Gregory Ward
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Experience
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Underground
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Covering Assistant/Development Intern
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Aug 2023 - Present
Beverly Hills, California, United States - Support assistants by covering the desk for producer and CEO Trevor Engelson, including managing his schedule and rolling calls - Deliver constructive feedback for sitcom pilots, hour-long episodes, feature films, and novels with a turnaround time of less than a week
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University of Southern California
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Shift Supervisor
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Aug 2022 - Present
USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance - Oversee a team of 10 employees resulting in smoother operations for opening and closing procedures - Facilitating sold-out performances for a 150-seat theater, acting as stage manager and house manager
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Miller Ink
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United States
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Public Relations and Communications Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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PR & Communications Intern
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May 2023 - Aug 2023
Los Angeles, California, United States - Played a key role as a researcher representing companies and nonprofits for ample PR-related crises, including a foundation supporting Holocaust survivors and a clothing brand advocating for nurses - Aided in a crisis situation that conveyed the significance of ties with an auction house that previously sold jewelry acquired through Nazi-looted funds - Conducted extensive research for a crisis that was successfully published by reporters from 15+ outlets, including The New York… Show more - Played a key role as a researcher representing companies and nonprofits for ample PR-related crises, including a foundation supporting Holocaust survivors and a clothing brand advocating for nurses - Aided in a crisis situation that conveyed the significance of ties with an auction house that previously sold jewelry acquired through Nazi-looted funds - Conducted extensive research for a crisis that was successfully published by reporters from 15+ outlets, including The New York Times - Communicated with 30+ stakeholders and successfully advocated for the discontinuation of a problematic event at a prestigious museum in Israel - Wrote 10+ news articles and featured stories for global nonprofit organizations, tech companies, and high-profile CEOs and assisted with the drafting and pitching of articles for publications such as Forbes, CSQ, and The Jewish Journal - Monitored 4 social media platforms for various clients, including a major international orchestra that led to a 334% increase in Facebook audience engagement Show less
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Producer
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Aug 2021 - Jan 2023
Los Angeles, California, United States - Raised over $15K through grants and crowdfunding to support 4 musical productions - Managed a budget of $10K and oversaw the 5-month production schedule for MTR’s Once on This Island - Fundraised $5K for various LA charities through student-led performances - Effectively mediated conflicts among a diverse group of 50+ student creatives - Acted as a crucial liaison between MTR and licensing companies while upholding copyright compliance
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Needham Bank
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United States
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Banking
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200 - 300 Employee
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Seasonal Teller
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Jun 2020 - Jan 2023
- Facilitated a seamless experience for customers via teller line, drive-through, and phone calls - Resolved customer concerns and raised them to the management team when necessary - Promoted bank products and initiatives, while abiding by compliance and security for transactions up to $10 million
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Aquatics Director/Assistant Manager
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Feb 2022 - Sep 2022
Needham, Massachusetts, United States - Planned and executed the 2022 ICC swim/dive championship event on a $57K budget, with 1,200 people in attendance - Mentored 25 lifeguards/employees and collaborated with the volunteer board of 10 members - Established effective communication via email with the ICC swim/dive league of 30 members - Systematized a 4-month swim meet and practice schedule, while responding to parent concerns
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Talent Relations Internship
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Aug 2020 - Dec 2020
Los Angeles, California, United States - Booked and managed the interviews of nine high-profile artists - Communicated with talent agencies, managers, public relations offices, and casting directors about securing talent for the podcast
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Education
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University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts - BA, English (Creative Writing emphasis) -
Sea|mester
Study Abroad Educational Sailing Program -
Walnut Hill School for the Arts
High School Diploma, Theatre/Theater