Here are a few comments from some editors and clients I have worked with through the years.
WRITING, EDITING, & REPORTING CLIENTS
“I’ve crossed paths with Sean Chaffin at multiple stops in the poker industry; PokerNews, WPT, and most recently bringing him on as a freelance writer at PokerGO. At every stage, he’s been exactly what you want in a writer: skilled, reliable, and genuinely easy to work with.
“Sean has a rare combination of abilities. Give him a topic or a specific angle, and he’ll come back with a polished, well-crafted story. Give him the freedom to find his own, and he’ll surface something interesting you hadn’t thought of. That kind of versatility is hard to come by, especially in a niche space like poker where not every writer truly understands the world they’re covering.
“He’s been particularly valuable during the World Series of Poker, where the volume and pace of content demands someone who can perform under pressure without cutting corners. Throughout the years of working with Sean, he has never missed a deadline. That consistency is something I’ve come to count on completely.
“Sean has also made me a better writer. Whether through his example or his feedback, working alongside him has genuinely sharpened my own craft. That’s the mark of someone who doesn’t just do good work, but they also elevate the people around them.
“If you need a writer who delivers quality on deadline, every time, Sean is your person.”
– Tim Duckworth, PokerGO director of poker operations and live events
*****
“Conversational, insightful, and professional, Sean Chaffin brings a unique perspective to any of a variety of topics. His work for Connect Brazil consistently inspires our readers to involve themselves with one of the world’s most inviting and immersive cultures. Sean is a superb storyteller.”
– Scott Adams, creative director of ConnectBrazil.com
*****
“I have worked with countless editors and writers over the years and Sean is without a doubt one of the best. Sean is extremely knowledgeable and skilled in many topics covering the casino gaming industry and is also a true collaborator, highly responsive and excels at writing material that is interesting for the reader. He not only takes direction well, but also offers suggestions and ideas throughout the editorial process. Sean is a highly-skilled writer who is professional, resourceful and conscientious and I can always depend on quality work.”
– Lisa Robertson-Dziedzic, publisher/editorial director of Casino Player Publishing
*****
“Sean is a tremendous writer to work with and has elevated World Poker Tour’s coverage of live and online events. His inside knowledge of the industry and players is a great asset to our event coverage.”
– Matt Clark, former marketing manager at World Poker Tour
*****
“Sean is one of the most skilled writers in the poker industry today and he really has the pulse of what people want to read about. He’s a gifted storyteller and an easy person to work with.”
– Dustin Gouker, former head of content for Catena Media North America
*****
“Sean Chaffin has written in-depth articles for our alumni magazines. He delivers excellent copy on time and on target. I have complete confidence in having Sean reach out to our constituents for interviews. He’s a true professional.”
– Jennifer Nimmo, former director of communications at Bishop Lynch High School
PUBLIC RELATIONS CLIENTS
“Sean has a strong sense for what’s newsworthy and incredibly sharp journalistic writing skills. He also really takes the time to understand and bring helpful insight when dealing with complex and potentially sensitive media situations. He’s been a great asset to both our local Rotary club and my family’s wholesale insurance brokerage. Bottom line, Sean is quick to respond but thoughtful in his approach, making him exactly the kind of resource you want in your corner when it’s time to share your story.“
– Mike Garretson, Vice President of Stroud National Agency, Inc.
*****
“Sean Chaffin is a genuine miracle worker. He exceeded all expectations! He was able to reach out to poker blogs, sites, magazines, EVERYTHING, across multiple continents. Every day, it seemed he’d gone out to dozens of media outlets and had a remarkably high uptake rate. His work ethic was amazing. Within days of launching our app, we’d been featured on a dozen or so sites around the world – some of which he ghost-wrote articles for us to a very high standard. He knew exactly the tone to use for each article.“
– Jake Colman, MatchPoker Online (public relations campaign client)
*****
More About Sean Chaffin
I Left My Journalism Teaching Job to be a Freelancer Covering Poker, Gambling & More – Diana Kelly Levey freelance writing blog interview (2022)
Sean discusses the Texas poker club on The Gambling Files podcast (2022)
Get to Know the Poker Media: Sean Chaffin – Cardplayer Lifestyle (2017)
Press Club of Dallas Aynesworth Award of magazine investigative journalism recognition (2017)