Eli Yoder
Hollywood,FL
Summary
Dynamic and analytical professional with a diverse background across multiple industries, recognized for a collaborative spirit and a proactive approach to enhancing workplace efficiency. A strong advocate for continuous growth, leveraging insights from the Pareto Principle and the Dunning-Kruger confidence curve to drive personal and team development. Proficient in Hollywood-standard video editing software, DaVinci Resolve, alongside advanced Excel data modeling and forecasting skills, demonstrating a unique blend of creativity and analytical prowess. Committed to delivering impactful solutions that align with organizational goals while fostering an innovative work environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director
Urban Captures Collective
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
08.2023 - Current
- Maintain role as content planner, director, and online image manager for three independent music artists
- Direct, produce, & edit music videos to feature and market artist track releases
- Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for company campaigns from concept to completion.
- Create customized marketing hype reels for Miramar Theatre and Liquid Madison
- Showcase customized photoshoots in 25+ magazine articles
- Plan a music artist photoshoot to be featured on NYC Times Square Billboard
- Built strong relationships with clients, leading to long-term partnerships and repeat business opportunities.
Sub-Contractor/Assistant Project Manager
Self-Employed
Clio, Michigan
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Trained and led an eight-man crew through process of constructing an Oak Log Home
- Restructured travel protocol, cutting travel time in half and saving 10% on travel expenditure
- Sustained industry-leading standard for cut, placement, and level accuracy on oak log exterior walls
- Developed a site-specific protocol of pre-cut timber organization to enhance measurement and cut efficiency by 15%
- Guaranteed wall placement accuracy to margins of 1/100th inch or better on all four corners of home foundation
Banquets Bartender
SentryWorld
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Improved liquor storage protocol, decreasing prep time by over 50% at affected bar locations
- Served events with 200+ patrons efficiently to decrease service time
- Prepared custom layouts of tables and chairs for weddings and corporate banquets
- Ensured custom accommodations were made for guests when specifically requested before events
- Presented an internal proposal to general manager displaying how organization could revamp protocol to reduce expenses by 25,000 per year
Warehouse Associate/Loader
Genuine Parts Company
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
09.2020 - 06.2022
- Prepared complete orders of freight for shipping to 13 Napa Auto Parts locations daily
- Developed a new pallet disposal protocol by synergizing with the receiving department manager to enhance efficiency
- Maintained 99.9% distribution center order accuracy throughout employment period
- Discussed ways to solve problems in monthly meetings as a member of the Employee Involvement Committee
General Laborer
Lakeview Log Homes
Manawa, Wisconsin
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Constructed high-quality log homes under team recommendation from Gastineau and Golden Eagle Log Homes
- Ensured trim work cut error margin of 1/100th inch
- Accomplished error-prone staining and sealing process without any visible flaws on a multi-million dollar project
- Operated heavy machinery in accordance with OSHA regulations to transport materials safely
- Synergized with a team to achieve multiple construction processes simultaneously at all times, improving overall efficiency
Table Games Dealer
Ho Chunk Gaming
Nekoosa, Wisconsin
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained extensive title-31 regulations on gaming floor to assure avoidance of legal complications
- Completed training with second-fastest total time in company history at 40/110 hours
- Socialized with patrons while dealing 250+ hands of blackjack per hour
- Utilized a seven-step blackjack shuffling protocol to reduce downtime during machine breakdown incidents
Education
BBA - Economics
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Oshkosh, Wisconsin05.2025
BBA - Marketing
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, WI05-2025
Skills
- Data visualization and presentations
- Statistical analysis
- Concept development
- Video production
- Content strategy
- Storyboard creation
- Excel functions
- Client relations
- Data analysis
- Statistical forecasting
Websites
Accomplishments
- Achieved 30,000 organic views across TikTok and Instagram with my first 10 posts on a brand new account.
- Achieved 99% accuracy in forecasting new car sales in America across a 25 year time period with an Excell Model that utilized Exponential Smoothing and Time Series Regression Methods.
- Built a Photography and Video Production Business as a Full-Time Student
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Creative Director
Urban Captures Collective
08.2023 - Current
Sub-Contractor/Assistant Project Manager
Self-Employed
06.2023 - 08.2023
Banquets Bartender
SentryWorld
07.2022 - 01.2023
Warehouse Associate/Loader
Genuine Parts Company
09.2020 - 06.2022
General Laborer
Lakeview Log Homes
05.2020 - 08.2020
Table Games Dealer
Ho Chunk Gaming
10.2019 - 03.2020
BBA - Economics
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
BBA - Marketing
University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh