- Creative Writing
- Reading
- Strategy Games
Matthew Scarpa
Inglewood,CA
Summary
Research professional with track record of supporting academic projects through meticulous data collection and analysis. Proven ability to work collaboratively in team settings to achieve research goals and adapt to evolving project requirements. Expertise in utilizing statistical software and maintaining accurate documentation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelance, Writer/Editor
12.2019 - Current
- Game, Television & Advertisement Writing
Digital Media Long Term Substitute
10.2025 - 05.2026
English 1 & 2 Honors Adjunct Teacher
01.2025 - 05.2025
Production Assistant
TBNR, LLC.
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Directly worked with multiple teams including but not limited to: set design, lighting, sound, camera operations, construction, prop design & handling, and talent.
- Worked with multiple teams to ensure prompt and concise shots for YouTube entertainment (videos available upon request).
Commercial Research & Acquisitions Specialist
Elysian Capital
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Led teams on real estate acquisition projects and roll-outs for new companies.
- Compiled research on commercial real estate trends, consumer trends, medical advancements & experimental technology.
- Acted as point of contact for COO of fuel & services company under the corporate umbrella.
- Handled budgeting for real estate purchases and projects including ground-up builds and refurbishes for commercial properties.
- Worked with marketing and outreach teams to ensure company visibility at charitable events and public image awareness.
Marketing & Brand Manager
KT&G USA
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Tracked consumer and market trends.
- Developed marketing slogans, visuals & campaigns.
- Designed physical booths for trade shows.
- Trained marketing team members on advertisement guidelines and S&P.
- Assisted in SOP design for US teams.
Executive Assistant to Director of Nursing
Curative Inc.
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted in establishment of over one hundred mobile and permanent Covid-19 vaccination centers across Texas.
- Analyzed market demographics and pandemic trends to determine the best locations for permanent vaccination centers.
- Developed routes for mobile vaccination vans designed to assist largely unsupported communities.
Claims Adjuster & Investigator
State Farm
12.2018 - 12.2020
- Investigated claims to verify validity, confirm facts of injury, & determine coverage.
- Trained fellow claim handlers on investigation techniques and standard practices.
- Built standard operating procedures for investigation levels within claims.
Education
BFA - Marketing & Creative Writing
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL09-2018
Skills
- Entertainment Writing
- Copywriting
- Ad Writing
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google App Suite
- Research & Information Gathering
- Editing & Proofreading
- Critical Thinking
- Scheduling Software (Trello, Jira)
- Creative writing
- Strong research skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Data entry
- Data analysis
- Analytical thinking
- Research and analysis
Certification
- English/Language Arts 7-12 Training - 2025-2026
Interests
Timeline
Digital Media Long Term Substitute
10.2025 - 05.2026
English 1 & 2 Honors Adjunct Teacher
01.2025 - 05.2025
Production Assistant
TBNR, LLC.
05.2024 - 10.2024
Commercial Research & Acquisitions Specialist
Elysian Capital
09.2022 - 11.2023
Marketing & Brand Manager
KT&G USA
08.2021 - 03.2022
Executive Assistant to Director of Nursing
Curative Inc.
02.2020 - 08.2021
Freelance, Writer/Editor
12.2019 - Current
Claims Adjuster & Investigator
State Farm
12.2018 - 12.2020
BFA - Marketing & Creative Writing
Full Sail University