Ethan Kauffman Email and Phone Number

TA for MGMT-304: Protecting the Creative Class from Technological Innovations

- Provide campus tours for prospective families interested in seeing what the university offers and the campus environment.- Serve as a point of contact via email for students interested in learning more about the university and programs.- Speak on student panels for prospective students to offer them an undergraduate perspective of American University.

- Capture dynamic and visually compelling photographs at various arts events hosted by AU’s College of Arts and Sciences, showcasing the vibrancy and diversity of artistic expressions within the community- Collaborate with organizers and artists to translate visions into impactful visuals- Enhance and edit images to contribute to promotional materials and the organization's visual identity

- Develop, design, and implement digital marketing campaigns to promote all organization-related events and activities via social platforms through cohesive brand identity and voice- Review all external information being distributed on organization’s social platforms and beyond- Create and distribute merchandise to all 60 members that best reflects the values and mission of the organization

- Leads weekly Executive Board meetings and presides over both Executive Board and general group meetings- Coordinates auditions and in charge of planning, organizing, and budgeting a multi-city tour to expand the group’s presence- Act as a liaison between the group, Student Activities, and Club Council, establishing relations with other campus groups, securing co-sponsorships, and proposing performances

- Provide high-quality portrait and headshot photography tailored for clients building their professional presence on platforms like LinkedIn and in creative industries.- Capture memorable moments at events, blending candid photography with high-quality video footage and drone videography.- Manage a $15,000 portfolio of professional equipment.

- Supervised all videography, photography, and media efforts for a high-traffic summer camp, overseeing three staff members.- Delivered over 5,500 photos and 15 short videos in just eight weeks, capturing and documenting key camp moments.- Created content across social media, delivering real-time updates and increasing engagement with campers and families.

- Create and manage a social media schedule for each week to promote, educate, and engage with student and families at American University - Develop new, dynamic content that provides education and facilitates social connection in engaging and accessible ways - Develop and implement ideas for increasing the number of social media followers and views - Track, manage, and utilize information about post visibility and interaction- Build relationships with 15-20 Jewish students each semester, involving them with the shaping of social media content and highlighting diverse voices

- Guided customers through the selection of suits, sportcoats, and sportswear with exceptional customer service- Tailored intimate knowledge of product line to specific customer needs and wants- Fit customers for custom tailoring, rentals, and general purchases- Assisted in building a coordinated wardrobe from high-value purchases- Assisted in stocking and transferring merchandise daily

- Captured and edited action photographs of the Philadelphia Flyers Hockey Team for ProHockeyNews.com.- Executed a fast-paced workflow, selecting photos within hours to meet same-night publication deadlines, ensuring timely and engaging content for ProHockeyNews.com readers.- Collaborated with professional photographers at Wells Fargo Center to deliver images that aligned with company needs.

- Assisted with the production of full length musicals- Facilitated a bunk of 13 children- Researched, created, and delivered instruction of an original workshop to all campers (grades 3-8)

- Organized and facilitated monthly meetings for the 15 person student board- Budgeted board funds of about $1000 per year- Facilitated fundraisers, theatre events, and camp events for the community- Served as a liaison to the Adult Board

- Engaged with customers of all ages by assisting them with product needs on the floor, in the fitting room, and at the cash register, and packaged items for delivery along with answering the phones to assist customer's needs