Brian Murphy

About Brian Murphy

Versatile and award-winning writer with 20-plus years of experience creating clear, compelling, and audience-focused content across digital and print platforms. Applied AI tools across content strategy, SEO, email automation, and digital channels, with a focus on ethical and data-driven decision-making. Skilled at developing messaging that motivates action, simplifies complex topics, and drives engagement across diverse channels, including email, web, social media, SEO articles, and event materials. Adept collaborator who works with designers, strategists, and subject matter experts to deliver cohesive, on-brand, and measurable content. Quarter-century in the trenches of daily journalism, covering major-league sports in Minnesota and major-league crime in Detroit - including the exploits of assisted-suicide doctor Jack Kevorkian. I\'ve covered hell with the lid off on the field and in the courtroom, with enough time to be a regular radio guest host, author, and current freelance columnist covering the Minnesota Vikings for PurpleInsider.com and Minnesota Monthly magazine.Off the clock, I am a youth baseball umpire in the Twin Cities, resolving conflicts and embracing my love of the grand old game since summer 2021.

Experience

1. Special Education Teacher

   South Washington County Schools

   Jan 2026 — Present

   Adaptable educator working in diverse special-education school settings, emphasizing relationship-building and communication.

Education

• Wayne State University

  Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA