Brian Bencomo

Brian Bencomo has an extensive work history in the field of journalism, with a specialization in esports and sports reporting. Currently, they serve as the Senior Editor of Esports Content and PR at Nerd Street, where they oversee the creation, editing, and management of editorial content on NerdStreet.com. Brian manages a team of contractors and ensures the production of high-quality, unique articles on the site.

Prior to their current role, Brian worked at ESPN as an Associate Editor for Esports, where they edited news, game recaps, and feature stories on various games and coordinated coverage of the Call of Duty League. Brian also worked as an Associate Editor for the Copy Desk at ESPN, editing stories for spelling, grammar, clarity, and factual accuracy across a wide range of sports.

Before their time at ESPN, Brian was a Correspondent for the NHL at Fischler Report, covering games and interviewing players and coaches. Brian also worked as a Reporter at USC Annenberg Media, where they reported on various sports stories across multiple platforms, including online, radio, and television.

Brian has experience in digital content programming, having worked as a Digital Content Programmer at FOX Sports, where they monitored trending content and wrote articles for MLB teams. Additionally, they have freelanced as a writer for Pasadena magazine, Dodgers on Deck, and Trendsetters Worldwide, primarily covering football and baseball.

In terms of research experience, Brian served as a Research Assistant at USC Marshall School of Business, where they engaged in data collection, management, and analysis for various projects. Brian also worked as a Project Management Consultant at The Wilshire Group Associates, providing analysis for Cedars-Sinai Medical Center to enhance revenue cycle efficiency.

Earlier in their career, Brian gained editorial experience as an Editorial Intern at Pasadena Magazine, where they fact-checked articles and promoted them through social media. Brian also served as a City Year Corps Member at AmeriCorps.

Brian Bencomo completed their education with a Master's Degree in Journalism from the University of Southern California in 2016. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in History from Cornell University in 2012. Brian'searlier education includes a Diploma from Cantwell Sacred Heart of Mary, which they received in 2008. The field of study for the diploma is not specified.