In Text
Capitalize job titles when they precede a name, e.g., RMA President Bill Githens.
Lowercase job titles when they follow the name, e.g., Bill Githens, president of RMA.
If the last name only is used, do not capitalize the job title.
Example:
The bank made a recommendation based on a report by economist Smith.
Titles used alone in place of a name should be lowercase.
Examples:
- professor
- president
- chair
In biographies:
Capitalize job titles when they precede a name, e.g., RMA President Githens.
Lowercase job titles when they follow the name, e.g., Bill Githens, president of RMA.
Lowercase job titles when they stand alone.
In Lists and Bylines
Capitalize titles used in lists, even when they follow a name:
Examples:
- Bill Githens, President/CEO
- Ed DeMarco, General Counsel