Cody Willoughby
Summary
Versatile and creative multimedia professional with expertise in writing, photography, videography, editing, and public relations. Advanced specialization in public event writing and photography. Highly adaptable team player skilled at working in fast-paced environments and engaging with diverse individuals. Seeking a role to enhance multimedia abilities; complete portfolio available upon request.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Multimedia Producer
Greater Miami Valley
Troy, Ohio
04.2019 - Current
- Shot and edited comprehensive promotional video packages for businesses and organizations
- Provided comprehensive written verbiage for company websites and social media pages
- Consulted on design and delivery of promotional content via social media for companies
- Provided photography services for events, organizational activities, etc.
Photographer/Journalist
AIM Media Midwest
Troy, Ohio
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Provided comprehensive written and photo coverage for various local happenings.
- Coordinated with local officials, business owners, educators, etc. on upcoming events and developments
- Worked with school districts to promote activities and programs
- Promoted grand openings of local businesses through written features and photo coverage
- Monitored digital media presence for multiple publications
- Prepared press releases, obituaries, and restaurant/news briefs
- Composed movie/TV reviews for weekly entertainment insert
Auditor
Holiday Inn Express
Troy/Huber Heights, Ohio
04.2014 - 07.2017
- Conducted nightly audit of daily accounts
- Welcomed and checked in incoming customers
- Distributed receipts and settled accounts of outgoing customers
- Daily preparation of breakfast and coffee bar
- Diligent cleaning and maintenance of public areas.
Auditor
Comfort Suites
Troy, Ohio
09.2011 - 05.2013
- Conducted nightly audit of daily accounts
- Welcomed and checked in incoming customers
- Distributed receipts and settled accounts of outgoing customers
- Daily preparation of breakfast and coffee bar
- Diligent cleaning and maintenance of public areas.
Education
Master of Arts - Creative Writing
Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh, U.K.08-2024
Bachelor of Arts -
Wright State University
Fairborn, OH12.2012
Preliminary Studies -
Edison State Community College
Piqua, OH12.2009
Skills
- Mastery of Microsoft Office applications
- AP-style writing/editing
- Proficiency in Adobe and Final Cut Pro editing suites
- Composition of articles, screenplays, essays, narrative prose, and film/TV criticism
- Directing experience in documentary, journalistic, and short film formats
- Experience with tricaster/multicamera set-ups, sound engineering, and light design
- Freelance photography/videography experience for weddings, anniversaries, business highlights, and various public events
- Newsroom and film set experience
- Expert-level Minesweeper champion
Accomplishments
- Sold short film script, The Lockbox, in spring 2015
- Produced multiple adoption profile videos that successfully resulted in adoption
- Oversaw production as director/editor on full-length documentary throughout 2019
- Worked with the Mack Family Foundation in May 2019 to photographically highlight philanthropic efforts in elementary school libraries throughout urban Cincinnati area
- Developed series of videos promoting non-profit organization, Safe Haven, Inc., (mental health support center) in late 2019
- Developed series of business highlight videos in association with Troy Main Street, Inc. to promote locally-owned businesses in Troy, OH during pandemic closures in 2020
- Wrote, directed, and edited 12-part educational video series, The Hidden Rules of Going Pro, in association with Zeal Coaching of Troy, OH, and the Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education, in 2022
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Independent Multimedia Producer
Greater Miami Valley
04.2019 - Current
Photographer/Journalist
AIM Media Midwest
10.2017 - 04.2019
Auditor
Holiday Inn Express
04.2014 - 07.2017
Auditor
Comfort Suites
09.2011 - 05.2013
Master of Arts - Creative Writing
Edinburgh Napier University
Bachelor of Arts -
Wright State University
Preliminary Studies -
Edison State Community College
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