Madalyn Hoerr
About Madalyn Hoerr
Madalyn Hoerr serves as the Director of the South Region Planning Team at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in journalism, digital content editing, and project management, with previous roles at various media organizations including The Tennessean and Advertising Age.
Current Role at Gannett
Madalyn Hoerr serves as the Director of the South Region Planning Team at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to strategic planning and project management within the organization. Her role involves overseeing digital content initiatives and ensuring effective communication across various media platforms in the Nashville Metropolitan Area.
Previous Experience at Gannett
Prior to her current position, Madalyn worked at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK in several roles. She was a Wire Copy Editor & Designer from 2012 to 2015, and later served as a Digital Planning Editor for The Tennessean and Knoxville News Sentinel from 2016 to 2020. In these roles, she focused on digital content editing and news editing, applying AP style guidelines to enhance journalistic quality.
Education and Expertise
Madalyn Hoerr earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from Columbia College Chicago, where she studied from 2008 to 2011. Her education has provided her with a solid foundation in journalism, complemented by her expertise in digital content editing and social media management. She has developed skills in project management and planning within the media industry.
Background in Media and Design
Madalyn has a diverse background in media, design, and event planning. She began her career as a Social Media Marketing Intern at Yelp.com in 2012 and later worked as a Digital Producer at the Tennessean from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, her experience includes roles as a Research Assistant at Advertising Age and an Editorial Intern at Grand Overview Communications Inc., which have enriched her understanding of the media landscape.
Skills in Project Management and Editing
Madalyn possesses strong skills in project management and planning, particularly within the media industry. Her experience includes applying AP style guidelines in journalistic content, which enhances the clarity and professionalism of the materials she oversees. Her background in social media management further supports her ability to engage audiences effectively.