Ryan Loftis
My journalism career began while a student at Central Michigan University. For 3 years I was a writer for the university newspaper, Central Michigan Life, consistently rated as the state’s best student publication. I eventually earned a promotion to senior reporter. My duties included profiling university students and faculty, previewing and covering campus events, writing stories about health and wellness, reviewing and writing articles about plays and films and covering appearances by nationally recognized speakers. In recognition of my dedication my editors named the award for persistence the Ryan Loftis Award. The following year I received the Most Dedicated Reporter Award.
Since May of 2008 I have been a contributing writer for monthly entertainment magazine INsite Atlanta. I have reviewed films and interviewed entertainment personalities including Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Nanette Burstein and actor Brandon T. Jackson. Today my main responsibility is writing preview articles on film and television seasons. These articles, approximately 3,000 words each, make excellent use of my passion for research and attention to detail.
The same year I became a contributing writer for Southeastern Luxury Publishing, headquartered near Atlanta. I have interviewed such luminaries as 2010 NBA Sixth Man of the Year Jamal Crawford; Super Bowl champion Daniel Wilcox; political columnist and television commentator Ron Hart; and “Good Morning America” food editor Sara Moulton. Additional subjects I have written about include the green movement, male grooming lounges, inventions, artists, farmers markets, designers, beach communities, games, golf resorts, spas, museums, real estate firms and schools turned into apartment buildings.
In fact, a particular article on a car wash so impressed its owner that he hired me to write articles for his banking software company in Alabama. I began in February of 2011 and have thus far profiled banks in Alabama, Arkansas, Texas, Florida, Arizona and Pennsylvania, as well as interviewing banking compliance officers nationwide. In August of 2011 I had an article published on the official Web site of the NBA’s Detroit Pistons.
Latest Articles
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NBA Highlights, March 4 - 10
A recap of NBA highlights from Sunday, March 4 through Saturday, March 10.
Mar 12, 2012
- Ryan Loftis
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NBA Highlights, Feb. 26 - March 3.
A recap of NBA highlights from Sunday, Feb. 26 through Saturday, March 3.
Mar 5, 2012
- Ryan Loftis
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When Keeping it Real Results in Oscar Gold
In recent years, many actors have won Academy Awards for portraying real people.
Feb 25, 2012
- Ryan Loftis
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Great Performances Make "The Descendants" a Must-See
George Clooney's terrific lead performance anchors a hilarious and insightful look at a father facing serious challenges.
Feb 9, 2012
- Ryan Loftis
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Atlanta Hawks Continuing to Soar
After missing the NBA playoffs for nearly a decade, the Atlanta Hawks have emerged as a contender in recent years.
Feb 1, 2012
- Ryan Loftis
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"This Film Is Not Yet Rated" DVD Review
Director Kirby Dick's documentary explores the failings of the Motion Picture Association of America's ratings board.
Jan 28, 2012
- Ryan Loftis
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"Bill Maher: But I'm Not Wrong" DVD Review
Comic and talk show host Bill Maher tackles a variety of topical subjects in his HBO comedy special.
Jan 26, 2012
- Ryan Loftis
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"Outfoxed" Takes on Fox News Channel
This documentary criticizes the journalistic tactics and "fair and balanced" claims of the Fox News Channel.
Jan 10, 2012
- Ryan Loftis
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"Magic & Bird: A Courtship of Rivals" DVD Review
This documentary explores the legendary rivalry between NBA greats Earvin "Magic" Johnson and Larry Bird.
Jan 9, 2012
- Ryan Loftis
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Documentary Asks "What Would Jesus Buy?"
The leader of a performance church takes his followers on a cross-country bus tour to protest the commercialization of Christmas.
Dec 21, 2011
- Ryan Loftis
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