Kiera Williams
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French Limited working proficiency
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Korean Elementary proficiency
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LinkedIn User
Kiera was a student of mine my class Media Toolkit at Lang College. Kiera is a highly intelligent, creative self starter. She is responsible, mature and works well with others. I was very impressed by the work she made in my class and I highly recommend her.
Cassie Reyes
I had the opportunity to work with Kiera during the Braven Fellowship at the LinkedIn headquarters. She was the Lead Oral Communicator for the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Capstone Challenge. Kiera influenced the team with her leadership direction for the final pitch to executive judges. She is a career driven go-getter with core competencies in people skills and communication. She is an incredible presenter, leaving an impact among big crowds and teams. I highly recommend Kiera in all career endeavors she pursues!
Athena Karantzalis
Kiera was a high school senior in my Digital Video Arts Production class and she was a skilled and talented producer. She learned quickly and worked hard to write, film, and edit videos for our school's television shows. She is highly motivated and works well independently and with a group.
LinkedIn User
Kiera was a student of mine my class Media Toolkit at Lang College. Kiera is a highly intelligent, creative self starter. She is responsible, mature and works well with others. I was very impressed by the work she made in my class and I highly recommend her.
Cassie Reyes
I had the opportunity to work with Kiera during the Braven Fellowship at the LinkedIn headquarters. She was the Lead Oral Communicator for the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Capstone Challenge. Kiera influenced the team with her leadership direction for the final pitch to executive judges. She is a career driven go-getter with core competencies in people skills and communication. She is an incredible presenter, leaving an impact among big crowds and teams. I highly recommend Kiera in all career endeavors she pursues!
Athena Karantzalis
Kiera was a high school senior in my Digital Video Arts Production class and she was a skilled and talented producer. She learned quickly and worked hard to write, film, and edit videos for our school's television shows. She is highly motivated and works well independently and with a group.
LinkedIn User
Kiera was a student of mine my class Media Toolkit at Lang College. Kiera is a highly intelligent, creative self starter. She is responsible, mature and works well with others. I was very impressed by the work she made in my class and I highly recommend her.
Cassie Reyes
I had the opportunity to work with Kiera during the Braven Fellowship at the LinkedIn headquarters. She was the Lead Oral Communicator for the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Capstone Challenge. Kiera influenced the team with her leadership direction for the final pitch to executive judges. She is a career driven go-getter with core competencies in people skills and communication. She is an incredible presenter, leaving an impact among big crowds and teams. I highly recommend Kiera in all career endeavors she pursues!
Athena Karantzalis
Kiera was a high school senior in my Digital Video Arts Production class and she was a skilled and talented producer. She learned quickly and worked hard to write, film, and edit videos for our school's television shows. She is highly motivated and works well independently and with a group.
LinkedIn User
Kiera was a student of mine my class Media Toolkit at Lang College. Kiera is a highly intelligent, creative self starter. She is responsible, mature and works well with others. I was very impressed by the work she made in my class and I highly recommend her.
Cassie Reyes
I had the opportunity to work with Kiera during the Braven Fellowship at the LinkedIn headquarters. She was the Lead Oral Communicator for the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Capstone Challenge. Kiera influenced the team with her leadership direction for the final pitch to executive judges. She is a career driven go-getter with core competencies in people skills and communication. She is an incredible presenter, leaving an impact among big crowds and teams. I highly recommend Kiera in all career endeavors she pursues!
Athena Karantzalis
Kiera was a high school senior in my Digital Video Arts Production class and she was a skilled and talented producer. She learned quickly and worked hard to write, film, and edit videos for our school's television shows. She is highly motivated and works well independently and with a group.
Credentials
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Digital Marketing Bootcamp
The King's CollegeAug, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Kiera Williams
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United States
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Online Media
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1 - 100 Employee
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Filmmaker
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2018 - Present
• Producing a mini docu-series about student lives and issues they care about• Directing meaningful pieces centered around mental health and family dynamics• Craft compelling narratives highlighting mental health and sustainability issues
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Model Actress
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2017 - Present
• Collaborating with influential brands including Steven Madden, Cover Girl, New York Cares.• Bringing stories to life by embodying dynamic characters• Serving as a role model to audiences via Campaigns, Runway Shows, and Film.
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Content Creator
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2017 - Present
As an online content creator, I drive influence by• Connecting ethical and sustainable brands with everyday people• Driving a sense of community on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube• Maximizing audience engagement on social media platforms• Documenting my experience as a unique creator in the evolving internet of things• Creating personal videos that educate on personal growth and positive lifestyle habits
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Moving Picture Institute
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Movies, Videos, and Sound
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1 - 100 Employee
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Production Intern
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May 2022 - Nov 2022
Selected as 1 of 9 interns to participate in MPI's Hollywood Career Launch Program, which included a 10-week series on Freedom in Film, featuring industry executives and experts from CAA to Bold Films. Subsequently, I served as Production Assistant on two feature films and an additional Assistant to Director on one. • Managed the director’s shot list, script, and emails (Asst. to Director) • Facilitated communication across production departments • Coordinated the collection and distribution of funds for a set donation
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Skybound Entertainment
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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100 - 200 Employee
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Development Intern
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Jun 2022 - Aug 2022
As a development intern for the FILM/TV department, I • Delivered daily industry trades updates relevant to Skybound to supervisors • Covered spec screenplays, pilots, comics, narrative podcasts, and novels • Provided feedback on pitch decks • Created databases of new and existing IP and creators on the rise As a development intern for the FILM/TV department, I • Delivered daily industry trades updates relevant to Skybound to supervisors • Covered spec screenplays, pilots, comics, narrative podcasts, and novels • Provided feedback on pitch decks • Created databases of new and existing IP and creators on the rise
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Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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300 - 400 Employee
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Academy GOLD Rising Intern
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Jun 2022 - Aug 2022
Selected as 1 of 100 interns (7,063 applicants) to participate in an exclusive film industry internship enhancement program through the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Academy Gold Talent Development and Inclusion program. • Engaged with an eight-week summer experiential & educational program offering panels, interactive workshops, hands-on technical production workshops, access to member screenings and networking opportunities with Academy members • Obtained firsthand knowledge about above- and below-the-line entertainment industry careers, including directing, producing, cinematography, production design, post-production, film editing, film financing and distribution. • Collaborated on a feature film pitch to a panel of industry executives.
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Code and Theory
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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400 - 500 Employee
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Assistant Video Editor
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Jan 2022 - May 2022
As an assistant to the motion & experiential team, I presented compelling visual narratives by• Selecting and organizing relevant footage for quick cuts• Coordinating with multiple producers from internal and client teams• Capturing relevant b-roll on live shoots• Syncing, organizing, and constructing footage into intelligible rough cutsClients include: Adidas, Amazon, Con Ed, NY Lottery, etc
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Brand Strategist
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Jun 2021 - Mar 2022
As a brand strategy intern, I helped brands tell their unique story by• Balancing multiple work streams including rebrands, campaign development, and pitches• Designing decks and presenting compelling narratives to clients• Distilling strategic findings into creative briefs• Conducting qualitative research about consumer storiesClients included: Adidas, Amazon, ConEd, Lubriderm, Listerine, Mars, Zyrtec, etc
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New School Stories
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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Director / Editor
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Oct 2018 - Jun 2020
• Shot, edited, and produced artists documentaries. • Transcoded, edited, delivered final media as sole in-house editor. • Managed NSS websites and media database • Shot, edited, and produced artists documentaries. • Transcoded, edited, delivered final media as sole in-house editor. • Managed NSS websites and media database
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Halleloo Creative
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United States
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Video Editor
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May 2019 - Aug 2019
As a post production intern, I close out projects by • Completing all expects of video editing (i.e. cuts, color, and audio) • Submitting complete project rough cuts within two weeks of the shoot • Implementing client feedback in a timely manor • Delivering finished projects from final cuts to personalized social content. As a post production intern, I close out projects by • Completing all expects of video editing (i.e. cuts, color, and audio) • Submitting complete project rough cuts within two weeks of the shoot • Implementing client feedback in a timely manor • Delivering finished projects from final cuts to personalized social content.
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Women Make Movies
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United States
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Movies and Sound Recording
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1 - 100 Employee
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Distribution and Marketing Intern
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May 2019 - Aug 2019
As an impact producer, I help deliver successful marketing and distribution campaigns by • Assessing the role a given film plays within the current social climate • Researching industry leaders in various given topics • Strategizing appropriate campaign methods for optimal reach • Contact various organizations to solidify ideal partnerships • Identifying key themes within films • Collaborating with social entities to organically build publicity around films • Evaluating strategies and implementing change accordingly • Managing social campaigns for films.
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The New School
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Orientation Leader + Student Senator
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Jan 2019 - Aug 2019
As a university OL I onboard new students and families by • Identifying and educating families on campus resources, services, and information • Maximizing engagement with university faculty, staff, and current students • Planning for student success and wellbeing • Demonstrating respect for the diversity of The New School and New York City As a university OL I onboard new students and families by • Identifying and educating families on campus resources, services, and information • Maximizing engagement with university faculty, staff, and current students • Planning for student success and wellbeing • Demonstrating respect for the diversity of The New School and New York City
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Beach Temple
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Retail Apparel and Fashion
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Founder & CEO
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Aug 2017 - 2019
Beach Temple is began in 2017 as women's apparel brand. In 2020, the brand decided to rethink it's approach to fashion and transition into modest swimwear. We are currently in the process of resigning, browsing suppliers, and seeking funding. Responsibilities as CEO include: • Overseeing all operation • Managing social media • Communicating between logistics companies • Utilizing various logging programs • Developing marketing strategies For business inquiries: 📧 beachtempleco@gmail.com | https://www.beachtemple.co
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CarMax
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Sales Consultant
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Jun 2017 - Jul 2018
As an automotive sales representative, I maintained an average close rate of 75% by: • Prioritizing connection over transaction, discovering customer stories in-person and over the phone. • Facilitating steps of the sale, including the vehicle appraisal process, test drives, and finance applications. • Maintaining a working knowledge of products and services in order to provide appropriate next steps. • Reading, collecting, and transcribing customer data to improve customer-oriented relations.
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Braven
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United States
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Braven Fellow, LinkedIn | Lead Orator
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Jan 2018 - May 2018
As a fellow, I built and refined my leadership skills by: • Strategizing for the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative in the Capstone Challenge • Collaborated in a team of 6 to engineer a social application prototype to help high school seniors prepare for university. • Utilizing design thinking to develop a technology-based solution to educational disparities through research, prototyping, testing, and iteration. • Conducting market data within Bay Area communities in the form of surveys and interviews • Developing, operating, and managing a social media group that aims to close the gap between high school and college education. • Empowering my cohort by effectively guiding them in the fine-tuning of their presentation skills Become a Braven Fellow! 🌐 bebraven.org/apply
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Education
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2020 - 2022
The King's College
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Media, Culture, and the Arts -
2018 - 2020
The New School
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Film/Cinema/Video Studies
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