ABOUT DYLAN LEPORE
I build systems, tell stories, and create things that last.
I’m a business operations leader, writer, photographer, and entrepreneur based in Portland, Maine. My work spans multi-entity business operations, real estate development, journalism, and creative media—all connected by a belief that good ideas deserve thoughtful, disciplined execution.
Business Operations • Journalism • Creative Media
CURRENTLY
Business Operations Manager — Port City Architecture
Project Controller & Dev Support — Scittery Woods Partners
Founder — LeporeMedia
Creator — The Part-Time Gamer
EDUCATION
B.S. Media Studies (Journalism), Minor in Entrepreneurship
Magna Cum Laude — Radford University
BASED IN
Portland, Maine
What I Do
Business Operations & Real Estate
Finance • Project Controls • Systems & Execution
I work behind the scenes where business, finance, technology, and people meet—keeping an architecture firm, related real estate entities, and a $20M workforce housing development organized, financially healthy, and moving forward.
LeporeMedia
Photography • Websites • Digital Strategy
My independent creative agency helping small businesses, nonprofits, and creators tell better stories through custom WordPress sites, photography, and clear written communication.
The Part-Time Gamer
Gaming • Technology • Journalism
An independent media channel and publishing archive exploring video game culture, tech trends, and digital media through long-form articles, podcasts, and commentary.
My Story
I’ve always been fascinated by two seemingly opposite worlds: creativity and structure.
Growing up, I spent my time experimenting with cameras, exploring technology, writing, and building my first websites. Studying journalism taught me how to ask better questions, communicate under tight deadlines, and verify details under pressure.
At Radford University, that passion turned into operational leadership when I became Editor-in-Chief of The Tartan, the university’s student newspaper. Leading a 20+ person newsroom, redesigning a print publication, and overhauling a digital CMS showed me how creative work and strong operational systems rely on each other to succeed.
Today, that same balance shapes every project I take on—from managing multi-entity financial systems and real estate development controls to photography, publishing, and web architecture.
WHAT I BELIEVE
Good work comes from combining creativity with discipline. The best organizations aren’t built on ideas alone—they’re built on systems that allow those ideas to thrive. Whether I’m managing business operations across multi-entity real estate firms, writing an article, or designing a website, my goal is always the same: create something useful, thoughtful, and built to last.
Experience
Business Operations Manager
Port City Architecture / Scittery Woods Partners Development Project · March 2022 – Present
I manage the day-to-day business operations that keep an architecture firm and related real estate entities running: financial tracking, billing, budgeting, HR processes, contracts, municipal proposals, and internal technology systems.
- Financial Management & Growth: Strengthened financial reporting, invoicing, and operational controls during a period of sustained profitability, including a 27.8% net profit margin (~$764K annual operating profit).
- Real Estate Development Support: Provide financial controls and operational support for Scittery Woods Townhomes, a $20M, 48-unit workforce housing development, tracking capital, vendor draws, and state funding compliance.
- Proposals & Business Development: Led production and compliance for approximately 55 municipal and commercial proposals, supporting major projects valued at more than $45M in total construction costs.
- Marketing, Technology & Operations: Oversee internal software systems, HR workflows, website management, and architectural photography to support firm operations and client pursuits.
Founder & Media Director
LeporeMedia · April 2020 – Present
LeporeMedia is my independent agency providing web design, content strategy, photography, and digital consulting services.
- Built custom, responsive websites using WordPress, Webflow, and Wix for over 20 businesses and nonprofits.
- Authored 100+ published articles and provided SEO, content strategy, and brand consulting.
- Selected Clients: Dragonfly Games Studio, Historic Hampton, Staples Weather, The Indie Game Website, Angela’s Stuff, Sell Broke, and Brutal Gamer.
Creator & Publisher
The Part-Time Gamer · August 2013 – Present
An independent publishing brand dedicated to video game journalism, industry analysis, and creative multimedia.
- Published hundreds of articles, podcasts, and video commentary generating 60,000+ YouTube views.
- Created and hosted two regular shows: Monday Morning PlayStation Podcast and Thursday Afternoon Games Chat.
Editor-in-Chief
The Tartan · Dec 2017 – Nov 2020
Led the complete editorial, structural, and digital transformation of Radford University’s student newspaper.
- Published 62 print editions and expanded physical distribution from 7 to 35 newsstands.
- Reconstructed the website on WordPress, driving online readership past 200,000 page views.
- Recruited and trained 20+ staff members and presented on collegiate media leadership in NYC.
Earlier Experience
Bookkeeper — Port View Corporation (2022 – Present)
Manage financial tracking, guest logistics, and municipal compliance for short-term rental properties in Portland.
Brand Ambassador / Event Manager — Renewal by Andersen (2022 – 2025)
Represented the company at events throughout Maine, booking 120+ demos (Rising Star 2022, Unsung Hero 2023).
Business Operations Intern — SecuriGence LLC (2020 – 2021)
Supported recruiting, compliance documentation, technical writing, and marketing (NIST 171 / ISO 27001).
By the Numbers
$45M+
Construction project values supported in RFP proposals
$20M
Workforce housing development managed as Project Controller
27.8%
Net profit margin achieved across business operations
200k+
Readers reached on rutartan.com
100+
Published articles & commentary pieces
13+
Years creating digital media & building websites
Selected Publications & Collaborations
- The Indie Game Website
- The Nerd Stash
- HC GamerLife
- GameWatcher
- Brutal Gamer
- Staples Weather
- The Historic Hampton
- The Tartan
- The Part-Time Gamer
Recognition & Honors
- Unsung Hero & Rising Star — Renewal by Andersen Greater Maine (2022–2023)
- Dean’s Scholar in Media Studies — Radford University (2021)
- VPF Leadership & Innovation Award — Virginia Press Foundation (2020)
- Dr. Michael W. and Karen A. Cronin Scholarship — Radford University (2020)
- Outstanding Junior & Sophomore in Media Studies — Radford University
- Balanced Man Scholarship Recipient — Sigma Phi Epsilon
Behind the Camera
Photography has always been one of the ways I slow down and understand the world around me. From architectural structures and commercial spaces to portraits, events, and coastal landscapes, I enjoy creating images that preserve stories and highlight the details people often overlook.
What Others Say
“Dylan demands much of himself and those around him. I would rate him as one of the best Editors-in-Chief of The Tartan I have worked with in my 13 years at Radford University.”
Dr. Samuel R. Jennings
“Easy to work with and always professional with amazing attention to detail. Our site is our company’s home, and Dylan made our home beautiful, clean, and a reflection of our brand!”
Jay Cameron, DragonFly Games Studio
Beyond Work
When I’m away from work, I’m usually researching personal finance, following the latest technology news, exploring the Maine coast with a camera, playing PlayStation, or planning my next project over an ice-cold Diet Coke.
Looking to Work Together?
Need photography, a website, or content for your business?
Visit LeporeMedia, where I help businesses, nonprofits, and individuals build a stronger online presence through creative services.
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