What people who have worked with
Aaron Crowe have to say about him:
“I met Aaron as the founder of Spot.Us, a site that supports independent freelance journalists. Aaron proved to be thorough, accurate and persistent in his reporting. All the qualities I was looking for. He is ready to go beyond his comfort zone and is eager to expand horizons. He has a broad range of expertise and most importantly – is a quick learner who can report on anything. I wish him luck in the future and think he’d be a benefit to any working situation.” January 19, 2009
Top qualities: Personable , On Time , High Integrity
David Cohn
hired Aaron as a Writer/Editor in 2008 , and hired Aaron more than once
“Aaron gained a reputation in the newsroom as an editor who took stories seriously and gave useful input. He was known to stay calm and thoughtful under the pressures of the end-of-the day deadline, which is one of the most important characteristics that reporters admire.” July 31, 2008
Bruce Gerstman , Staff Writer , Contra Costa Times
worked indirectly for Aaron at Contra Costa Times
“I worked with Aaron for a few years at the Contra Costa Times. He was my editor and a great one at that. Aaron struck the right balance in coaching me along on stories without micro-managing. He was a delight to work with and has my recommendation.” January 19, 2009
Ryan Huff , Staff Writer , Contra Costa Times
reported to Aaron at Contra Costa Times
“Aaron is a skilled and talented writer and editor. He exhibits sound judgment and strong communication skills.” January 19, 2009
Bob Nishizaki , Assistant managing editor/Production , Bay Area News Group — East Bay
managed Aaron indirectly at Contra Costa Times
“Aaron is a rare asset — someone who is hard working (yet easy going), eager to take initiative and always willing to help a coworker out. I have had only positive experiences working with Aaron, and have been very impressed by his interest in expanding his skill sets and mastering new technologies. He would be an asset to any team.” January 20, 2009
Julie Sevrens Lyons , Health and fitness reporter , Contra Costa Times
worked directly with Aaron at Contra Costa Times
“Aaron provides a winning combination of first-rate writing and editing skills with positive energy, a sense of urgency and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. In working with him to seek innovative solutions to newspaper industry challenges, I have also come to admire his leadership and “never surrender” attitude. I also appreciate his intellectual curiosity, resourcefulness and impeccable research skills. I highly recommend Aaron Crowe.” January 20, 2009
Luther Jackson , Executive Officer , San Jose Newspaper Guild/CWA Local 39098
worked directly with Aaron at AC Consulting
“Aaron worked as a copy editor, assistant business editor and assistant metro editor when I worked with him. He was a solid editor, had good news judgment, worked well with the team and had a strong work ethic. I would rehire Aaron if I had the opportunity to.” January 20, 2009
Kathleen Williams , Assistant Managing Editor , Contra Costa Newspapers, Inc.
managed Aaron indirectly at Contra Costa Times
“Aaron is a dedicated, talented journalist who made the Contra Costa Times a better newspaper in his years working there. Aaron always impressed me with his versatility and skill as an assigning editor, copy editor, page designer and writer.” January 20, 2009
Craig Lazzeretti , East County Editor , Bay Area News Group-East Bay
worked directly with Aaron at Contra Costa Times
“Aaron stands out among the 13 different assistant city editors I had at Contra Costa Newspapers. I wish I was able to work with him longer. He not only was fair and respectful as an editor, but he also took an interest in his reporters and their goals. He made time for reporters to talk to him about expanding their beats or writing for different areas of the paper. Aaron’s a solid professional as an editor and manager.” January 20, 2009
Celeste Ward Altus , Staff writer , Contra Costa Newspapers
reported to Aaron at Contra Costa Times
“I had the pleasure of working with Aaron for more than two years at the Contra Costa Times. Not only is he a capable editor and writer, he also possesses outstanding interpersonal skills that help put everyone working around him at ease, even in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment. He is the right kind of person to have on your team; I certainly would be more than happy to work with him again.” January 20, 2009
Matt Sperling , Assistant News Editor and Page Designer/Copy Editor , Contra Costa Times newspaper group
worked directly with Aaron at Contra Costa Times
“I reported directly to Aaron at as a Metro writer for the Contra Costa Times. He gave good feedback on stories, showed solid news judgment and worked well under deadline pressure. He was also a very supportive and caring team leader.” January 20, 2009
Theresa Harrington , Metro reporter , Contra Costa Times
reported to Aaron at Contra Costa Times
“Aaron is a highly motivated, well-organized professional. As a colleague, I was impressed with his attention to detail and efficiency in seeing a project through to conclusion on deadline. Deadlines were of utmost importance in our work, and Aaron’s reputation is one you can depend on to deliver.” January 20, 2009
Mike Oliver , Projects Editor , Bay Area News Group
worked directly with Aaron at Contra Costa Times
“Aaron is a solid journalist with good news judgment and strong line and copy editing skills. He communicates and works well with colleagues.” July 17, 2008
Matthew Friedrichs , Copy editor , Contra Costa Times
worked with Aaron at Contra Costa Times
“Aaron Crowe is a versatile, conscientious journalist who is willing and able to consider new approaches to old tasks. He improves the newspapers he works at while helping to create a pleasant work environment.” July 14, 2008
Sjarif Goldstein , copy editor/paginator , Contra Costa Times
worked indirectly for Aaron at Contra Costa Times
“Aaron was an editor at the Contra Costa Times and though I did not report to him directly, he always stepped up and got the job done when I needed him in a pinch. I always appreciated how he stood up for his reporters.” October 16, 2008
Malaika Fraley , Reporter , Contra Costa Times
worked indirectly for Aaron at Contra Costa Times
