Freelance film & video producer/director/editor...for the better part of a decade I've produced, shot and edited videos for various clients. Traveled. A lot.Responsibilities include:- Scope and manage production of a variety of digital projects from concept-to-completion, to include: organizing and scheduling project meetings, managing budgets and deadlines, overseeing the internal production team and any associated third parties, and optimizing overall resource allocation and utilization.- Conceive, write, edit and shoot custom branded videos - Work in an independent fashion, solve problems, make decisions, and communicate effectively in difficult situations.- Keep production projects on track and on time, overseeing internal and external resources.- Interface with clients throughout the duration of the clients' projects to ensure satisfaction, establish and manage expectations.- Search for innovative and pioneering creative and production methods.- Find solutions to technical challenges to deliver finished the highest quality product on time & on budget.

I produce the promotional content that investors and potential partners see. If a business owner opens a cold email, it was drafted by one of my interns with a general approach and template provided by myself. If an investor sees a promotional video on the Principal, Kevin Hong, I put it together. In short, I provide the window dressing, the first impression that grabs the attention of potential partners and clients.Getting a business owner to sell the company they founded isn't easy. It requires a remarkable degree of credibility even just to get their attention. Creating that impression, getting the message across and finalizing a meeting between two people whom have never met is about the most challenging thing I've ever been tasked with, but it's rewarding to see a deal begin to take shape out of what was, essentially, thin air. And for it to occur with such frequency make it historically significant in the searchfund model. We've created opportunities with over 100 business owners in little less than 6 months, a first in this branch of private equity.In addition to being tasked with assisting in the development of outreach content to investors, my responsibilities include deep diving into potential investments.With a team of interns, many of whom I interviewed and recruited, I am currently building a substantial list of potential deals that will be used to filter down to the most attractive opportunities for FLP. This strategy is a unique approach to a relatively new process, using the latest technology and information available to build a matrix that will both streamline and fine-tune the process of finding the right fit for the investment criteria.I previously worked with FLPs Principal, Kevin Hong, on the research, development and execution of a best-selling novel, The Outlier Approach: How to Triumph in Your Career as a Nonconformist. Using the strategies and adhering to the principles of this approach is a large part of my contribution to FLP.

Assist in the design of the marketing content and outreach material. The Invictus brand was carefully and tirelessly designed to attract business in overseas markets and has successfully achieved that. Continued efforts include proofing all digital content that is placed on social media, and making adjustments in the corporate material that better serve the Invictus brand, and stakeholders.

Customer-facing, frontline customer service agent; primarily boarding flights, handling baggage claims and accepting cargo.Received an award in 2018 as a top ten performing customer service representative, primarily based upon the testimonies of United Premier passengers at the top tier of the loyalty program. Perhaps it was my grace under fire that enabled me to provide exceptional customer service in less-than-ideal situations.The real trick in this game is to show the passengers that you value their time as much as they do. And the perception and value of time varies from place to place. Take for instance New York.Tailoring your message to your audience is primarily what I do in every aspect of my professional life. Understanding that audience is the key to mastering the art of empathy, as it relates to ones professional outcomes.

Competitor to the ill-fated MoviePass, Sinemia was a SaaS tech company that specialized in movie ticking and became a platform for subscription services within that space. Originating in Istanbul, Turkey, Sinemia made an aggressive attempt at penetrating the US market with a heavy amount of promotion, fully funded by its founder and his investment team.This campaign included heavy emphasis on underscoring the benefits of switching from MoviePass to Sinemia. It was imperative that the message be tailored to US audiences, whose habits were in an accelerated shift due to the prevalence and availability of VOD streaming services. Sinemia recruited, amongst myself, a handful of US movie industry experts perspectives unique to that particular market. I, principally, wrote and/or translated much of the content that was ultimately seen by the users and prospective users. We ultimately signed up nearly a million US users before, ultimately, suffering the same fate as MoviePass.

SaaS startup that started as a thesis project at University of Chicago Booth School of Business.Created a series of demonstration videos to showcase the many features of the app both to inform users and generate additional funding from investors.

Much like my previous experience on the feature film 60 Yard Line, the challenge of the Amazon best-seller "The Outlier Approach" was getting the word out, which we were able to do with a measured approach and very tactful methods.A lot of this was done for free on social media platforms such as Quora, but some of the more measured methods included SEO and paid promotion, which cost a fraction of what it might've cost to outsource the services. Much of this involved writing but we also produced some promotional videos that boosted visibility and, ultimately, sales.We literally used the "outlier" approach that made up the subject matter for the book.Before any of the promotional work began, the author, Kevin Hong asked me to help him write the book. Having written a good amount of content for the school publications all the way through my primary education and segued that into providing intuitive content for websites, I was up for the challenge.What followed was what essentially amounts to a crash course education in business. The principles I learned in collaborating with Kevin Hong are principles that I find myself bringing into everything I do, be it professional or personal. I developed an understanding of business, relationships and personal responsibility that will certainly define the remainder of my career.All because I was able to use my talents to assist in someone achieving a vision. This is what I pride myself on. And will continue to going forward.

The 60 Yard Line is an independently produced feature film that found its way to 62 theater screens nationwide through my rigorous efforts of promoting the piece to film buyers across the country. This involved attending trade shows, cold calling/emailing and tapping associates for connections within the theater space.A successful run would only be achieved through intense promotion and PR work. I was tasked with getting the word out on 60 Yard Line. Most feature films cost several million dollars to promote, many times exceeding the actual budget of the film. We simply didn't have these resources.I created partnerships with many local establishments in order to attain free promotion that didn't cost us an actual dime other than to provide some call to action promotional materials such as shirts, posters, drink coasters, etc. This supplemented an independently financed promotional campaign that included a ton of social media, TV appearances by cast and crew and even a TV trailer that played during a regular season NFL game.Cost-effective and efficient: I've worked under these conditions my entire career and embrace the challenge. But I'd be more than happy to work with a bigger budget!

- Managed the production of various digital content for the company, to include the following digital media content: Informational/educational, Marketing and Sales- Coordinate with various internal groups to help develop, maintain and improve efficient, user-friendly content creation to correspond with various management systems and tools.- Lead design and development initiatives to create and implement compelling instructional and informational digital media content.- Attend and contribute as a major stakeholder cross-department meetings that touch content management and other platform systems- Manage multiple projects simultaneously and investigate and understand cross-team project priorities- Create, manage, communicate, maintain and help enforce project timelines.- Manage queue of development requests and perform basic Quality Assurance (QA) on implementations.- Prepare, ingest, and evaluate source content- Troubleshoot problematic files, video and audio elements, and third party DCPs- Act as the subject matter expert on all things related to digital media content for the company

Worked "under the wing", preparing aircraft for departure. Traveled extensively, expanding my worldview.Responsibilities included:- Managing and coordination of ground operations to include runway and flight tower logistics- Expeditiously addressing customer needs, both internal and external- Loading/unloading baggage and cargo- Guiding aircraft to and from the gate/taxiway- Connecting/disconnecting ground power and A/C and baggage transfer

- Provide direct supervision, constructive feedback and guidance to employees.- Ensure that employees satisfy all guest service needs. - Fulfill obligations to work the shifts you are scheduled, per Company Policy.- Perform daily opening, closing, operational, and administrative duties.- Routinely review key metrics and quality control measures to optimize results.- Work effectively with subordinates, peers and supervisors to maintain a pleasant environment.- Communicate effectively and seek to satisfy theatre guests in a proactive and courteous manner.--- Maintain premises by completing inspections, supervising maintenance and cleaning services.- Ensure operation of equipment by completing maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions.- All other functions as designated by the General Manager or Lead Manager.- Conduct and lead training, developing, coaching and supervising of non-management employees.- Perform all staff positions as required.- Operation of all projection and audio-visual equipment within the theatre- Monitoring risk management as it pertains to the theatre, i.e., employee and patron safety, loss prevention, emergency situations, and the proper handling, reporting, and investigating of accidents.- Counting, depositing, and reconciling all receipts taken in during a business day. Receipts include cash, credit cards, coupons, gift cards, checks, discount tickets, and any other mode of payment or accountability deemed applicable- Assist in the interviewing, hiring, scheduling, coaching, counseling and after conferring with the Human Resource Manager, terminating of any employee, to include properly administrating all applicable paperwork and upholding all company policies as they pertain to Human Resources.- Control costs, including all direct operating expenses- Responsible for marketing and promotions of feature film engagements; scheduling of movie show times and the timely delivery of show times to all proper media outlets.

- Served as communication facilitator between the various elements involved in the production on various sets – Performed all tasks, on and off sets, as required by actor/director/producer to their complete satisfaction.- Ensured that producers have the necessary materials prior to editing/audio sessions or shoots.- Distributed paper documents, scripts and communication-systems through the set during the filming process – Supplied and maintained ever-ready stock of supplementary material.- Prevented any unauthorized elements on the set, or any interference with the shooting process.- Provided oversight of day-to-day operations, to include coordination and logistics as well as: long-range planning and preparation, monitoring and prioritizing items for staff information and action, advanced administrative support, and provision of follow-up on information and requests