Fiction Writer
Brando Smith
Production + Project Management | Creative Marketer + Strategist | Writer
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Brando is a versatile and exceedingly detail-oriented candidate with two years in coordination and administrative, four years in film production, and two years in marketing and social media management. Self-motivated and communicative, every project will be handled with dedication, superior attention to detail, and necessary discretion.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Content Project Manager
SIEVA Magazine
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted from Copy Editor position to Social Media Manager in January 2024.
- Design and implement social media strategies to align with business goals.
- Analyze and report social media and online marketing campaign KPIs.
- Monitor online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen community relationships.
- Develop and manage content calendars for each platform to establish timely and relevant posts.
Jr. Copywriter & Editor
Body Art Alliance - Ink Projects
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Developed SEO-driven grass-roots marketing materials for three tattoo and permanent makeup ink brands: blogs, social media content, product launches, emails, SMS, APP assets, etc.
- Lead creative in development and production for Inkiverse campaign: series of interview features to spotlight diverse artists within tattoo industry.
- Drafted and supported development of communication, including building strong connections with internal and external partners.
- Implemented interview content with industry professionals.
- Coordinated meetings and calls to collaborate with team on development and implementation of marketing plans.
- Lead screenwriter in production of Perma Blend's first online course, Science Behind the Ink.
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Handled printing, customer orders, and packages—took and prioritized incoming calls.
- Using high attention to detail, executed organizational strategy.
- Mastered weekly knowledge of best sellers and title picks to pitch effectively to all incoming customers.
- Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services
Film and TV Development Intern
Groundswell Productions
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Responsible for 2-3 script coverages per week—including film, TV, books, and articles.
- Acquired, organized, and prepared past and current materials to ingest into digital asset management system, which included making selects, adding required metadata, keywords/tagging, and rights-management data.
Development Intern
Ensemble Entertainment
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Responsible for 2-3 script coverages per week of prospective and current talent.
- Used publications, internal documentation, and online research to keep team up to date with industry trends and evolutions.
- Developed original project to research and create of-interest public domain list to submit at end of internship.
Awards Chair
Emerson Recognition And Achievement Awards
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Leading producer and event coordinator of awards ceremony and personal assistant to C-suite.
- Promoted from Talent Coordinator position held previous year.
- Grew organization to largest member board to date (20+ members): marketing, tech, donations, talent acquisition, scripting, etc.
- Ensured all members were on track with their tasks and had what they needed to succeed.
- Coordinated, scheduled, and led all committee meetings, appointments, and outings.
- Configured event's budget and secured its approval through Student Government Association.
Committee Coordinator
Spirit Of Emerson
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Coordinated and scheduled weekly meetings and responsibilities while mapping team's calendars to organize priorities at individual levels.
- Implemented new strategic organizational structure for all incoming submissions—both digital and physical filing.
- Led any email or in-person correspondence including member and submission inquiries.
- Took notes at and managed follow-up from all meetings; support/manage projects that emerge as assigned.
Executive Aesthetics and Logistics Producer
The Update - Emerson Independent Video
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Configured budget and ensured production remains within said budget.
- Developed visual inspiration while serving as production designer.
- Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas, and segments.
Treasurer
Class Of 2021 Student Council - SGA
12.2018 - 11.2019
- Awarded Member of the Year (2018-2019).
- Oversaw financials of student council & developed budget.
- Screened and prioritized all incoming requests and appeals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media Arts Production
Emerson College
Boston, MA 08.2017 - 2021.04
Skills
Superior organizational skills & ability to self-manage workload
undefinedProfessional Development
- The Copy Cure - marieforleo.com (November 2022-December 2022)
- Conscious Leadership: Unlocking the Potential of Others and Yourself - Seminar by Stephanie Simpson (October 17th, 2023)
Interests
Reader of Everything
Theme Parks (Especially Disney World)
Timeline
Content Project Manager
SIEVA Magazine
08.2023 - Current
Jr. Copywriter & Editor
Body Art Alliance - Ink Projects
10.2021 - 01.2023
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
09.2021 - 10.2021
Film and TV Development Intern
Groundswell Productions
09.2020 - 12.2020
Development Intern
Ensemble Entertainment
08.2020 - 12.2020
Executive Aesthetics and Logistics Producer
The Update - Emerson Independent Video
11.2019 - 03.2020
Awards Chair
Emerson Recognition And Achievement Awards
10.2019 - 04.2020
Committee Coordinator
Spirit Of Emerson
08.2019 - 04.2020
Treasurer
Class Of 2021 Student Council - SGA
12.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Media Arts Production
Emerson College
08.2017 - 2021.04
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