Experience

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  Coverfly

  • Script Analyst

    • May 2020 - Present

    •Provide coverage and feedback on screenplays and pilot scripts. •Read and assess submissions for festivals and network fellowships.Description: Coverfly is the industry's largest database of screenwriting competition entries and program submissions, searchable by industry pros who are looking for good screenplays.

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  Freelance

  • Comedy Writer

    • Oct 2014 - Present

    • Contributing Writer - Hard Drive / The Hard Times• Previously contributed to: "Breaking The News" (BBC Scotland - TV & Radio), "Newsjack" (BBC Radio 4 Extra), McSweeney's, Funny Or Die ("Newsflash"), The Yale Record, Points In Case and "Man Cave Daily" (CBS Local)

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  Panavid

  • A/V Technician

    • 2017 - Mar 2020

    • Supported a team of audio engineers, lighting technicians and projectionists• Set up lighting and sound equipment for live events, broadcasts and installations• Ensured safe transfer and shipment of equipment (heavy lifting)• Assisted Shop Manager with rentals, returns and simple repairs• Provided administrative support with data entry (Sugar CRM) and phonesDescription: Panavid (formerly New City) is a full-service audio-visual production house.

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  PoliticusUSA

  • Managing Editor (Sports)

    • Jun 2015 - Apr 2018

    • Researched story ideas, managed contributors and edited submissions• Collaborated with editorial team to develop topical content• Worked to build a network of contributing writersDescription: PoliticusUSA is an independent online publication that offers news, political commentary, and analysis.

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  Force One Entertainment (NY/LA)

  • Greater New York City Area

  • Staff Assistant

    • Mar 2015 - Mar 2016
    • Greater New York City Area

    • Assisted staff at: Paradigm Talent Agency (Mailroom), iHeartMedia (Front Desk / Reception) and Th1ng NY (Asst. To EP & Head of Production)• Handled heavy phone traffic, booked travel, and reviewed expenses• Coordinated between production and post-production teams• Interacted with agents, executives and talent via phone, email, and in-person• Compiled and distributed casting breakdowns and project gridsDescription: Force One Entertainment is a temporary placement/recruiting agency specializing in the entertainment industry.

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  Alpha Black Sheep LLC

  • Greater Chicago Area

  • Producer

    • Sep 2009 - Nov 2014
    • Greater Chicago Area

    • Booked live comedy shows, scouted talent and scheduled performances • Managed the "Ensemble Improv Program (EIP)" at Gorilla Tango Theater• Hired staff, assembled audition schedules, coordinated financial aid• Assisted outside production teams with short films and music videos• Edited the documentary "Street Corner Harmony" - Nominated for Best Documentary, Golden Door International Film Festival (2011)Description: Alpha Black Sheep was a Chicago-based company that specialized in producing live comedy shows and short films.

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  Cabrini Green Legal Aid

  • Receptionist

    • Jul 2014 - Oct 2014

    • Managed a busy desk, supporting a staff of attorneys and social workers• Assisted with in-take and confidential file preparation• Practiced crisis management and customer relations on a daily basis• Integrated LegalServer databases for Cabrini Green Legal Aid (CGLA) and Chicago Legal Aid for Incarcerated Mothers (CLAIM).Description: Cabrini Green Legal Aid (CGLA) provides free legal representation to low-income Chicagoans, focusing on four distinct areas of law: family, housing, criminal defense, and clearing of criminal records.

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  National Lampoon

  • Contributing Writer

    • Mar 2008 - Nov 2011

    • Developed weekly content for NationalLampoon.com ("The Zaz Report")Description: National Lampoon is a media and entertainment company.

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  The Whitehouse Post

  • Intern

    • May 2007 - Aug 2007

    • Coordinated client services and supported an award winning post-production staffDescription: Whitehouse Post is a film editing company.