Faris Saeed
Madison
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience at Milwaukee Film Festival, excelling in customer service and clear communication. Proven ability in Adobe Creative Cloud for production assistance and adept at managing archival data. Recognized for adaptability and problem-solving skills while enhancing visitor experiences at large-scale events.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Theater Operations Volunteer
Milwaukee Film Festival
Milwaukee
09.2022 - Current
- Direct patrons, manage lines, and communicate seating logistics clearly and efficiently
- Collaborate with festival staff to ensure a positive visitor experience, supporting large-scale event operations
Summer Internship
ECOVIS Jordan
Amman
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Selected for a summer internship with a global consulting and advisory firm to gain exposure to marketing, research, and administrative tasks
- Will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support client engagements, data analysis, and content development
Summer Internship
Wunderman (subsequently merged with VMLY&R)
Amman
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed and organized a comprehensive library of commercials and advertisements, ensuring efficient archiving and seamless retrieval for the marketing team
- Actively participated in on-site production shoots, supporting the film crew and demonstrating adaptability while handling various production tasks
- Gained practical insights into the commercial production process through close collaboration with creative and technical teams
Security and Service Desk Employee
University Housing Security and Service Desk
Milwaukee
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Company Overview: University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
- Provide first-point-of-contact support for students, parents, and guests at on-campus residence halls
- Address inquiries related to housing policies, campus resources, and safety protocols, maintaining a welcoming and secure environment
- Enforce university housing regulations and respond to security concerns, including fire alarms and policy compliance
- University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Arts Film Radio TV
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI12.2026
Skills
- Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop)
- Production Assistance & On-Set Support
- Archival & Data Management
- Customer Service & Front Desk Operations
- Clear Verbal & Written Communication
- Adaptability & Problem-Solving
Projects
24 Hours in Milwaukee, Directed and edited a short documentary (available on YouTube under 'Faris Saeed'), showcasing local culture and storytelling abilities.
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Arabic, Elementary Proficiency
Accomplishments
- Started a tiktok comedy page that has accumulated a total of 12 million views
Languages
English
Professional
Arabic
Elementary
Timeline
Summer Internship
ECOVIS Jordan
07.2024 - 08.2024
Summer Internship
Wunderman (subsequently merged with VMLY&R)
08.2023 - 08.2023
Security and Service Desk Employee
University Housing Security and Service Desk
10.2022 - 01.2023
Theater Operations Volunteer
Milwaukee Film Festival
09.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Arts Film Radio TV
University of Wisconsin - Madison
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