt.co
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Human Resources Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Editor-in-Chief
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Jan 2017 - Sep 2020
- Grew Fitt's portfolio from a single-city blog to an international media company in 31 cities.- Manage onboarding, payment, and relationships with a network of 75+ freelance writers across the globe, adjusting for native grammar styles and conventions.- Edit freelance and contracted submissions in the form of long-form articles, short-form feature stories, weekly newsletters, events listings, and more pertaining to the city's local health and fitness scene.- Write listicle-style articles, short-form feature stories, newsletter sections, social media captions, business descriptions, and more.- Proofread, edit, and contribute writing to industry-specific vertical of Fitt, Fitt Insider, in form of a weekly newsletter.- Oversee department finances, recruitment, and onboarding.- Manage goals, responsibilities, and timelines.- Ideation, creation, and writing of native advertorials, social media posts, and promotions. Show less
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Freelance Editor
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Aug 2015 - Dec 2016
- Edited all articles for Pittsburgh health and fitness blog Fittsburgh.- Contributed up to five articles per month pertaining to the health and fitness scene in Pittsburgh.- Successfully transitioned from the single-site blog to Fitt, a multi-city media company.
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WorkAht
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Greece
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Certified Personal Trainer, Owner
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Feb 2015 - Dec 2017
WorkAht is a fitness media and personal training service based in the South Hills of Pittsburgh, PA. Offering services such as fitness writing, media content, event coverage, and nutritional advice, WorkAht.com is a fellowship for those in the Greater Pittsburgh Area and beyond. Currently operating personal training services out of Amerifit Fitness Club in Scott Township, prospective clients look to NASM CPT and ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist Ryan Deer to foster a new lifestyle of health and wellness, no matter whether your goals are to lose weight, improve your health, eat better, or gain muscle. Show less
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BRUNNER
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Germany
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1 - 100 Employee
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Junior Account Manager
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Mar 2014 - Feb 2015
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New Business Intern
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Sep 2013 - Mar 2014
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Sales Associate
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May 2010 - Sep 2013
• Responsible for making front desk transactions (selling memberships, merchandise) • Organized and coordinated member sign-in • Closed fitness center at the end of operation hours • Answered phones in a professional manner • Responsible for making front desk transactions (selling memberships, merchandise) • Organized and coordinated member sign-in • Closed fitness center at the end of operation hours • Answered phones in a professional manner
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Cavanaugh Marketing Network
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United States
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Advertising Services
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Campus Director - CRONS Brand
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Sep 2012 - Dec 2012
• Brand Ambassador for a mentality performance brand growing in athletic apparel, nutrition, and motivational industries • Promoted brand through an on-campus push-up contest that challenged students to exceed their goals • Managed Twitter, Facebook, and Tumblr social media accounts to develop brand recognition and gather feedback • Sold individually priced apparel and protein bars to Penn State students • Brand Ambassador for a mentality performance brand growing in athletic apparel, nutrition, and motivational industries • Promoted brand through an on-campus push-up contest that challenged students to exceed their goals • Managed Twitter, Facebook, and Tumblr social media accounts to develop brand recognition and gather feedback • Sold individually priced apparel and protein bars to Penn State students
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Clear Channel Radio
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United States
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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Promotions Intern
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May 2012 - Aug 2012
• Managed promotional events for 6 radio stations throughout the greater Pittsburgh area • Maintained each individual station’s brand by executing promotions that matched listener interest • Coordinated prize giveaways in a partnership with Sonic and 96.1 KISS • Managed promotional events for 6 radio stations throughout the greater Pittsburgh area • Maintained each individual station’s brand by executing promotions that matched listener interest • Coordinated prize giveaways in a partnership with Sonic and 96.1 KISS
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Hose Technician
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May 2012 - Aug 2012
-Cut, crimped, and fitted industrial and hydraulic hose to specifications for oil rigs, contracting, and fishing services. -Followed precise instructions and ensured accuracy for client orders. -Met quotas and deadlines for client counter and sales orders. -Assisted in receiving shipments and maintaining accurate inventory. -Cut, crimped, and fitted industrial and hydraulic hose to specifications for oil rigs, contracting, and fishing services. -Followed precise instructions and ensured accuracy for client orders. -Met quotas and deadlines for client counter and sales orders. -Assisted in receiving shipments and maintaining accurate inventory.
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Il Pizzaiolo
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France
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Restaurants
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Busser
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May 2011 - Aug 2011
• Trained 3 summer employees regarding bussing procedures and communicational etiquettes • Conveyed a sense of enthusiasm, education, professionalism, and attitude to the customer • Responsible for clearing finished plates, delivering food, conversing with customers, re-stocking and assisting servers so that they may give the best service possible • Trained 3 summer employees regarding bussing procedures and communicational etiquettes • Conveyed a sense of enthusiasm, education, professionalism, and attitude to the customer • Responsible for clearing finished plates, delivering food, conversing with customers, re-stocking and assisting servers so that they may give the best service possible
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Precision Electrical Contractors
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United States
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager Assistant
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Jun 2009 - Jul 2009
• Responsible for coordinating electrical drawings with supplies needed for each project • Received deliveries from the loading dock and took them where needed • Measured and recorded light fixtures • Responsible for coordinating electrical drawings with supplies needed for each project • Received deliveries from the loading dock and took them where needed • Measured and recorded light fixtures
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Education
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2009 - 2013
Penn State University
BS, Marketing, Media Studies -
2005 - 2009
Mt. Lebanon High School
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