Brandon R. Reynolds
About Brandon R. Reynolds
Brandon R. Reynolds is a Comedy Journalism Instructor at The Second City in Los Angeles, where he has developed two courses since 2019. He has a diverse background in journalism, multimedia production, and comedy, having worked with various publications and produced a comedy web-series for IFC.
Current Role at The Second City
Brandon R. Reynolds serves as a Comedy Journalism Instructor at The Second City in Los Angeles. He has held this position since 2019, where he has developed and designed two specialized courses in comedy journalism. His role involves teaching students the intersection of comedy and journalism, leveraging his extensive experience in both fields.
Educational Background
Brandon R. Reynolds studied at the University of Southern California, where he earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Specialized Journalism (Science) from 2009 to 2010. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication/English at Southwestern University from 1996 to 2000. His academic focus has included neuroscience, evolutionary biology, and marine science, which he explored during his time as an Annenberg Fellow.
Professional Experience in Journalism
Brandon R. Reynolds has a diverse background in journalism, having worked as a senior editor at WhoWhatWhy and as a freelance writer and editor for several publications, including The Atlantic, Kansas City Star, San Antonio Current, and Oxford American from 2009 to 2012. He also served as Editor-in-Chief at SF Weekly from 2012 to 2015 and reported for KCRW in Los Angeles.
Creative Projects and Productions
Brandon R. Reynolds has co-written and produced a comedy web-series for IFC and sold a half-hour comedy pilot. His work encompasses large multimedia projects, including web video production. Additionally, he has contributed as a writer and editor for UC San Francisco and The Journal of Alta California.
Skills in Design and Photography
In addition to his writing and editing expertise, Brandon R. Reynolds possesses skills in design and photography. This multifaceted background enhances his ability to manage multimedia projects and contribute creatively to various journalistic endeavors.