Adam Trawick
Journalist | Writer | Intelligence Analyst | Communicator
Exploring the intersection of culture, language, and emerging technology. Telling stories is my trade. Connecting with people is my passion.
Career Highlights
Editorial Leadership
Managed digital content output (300+ pieces/year) and edited feature-length narrative journalism at Sporting Classics.
Intelligence Analysis
Leveraged OSINT, Python, and AI automation (Claude) to conduct due diligence and threat posture analysis.
Public Communications
Host of AHF Sessions and skilled public speaker with a "professorial air," specializing in extemporaneous communication.
About Adam
My mission is simple: I focus on communication that connects complex ideas with real people.
My journey has not been a straight line, and that is my greatest asset. I began studying business administration, shifted into philosophy and then art studio and graphic design, and even spent years in general contracting remodeling houses, all while chasing one thing: genuine inspiration.
I found that inspiration in the mechanics of the English language. I wanted to understand why language works at a fundamental level, from its early roots through classic literature and into modern journalism, from Chaucer and Shakespeare to writers like David Foster Wallace. A BA in English Literature with a concentration in writing, composition, and rhetoric (USC–Beaufort) gave me a deep grasp of how English works, why it resonates, and how to communicate engagingly and thought provokingly across subject matter.
The Journalist & Editor. I entered the professional world through the hunting, fishing, and outdoor sporting industry. As Assistant Editor at Sporting Classics, I helped shepherd a narrative driven print magazine while managing its digital presence, transitioning decades of issues (1984–2024) online, publishing hundreds of digital pieces per year, and editing dozens of feature length stories annually. I also founded Quiddity Press, an independent platform for long form essays and fiction, where I wrote and edited over 100 original pieces.
The Intelligence Analyst. Looking to explore new frontiers of language and communication, I moved into intelligence and cyber adjacent work as an Intelligence Analyst at Groom Lake Private Military Company. There, I trained in Python, supported the integration of Anthropic’s Claude to automate OSINT and data entry workflows, and conducted due diligence and risk analysis using PAI and OSINT to inform six and seven figure decisions.
Today, I stand at the intersection of narrative journalism, analytical research, and emerging technology. I focus on bringing clarity, depth, and human connection to every story, brief, or intelligence product I touch.
Education
BA, English Language & Literature
University of South Carolina-Beaufort
Concentration in writing, composition, and rhetoric.
Core Competencies
- Narrative Journalism
- Editorial Leadership
- Open-Source Intelligence
- AI Prompting & Automation
- Public Speaking
- Copywriting & Editing
Writing Portfolio
A selection of my work spanning magazine journalism, cultural essays, and creative fiction. Click 'Read Sample' to view an excerpt.
Disillusionment
Short Story / Vignette
A dialogue-driven vignette exploring the concept of lies, promises, and the quiet comfort of a simple truth at a local bar.
Etiolation
Short Story / Vignette
A somber, atmospheric reflection on the fading of life, memory, and the quiet decay observed from a pale blue recliner.
A Ghost Story
Short Story
A dialect-driven narrative touching on guilt, reason, and the haunting burden of cognition over a weary hearth.
Heeltap
Short Story / Vignette
A surreal and slightly melancholy encounter at a bar involving an impromptu aura reading and a missing spiritual orb.
Melancholia & Let Alone, the Lone Wolf
Fable / Poetry
A fable-like tale of a wolf facing the harsh realities of pack dynamics, interspersed with poetic reflections on letting go.
Nadir of The Great Arch
Poetry
A structured, cosmic poem exploring time, entropy, and the mythological archer through intricate rhyme and meter.
The Tarn
Short Story
A tense narrative set by a midnight tarn, where survival, injury, and the brutal indifference of nature collide in the aftermath of violence.
Winter Speak
Poetry Collection
A collection of evocative poetry exploring themes of home, melancholy, the passage of time, and the longing for mercy.
The Heroism of Forgiveness
Quiddity Press
An exploration of human mercy, the nature of justice un-tempered by forgiveness, and the cultural necessity of individual transcendence.
The Dark Eyes of Blind Rage
Quiddity Press
A deep-dive into the difference between occurrence and significance, symbols versus living individuals, and the danger of untempered empathy.
On Neighborliness
Quiddity Press
An examination of civic duty, constitutional foundations, and the increasingly frayed social fabric of American political and cultural life.
Anxiety of the Future
Quiddity Press
A critique of modern sentimentalism through the lens of Caspar David Friedrich's art and historical interpretations of the Romantic epoch.
The Nightblue Fruits of Philosophy
Quiddity Press
An examination of the modern public discourse, the death of patience, and the necessity of personal philosophical constitution.
The Web of Social Justice Hypocrisy
Quiddity Press
An uncompromising look into the paradoxes of modern ideological enforcement, personal responsibility, and subjective double standards.
On Decadence: Western Liberty
Quiddity Press
An analysis of myth-making, film history, and the subtle "valences" we assign to the foundational concepts of liberty and truth.
Very Like a Whale
Quiddity Press
A reflection on the distinction between anecdotes and data, storytelling versus statistical truth, and honest conversation.
Astroturf Blues
Quiddity Press
An examination of the Constitutional framers' debates, the necessity of collective humility, and prioritizing public good.
Sluagh-Ghairm
Quiddity Press
A critique of the modern age of slogans, the bastardization of "personal truth," and the dangerous superficiality of propaganda.
That Reason Wonder May Diminish
Quiddity Press
Reflections on the necessity of inquiry, the dangers of hasty judgment, and balancing childlike curiosity with the serious search for clarity.
The Art of the Individual
Quiddity Press
An analysis of modern outrage, the paradoxical nature of awakened culture, and the delicate line between art and propaganda.
WAG THE GOD
Quiddity Press
A profound exploration of grief, curiosity, and the haunted terrain of the human heart, weaving together children's literature, biblical scripture, and the stark prose of Samuel Beckett.
The Round at Trustus
Feature & Interview
A feature narrative and interview with Artistic Director Chad Henderson detailing the immersive transformation of the Trustus Theater.
Meaning in an Evening with Zach Deputy
Review
An immersive review and backstage encounter with musician Zach Deputy, capturing his unique musical style and transcendent live energy.
Fruitful Blessings
Sporting Classics Daily
A feature narrative on hunting traditions and modern rifle platforms, written as an advertorial for the Benelli Lupo.
This Is Your Rifle
Sporting Classics
An investigative, narrative piece blending personal experience, regional travel, and cultural reflection from time spent in the Caribbean.
As Crepuscule Closes In
Sporting Classics
A poetic reflection on the twilight hours of fishing, capturing the ephemeral beauty of nature and the innocent wonder of a child.
Dispatch from Duncan's Backyard
Sporting Classics Daily
A lighthearted account of an evening bass fishing trip with colleagues, exploring the deeper meaning of sportsmanship and the passage of time.
In the Heart of Wyoming
Sporting Classics
An expedition into the vast expanses of Wyoming for prairie dog hunting, highlighting camaraderie, respect for nature, and precision shooting.
Nebraska Whitetail & the Haunted Heart
Sporting Classics
A gripping narrative of a winter whitetail hunt along the Republic River, intertwining the adrenaline of the chase with profound philosophical reflections.
Major Projects
AI & Intelligence Automation
Groom Lake PMC • 2025
Served as an Intelligence Analyst, supporting development and modernization of in-house open-source intelligence (OSINT) workflows. While training in Python, was asked to help integrate Anthropic's Claude into existing tools to automate repetitive front-end intelligence and data-entry tasks.
- Built comprehensive digital profiles using Publicly Available Information (PAI/OSINT) to assess threat posture, reputational risk, and operational exposure for entities of interest.
- Monitored and analyzed 200–400+ domain registrations per month, identifying and reporting 3–7% suspicious, spoofed, or nefarious domains tied to fraud, impersonation, or data-harvesting.
- Contributed to data-removal and remediation workflows for client PII exposures, including mass-mailer compromises and large-scale database leaks affecting 10,000+ records per incident.
Sporting Classics Digital Archive
Sporting Classics • 2021–2024
Worked alongside the Chief Editor on a legacy hunting and fishing magazine (founded in 1984), helping manage end-to-end issue production while being given near-carte-blanche over the digital platform.
- Transitioned decades of print issues (1984–2024) into a structured digital archive, turning a thumbnail-style site into a deeper repository of back-catalog content.
- Designed an online lane for "B-side" and non-print pieces, paying writers flat fees and publishing their shorter or experimental narratives on Sporting Classics Daily.
- Managed and published ~300+ digital pieces per year, increasing subscribers, engagements, impressions, conversions, and store revenue during his tenure, despite limited technical and financial resources.
Quiddity Press
Independent Publishing • 2018–2024
Founded and built Quiddity Press as a digital home for long-form essays, political commentary, and cultural analysis, with the long-term aim of evolving it into a print magazine.
- Wrote, proofread, and edited 100+ original articles, essays, and reported blog posts, generating 100% of published story ideas and carrying the entire editorial output.
- Managed the site build and hosting himself, maintaining the platform until infrastructure costs made continued operation impractical.
- Used Quiddity Press to refine a long-form, analytical voice on political climates, cultural shifts, and geopolitical commentary that readers responded to as clear, engaging explanations of complex issues.
Speaking & Media
Accountability and Hopeful Fridays
Host & Communications Lead • Feb 2026 - Present
Currently serving as the host for AHF Sessions (Fridays @ 3:30pm EST). In this role, I guide community conversations, interview guests, and manage brand messaging to ensure strong membership retention and engagement.
Extemporaneous Speaking
Known for a "professorial air," I am highly comfortable stepping in front of audiences. Whether following a script or extemporizing impromptu, I prioritize engaging, cogent, and convincing delivery that inspires listeners.
Community Leadership
Effective communication isn't just about talking; it's about leading. I leverage my background in literature and philosophy to facilitate discussions that elevate group understanding and foster genuine human connection.
Resume
Adam Trawick
Blythewood, South Carolina • www.linkedin.com/in/adam-trawick
Journalist, writer, editor, analyst, empathic storyteller. Telling stories is my trade. Connecting with people is my passion.
Professional Summary
Journalist, editor, Intelligence Analyst, and researcher with experience in investigative reporting, digital publishing, and intelligence analysis. Skilled in open-source research with a strong foundation in investigative research, OSINT, and due diligence, supported by a professional background in editorial leadership and analytical writing. Experienced in assessing reputational, operational, and cyber risk, producing actionable intelligence to inform six- and seven-figure decisions. Exceptional communicator who bridges technical findings and strategic insight for diverse stakeholders, fact-checking, and translating complex information into clear, accurate stories. BA in English Literature.
Experience
Communications and Host
- Aid comms team in brand messaging, membership retention.
- Host of AHF Sessions, Fridays @ 3:30pm EST.
Intelligence Analyst (Paid Internship)
- Served as primary liaison between Intelligence and Management teams, coordinating cross-functional communication for 5-7 stakeholders.
- Oversaw prioritization and workflow for multiple in-house OSINT development initiatives (Python/Claude AI).
- Conducted due diligence investigations producing actionable intelligence reports supporting $500k-$7M+ decisions.
- Monitored 200-400+ domain registrations/month, identifying 3-7% suspicious/spoofed domains.
- Executed data removal/remediation for client PII exposures (10,000+ records).
Assistant Editor
- Managed and published daily digital content (300+ pieces/year).
- Edited 50-80 feature-length stories annually, reducing revision cycles by ~20-30%.
- Collaborated with Editorial Director on layout, ad placement, and visual hierarchy for print.
Freelance Writer
- Produced 50+ long-form articles, features, and gear reviews reaching tens of thousands.
- Delivered sponsor-aligned editorial content while maintaining independence and audience trust.
Founder & Editor
- Wrote, proofread, and edited 100+ original articles, essays, and reported blog posts.
- Led prospecting and story development through independent research.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, English Language and Literature
Top Skills
Get In Touch
Whether you're looking for a writer, an editor, or an analyst, I'm open to new opportunities.
Contact Info
Professional Network
LinkedIn Profile
Location
Columbia, SC
"Connecting with people is my passion."
Reach Out Directly
I am actively seeking new opportunities and freelance projects. Because form submissions can sometimes get lost in the shuffle, I prefer direct communication. Please feel free to connect with me directly on LinkedIn.