Brandon Newsome

stack (Company rebranded from Pixelated Talent → Upscale Recruiting → Jorbly)

• Led full-cycle recruiting across AI, Tech, Gaming, Entertainment, and Manufacturing/Packaging industries
• Recruited for technical engineering roles including:
  Forward Deployed AI Engineer
  AI Engineer
  Backend Engineer
  Frontend Engineer
  Fullstack Engineer
  Rendering / Graphics Engineer
  Technical Director
  Engineering Manager
  Product Manager
• Managed 8–10 concurrent requisitions across technical and non-technical roles
• Supported hiring from junior through senior director level across both IC and leadership tracks
• Wrote and refined job descriptions in partnership with founders, executives, and hiring managers to align technical requirements, business needs, and market realities
• Sourced candidates using ATS platforms including Breezy and Greenhouse, along with direct outreach via email and LI, and referrals
• Conducted technical and behavioral phone screens to assess skill depth, communication ability, and role alignment
• Managed end-to-end interview processes, including scheduling, feedback collection, candidate prep, and stakeholder coordination
• Led offer discussions and closing negotiations, including compensation alignment, counteroffers, and acceptance management
• Maintained consistent communication with candidates throughout the entire process to ensure transparency, engagement, and a positive recruiting experience
• Recruited across engineering, product management, marketing, finance, operations, production, and executive functions

As LAO, I was responsible for ensuring controls met company standards across full service branch and companion branch. I oversaw ICSC (Internal Controls Self Check) each month, questioning all branch employees (9 between 2 branches) on their knowledge of policy changes and key security/ fraud risk.

• During this time, my branches went through 3 branch reviews/ audits. Each audit/ review was passed receiving 98%-100% accuracy.
• Supported the Branch Manager with all aspects of branch operations, including loss control, compliance, and audit standards. In addition to the monthly completion of ICSC (Internal Controls Self Check).
• Vault custodian in sole control of 2 vaults.
• Ensure 4 ATMs are adequately loaded with cash daily and arrange for their servicing and maintenance when needed.
• Liaise with back office and partner departments in case of resolving disputes and serious service-related issues.
• Introduce customers to the branch team who will build relationships and assist with specialized financial needs.