James Edlund
PR Account Manager/Writer at Traditions Media, LLC- Claim this Profile
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Billy Hoffs
I have worked with Jim for many years now. I would execute as video editor scripts he wrote for video production of commercials and web content. Several of the videos he wrote, concepted and/or produced were award winners at ICAST. Working with Jim is easy. Jim is a true professional in terms of his talent level but even moreso, he has an ability to bring out the best in people with simple shows of professional/personal respect throughout the process. He is decisive, yet still manages to listen, and when applicable, defer to another's opinion for the betterment of the project. This is a rare and valued quality in my 19 years of experience in the industry. Jim is one of those people that if someone has a negative to offer about, it says more about that person than it does Jim. I cannot recommend Jim more highly as a standout in marketing. As a writer, producer, marketing mind, on camera talent, and good guy, I endorse James Edlund.
Billy Hoffs
I have worked with Jim for many years now. I would execute as video editor scripts he wrote for video production of commercials and web content. Several of the videos he wrote, concepted and/or produced were award winners at ICAST. Working with Jim is easy. Jim is a true professional in terms of his talent level but even moreso, he has an ability to bring out the best in people with simple shows of professional/personal respect throughout the process. He is decisive, yet still manages to listen, and when applicable, defer to another's opinion for the betterment of the project. This is a rare and valued quality in my 19 years of experience in the industry. Jim is one of those people that if someone has a negative to offer about, it says more about that person than it does Jim. I cannot recommend Jim more highly as a standout in marketing. As a writer, producer, marketing mind, on camera talent, and good guy, I endorse James Edlund.
Billy Hoffs
I have worked with Jim for many years now. I would execute as video editor scripts he wrote for video production of commercials and web content. Several of the videos he wrote, concepted and/or produced were award winners at ICAST. Working with Jim is easy. Jim is a true professional in terms of his talent level but even moreso, he has an ability to bring out the best in people with simple shows of professional/personal respect throughout the process. He is decisive, yet still manages to listen, and when applicable, defer to another's opinion for the betterment of the project. This is a rare and valued quality in my 19 years of experience in the industry. Jim is one of those people that if someone has a negative to offer about, it says more about that person than it does Jim. I cannot recommend Jim more highly as a standout in marketing. As a writer, producer, marketing mind, on camera talent, and good guy, I endorse James Edlund.
Billy Hoffs
I have worked with Jim for many years now. I would execute as video editor scripts he wrote for video production of commercials and web content. Several of the videos he wrote, concepted and/or produced were award winners at ICAST. Working with Jim is easy. Jim is a true professional in terms of his talent level but even moreso, he has an ability to bring out the best in people with simple shows of professional/personal respect throughout the process. He is decisive, yet still manages to listen, and when applicable, defer to another's opinion for the betterment of the project. This is a rare and valued quality in my 19 years of experience in the industry. Jim is one of those people that if someone has a negative to offer about, it says more about that person than it does Jim. I cannot recommend Jim more highly as a standout in marketing. As a writer, producer, marketing mind, on camera talent, and good guy, I endorse James Edlund.
Experience
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Traditions Media
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Public Relations and Communications Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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PR Account Manager/Writer
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Feb 2012 - Present
Proud to be a part of an expert PR team that delivers mercenary content on time and under budget for some of the biggest brands in the fishing biz. I tell clients' stories in a captivating and original way that educates anglers while making cash registers ring. Via Traditions Media, I worked as Humminbird's contract PR representative from 2012-October 1, 2016. Successes include five consecutive "Best of Electronics" wins for Humminbird at ICAST, 2012-2016; "Best Boating Accesory" and overall "Best of Show" for Minn Kota at ICAST 2016; and, "Best Boat" for Old Town Canoes & Kayaks at ICAST 2016. Currently, I represent Old Town Canoes & Kayaks and FLIR/Raymarine.
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Lindner Media Productions
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Television Writer
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Oct 2016 - Present
Help concept, storyboard, and script for several television shows, including Lindner's Angling Edge, Angling Buzz, and The Ontario Experience (new for 2018). Also on-camera work via co-host spot on Angling Buzz. Help concept, storyboard, and script for several television shows, including Lindner's Angling Edge, Angling Buzz, and The Ontario Experience (new for 2018). Also on-camera work via co-host spot on Angling Buzz.
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Freelance Writer/Photographer/Videographer
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Aug 2008 - Present
Although a picture is worth a thousand words, a metaphor is worth a thousand pictures. Creation of words, stills and moving pictures about fishing. Although a picture is worth a thousand words, a metaphor is worth a thousand pictures. Creation of words, stills and moving pictures about fishing.
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Online Editor
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Jan 2011 - Feb 2012
Content creation for print, web, video, social media, and TV. North American Fisherman magazine reaches 600,000 North American Fishing Club members each month. As of February 2012, I am no longer full-time but continue to work with NAF as a contract editor. Content creation for print, web, video, social media, and TV. North American Fisherman magazine reaches 600,000 North American Fishing Club members each month. As of February 2012, I am no longer full-time but continue to work with NAF as a contract editor.
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PR/Marketing Consultant
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Aug 2008 - Apr 2011
Consulted with various companies to create marketing, advertising, branding and PR campaigns. Consulted with various companies to create marketing, advertising, branding and PR campaigns.
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Bosch Security and Safety Systems
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Germany
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Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Public Relations Manager
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Aug 1999 - Aug 2008
Coordinated PR efforts for the communications arm of German industrial manufacturer Bosch, including pro audio brands Electro-Voice, Midas, Klark Teknik, Dynacord, RTS, and Telex. Also managed company's artist relations program with top performers in the music industry. Other responsibilities included media planning, creation of marketing/advertising copy, and some technical writing. Co-created EVTV web-based video marketing campaign with design team. Coordinated PR efforts for the communications arm of German industrial manufacturer Bosch, including pro audio brands Electro-Voice, Midas, Klark Teknik, Dynacord, RTS, and Telex. Also managed company's artist relations program with top performers in the music industry. Other responsibilities included media planning, creation of marketing/advertising copy, and some technical writing. Co-created EVTV web-based video marketing campaign with design team.
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Education
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1993 - 1996
Carleton College
B.A., English -
1997 - 1999
University of St. Thomas
M.A., English -
2010 - 2011
University of Minnesota
Fisheries Coursework, Fisheries
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