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Enhance company reputation and save company money by consistently delivering well before deadline. On an assignment basis, I input metadata into thousands of photo assets. Identify and tag actors and key personnel, add action keywords based on shot types and any other standard metadata as required by client (Netflix, Apple+) using DigitalFusion's cloud based digital asset management product DF Studio.

Newark, Delaware, United States

New York, Ny

Goal leader who helped the company improve effectiveness by ensuring excellence through streamlining processes and by providing guidance. Project Manager for entire lifecycle of new DAM system launch (MerlinOne). Created simplified user manuals and became DAM subject matter expert. Trained and supported users on metadata standards and DAM usage.My creative efforts resulted in eliminating bottlenecks and improving the overall speed of digital initiatives. The department’s ability to deliver assets in a more timely manner resulted in greater brand awareness, content awareness and revenue.Change manager able to guide stakeholders into transitioning into a cloud based Project Management System (Basecamp) on redesign and launch of CBS’s new publicity site. My strategic guidelines resulted in a well thought out site which was easier to use and more attractive. Not only did the site receive a Webby Award but also other companies began copying the format positioning CBS as a trailblazer. On both the DAM and website projects, my ability to translate technical processes into plain English inspired confidence in using the new technology. My sensitivity to the workload of others and my diplomacy reduced stakeholder stress levels resulting in smooth and successful launches.The Sports division was spending hundreds of thousands of dollars annually (exact numbers are proprietary) mailing 200-page Media Guides to members of the press to promote sporting events. I solved the problem. As the CMS subject matter expert, utilizing existing functionality, I saved the department money by avoiding working with the vendor to create new functionality. Similarly, I spearheaded the transition of metadata art from a file structure (no metadata) to cloud based delivery also utilizing existing website functionality. This prevented error and increased speed of delivery.As a photo editor, I edited and retouched photography for select CW and CBS shows.

Jersey City, Nj

Prior to CBS and during my tenure there, I poured my energy into a passion project: A touring band in which I was the front person and primary songwriter. Music is now a hobby and I bring the positive energy, passion and commitment to everything I pursue. I also concurrently managed musical artists and oversaw licensing and other business operations.Created digital content for social media including splash videos, sizzle reels, photos and graphic design maintaining brand image across all platforms which resulted in exposure, bookings and press coverage.Hired and managed musicians and ran rehearsals. Booked gigs, promoted via social media and ad campaigns, wrote promotional material, edited video and photos. Constant updating and content creation. Audio and video creation and strong knowledge of codecs.All skills self taught.

Greater New York City Area

I wrote "Bad Ass Beauty: The Rock Opera" because I was inspired to do so. The story is loosely based on the life of an actual person. I knew I write well but was not expecting the show to be chosen as an official selection of the 2018 New York Musical Festival's Next Link Project. I submitted it to the festival per others' suggestions. Out of thousands of submissions, twelve were chosen. Created website, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and updated constantly. Created content: splash video, animated gif's, photos, graphics. Hired a staff of 20 people, creatives and operatives. Raised $40,000+ through crowd funding and a grant.Created costumes and props, all while working full time at CBS!

Taught junior high and high school students reading comprehension and writing skills, both beginning and advanced, and provided them with PSAT, ACT, SAT and SAT2 (writing, literature, history) test taking skills in their homes one on one.

Bachelor'S Degree, Liberal Arts And Sciences/Liberal Studies

Full Stack Developer, Web/Multimedia Management And Webmaster

Full-stack Developer Training Course 420 hours of instructor led training and labs in HTML and CSS, Javascript, SQL, Express, Node.

Master’S Degree, Communication And Media Studies

Media Criticism, Critical Thinking, Video post production