Johnny B.
BRINGING EXPERT WRITER SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESS AND CREATIVE CONTENT
Experience
Aug 2009 - Jun 2025
15 years 11 monthsAmerican Fork, United States
Content Developer and Media Producer
New Galaxy Enterprises, Inc.
- Created website to showcase wide-ranging content development and promotional services
- Developed press releases, print, audio and video ads, articles, web content, novels, screenplays, magazines, newspapers, resumes and cover letters
- Worked closely with clients, using careful listening and empathy to define their vision and execute projects step by step
- Achieved high client satisfaction as evidenced by multiple testimonials
- Semi-finalist in The Palm Springs International Screenplay Awards Diversity Contest for screenplay 'Apotheosis'
Jan 2005 - Dec 2005
1 yearFounder, Podcast Producer and Managing Editor
Rockets Away! Media (a division of New Galaxy Enterprises)
- Founded the first media company specializing in commercial spacecraft promotion
- Produced and hosted 'Rockets Away' podcast
- Served as managing editor of a popular eZine for commercial spacecraft entrepreneurs
- Selected by AOL Research Division as a provider of private space industry news and information
Jan 2003 - Dec 2004
2 yearsMoorpark, United States
Developmental Editor, Content Developer and Project Manager
Palwin Corporation
- Developmental editor for 'Winch', the autobiography of ventriloquist and inventor Paul Winchell
- Promoted the book through press releases and arranged interviews for print and radio
- Managed development of Paul Winchell's internet channel and an ocean wave energy generator project
- Supported recognition efforts for Winchell's artificial heart invention
- Developed web content and e-commerce functionality for the original paulwinchell.com site
Jan 2002 - Dec 2003
2 yearsFounder and Publisher
TradeWorldNews
- Launched the first stand-alone internet trade newspaper dedicated to the barter industry
Jan 2002 - Dec 2002
1 yearPalm Springs, United States
Trade Director
BXI San Francisco
- Managed product placement projects for major film productions in San Francisco
Jan 2001 - Dec 2002
2 yearsPalm Springs, United States
Trade Director
BXI Developing Areas
- Managed barter clubs in Toronto, Boise, Chicago, St. Louis, Anchorage and Salt Lake City
- Revitalized neglected business areas and developed newsletters ‘Barter Times’ and ‘Friday Flash’
- Handled over 200 client accounts
Jan 2000 - Dec 2000
1 yearPalm Springs, United States
Trade Broker and Recruiter
Millennium Exchange
- Brokered services and recruited members including hotels, restaurants, graphic design and financial services
Jan 1998 - Dec 1998
1 yearPalm Springs, United States
Account Executive and Writer
Mature Living Magazine
- Sold ad space to local businesses such as Trinidad Thai and Delhi Palace
- Wrote articles on business and general topics, some featured on the front page
Jan 1997 - Dec 1997
1 yearPalm Springs, United States
Account Executive
Palm Canyon Times / Palm Desert Times
- Managed print advertising accounts for local restaurants and retailers
Jan 1994 - Dec 2000
7 yearsExecutive Producer and Writer
No Dawn Will Break Us!
- Executive produced and wrote a historical screenplay about the Mexican Art Revolution
- Secured partial investment and developed initial project stages
- Engaged Madonna’s agency and communicated with director Luis Puenzo
- Created a stock offering in collaboration with entertainment securities attorney John W. Cones
Jan 1994 - Dec 1999
6 yearsYucaipa, United States
Various Positions
America’s Barter Network
- Supported member recruitment, trade brokering and regional promotions in Coachella Valley
Jan 1994 - Dec 1996
3 yearsPalm Springs, United States
Producer and Host
Strategic Marketing Alliance / Radio Talk Shows
- Produced and hosted multiple shows on KDES-AM, KESQ-AM, KPSL-AM and KCMJ-AM
- Shows included ‘You Deserve It!’ (travel), ‘Artbeat’ (arts), ‘Desert Business Hour’, ‘Nature’s Workshop’, ‘Journey to Wellness’ and ‘Sound-Off 3000!’
Jan 1994 - Dec 1995
2 yearsPalm Desert, United States
Founder and Editor
Coachella Valley News
- Co-founded the first comprehensive internet newspaper covering Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City, Indio and surrounding areas
Jan 1992 - Dec 1993
2 yearsPalm Desert, United States
Account Executive
KNWZ AM
- Produced radio campaigns for clients such as B. Lewin Galleries, Culligan Water and Fred Smith Jaguar
- Handled production of promotional spots for the Annual El Paseo Artwalk across 26 galleries
Jan 1989 - Dec 1992
4 yearsCoachella, United States
Account Executive
KCHV / KCLB AM-FM
- Cold-called and canvassed businesses for FM album-oriented rock and AM Spanish advertising
- Wrote, produced, directed and voiced 30–60 second radio spots
- Developed original advertising concepts, slogans and multi-media campaigns
- Managed accounts for local businesses including Howard’s Economy Furniture and Bremer Hof
Jan 1981 - Dec 1981
1 yearOkmulgee, United States
Front Page Reporter
Okmulgee Daily Times
- Reported on city controversies, grand jury investigations and Department of Labor inquiries
- Published front-page stories from first day of assignment
Jan 1979 - Dec 1980
2 yearsTulsa, United States
Editor and Reporter
Downtown Tulsan
- Wrote restaurant, theater and film reviews
- Developed the front-page interview feature ‘The Downtown Tulsan’ featuring prominent local citizens
Jan 1976 - Dec 1980
5 yearsProducer, Actor and Director
The Adventures of Ganymede Jones
- Produced, directed and starred as the protagonist in a multi-media radio sci-fi series
- Coordinated media professionals and local publicity campaigns
- Sold advertising spots on Rock Station KMOD and University of Tulsa PBS station
Summary
- Exceptionally Wide-Ranging Experience in Content Development and Sales, Advertising Media Sales, Broadcasting, Websites, YouTube Channels, Videos, Non-Fiction Books, Novels, Screenplays
Media and General Sales: Sold radio spots and online campaigns utilizing YouTube and independently created videos, newspapers and magazine advertising, experienced in inside, outside and online sales.
Business Content Development: Experienced in writing articles, blogs, press releases and branding sites to promote products and content creators.
YouTube and Radio Production Experience: Created numerous YouTube Channels with advertising and independently produced promotional videos. Wrote, directed, acted in two sci-fi series. Hosted and directed three holistic health shows, an art show, a travel show, a human rights political broadcast, and a spiritual show. Created multi-voice comedic spots with sound effects and music; rotated with infomercials.
Screenwriting, Author, Developmental Editor, Songwriter: Created and sold multiple screenplays and books. Have edited magazines, newspapers, ezines, books.
Languages
English
NativePersian
AdvancedEducation
Oct 1979 - Jun 1980
University of Tulsa
Bachelor of Science · Communications · Tulsa, United States
Oct 1960 - Jun 1963
Calhoun High School
North Merrick, United States
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