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Miles Walls, a journalist from Southern California, has over 15 years of experience across writing, editing, and art direction. His most recent assignments include creating digital content for Hearst Newspapers, with articles featured on sfchronicle.com, SFGATE.com, Chron.com, and many other publications across the country.
Passionate about the fast-paced world of commerce, Miles thrives on the unpredictability of what product he'll explore next. His diverse portfolio spans various sectors such as home, food, culture, entertainment, and travel, having reviewed everything from luggage and hiking footwear to kitchen gadgets and the Las Vegas Sphere.
Key Achievements:
- Miles contributes to Dotdash Meredith brands like PEOPLE, Food & Wine, Better Homes & Gardens, and Mytour.
- He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
- His career includes roles as a copy editor at a daily newspaper, art director for an international food magazine, and creative manager for Alabama’s first gay men’s chorus.
- During the COVID-19 pandemic, Miles played a pivotal role in contact tracing efforts with San Mateo County Health in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Professional Experience
Miles’s journalism journey began as a college freshman working on the obituary desk at The Birmingham News. Over time, he has taken on key roles such as associate editor at The Birmingham News (now Alabama Media Group), associate art director for Birmingham magazine, and art director at Cooking with Paula Deen magazine, eventually joining Hearst in 2022.
If Miles were to choose a superpower, it would surely be his exceptional skill in spotting a good deal. Beyond his love for bargain hunting, Miles is also a passionate baker (particularly when it comes to sweets), a trivia expert, an enthusiastic explorer, and a dedicated fan of pop culture.
Most Loved Purchase:
Miles has a deep passion for coffee, nearly on par with his love for saving money. But when he realized that he was spending more each month on cold brew than on his car insurance, the Keurig K-Iced coffee maker helped him balance his caffeine habits. With iced coffee available at any time, every sip feels like a small deposit in his savings.
Academic Background
Miles holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, with a minor in German.
Other Articles:
- Desert breweries in Palm Springs are making a name for themselves in the craft beer world, SFGATE
- Amazon is offering Beyonce Renaissance Tour T-shirts for only $20 right now, SFGATE
- A review of the Away Carry-on Flex: Is it really worth the investment?, SFGATE
- Experience the Las Vegas Sphere show: Here’s what it’s really like, Chron
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