Billy Finkenstaedt
Detroit,MI
Summary
Dedicated communications/media professional with successful experience in fast-paced office settings. Hardworking team player with expertise in completing various administrative tasks and offering staff support. Responsible, punctual and productive professional when working. Passionate about community-based storytelling with an emphasis on reaching historically-excluded groups and social messaging.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Admin Assistant
OFFICES OF DR PETER MCGLYNN
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management
- Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data
- Answered phone system and delivered messages to staff and greeted visitors
Operations Assistant
CRUNCHYROLL
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Anticipated and assisted in day-to-day operations of company and special projects
- Oversaw and distributed departmental communications while maintaining office atmosphere
Prizes Researcher
LET’S MAKE A DEAL
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Gathered and organized information on shows prize details including national manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP), physical measurements, scripted copy, and script/show placement to insure accurate representation on page
- Maintained show’s online and physical inventories of prize items with key attention paid to adjustments in damages, and product accuracy
- Prepared script edits and acted as script supervisor during live tapings to guarantee copy is correct and maintained up-to-date inventory
Creator, Writer, Performer
SIRIUS XM: Under The Influence Podcast
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Created, recorded, and sold pilot presentation of a weekly 60-minute pop culture and entertainment recap podcast for further development
- Edit and develop around studio notes for broadcast and brainstorm synergistic brand tie-ins and marketing stratagem
Studio Operations Assistant
NEW FORM
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Greeted incoming visitors/calls and professionally provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance
- Oversaw and distributed office-wide communications to create and maintain studio culture
- Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to anticipate and maximize efficiency and team productivity
- Collected invoice payments, processed expense reports and updated relevant records
Studio Production Assistant
NEW FORM
09.2015 - 07.2016
- Aided in day-to-day operations of production department/teams, including clerical work, research, and special projects
- Transported vendor deliverables to/from sets and oversaw production storage organization
- Supplied inter-departmental support to Accounting, Development, Marketing, and Studio Operations
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies and Screen Arts & Cultures, Screenwriting
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
Ann Arbor, MI05.2013
UPRIGHT CITIZENS BRIGADE - HOLLYWOOD
Los Angeles, CA2016
OUTFEST LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CAFLAPPERS COMEDY SCHOOL
Burbank07.2023
Skills
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Pages, Numbers, Keynote, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Calendar, Final Draft, Final Cut Pro X, Celtx, Social Media (Snapchat, Tiktok, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook) , Digital Content Distribution (YouTube & Vimeo)
Script Writing (2014-2023)
- 3 Original Feature Scripts
- 7 Original Pilot Scripts
- 5 Spec Scripts for existing programs
- Each project included marketing ideas (if original) and pitch presentation for potential producers
Timeline
Admin Assistant
OFFICES OF DR PETER MCGLYNN
04.2021 - 01.2023
Operations Assistant
CRUNCHYROLL
02.2019 - 11.2019
Prizes Researcher
LET’S MAKE A DEAL
05.2018 - 10.2018
Creator, Writer, Performer
SIRIUS XM: Under The Influence Podcast
01.2017 - 11.2017
Studio Operations Assistant
NEW FORM
08.2016 - 03.2017
Studio Production Assistant
NEW FORM
09.2015 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies and Screen Arts & Cultures, Screenwriting
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
UPRIGHT CITIZENS BRIGADE - HOLLYWOOD
OUTFEST LOS ANGELES
FLAPPERS COMEDY SCHOOL
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