David Hutton

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About David Hutton

I am a results-oriented media professional who utilizes outstanding journalism, leadership and organizational skills to reach diverse audiences through print and new-media publishing platforms. A strategic leader, I combine excellent communication skills, analytical abilities, business acumen and persuasive skills to identify opportunities and implement solutions. With a passion for journalism, I also am a strong, decisive director and I have impeccable integrity. I rely on my broad-based media experience, creativity and multi-tasking ability to direct and inspire colleagues, collaborate with partners, engage customers and grow audience. During my career, I have worked strategically to identify opportunities and implement change- Implemented content and design changes that have resulted in greater audience appeal, gain in daily paid circulation- Involved in the production of special products- Facilitated changes that have increased efficiency- Engage with the audience and community for an enhanced reader experience- Coach and mentor employees for growth and development- Set goals for staff, providing coaching as necessary, recognize achievements of staff Specialties: Newsroom management, fact-based decision making, budgeting, allocating newsroom resources, reporting, editing, website management, website content selection, custom publishing, media relations, working alongside multiple unions at same company; covering politics; county, city and state government; education; manufacturing; health; social services; police; courts; real estate; appraisal; settlement services; proficient at editing; page design; Associated Press style