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Colorado Springs, Colorado, Us

•Develop and implement comprehensive content strategies aligned with the company's goals and target audience.•Content Creation and Curation: Oversee the creation, editing, and curation of content across multiple channels, including but not limited to website, blog, social media, email, and marketing materials.•Ensuring all content meets high standards of quality, accuracy, and relevance, adhering to brand guidelines and industry best practices.•Continuously analyze content performance metrics and user feedback to identify areas for improvement and optimization, adjusting strategies accordingly to maximize engagement and reach.•Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, design, product, and sales, to align content initiatives with broader company objectives and campaigns.•Research on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in content marketing and digital media, incorporating relevant insights into content strategies and tactics.•Strategize and consult on consumer products as it applies to the education of emergent technologies associated with the company

•Lead the end-to-end conceptualization, creation, strategy, and delivery of digital content for B2B and B2C clients at organizational and strategic levels, leveraging data analytics, social media best practices, and SEO to optimize KPI results on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram platforms.•Directed and produced a film selected for digital display at the Los Angeles Museum of Contemporary Art•Produced a popular weekly nerd comedy podcast, "chuckle+," with over 40 episodes and a loyal listener base, highlighting skills in content development and creative direction.•Created a documentary short on a $2,000 dollar budget, with a $80,000 ROI for the client.•Grew a video newsletter program on LinkedIn to average 20,000 views a day at its height for a finance firm.

•Developed and lead social media content strategies, programming, execution, and reporting across all social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, and TikTok.•Managed relationships with influencers for affiliate campaigns and strategic partnerships.•Coordinated and developed a cross-functional environment, managing short-term campaign goals and long-term brand goals simultaneously to build communities online that drive engagement and conversions across owned properties.•Conducted competitive analysis, media landscape research, and the customer journey for product development and brand positioning.•Created and managed content bank built on SEO research to optimize production workflow based on consumer interests.

•Proficient in editing and producing audio and video content of an award-winning, multi-platformed podcast.•Generated fresh ideas and concepts for weekly episodes, and executed them with exceptional quality, attention to detail, and within tight deadlines.•Developed and produced branded video content to promote brand awareness and engagement with the target audience, effectively elevating the brand's digital presence and revenue.•Edited long-form podcast content into 20-minute blocks, 1:30 blocks and 1-minute blocks for distribution on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook platforms.

Long Beach, Ca, Us

•Analyzed data-driven insights and algorithmic best practices to optimize audience engagement on YouTube platforms for multinational automotive brands, resulting in a significant year-over-year increase of 150% in viewership.•Coordinated with cross-functional teams including directors, producers, art directors and content creators to shape brand narratives for clients.•Preserved video programs by providing data trends, gap analysis, competitive analysis and industry best practices to demonstrate program ROI to clients.•Managed and coordinated scheduling video content distribution of over 100 videos annually across multiple international brands.

Costa Mesa, California, Us

•Developed and produced long and shortform automotive content for various social media platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, Tiktok, and Instagram, on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.•Built and optimized the entire production workflow infrastructure, from ideation to post-production, with a focus on achieving desired result metrics.•Maintained a consistent production schedule in multiple video formats to ensure timely delivery of content.•Coordinated with C-suite, marketing, and branding teams to ensure accurate branding and messaging alignment.•Managed production teams of three or more to execute production needs, providing mentorship and support to drive team success.

•Produced and published video game and science fiction content across multiple digital platforms, including .com, YouTube, and Twitch, employing industry best practices.•Developed and pitched more than ten new intellectual properties to executive producers, with five successfully greenlit for production.•Coordinated the coverage of various conventions, including E3, Powermorphicon, and Comicon, by managing the cast and crew.•Edited and post-produced multiple interviews, Twitch highlights, and original content across various platforms to enhance the audience experience.

•Produced and posted media content for high-profile celebrity clients, including Emmy award-winning actors, across multiple social media platforms while implementing best practices for optimal engagement and reach.•Conceptualized and executed strategic content plans for clients and managed their online communities to enhance brand visibility and online reputation•Maintained strict confidentiality while supporting clients' strategic content initiatives•Designed and implemented a production infrastructure tailored to live events, streamlining the workflow and resulting in timely and efficient deliverables

•Implemented efficient scheduling system for 4 properties, ensuring seamless management and timely upkeep.•Conducted vendor selection, contract negotiation, and managed vendor relationships for routine maintenance, repairs, and property improvement.•Responded to customer inquiries promptly and efficiently to ensure high level of customer satisfaction and client retention.•Coordinated maintenance and customer service issues effectively and efficiently, ensuring prompt resolution of any issues and maintaining high standard of property operations.

•Produced and edited film content for The Hollywood Winners Circle, ensuring high quality and engaging content.•Developed compelling narratives for both primary and ancillary products, creating a cohesive brand message.•Strategized and executed digital marketing campaigns for YouTube and Facebook platforms, maximizing audience reach and engagement.•Designed shot and storyboards for international content, ensuring consistency in brand messaging and visual aesthetic.•Conceptualized and developed ancillary and marketing products, creating additional revenue streams and expanding brand recognition.

Chesapeake, Virginia, Us

•Developed and produced short form content designed to serve as a strategic fund-raising asset to pitch to local business leaders•Worked closely with the Director of Marketing to conceptualize and execute on-brand content for new intellectual properties•Utilized industry-standard software including Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, and color grading elements to edit and enhance video content

Morrisville, North Carolina, Us

•editing short form videos using premiere•sound editing, CC, openers and closers•stepping into production roles when required.•archiving deliverables and raw footage

Los Angeles, California, Us

•Coordinated transportation and logistical needs for first and second team elements on set•Facilitated distribution of communications and correspondence to all departments on a daily basis•Ensured proper security protocols and lock-up procedures were followed for multiple production units•Managed background actors, wrangling up to 80 individuals at a time.

30 Offices, Globally, Us

•Produced and directed multiple video projects including interviews, shorts, and a documentary with one project receiving international distribution•Demonstrated strong financial management skills by successfully producing aforementioned videos under budget by 25%•Wrote and developed sixteen short scripts in a high-pressure two-week time-frame, with fourteen scripts successfully receiving green-light approval•Coordinated a crew of up to four members and cast of up to five members, ensuring successful project execution.

•Operated boom with H4N on short films distributed on Youtube•Edited scripts that were filmed, and distributed on Youtube•Managed copyright issues while set designing on-location•Designed natural/practical lighting while shooting on-location settings

•Assisted in Constructing film sets, including a 2500 sq ft permanent green screen stage•Directed casting for a 250,000 dollar budgeted new media project•Operated sound design for an international commercial for Russian speaking audiences•Accountable for over 10,000 dollars worth of props

Arlington, Virginia, Us

•Coordinated with team members to accomplish maintenance goals on time while adhering to FAA safety guidelines •Managed and trained junior personnel in technical and professional development, increasing the performance of the department overall Maintained supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to comply with governmental regulations and safety protocols •Maintained over two hundred pilot records and hours spanning up to twenty-five years of service with no discrepancies. •Mitigated risk during multiple operations to keep the crews safe and efficient while working in high stress environments

Bachelors, Film/Video Production

Bachelor’S Degree, Theater Arts

Associate'S Degree, Business Administration And Management, General