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SCRIPT WRITER
Summary

Accomplished Director offering five years of experience in combining cross-functional competencies in staff management, operations planning, customer retention and financial management. Expert in boosting revenue, quality and performance. Successful in creating and executing standard operating policies and procedures to positively impact organizational goals. Dependable leader with skills to develop, coach and motivate staff while interfacing with executives on all levels.

Skills
  • Computer networking
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Project management
  • News writing
  • Non-conformance reporting
  • Leasing and market conditions knowledge
  • Story pitching
  • Excel,Adobe,Word proficiency
  • Research and writing
  • Performance improvements
  • Activities Planning
Experience
09/2019 to Current
Script WriterSavannah State University － Savannah , Georgia
  • Collaborated with editors to improve ideas and presentation.
  • Attended book launches, signings and readings to promote works and grow audience interest. SRPI,(Southern Regional Press Institute) is a strong example of workshop experience.
  • Adhered to specific narrative, grammatical and structural styles for different pieces.
  • Performed pieces at informal gatherings and public events to garner attention for specific works.
  • Planned and executed Tigers Roar broadcast news
  • Evaluated effectiveness of training by surveying trainees and managers and collecting before-and after-data showing training impact.
  • Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory.
11/2018 to 01/2020
Movie ExtraBlack Entertainment Television － Atlanta, Georgia
  • Helped prepare stages, move props and break down stages to support smooth productions.
  • Wrote original materials and adapted details from public information to achieve dramatic, narrative or comedic effects.
  • Applied expertise in body movements, gestures and different forms of speech to engage audience members and drive engagement.
  • Used singing, dancing and musical instruments to enhance performances.
  • Rehearsed lines alone and with partners or teams to solidify top-notch delivery.
  • Worked closely with directors, fellow performers and writers to identify and perfect optimal performance techniques.
08/2015 to 05/2018
Director of Film and ProductionAtlanta Public Schools － Atlanta, GA
  • Developed and supervised staff by providing orientation, training, support and direction.
  • Streamlined operational efficiencies, designing company-wide analytics tool for client-specific metrics, financial performance, and site performance management tracking.
  • Enhanced production methods and improved employee motivation to maximize team productivity.
  • Drove profit increases by leveraging market knowledge and natural leadership talents.
  • Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to provide data for consideration of corrective actions and improvements.
  • Estimated materials and labor requirements to complete jobs within budgetary and timeline requirements.
  • Monitored broadcasts to check signal strength, content and conformance with FCC regulations to protect station revenue and legal interests.
  • Saved costs, negotiating vendor pricing for maintenance equipment and supplies.
  • Built strong network of outside referral sources within community.
  • Coordinated work of lighting and sound crews to streamline production operations.
08/2015 to 05/2018
EditorAtlanta Public Schools － Atlanta, GA
  • Directed news content development to achieve professional tone and consistency.
  • Motivated staff to accomplish challenging objectives quickly to meet strict schedules.
  • Handed out story assignments, directed content meetings and evaluated submitted pieces to manage overall tone and execution of work.
  • Collaborated with writers to develop, strengthen and maintain individual voice and hone unique writing style.
  • Wrote interesting, eye-catching story headlines and summaries.
  • Determined appropriate page budgets and layouts to guide word count parameters, optimize use of images and graphics as well as maximize impact within allotted space.
  • Published pieces online and promoted through social media sites such as Youtube and Instagram
  • Built and maintained relationships with sports team managers, coaches and athletes to stay updated on important information and insights for sports stories.
Education and Training
05/2018
High School DiplomaMaynard Jackson High School － 801 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Ranked in Top 10% of class
  • Leadership in Film and Production Recipient
  • Honor Roll 2015-2018
  • HOPE Scholarship Recipient
  • Achieve Atlanta Scholarship Recipient
  • Savannah State Alumni Recipient
  • Environmental Science Member
  • Film and Production Member
  • Tigers Roar (Savannah State's news anchoring program) Member
  • CTE (Career and technical education) Certified
  • Major in Mass Communications in Digital and Multimedia
  • Completed coursework in Computer Applications.
  • Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Word, etc
05/2018
BiologyAtlanta Metropolitan State College － Atlanta, GA
Expected in 12/2020
Associate of Arts: Mass Communications in Digital And Multimedia Savannah State University － Savannah, GA
Expected in 05/2021
Bachelor of Arts: Mass Communication in Digital And Multimedia Georgia State University － Atlanta, GA
Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
  • http://www.tigersroar.com/news/article_f550cf58-f475-11e9-b15b-0360b691989b.html
  • https://www.instagram.com/p/B7w-poAgboL/?igshid=43z4edxsi0wl
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Savannah State University
  • Black Entertainment Television
  • Atlanta Public Schools

School Attended

  • Maynard Jackson High School
  • Atlanta Metropolitan State College
  • Savannah State University
  • Georgia State University

Job Titles Held:

  • Script Writer
  • Movie Extra
  • Director of Film and Production
  • Editor

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Biology
    Associate of Arts : Mass Communications in Digital And Multimedia
    Bachelor of Arts : Mass Communication in Digital And Multimedia

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