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FAHAM TAK

Mason

Summary

Undergraduate student at the University of Cincinnati with a strong foundation in economics and a keen interest in the intersection of law and business. Proven ability to analyze complex economic data and apply critical thinking skills to real-world scenarios. Eager to leverage academic knowledge and analytical capabilities in a professional setting, contributing to innovative solutions that bridge legal frameworks and business strategies.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Ethnographer

University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Sounds
04.2025 - Current
  • Worked in starting baseline ethnography in documenting local Cincinnati music scene
  • Actively attended live shows and cultural events, noting trends such as performer-audience dynamics, audience composition, and subcultural identity and expression
  • Interviewed figures involved with the local scene to gain personal perspective on cultural growth, including a label and a local recording studio
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships with local fans, performers, and organizers

PoliSci Supplemental Instruction Leader

UC Learning Commons
01.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated peer-led study groups to promote collaborative learning and increase subject matter comprehension, specifically in the subset of polisci courses under a STEM-heavy program.
  • Collaborated with faculty members to identify areas where students needed additional support for improved academic performance.
  • Enhanced student understanding by employing supplemental instruction techniques and strategies, often tailoring them based on individual feedback
  • Developed tailored instructional materials and resources to address specific needs of diverse learners in various subjects.
  • Promoted to Supplemental Instruction coordinator, overseeing other leaders in their classes and ensuring the quality of their techniques and strategies

Bookings Coordinator

Clifton Heights Music Festival
05.2024 - Current
  • Managed a high volume of inbound inquiries through social media messaging and emails, providing prompt responses and accurate information on venue availability and payment options.
  • Maintained accurate records of bookings, ensuring timely invoicing and payment tracking for financial accuracy.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients (either band representatives of solo artists), leading to repeat business and bookings.
  • Enhanced communication between departments of the festival committee for seamless event coordination.

International Business Student Researcher

University of Cincinnati
05.2023 - Current
  • Worked to obtain information on assets and revenues of several multinational corporations, drawing data from both Bloomberg and company reports (including annual earnings, IBISWorld, Forbes, etc.)
  • Coordinated tasks with two teams of fellow student researchers and supervising faculty, regularly met to delegate individual work
  • Took on individual research that consisted of finding news coverage for companies of interest and documenting trends with said coverage (earning reports, business articles, etc.)

Sales Representative

Perfumes Plus
09.2019 - Current
  • Aided in expansion of family business from a single kiosk into a retail store within Kenwood Mall, designed store layout, and directed the placement of individual merchandise
  • Lead employee/sales schedule in-store during Black Friday and Christmas of 2021 through 2023, helped to produce more than $30k in monthly revenue each year
  • Designed physical and digital poster advertisements for store deals, promotions, and physical in-stock perfumes
  • Expanded knowledge of several perfume brands and product lines to give quality information to customers

Economics Student Researcher

University of Cincinnati
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Worked to obtain information regarding the study of gambling legalization in the United States and possible associations with economic and larger addiction-related health trends in the country
  • Worked in Excel and Stata to organize data and classification of legalization by state, separating categories by retail, online, and tribal legalization
  • Primarily utilized data from the American Gaming Association and Center for Disease Control to map trends—while conducting an initial literature review based on previous studies mapping gaming trends in different conditions

Newsletter Editor

UC School of Public and International Affairs
07.2023 - 07.2024
  • Communicated consistently with nonprofits, professors, scholarship associations, and other organizations to ensure material for weekly newsletter sent out to SPIA students/faculty.
  • Coordinated with law/IR faculty to create visually appealing layouts that complemented written content.
  • Optimized newsletters for email format, ensuring a seamless reading experience for subscribers on both mobile and PC applications.
  • Continuously improved personal editing skills through attending professional development workshops and networking events.
  • Boosted newsletter open rates by crafting eye-catching subject lines and headlines.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI, CARL H. LINDNER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
Cincinnati, Ohio
12.2025

Skills

  • Proficient in Canva, Excel, Word, Premiere Pro and PowerPoint
  • Active learning
  • Cross-cultural design
  • Interactive learning assistance
  • Assessment techniques
  • Collaboration
  • Content expertise
  • Time management

Accomplishments

Recipient of the Kautz-Uible Professional Development Scholarship


Invited to Meet Dr. Stuart Hoffman of PNC Bank With UC Economics Faculty and Masters Students



Interests

  • Music
  • Creative Writing
  • Fashion
  • Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Hiking

Timeline

Ethnographer

University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Sounds
04.2025 - Current

PoliSci Supplemental Instruction Leader

UC Learning Commons
01.2025 - Current

Bookings Coordinator

Clifton Heights Music Festival
05.2024 - Current

Economics Student Researcher

University of Cincinnati
05.2024 - 09.2024

Newsletter Editor

UC School of Public and International Affairs
07.2023 - 07.2024

International Business Student Researcher

University of Cincinnati
05.2023 - Current

Sales Representative

Perfumes Plus
09.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI, CARL H. LINDNER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

RELATED COURSES

  • COMPARATIVE ECONOMIC SYSTEMS
  • ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
  • ENTERTAINMENT ECONOMICS
  • SPECIAL TOPICS IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP
  • RELIGION IN LAW AND POLITICS
  • INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS

Hobbies and Interests

Music, management, writing, law, business news