Mark Ward Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Western Us

Brainstormed ideas on subjects encompassing a wide variety of gaming related subjects. Evaluated various aspects of those subjects, including their cultural impact or usefulness to the industry at large. Developed well-written and researched, consumer-facing list articles, drawing thousands of eyes to the website.

Pomona, Ca

Contributed to a dedicated team of asset protection associates, while building and overseeing a team of customer hosts to efficiently prevent the loss of merchandise. Worked undercover observing suspicious activity on the sales floor, and following through with apprehensions and/or deterrence, while adhering to all company policies and guidelines. Coordinated with salaried members of management to investigate potential internal theft through the use of CCTV cameras. Filed and organized all necessary proceeding reports and paperwork. Attended to matters of safety and security, including securing merchandise in locking devices when appropriate. Made sure the store is in compliance with fire safety codes. Assured that fellow associates Complied with safety and security policies and regulations to the best of their ability, following-up with disciplinary action when necessary.

Pomona, Ca

Greeted customers as they entered the store, providing excellent customer service. Checked the receipts of customers leaving the store, in an effort to prevent shrink. Made sure that all store entrances were clean and clear of obstructions, and that any featured merchandise was presentable and appealing to customers. Coordinated with a team of other customer hosts to ensure that fellow associates followed safety and security policies and procedures.

Orange County, California, United States

Wrote articles and actively developed story ideas for a horror themed website featuring stories on many topics including movies, TV shows, comics, and all things horror in pop culture. Developed interesting questions and conducted engaging interviews with actors, game creators, and others associated with the many industries that were covered by the site. Affectively worked quotes into easily digestible feature stories that highlighted the important and interesting aspects of the various subjects promoted by the site. Worked alongside talented editors and collaborated with other writers on various stories and coverage for industry events such as WonderCon, helping to create a more diverse and fulfilling website.

Fullerton, Ca

Oversaw an incredible and diverse staff of writers, designers, and photographers in creating multiple issues of an original magazine from the ground up. Effectively coordinated with teams working in multiple locations to ensure quality and cohesion throughout each project. Advised writers throughout the writing process, revised stories and carefully curated images to be featured in the magazine. Printed and distributed 3000+ copies throughout the city of Fullerton.