As the Founder and Operator of Starks Media, a dynamic video production and visual effects company, I specialize in transforming concepts into compelling visual narratives. With a track record of partnering with renowned organizations such as Mayo Clinic, Walmart, Roof Medic, Gold's Gym, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Alpha Best, and Parkdale, I've played a pivotal role in enhancing their online presence and brand visibility.My expertise lies in crafting captivating video content and harnessing the power of visual effects to create impactful advertising campaigns. I am dedicated to delivering top-tier creative solutions that resonate with audiences, drive engagement, and ultimately elevate brand recognition.With a passion for pushing creative boundaries and a commitment to excellence, I am always eager to take on new challenges and collaborate with brands seeking to make a lasting impact through the art of storytelling. Let's connect and explore how we can bring your vision to life through the magic of video and visual effects.

As the content creator for Gold's Gym, I write, film, direct, edit videos and short films to be engaging with customers and viewers. Create lead generating ads for social media to capture new customer interest and target specific end users/audience in specific context. With content creation, work with SEO to have the end user find our website in the sea of information that is on the internet. Proficient with working in a budget, Premier Pro CC and other Premier platforms.

Transferring to this new Gold Gym in the Queen City, I knew I had to rebuild the culture with-inside the club. The goal was to make this location not just a place to workout, but a destination point for people to visit when they are in Charlotte Uptown.The main source of communication with customers now is social media. Taking over all social media platforms to put a new spin on a health and fitness club was the big component on this (you can check out the videos I have created on our Instagram Page @goldsgymepi). Typically Gold's Gym is seen as a muscle head place, but through the staff focus and vision, we have created it a place for all people to work out and be comfortable at. After rebranding the culture of the club and building a solid team, the increased membership by 25% compared to last year was the result.

During my time at Gold's Gym Rock Hill, I brought on my leadership skills to build a culture and created a vision for the staff to follow. Assessing the high turnover rate with staff before me, I decreased that to zero people wanting to leave the company and built value in the team to learn new skills and advance in other areas. Being the GM at Rock Hill Gold's Gym, I was able to lead a team to add 650 New members in 6 months at a time in the fitness industry where membership growth is low. Increasing our revenue 32%.

• Prospecting and developing new client relationships within a defined geography or market.• Developing innovative proposals and delivering strategic sales presentations.• Create, shoot and write commercials.• Write detailed reports.• Prospect, negotiate and close agreements.• Identify public relations requirements and possible audiences.• Attend social events and find new prospects and leads. • Identify marketplace opportunities, prospect and engage new clients, develop proposals, and manage the contract process

Research and manage social media communication and engagement (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn); Web-based research on local business news; Establish and manage Google alerts and PR news feeds; Research and assist with media outreach; Monitor media coverage; Collect clips for trending or latest product/news announcements; Research opportunities for speaking engagements; Organize and attend conferences, tradeshows and speaking engagements; Develop and maintain media lists; Develop editorial calendar; Coordinate editorial mailings; Compile media placements; Draft and edit Press Releases and other materials; Assemble press kits; Send marketing material to prospects and peers; Conduct media follow-up and pitching; Answer general media inquires; Provide creative brainstorming assistance; Assist with special projects; Perform various administrative duties; Manage events, awards and conference calendars

Provide fun fitness events for the familys to enjoy.

Lead by example and respected by juniors and seniors alike!-Command Impact. Instrumental to the success of USS Gettysburg's Search and Rescue certification, INSURV, ATTT, and DC equipment material readiness conditions. My keen attention to detail was instrumental in ensuring the complete accountability and organization of 42 DCPO checks resulting in USS Gettysburg attaining an overall score of 98% during 3M certification.

-Deckplate Leader. I accepted any task no matter how complex. I trained and supervised over 50 junior personnel during all Deck evolutions and my ability to radiate enthusiasm enhanced the morale and improved the divisions level of readiness. Out did my peers in any task or job that needed to be done.

Assisted in 38 Visual Board Search and Seizure missions. Received the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medal for an at sea rescue while conducting VBSS operations. Wore the uniform with pride and professionalism. Promoted positive physical fitness lifestyle, continuously inspired others to participate in physical fitness activities.

-Motivated Trainer. Continuously inspired over 400 sailors to participate in physical fitness activities and promoted positive culture of fitness lifestyle through my training ethic. With the hard work and dedication to training command fitness classes, USS Kauffman's sailors passed the physical readiness test with 100%.

Instructed adults and children in the art of self defense. Taught discipline, pride and professionalism to children (6-12) to be confident with themselves. Instructed the importance of physical readiness and made fun activities to challenge children in their physical ability's. Emulated the importance to have a positive attitude and how to use the skills in class to focus on school. Won multiple competitions in Kata and Sparing.