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New York, New York, Us

A Media Consultant and Production Company with a Purpose- Abstrak Vision is an industry impacting multimedia entity that creates award winning innovative original content, in addition to sales presentations, recap materials, commercials and social media management for corporate clients and more. We have award winning Films accepted into Festivals and some in the pre-production phase. Our educational sector of the business is called AV University, which is responsible for creating “The Possibilities Tour”, a traveling citywide Career Day whose first event occurred in the midst of the Pandemic with more than 100 black and brown youth and teens, ages 10-20 registered.Clients include:NYC Department of EducationBrooklyn CollegeColumbia UniversityNew York City Housing AuthorityAnd more My role:- Found and operates Abstrak Vision, an M/WBE certified multimedia entity specializing in media production.- Produce award-winning films accepted into festivals.- Create innovative original content, sales presentations, recap materials, commercials, and social media management for corporate client's brand expansion.- Curriculum design and lesson plan implementation (Media Production program, Media Balance/Wellness, Art Activism).- Curated the 'The Possibilities Tour', a 501(c)3 traveling citywide career day for BIPOC Youth/Teens/Young Adults.- Identify and develop strategic partnerships with educational institutions, community organizations, and industry professionals to expand the impact of Abstrak Vision's educational programs for BIPOC youth interested in media production.- Hire, train, coach, supervise, and evaluate staff members

San Francisco, Ca, Us

- Develop and implement strategies to support the academic success along with personal growth and promote cultural competency and inclusivity in the educational environment.- Designed and led professional development opportunities.- Collaborated with school leaders to identify and address the unique needs and challenges of Black and Latinx students in order to create a supportive and inclusive educational environment.- Provided ongoing support and guidance to teachers in implementing culturally responsive teaching practices.- Developed and implemented strategies to increase parent and community engagement.- Executed Social and Emotional learning activities and practices.

San Francisco, Ca, Us

- Designed a new course of instruction to the Foundation introducing students to the skills and abilities of STEM, video production, coding, graphic design, animation, web tools, and various software programs.- Developed and implemented creative and engaging technology-based curriculum for 21st-century learners.- Implement effective strategies to integrate multimedia technology into the educational curriculum, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.- Encourage students to use Social Media responsibly for Self Expression and/or service based learning.

San Francisco, Ca, Us

Responsible for working with students who have a wide range of learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities as well as the general population in an ICT setting.- Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans.- Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.- Facilitate meetings for Individualized Educational Plans- Plan, organize, and assign activities that are specific to each student’s abilities.- Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one.- Discuss student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.- Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.

New York, Ny, Us

Responsible for working with students who have a wide range of learning, mental, emotional, and physical disabilities as well as the general population in an ICT setting.- Assess students’ skills to determine their needs and to develop teaching plans.- Adapt lessons to meet the needs of students.- Develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for each student.- Plan, organize, and assign activities that are specific to each student’s abilities.- Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one.- Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress.- Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals.- Discuss student’s progress with parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators.- Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and after graduation.

Long Island City, New York, Us

For their Student Health and Sexuality programming- Developed and delivered customized workshops and presentations to diverse youth audiences, to promote awareness and understanding of social issues and encourage dialogue and action.- Developed and implemented multiple curriculums across numerous sites and programs for participants ages 6-21.- Managed the development of Four Student ran Websites and the Creation of Student developed projects. (Music Videos, PSA's and Documentaries).- Encouraged participants and staff to use social media responsibly.- Facilitated workshops about Health and Sexuality

New York, Ny, Us

At Manhattan Theater Lab High School:- Developed Curriculums and outlines to be executed.- Responsible for teaching Video Production to High School aged Students.- Spearheaded the development of Music Videos and Short Films created by Students.- Assisted with maintaining student discipline, positive behavior and morale.- Promoted good attendance rates and ensured school safety and the prevention of violence.- Supported the teaching staff by identifying students with attendance issues or disciplinary problems and address those issues with parents to create a positive outcome.

Indianapolis, In, Us

- Built the first Video Department at a Radio Station from idea to fruition- Spearheaded the launch of HOT97.com/TV- Managed the Production of Video elements: capturing and editing of Radio Broadcasts, Interviews, Special Events, Music Videos and Community Initiatives.- Worked Directly with Sales to execute Visual Sales initiatives for Clients such as Boost Mobile and the NYC Department of Health- Spearheaded ongoing lessons, designed curriculums and outlines to enhance Staff production skills- Displayed Companies astounding reputation, brand and quality services.- Curated (Hired and Managed) the first Production Team- Designed work schedules - Managed Video Department content- Promoted products and services; generated leads and initiated sales.

Indianapolis, In, Us

- Responsible for creating, retrieving, developing and managing original interactive content for three radio station websites, HOT97, KissFM, and CD101.9. - Promoted to Interactive Video Coordinator for HOT 97.1 WQHT.- Produced a variety of written reviews of events and promotions.- Proof read and edited written materials.- Maintained Digital Media initiatives- Videos, Podcasts, social networking sites and more.

New York, Ny, Us

At an Alternative Learning Center Site:- Teaching students coping skills through the use of Art and Creativity- Lesson Plan Design- Conduct behavior management strategies

Washington, Dc, Us

Howard University WHBC Radio- Arranged music for playlist.- Reported News and current events to university students.- Discussed wide range of topics and conducted interviews for the morning show.

Assisted the Director and Producers in the Music Video and Commercial department during all phases of production in addition to performing administrative work.

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While still in High School…- Networked with other Record labels and Magazines companies to enhance Recording Artist imagery.- Organized and created Press Kits- Performed clerical duties.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Radio, Television And Film

Master Of Education - Med, Special Education And Teaching