Thomas Arens
Hagerstown,MD
Summary
Dynamic multimedia creator with a proven track record in video and photo production, achieving over 1.4M annual reach. Experienced in strategic communication, content strategy, and cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & Host
Fishing the DMV Podcast, LLC
01.2022 - Current
- Produce and edit high-quality videos and photographs for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and live events.
- Capture interviews with subject matter experts, 'B-roll' event footage, and community storytelling for distribution across multiple platforms.
- Built the show into the #1 downloaded outdoor podcast in the Mid-Atlantic, producing 400+ episodes and 600+ hours of multimedia content.
- Create 500+ posts per year, averaging 300K+ monthly views and reaching over 1.4M people annually.
- Deliver headshots, promotional graphics, and event coverage photography to support community and sponsor engagement.
- Maintain an internal catalog of video/photo assets for ongoing use across briefs, social content, and media packages.
- Manage content scheduling, audience engagement, and analytics reporting to optimize reach.
- Collaborate with government officials, scientists, and professional anglers to produce mission-driven stories and conservation coverage.
Business Analyst (Staff Technologist / Senior Consultant)
Booz Allen Hamilton
Washington, DC
10.2023 - 06.2025
- Supported government clients with strategic communication deliverables, content development, and clear reporting.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to transform complex information into accessible updates, visuals, and media.
- Leveraged storytelling techniques to ensure client messaging was both accurate and engaging.
Technical Requirements Analyst
Booz Allen Hamilton
Washington, DC
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Facilitated strategic communication deliverables for government clients through effective content development and reporting.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to convert complex information into user-friendly updates, visuals, and media.
- Applied storytelling techniques to enhance accuracy and engagement of client messaging.
Digital Marketing Analyst Intern
Jake's Bait & Tackle
Winchester, VA
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Captured event photography and video to highlight local conservation and community initiatives.
- Designed and executed social media campaigns, growing web traffic from 220 to 13,000+ monthly visits.
- Produced short-form video and podcast content spotlighting guest interviews and special events.
- Applied SEO and social strategy to expand brand visibility and community impact.
Education
MBA -
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA06-2015
Skills
- Video and photo production
- SEO optimization
- Content strategy
- Strategic communication
- Multimedia storytelling
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Problem solving
- Business development
- Business planning
- Filming and editing
- Event photography
- Editing software expertise
- Adobe Premiere Pro and CapCut
- Content strategy development
- Social media management
- TikTok and Instagram Reels
- YouTube Shorts and Facebook
- Storytelling and journalism
- Interviewing techniques
- Scripting and article writing
- Community coverage skills
- Multimedia communications
- Live hosting capabilities
- Digital asset management
- Microsoft PowerPoint proficiency
- Briefing support skills
- Technical analysis and support
- Analytical skills for SEO
- Data analytics expertise
- Newsletter Strategies
- Trend analysis
- Data entry
- Multitasking Abilities
- AI Prompting
- Analytical thinking
Certification
- Certified Scrum Professional ScrumMaster (CSP-SM)
- SAFe 6.0 Product Owner / Product Manager
- Adobe Premiere Pro & CapCut (Advanced)
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Multimedia Production, Film, Communications, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in video production, photography, and multimedia support, preferably in a government or military setting.
- Strong skills in video/photo editing, content creation, and social media management.
Leadership Volunteering
- Founder - Shenandoah University Bass Fishing Club
- Advisory Board - MBA Program, Shenandoah University
- Seminar Facilitator - Jake's Bait & Tackle
Accomplishments
• Certified Scrum Professional ScrumMaster (CSP-SM)
• SAFe 6.0 Product Owner / Product Manager
Timeline
Business Analyst (Staff Technologist / Senior Consultant)
Booz Allen Hamilton
10.2023 - 06.2025
Technical Requirements Analyst
Booz Allen Hamilton
07.2022 - 10.2023
Founder & Host
Fishing the DMV Podcast, LLC
01.2022 - Current
Digital Marketing Analyst Intern
Jake's Bait & Tackle
09.2021 - 09.2022
MBA -
Shenandoah University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Shenandoah University
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