Ryan Bates
About Ryan Bates
Ryan Bates is a Senior Manager at Maximus with a background in health communication and specializes in plain language writing and field testing for readability and usability.
Title
Ryan Bates holds the position of Senior Manager. His extensive experience in management and consulting roles have contributed to his expertise and current role.
Professional Experience at Maximus
Ryan Bates has served in various capacities at Maximus. He worked as a Consultant in Reston, Virginia for 7 months in 2012, and subsequently as a Manager from 2012 to 2014. He is currently in the role of Senior Manager, a position he has held since 2012, despite an error in the duration note.
Role at East Carolina University
Ryan Bates worked as a Graduate Assistant at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina from 2010 to 2011. This role coincided with his time completing a Master of Arts in Communication at the university.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Bates completed a Master of Arts in Communication at East Carolina University from 2010 to 2011. Before that, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from North Carolina State University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. His education underpins his specialization in plain language writing aimed at enhancing readability and comprehension.
Field Testing and Data Analysis
Ryan Bates conducts field tests to assess the readability and usability of both print and web materials. His work includes analyzing data and compiling summary reports based on these field tests. This analytical expertise is a key component of his professional contributions.
Background in Health Communication
Ryan Bates has a background in health communication, which informs his work in creating accessible health literacy materials. This focus on accessibility aims to help individuals with limited literacy skills better understand health-related information.