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Sarah Lamp
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic Senior Research Analyst with over four years of expertise in open-source intelligence, media analysis, and corporate due diligence, adept at supporting C-suite executives, legal teams, and PR stakeholders. Proven ability to synthesize high-volume, multilingual data into actionable insights while maintaining strict confidentiality. Robust background in government and legal research, complemented by strong public-facing communication skills. Recognized for leveraging AI-accelerated research methodologies to enhance executive-level decision-making for high-value corporate clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Research Analyst
The Camstoll Group LLC.
Los Angeles, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Produce daily internal news briefing sent directly to senior partners and clients
- Monitor content from 100+ global media sources on a daily basis across 4+ social media platforms and international news outlets
- Conduct comprehensive open source due diligence on entities and individuals to support highly confidential M&A activity, litigation strategy, and crisis communications
- Track, analyze, and forecast social media-driven narratives, identifying emerging reputational and geopolitical risks
- Leverage AI research agents to accelerate multilingual research (Arabic, Mandarin, Russian, Indonesian), improving turnaround time and accuracy
- Author detailed written intelligence reports tailored for executive, legal, and PR audiences
- Designed and delivered internal research training modules, improving onboarding efficiency and analytical consistency
- Selected by senior leadership to receive company's Apeiron Award for outstanding contributions in 2023
Research Analyst
The Camstoll Group LLC.
Los Angeles, CA
04.2021 - 01.2024
Court Judicial Assistant
San Luis Obispo Superior Court
San Luis Obispo, CA
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Prepared 15+ case summaries daily, synthesizing complex and sensitive legal filings into concise reports
- Designed and launched a structured intern training program, including a multi-page procedural guide
Research Assistant
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Collected and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data on 200+ intermediate appellate state judges
- Built and maintained a 50-page Excel database, supporting long-term academic research
Director of Social Media
Cal Poly Racing
San Luis Obispo, CA
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Led digital strategy and daily content production for 8,000+ followers across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn
- Coordinated sponsored campaigns with industry partners including Clif Bar
- Managed all external communications and brand representation for the organization
Congressional Intern
US House of Representatives
San Luis Obispo, CA
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Assisted staff of Rep. Salud Carbajal
- Supported constituent services, legislative research, and briefing preparation
- Gained exposure to federal policy development and congressional operations
Congressional Intern
US House of Representatives
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted staff of Rep. Kevin McCarthy
- Supported constituent services, legislative research, and briefing preparation
- Gained exposure to federal policy development and congressional operations
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science (War Studies), Minor in German
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo, CA12-2020
High School Diploma -
Santa Catalina School
12-2017
Skills
- Open Source Intelligence
- Corporate & Legal Due Diligence
- Media Monitoring
- Social Media Research
- Narrative Analysis
- Risk Analysis
- Research Automation
- Advanced Writing Skills
- AI Tools
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Public Speaking & Stakeholder Briefings
- Digital Media Strategy
- Microsoft Office
- Brand strategy
- Trend forecasting
Interests
Timeline
Senior Research Analyst
The Camstoll Group LLC.
01.2024 - Current
Research Analyst
The Camstoll Group LLC.
04.2021 - 01.2024
Court Judicial Assistant
San Luis Obispo Superior Court
06.2020 - 12.2020
Research Assistant
California Polytechnic State University
01.2020 - 08.2020
Congressional Intern
US House of Representatives
01.2020 - 03.2020
Congressional Intern
US House of Representatives
07.2019 - 08.2019
Director of Social Media
Cal Poly Racing
10.2018 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science (War Studies), Minor in German
California Polytechnic State University
High School Diploma -
Santa Catalina School