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What I’ve Done
SUMMARY
3 words: Innovative, Resourceful, Relentless.
FREELANCE (2007- present)
Talk Nerdy To Me, Lover
§ Created the concept, coded, marketed, and promoted the site which is now ranked 123,000 in the world – 20,000 in the US. (Established November 3, 2009) It has gone under 3 site redesigns and two domain transfers. I personally handled all of the SEO, and manage both the Twitter page, and Facebook account for TNTML. I currently manage a staff of 30 content providers, and all of the branding. In 7 months, I got it in front of the CEO of AOL, in addition to a few other high profile internet companies. TNTML is also being made into a pilot. Serve as creator, executive producer and technical advisor for the project which is being shot in Los Angeles.
Ford Fiesta Movement, Chapter 2 Team LA
§ Served as a brand representative for Ford Motor Company, and was part of the largest social media campaign in the country known as the Fiesta Movement. (20 teams of two were picked across 16 cities to drive around in a Ford Fiesta, compete in a series of missions, and document their adventures in social media.) We successfully executed 4 missions, which included creating a mural, throwing a concert at the world famous Roxy Theater, designing clothes for Roxy brand clothing (no relation), and executing a short film to which I served as executive producer.
The Amazing Race, Bertram Van Munster
§ Consultant for the creator of the Amazing Race, Bertram Van Munster. I wrote his online bio, in addition to managing his online reputation management on a personal and professional level.
Apple iPhone/iPod Touch App Developer
§ Xcode programmer, app developer, and marketing manager. Responsible for creating apps, setting price point, tracking progress, and executing marketing campaign.
Search Engine Optimizer/ Online Reputation Manager:
§ Responsible for establishing and maintaining strong web presence. Duties included: tracking, coding, newsletters, blogging, programming, video creation and editing, tagging, synching feeds and accounts, and thwarting viruses. Created, tracked and executed new media campaigns, one of which was for a newly appointed elected member of the government.
§ Hosted live webinars for small business owners branching out into web 2.0 world. Taught beginners the benefits of the social marketing power of Twitter, and the constant contact approach of Facebook.
The Communications Corner:
§ Write, edit, and proofread communications for various Fortune 500 companies. Also serve as the company’s IT manager and webmaster.
Examiner.com:
§ Write a “How to make it in LA” column read by millions on the popular examiner.com website.
LiveUniverse:
§ Create, produce and edit blogs and videos of popular Channel. Over 600,000 loyal readers and viewers. I also assisted behind the scenes in testing out the prototype technology and teaching the other livestreamers how to properly utilize the technology.
Celebrity News Wire:
§ Up-and-coming website. Conducted celebrity interviews covering various events, host and producer credits.
Push to Walk NJ:
§ Conducted interviews, executed music supervision, and produced a 3-minute spot for this charitable organization in New Jersey.
LA Music Awards:
§ Worked in public relations to coordinate the red carpet for the 17th annual event; also worked as a host for the red carpet.
CELLUPHONE – Los Angeles, CA (June 2006- December 2007)
First and Premier Master Agent for Verizon Indirect Sales
Dealer Representative
§ Managed over 80 accounts across Southern California.
§ Conducted weekly visits to each account and executed an action plan for each business to ensure their growth in cellular sales.
§ Expertise in cold calling; consistently able to win business over other Master Agents.
§ Merchandised each account, ensuring that every take-away item was displayed at eye level.
§ B2B Financial Officer, top rep on a regular basis.
Ace Award Winner, April 2007
Top Rep in country July and August 2007 (over 100 dealer representatives across the nation)
BEMIS BALKIND/ INSYNC ADVERTISING – Los Angeles, CA (April 2004- June 2006)
Industry leader in the Movie Poster and Trailer house services. Peter Bemis received a Lifetime Achievement award at the Key Art Award Ceremony (recognized by the Hollywood Reporter).
Assistant to the Vice President/Office Manager
Wore a handful of hats at these two companies. Initially started as a temp, working for both companies. Was then promoted to Receptionist, followed by a subsequent promotion to Assistant to the Vice President at Insync Advertising (a newly created position). Responsibilities included the following:
§ Created, edited, and proofread trailer scripts, TV & radio spots.
§ Did voice-overs.
§ Served as Music Supervisor for all the editors.
§ Assisted in the production of spots.
§ Managed finances for both the President and Vice President.
JOHN CASABLANCAS MODELING AND CAREER CENTER - Berlin, CT (2001-2002)
Leading modeling academy (in the Connecticut area) that focuses on instructing youths and adults how to succeed in the modeling industry.
Instructor:
Instructed ages 6-60 in a wide variety of modeling classes, including:
§ Runway
§ Nutrition
§ How to perform in front of the camera
§ Acting for commercials
§ Acting for TV
§ Photography
§ Make-up
§ Skin care
§ Fashion
Talent Scout:
Scouted events to judge potential models. Production quotas were always met or exceeded.
Fashion Show Coordinator:
§ Was in charge of 20 models at any given show.
§ Choreographed the event.
Office Manager:
§ Managed daily affairs of the office.
§ Pulled models for clients for various jobs.
§ Maintained status on all models.
§ Handled all finances for the agency.
Was the youngest person to hold a position at the agency, and was consistently promoted.
EDUCATION
William H. Hall High School - West Hartford, CT (1998-2001)
- Completed high school studies in 3 years.
- Honors graduate.
- Presidential Award Recipient.
- Student of the Year.
Lee Strasberg Theater Institute - New York, NY
(June 2002 - June 2003)
Groundlings School of Improv - Los Angeles, CA
(2005)
