Brandon Hurley

About

Writing dope stories about cool people and awesome sports while snapping fly pictures. (Yes, I took that cover photo.)An expert at finding the most interesting story and transforming it into a work of art, whether through the written or spoken word or by way of the camera lens. I've become an award-winning journalist over my 10-year career, securing 39 awards from the Iowa Newspaper Association, including Best Young Journalist. The definition of a five-tool journalist in an ever-changing industry. I firmly believe there is an absolute need for fair and balanced journalism in our society. There's little more captivating than a well-constructed piece, whether in the form or writing, video, photography or podcast. I can delicately write an emotionally charged, long form feature as easily as I can craft a detailed game story. My sports photography has won various awards as well, in addition to my skills as a video produce and host. Podcasts are most certainly a strong suit as well, having hosted projects with the area high school coach, an NBA coach and a sports gambling venture. Social media is certainly an area where I thrive as well, building a strong following on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.I've covered games at the NBA Finals as well as the Eastern Conference Finals, not only profiling and covering an NBA head coach (Nick Nurse), but also developing a strong, continuing relationship with the Toronto Raptors leading man. I've dug deep into the archives to re-live a number of monumental historic pieces in addition heart-stirring features on cancer patients. My experience covering the NBA led me to multiple appearances on live, CBC TV in Canada as well as number of radio spots up north. I've been featured on sports talk shows in Iowa such as the Murph and Andy Show and Miller and Condon. My intense knowledge and skills in the journalism world are an incredible asset to any interested company.