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Provided creative services in writing, film, audio, music, and voice-over to a diverse clientele.

Served as media “MacGyver” for the CEO’s office, creating original creative content (film, writing, audio, music).• Advised on media and creative strategy.• Wrote, recorded, edited, and cut together video and audio assets, some in as little as two or three hours, driving measurable improvements in both impressions and engagement.• Adopted and utilized multiple generative AI platforms to stretch both resources and time in producing media.• Contributed to and authored articles that appeared in national publications.• Crafted speeches and team communications.• Produced promotional assets for events, leading to increases in registration and attendance.• Wrote, produced, and recorded branded jingles to serve as background music for media.• Spearheaded internal communications, driving notable increases in employee engagement.• Produced intelligence dossiers on partners and collaborators.• Obtained industry-specific certifications (CCP/GRP) to further expertise in the space.

Produced and edited content both independently and for hire. Projects have included: • Writing and editing corporate copy. • Providing creative consultation. • Editing a 200+ page book on the commercial music industry. • Editing, recording, and providing voice-over audio for corporate videos. • Producing and recording original music. • Writing and pitching several original full-length screenplays.

Medfield, Ma

Headed the editorial department of an independent community newspaper publishing six weekly editions.• Rebuilt and restructured the editorial department from the ground up. • Hired and managed a diverse group of stringers and reporters.• Identified and assigned weekly stories.• Edited (AP style), processed, and organized hundreds of articles on a weekly basis.• Reported and wrote on a wide range of events and subjects. • Established concrete style guidelines to increase consistency.• Frequently liaised with the sales department to produce more marketable content. • Mentored interns and community volunteers. • Regularly interacted with concerned citizens and readers. • Designed, built and implemented the newspaper's remote collaboration workflow during COVID-19 pandemic.

Built and maintained two databases of music - one of stock, the other of Latin indie bands. Organized and classified each catalog for searching via Mixology’s web interfaces. Performed music searches upon client request. Aided in writing, design, and administrative functions as needed.

Affectionately known as “the everything guy,” served as a key linchpin in a small studio environment, providing both original creative content and administrative assistance.• Wrote and edited copy wherever necessary – biographies, promotional material, blog posts, etc. • Redesigned the company logo and coordinated corresponding changes to stationery, promotional packaging, labels, etc. • Played an integral role in the design and production of yearly showreels. Tasks included packaging design, writing and producing a short original introductory film, and conceptual support. • Designed websites and HTML fliers. • Evaluated talent. • Researched and presented information on current industry trends.• Provided internal technical and computer assistance. • Helped to coordinate a number of events.