Blake Ellis Email & Phone Number

United States

Clovis, California, United States

As a founding member, tasks were building relationships with local businesses, raising funds for production, maintaining relationships with artists and designers, and collaborating to develop the GTM strategy for an emerging non-profit.• Developed website and branding strategy from inception to execution. • Produced engaging content for social media campaign, as well as managed workflow and GTM strategy.• Oversaw dramaturgical work, including adaptation and editing of classical texts to enhance storytelling for a targeted audience.

California, United States

Working with clients from various industries, responsibilities included directing, consulting, and developing creative content, intellectual property, brand strategies, and pitch ideation for both individual and corporate applications.• Designed 100+ pitch documents and coached clients for presentation success with over 96% satisfaction.• Consulted on social media, Film/TV, product development, and commercial creative direction.• Built successful brand boards and strategies for clients in various industries.• Maintained awareness of industry trends and best practices.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Maintained an ongoing career in performance and creative screenwriting, gaining professional experience in Classical, Contemporary and Musical theatre, as well as Film and Television writing, performance and production.• Ongoing career in the Entertainment Industry, keeping up with developing trends and creating valuable content and IP.• 2 feature-length screenplays optioned and currently in development with budgets north of $10m.• Appeared in professional theatre / TV / Film productions, from Off-Broadway, to the Royal Shakespeare Company, to Netflix.

Clovis, California, United States

As resident Whisky Sommelier, responsibilities included collaborating with Culinary and Bar teams to develop enticing tasting menus and unique whisky flights, as well as developing relationships with customers and increasing awareness of new menus. •Built marketing deck for Whisk(e)y Program, collaborating with Executive Chef, Bar Manager, and General Manager.• Trained, educated, and mentored staff, elevating service standards and operational efficiency.• Led a team to achieve a 15-25% increase in customer satisfaction and increase in sales.• Successfully implemented the rollout of new menu items, and personally curated whisky flight program.

Westlake Village, California, United States

Customer service specialist with fine dining expertise, tasked with serving high-profile guests and delivering excellent personal service.• Provided excellent customer service, exceeded guest expectations, resolved complaints efficiently, and increased customer satisfaction.• Trained new employees to deliver brand-standard experiences.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Reporting directly to the General Manager and Owner, responsibility included servicing VIP guests, guided whisky tastings, collaborating with culinary staff to develop specialized menus, and developing curriculum to standardize staff knowledge transfer.• Managed $80,000+ rare and exotic whisky program, leading private, curated, and guided tastings. • Cultivated lasting customer relationships with high-profile clients, consistently exceeded sales goals, and was responsible for increasing guest satisfaction.