Scott D. Goldstein
Summary
Versatile professional with a proven track record in financial management and strategic planning, notably at AAGF Charitable Trust.
Demonstrated ability to enhance financial portfolios and lead diverse projects, fostering growth and achieving philanthropic goals.
Excel in team collaboration and innovative problem-solving.
Skilled in charitable trust management and landscape design.
Numerous music skills.
Overview
53
53
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nonprofit Finance Manager
AAGF Charitable Trust
New York, NY
01.2014 - Current
- Developing and implementing financial policies and procedures
- Managed investments to diversify financial portfolios and grow revenue.
- Managing the organization's cash flow.
- Providing guidance on investment strategies
- Managing the organization's investment portfolio
- Provide direction toward philanthropic goals
- Contributions include medical, youth playground improvements, education, wildlife and environmental conservation.
Family Wealth Management
Self
Los Angeles, CA
01.2014 - Current
- Increased assets under management through proactive prospecting efforts.
- Regular reviews, identifying areas for improvement.
- Executed trades efficiently with precision, minimizing errors and maximizing returns.
- Investment Management : diversification, asset allocation, and active portfolio management.
Owner
Samson Management
New York, NY; Los Angeles, CA
01.2012 - Current
- Managing financial aspects of the business
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement and collaboration
- Diversified revenue streams by exploring new areas of investment.
- Managed week-to week business and financial operations.
Community Service Specialist
City of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
05.2008 - 03.2022
- Communicated professionally with individuals from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
- Drafted timetables and work programs.
- Prepared weekly written and oral reports about community service programs.
- Worked closely with organizations, individual businesses and government agencies to foster welcoming climate for business.
Tree Canopy Chair, WS Canopy
Windsor Square Association
L.A., CA
10.1998 - 01.2023
- Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, fertilization, and mulching.
- Cultivated and replanted trees and plants to maintain landscaping areas.
- Designed and installed custom landscape features to meet aesthetic preferences.
- Educated stakeholders on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate plants based on climate conditions, soil types.
- Researched and identified appropriate plants and materials for landscaping projects.
- Collaborated with designers, engineers, and construction teams.
- Coordinated with subcontractors such as electricians or plumbers when necessary to complete complex installations seamlessly.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
West Coast Editor
Rago Arts
Lambertville, NJ
01.1990 - 04.2012
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Conducted fact-checking to ensure accuracy of published information.
- Contributed original articles, showcasing versatility as a writer and editor.
- Directed and edited photography shoots.
Historic House Restoration
SDG Restoration
Los Angeles, CA
03.1987 - Current
- Collaborated with historians, contractors, on projects.
- Provided support for museums and galleries.
- Contributed to the publication of quarterly journal, showcasing expertise in chosen subject matter.
- Conducted historical research as basis for identification, conservation and reconstruction of historic places and materials.
Film Writer/Director/Producer
Spirit Productions
Los Angeles, CA
01.1986 - 10.2008
- Managed unforeseen challenges during production, implementing creative solutions that allowed projects to continue without compromising artistic vision.
- Oversaw post-production editing, special effects, music selection and performance's overall tone.
- Oversaw post-production process, collaborating with editors to shape the final cut of each film.
- Collaborated with composers to decide on musical scores and select music for final film.
- Collaborated with writers, refining scripts to ensure compelling storylines.
- Motivated actors to produce best performances.
- Reviewed all daily work with producers and talent.
- Interpreted scripts to understand overall story and narrative style.
- Selected talented cast members through extensive audition processes,
- Established a unique visual style for each project by working closely with cinematographers and production designers.
- Ensured high-quality sound design by partnering with audio engineers throughout the filmmaking process.
- Conducted rehearsals with actors to refine performances and enhance character development.
- Wrote scripts by creating stories and dialogue for films to establish plots and characters.
- Utilized lighting, camera angles and movement to create visual styles of films.
- Used dialogue, sound effects and music to create soundscapes for films.
- Completed editing by cutting and arranging footage to create final versions of films.
Therapist
Primal Institute
NYC, NY
09.1979 - 07.1986
- Built strong rapport with patients fostering trust and open communication.
- Established clear boundaries with patients ethical practice standards.
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients.
- Counseled individuals and groups to bring awareness of challenges.
- Counseled individuals and groups help understand problems,
- Collaborated with colleagues to review patient progress.
Theatre Director
Property Productions
NYC, NY
06.1978 - 03.1983
- Oversaw casting processes, creating a balanced ensemble dynamic on stage.
- Empowered cast members to explore their creative instincts through guided improvisation exercises during rehearsals.
- Established strong connections with playwrights.
- Mentored aspiring actors and provided constructive feedback.
- Oversaw lighting, graphics and audio.
- Reviewed scripts and made changes to improve wording, flow and character arcs.
- Directed work of lighting and sound crews to coordinate efficient production operations.
- Alleviated issues between actors on set to keep projects on track.
Music Composer & Pianist
Self
New York, NY; Los Angeles, CA; Boston MA
01.1973 - Current
- Worked in post-production, editing and mixing audio.
- Enhanced film scores by composing original music, collaborating with composers and producers.
- Performed at public and private events.
- Practiced selected music to accompany chamber music.
- Wrote and recorded piano solos for film.
- Provided accompaniment services for singers and instrumentalists.
- Composed and arranged music and recorded music in studios for film, or television.
Music Teacher
Joel Rosen Association
Ardsley, NY
02.1973 - 04.1980
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, composition, and chords.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians, promoting open communication and collaboration for student success.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
- Provided individualized instruction to provide students with equal learning opportunities.
- Mentored struggling students with individualized approach to enhance learning.
Education
Composer in Residence - Composition And Performance
State University of NY, Purchase
Purchase, NY05.1977
Transferred - Music Composition
Mannes College of Music
NYC05.1975
Summer Prgram - Piano Studies
New England Conservatory of Music
Boston, MA07.1972
Skills
- Financial Management
- Strategic Planning
- Numerous Music Skills
- Charitable Trust management
- Landscape Design & Management
- Construction Restoration
Languages
Italian
Limited Working
French
Elementary
German
Elementary
Certification
Certified VPN. Certified pizza is a pizza that meets the standards of the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (AVPN), a non-profit organization that promotes and protects the authentic Neapolitan pizza
Timeline
Nonprofit Finance Manager
AAGF Charitable Trust
01.2014 - Current
Family Wealth Management
Self
01.2014 - Current
Owner
Samson Management
01.2012 - Current
Community Service Specialist
City of Los Angeles
05.2008 - 03.2022
Tree Canopy Chair, WS Canopy
Windsor Square Association
10.1998 - 01.2023
West Coast Editor
Rago Arts
01.1990 - 04.2012
Historic House Restoration
SDG Restoration
03.1987 - Current
Film Writer/Director/Producer
Spirit Productions
01.1986 - 10.2008
Therapist
Primal Institute
09.1979 - 07.1986
Theatre Director
Property Productions
06.1978 - 03.1983
Music Teacher
Joel Rosen Association
02.1973 - 04.1980
Music Composer & Pianist
Self
01.1973 - Current
Composer in Residence - Composition And Performance
State University of NY, Purchase
Transferred - Music Composition
Mannes College of Music
Summer Prgram - Piano Studies
New England Conservatory of Music