Alex Ashford, MFA
New Haven,CT
Summary
Seasoned AI analyst, writer, and ethnographer with a penchant for leveraging data-driven insights to understand and interpret human behavior within diverse cultural contexts. Possessing a distinct blend of technical expertise in artificial intelligence, narrative skills as a poet and culture writer, and a deep reverence for ethnographic research methods, I excel at unveiling meaningful patterns in data that inform strategic decision-making and drive impactful storytelling. With an impeccable track record of delivering insightful analysis and compelling narratives, I am dedicated to bridging the gap between technology and humanity through a multidisciplinary approach.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LLM Analyst • Content Engineer
GlobalLogic
07.2024 - Current
- Analysis of Artificial Intelligence, Generative Text Models, and Natural Language Processing for GL's client, Google Alphabet.
- Prompt engineering and crafting high-quality, complexly-structured data for training LLMs.
- Creating and reviewing data collections and ensuring alignment with LLM training requirements.
- Daily use of Google Workspace (Docs & Sheets) for collaborative editing.
Private Consultant • English Tutor
Lumine Education
01.2024 - Current
- Developing personalized lesson plans and curriculum tailored to individual student's learning styles and goals.
- Providing one-on-one instruction and guidance to students on analyzing literary texts, writing essays, and improving overall reading comprehension.
- Maintaining open communication with parents and students to assess progress, address concerns, and make adjustments to tutoring approach as needed.
Culture Writer • Ethnographer
Self Employed
06.2023 - Current
- Research and analysis on various cultural trends to create groundbreaking cultural critiques.
- Using ethnographic methods and fieldwork to unearth and document subculture phenomena.
Private Consultant • English Tutor
One Step Ahead
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Private consulting specializing in the development of cutting edge English literature curriculum with emphasis on publication and student writing contests.
English Faculty • Curriculum Writer
Choate Rosemary Hall
07.2019 - 06.2023
- Taught four sections of upper level English (American Literature and Art of the Essay).
- Served as dorm advisor and Faculty Editor for the school's oldest student magazine, The Lit.
- Received department grants for creation of curriculum for new courses.
Creator • Editor in Chief • Lead Writer
Ethnografis: A Poet Reads Rap
03.2013 - 04.2021
- Composed and edited critical reviews of underground hip hop and literature by writers from marginalized backgrounds.
- Fielded submissions from prospective writers.
Education
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) - Creative Writing
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA01.2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Creative Writing
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA05.2010
Skills
- Prompt Engineering
- Generative AI
- Large Language Models (LLMs)
- Ethnography
- Storytelling
- Literary Analysis
- Creative Writing
- English Language Arts Instruction
- Cultural Criticism
- Linguistics
Timeline
LLM Analyst • Content Engineer
GlobalLogic
07.2024 - Current
Private Consultant • English Tutor
Lumine Education
01.2024 - Current
Culture Writer • Ethnographer
Self Employed
06.2023 - Current
Private Consultant • English Tutor
One Step Ahead
09.2020 - 09.2023
English Faculty • Curriculum Writer
Choate Rosemary Hall
07.2019 - 06.2023
Creator • Editor in Chief • Lead Writer
Ethnografis: A Poet Reads Rap
03.2013 - 04.2021
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) - Creative Writing
University of New Orleans
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Creative Writing
Pepperdine University