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Kevin Whipps and I both worked as copy editors at 944. During that time, we worked both together and separately on various projects. Kevin was always prepared and extremely organized, and he was great at brainstorming new ways in which we could streamline our department and production procedures. He is an incredibly detail-oriented worker who sometimes goes to great pains to do whatever it takes to guarantee that his finished product is not only his best possible work, but also exactly (or even above and beyond) what his client or coworker had in mind, making him an absolute pleasure to work with. Kevin is the guy you go to when you want something done right the first time.
Marie Look
Writer & Copy Editor
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I have hired Kevin on multiple occasions to provide content to national magazines and the results have always been top-of-the-line. I would not hesitate to hire Kevin at any point, because he always delivers.
Courtney Halowell
Editor, MuscleCar Power Magazine
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As the Editor of the # 1 truck magazine, I must be diligent when using freelance journalist as to keep with the quality and intelligence our readers have come to expect each month. I’ve worked with Kevin for more than five years and his work has increasingly become better written, better photographed, and much easier to edit. Having a dependable ally in the Phoenix area is greatly appreciated when deadlines encroach and time away from the office is not permitted. Whether it be for show coverage, know-how tech articles, or feature photography, I appreciate Kevin’s commitment to do his best.
Dan Ward
Editor, Truckin’ Magazine
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I had the pleasure of working with Kevin during our time as copy editors at 944 magazine and as one of his writers during his editor runs at Six Degrees and Rebel magazines. What I appreciated was how thoroughly he described what he was looking for in his stories. I also appreciated that what he didn’t know, he quickly made an effort to learn. I also appreciated how he exhibited faith in and camaraderie with his co-workers, even if it meant standing up to superiors in an effort to accomplish what was the best direction for his publications. With these traits, it’s easy to see why Kevin would be an ideal contributor and business partner in any editorial endeavor.
Joel Lyons
Writer & Copy Editor
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Kevin Whipps has worked with Street Trucks for the past few years and has exhibited a high degree of professionalism with a commitment to quality photography and writing. He is on time with a sharp eye combined with a deep passion for the subject matter he photographs and reports on.
Travis Noack
Editor, Street Trucks Magazine
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I am so lucky to have been able to work with Kevin on Rebel. He is easily the most organized and driven editor I have met. Kevin has never missed a deadline and is easily the most important person to have on your team. Coming from the design side, these skills are make or break in the publishing industry. He not only has eyes like a hawk for editing, but he has an amazing way of telling stories that are thought provoking and inspiring.
Jenny Poon
Creator, eeko studio
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During his tenure as copy editor at 944 Magazine, a large part of Mr. Whipps’ time was spent making me, and all contributors to 944 San Francisco appear to have a working command of the English Language. He undertook this heroic mission with humor, a stiff upper lip and nary a complaint. Through the long hours and tight deadlines, he was always a pleasure to work with, and as a testament to what I learned from his amazing and trusty work, I am fearlessly posting this recommendation with no prior once-over by his replacement.
Laurel May
Managing Editor, 944 Magazine San Francisco
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Kevin’s got great energy and a passion for whatever project/task is given to him. Good at taking direction as well as going it alone. Thumbs up for Kevin.
Marco Patino
Photographer
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It was truly a pleasure working with Kevin — he’s a great copy editor, writer, photographer, and tech/auto enthusiast. He’s passionate about his work, and it shows in the quality of the work that he produces.
Emmanuel Crouvisier
Director of Web Systems, 944 Media
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Kevin is a very talented writer and strong editor, easy to work with and dependable. I’d recommend him without hesitation.
Sarah Daoust
Managing Editor, 944 Magazine San Diego
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Kevin and I were colleagues while at 944 Media. As the company’s Director of HR, I found Kevin to not only be incredibly talented, but also a quality individual of high values. I would recommend Kevin to anyone looking for a heck of a writer/copy editor.
Tim Potten
Director of Human Resources, 944 Media
