Brandon Mariano
Sicklerville,NJ
Summary
Dynamic innovator with a proven track record, including growing a YouTube channel to over 1 million views. Expert in journalistic writing, content creation, and brand growth through various mediums. Has led teams and projects to success at SHI International Corp. and founded a successful internationally sold magazine.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
YouTube Content Creator
Self Employed Web
03.2021 - Current
- Wrote, recorded, and edited over 100 videos, growing Youtube channel to over 1,000,000 views and 17,000 subscribers.
- Boosted subscriber count through effective promotion of channel on various social media platforms and collaborations with other creators.
- Established efficient workflows for video production process including scripting, filming, editing, thumbnail design, uploading, and optimizing metadata.
- Developed a recognizable personal brand by establishing a consistent theme, style, and tone across all videos.
- Demonstrated creativity and innovation by experimenting with new video formats, styles, or topics that attracted new viewers and increased overall channel engagement.
Founder, Writer, and Editor
DEF Magazine
02.2023 - Current
- Started magazine that has sold hundreds of copies around the world.
- Developed successful partnerships with writers, artists, and designers from over five countries, across three continents
- Conducted interviews with cover artists for each issue.
- Promoted the importance of diverse representation within the music industry through thoughtful coverage of emerging artists from underrepresented backgrounds.
- Streamlined editorial process with meticulous proofreading and editing skills, reducing publication errors.
- Strengthened fact-checking procedures for thorough research before publishing pieces.
Inside Account Manager
SHI International Corp.
07.2019 - Current
- Leveraged industry knowledge to provide valuable insights during strategic planning sessions, ultimately driving company growth initiatives forward.
- Collaborated with product teams to ensure accurate pricing and timely delivery of products to customers.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to address client issues promptly, fostering a positive customer experience overall.
- Placed in the top three sales metrics for the entire sales team in over 70% of available months
Intern
Emmis Communications Corp
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Gained valuable experience working within music and media industries, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Gathered news stories from various sources for timely reporting during on-air broadcasts.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Stockton University
Absecon, NJ05.2019
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Thinking
- Entrepreneurial Innovation
- Video Editing
- Music Journalism
- Social Media Marketing
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Strong writing skills
- Editing and proofreading
- Multimedia storytelling
- Brand Growth
- Content Creation
Timeline
Founder, Writer, and Editor
DEF Magazine
02.2023 - Current
YouTube Content Creator
Self Employed Web
03.2021 - Current
Inside Account Manager
SHI International Corp.
07.2019 - Current
Intern
Emmis Communications Corp
06.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Stockton University
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