Joseph A. Pankow
Granite Bay,CA
Summary
Intern with legal and business affairs, research, and customer service experience, combining legal analysis, contract review, and clear communication. Supported film production and corporate matters with careful document review, strong organization, and dependable teamwork in fast-paced settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Host/Restaurant Busser
Goop Kitchen
Sacramento, CA
07.2026 - Current
- Tracked table availability and refreshed seating chart during service.
- Greeted guests and guided seating while sharing menu details or expected wait times.
- Resolved guest issues with calm communication and professional courtesy.
- Backed front-of-house operations by preparing service area for busy dining periods.
Legal & Business Affairs Intern
Hemmy Productions LLC
New York City, NY
03.2026 - Current
- Researched and analyzed legal and business issues in film production, focusing on LLC governance, intellectual property, investor financing, and entertainment contracts to support informed decision-making.
- Reviewed and summarized transactional documents, including Letters of Intent (LOIs), term sheets, and referral agreements, to identify key rights and obligations, enhancing understanding of legal considerations for stakeholders.
- Assisted with corporate formation and operational matters, including organizational structure and regulatory filings, to support business documentation for company operations and improve investor readiness.
Aquatics Swim Supervisor
Lifetime Fitness
Roseville, CA
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Ensured cleanliness and professionalism by providing excellent service to patrons, enhancing their experience.
- Supervised lifeguards to uphold safety standards, effectively enforcing policies for a secure aquatic environment.
- Managed daily aquatics operations, coordinating staff assignments and enforcing safety protocols to support seamless facility operations.
Education
B.A. - Political Science Eleanor Roosevelt College (ERC)
University of California, San Diego (UCSD)
La Jolla, CA06-2027
Skills
- Technical: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Data Analysis, Python, R Studio, Refinitiv
- Organizational management
- Research proficiency
- Adaptability
- Legal research
- Resource allocation
- Legal analysis
- Contract negotiation
- Dependability
- Leadership qualities
- Team building
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Akuna Capital Options 101, Bloomberg BMC, Bloomberg Finance Fundamentals, Introduction to Financial Accounting (Wharton Online), CPR & First Aid certified (RED CROSS)
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Host/Restaurant Busser
Goop Kitchen
07.2026 - Current
Legal & Business Affairs Intern
Hemmy Productions LLC
03.2026 - Current
Aquatics Swim Supervisor
Lifetime Fitness
09.2022 - 12.2024
B.A. - Political Science Eleanor Roosevelt College (ERC)
University of California, San Diego (UCSD)