Résumé

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EMPLOYMENT

PODCAST PRODUCER & LEAD VIDEO EDITOR FOR THE PURPLE LINE, CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE 

August 2022 – April 2023

The Purple Line is a community podcast, bringing in-depth conversations with diverse leaders in the public and private sectors. Oversaw the entire production process, conducting research, recording, mixing, scheduling, and producing 20 episodes (video and audio). Proven track record of increasing viewership, optimizing social media performance, and delivering high-quality projects. Excellent collaboration and organizational abilities, with a strong focus on achieving organizational objectives.

  • Collaborated with the CHLI President & CEO and Communications Manager to develop strategic marketing plans, resulting in increased viewership, exposure, and sponsorships for the podcast.

  • Managed distribution platforms, including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify, ensuring timely upload of final audio and video files.

  • Prepared monthly reports for the Board of Directors, summarizing podcast performance and engagement metrics.

  • Provided administrative support, including scheduling guests, data entry, and communication reports to ensure seamless operations.

FILM AND COMMUNICATIONS FELLOW, CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE 

January 2022 – August 2022 

Designed and developed graphic collateral, including presentations, videos, photos, and website copy, ensuring consistent brand representation. Executed project-specific marketing and communications outreach through campaigns and managed a digital media library for efficient asset organization. Demonstrated expertise in video editing, content creation, and strategic communication.

  • Collaborated closely with the Communications Manager to implement and evaluate organization-wide communication efforts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

  • Supported behind-the-scenes research and production for monthly virtual and in-person CHLI programs and annual Gala, contributing to the successful delivery of impactful experiences.

  • Utilized MailChimp to reach and engage a subscriber base of 12,000 promoting CHLI leadership, sponsors, and programs.

  • Managed a comprehensive digital media library on Google Drive, facilitating efficient asset organization and enabling seamless access for the team.

FILM AT MASON OFFICE ASSISTANT, GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY

September 2018 – May 2020 

Leveraged strong multitasking skills to manage student service, data entry, invoicing, and office equipment inventory control. Identified areas for improvement in policies, procedures, and business processes and delivered strategic recommendations to senior management on key issues. Maximized and performed general office manager duties and errands. 

  • Addressed daily student and faculty/staff inquiries in person, Outlook, and over the phone. 

  • Skillfully managed a wide range of administrative support tasks, including composing expense reports, preparing daily correspondence, and logging calls. 

  • Organized paperwork, maintaining documents and word processing. 

  • Facilitated development of office operations procedures; aided in training new administrative personnel. 

FILM AT MASON AMBASSADOR, GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY

September 2017 – December 2019

  • Planned and conducted in-depth walking tours to prospective students and showcased the film program in action with class visits

  • Provided insight and tips from a student perspective

  • Informed guests of events, answering general questions regarding experience and layout of the program

  • 95% of the students I toured inquired back for more information and sent me their portfolios to look over. I offered feedback and tips on making their applications stand out more, charting a pathway to a successful application. I recognized some students who were accepted and created a network circle of content/video creators

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

FILM PR INTERN

PR Collaborative / January 2020 - September 2020

  • Researched relevant entertainment and off-entertainment press for film coverage

  • Pitched press for review and feature coverage

  • Outreached to relevant local groups and businesses for screenings and events

  • Coordinated film promotion through grassroots events

  • Staffed screenings, including check-in and studio reports

AFI DOCS MEDIA COORDINATION INTERN

PR Collaborative / May 2020 – June 2020

  • Assisted with press outreach during the AFI DOCS Virtual Film Festival 2020

  • Assisted the AFI DOCS Press Manager with press research, festival press credentials, press breaks, film publicity assets, managing interviews and client wrap reports

  • Contributed and helped lead the team to a successful job. I was most accomplished in overseeing media breaks and impressions for the film festival, which increased by 53% compared to 2019.

PHOTOGRAPHER

Freelance / September 2016 - Present

  • Utilize digital cameras, tripods, lenses, and flash attachments to create innovative lighting effects.

  • Successful in time managing the photo editing process between curating, editing, labeling, approving, uploading, re-editing, and archiving.

  • Identify compelling images from a very large selection

  • Build authentic and professional relationships with clients

  • 99% of clients reach back out for additional photos and editing inquiries for additional projects

DIRECTOR/WRITER/PRODUCER/PRODUCTION COORDINATOR

Clavel Productions / September 2016 - Present

  • Founder and owner of Clavel Productions

  • Successfully worked on independent, low-budget short films, primarily in the fiction genre, showcasing adaptability, creativity, and effective project management.

  • Managed budgets and allocate funds across different departments, conducting regular meetings with department heads to ensure efficient resource utilization and project progress.

  • Edited and proofread scripts and crafted detailed oriented breakdowns.

  • Performed in creating efficient production/post-production schedules and storyboards.

  • Collaborated with a diverse team of independent filmmakers, contributing to a supportive and inclusive work environment that fostered creativity and innovation.

  • Ensured strict deadlines, multitasked on multiple projects, and delivered high-quality deliverables.

EDUCATION

BA FILM AND VIDEO STUDIES, 2020

George Mason University | Fairfax, VA | Honors: Magna Cum Laude GPA: 3.8

MINOR IN PHOTOGRAPHY, 2020

George Mason University | Fairfax, VA | Honors: Magna Cum Laude GPA: 3.8

SKILLS

  • Administrative Assistance 

  • Adobe Creative Suite 

  • Airtable 

  • Attention to detail

  • Audio mixers & microphones

  • Budgeting & Finance 

  • Celtx

  • Communication

  • Dallies & Deliverables 

  • Database entry

  • Detail-oriented

  • Digital Content Management 

  • Digital cameras 

  • Final Draft

  • Google Suite 

  • Grassroots Organizing 

  • Hootsuite

  • MacOS & Windows

  • Mailchimp

  • Meltwater 

  • Microphones

  • Microsoft 365 

  • Monday.com 

  • Outlook

  • Press Releases

  • Project Management 

  • Proofreading

  • Screenings & Events

  • Scriptwriting

  • Scheduling & Planning

  • Slack

  • Social Media 

  • Speaks Spanish 

  • Travel Planning