Amanda Haley (Mandi) Maxwell

Experience

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  Self-employed

  Jan 2002 - now

  Film Industry

  Professional Roles: Screenwriter, Story Editor, Script Consultant, Workshop Instructor, Producer, Director, Union Actor, Stand-In, Photo Double• Write feature film screenplays for production companies and independent producers. Enhance the overall quality and coherence of film and television screenplays as a story editor. Provide script coverage to screenwriters, offering actionable, empathetic feedback for script improvement. Write and design persuasive pitch decks and pitch scripts to producers, contributing to project development and funding opportunities.• Created and instructed writing workshops and intensives through educational platform Script & Story, fostering knowledge, inspiration, and creativity to students• Planned and executed an in-person fundraiser event, which resulted in a nearly sold-out venue and meeting the fundraising goal• Performed in film, television, theatre, and musical theatre productions as an ACTRA/CAEA member• Successfully produced and directed acclaimed short films showcased at global film festivals. Oversaw all aspects of film production, including scheduling, budgeting, location management, permits, casting, crew recruitment, creative responsibilities, and leading the production with human-first empathy.• Spearheaded comprehensive marketing and communication efforts for each self-produced project Show less

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  Celebrations/Jubilations Dinner Theatre

  Sept 2009 - Feb 2017

  Actor/Character Server/Administrative Assistant

  • Performed in six musical theatre productions as a key cast member, each contract extending over nine-months• Between show contracts, served food and beverages as an additional cast member while maintaining in-character improvisation• Provided vital support in the box office, contributing to customer service, meticulous data entry, cold calling, and an array of administrative duties

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  Secret City Adventures

  Apr 2018 - Jan 2022

  Game Master

  • Effectively communicated house and game rules, acted in escape games, and provided immersive character-based hints, enhancing the player's experience• Swiftly and meticulously reset game rooms to prepare for the next group of players• Trained new team members to ensure they were well-prepared to host and facilitate escape games

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  VoiceSpot

  Jun 2018 - Feb 2019

  Marketing Manager

  • Formulated and executed creative marketing strategies, encompassing online/offline channels• Created visually compelling marketing materials such as posters, handbills, and advertisements• Orchestrated social media campaigns, meticulously analyzing performance metrics to refine strategies and enhance engagement. Swiftly responded to customer inquiries, strengthening customer relations.• Captured promotional photographs using DSLR cameras and iPhones at various events to bolster the company's visual content library and further its marketing initiatives Show less

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  Script & Story

  Dec 2020 - Aug 2023

  Founder/Instructor/Script Consultant/Director of Operations

  • Developed and taught online screenwriting and storytelling courses, including Writing Through Play, a one-of-a-kind intensive• Provided detailed, empathetic script coverage to screenwriters and storytellers, offering actionable feedback to help enhance and refine their narratives• Managed all aspects of business operations, including marketing, communications, graphic and web design, web development/management, administration, customer service, data entry, budgeting, LMS management, and event planning. Produced Zoom meetings and webinars and oversaw social media strategy. Show less

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  Freelance

  Jan 2022 - Jan 2023

  Virtual Assistant

  Delivered extensive virtual support encompassing administrative assistance, technical assistance, and creative design. Proficiently managed customer service, scheduling, data entry, graphic design, website development, and copywriting. Coordinated social media activities, and organized virtual events, such as Zoom webinars.

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  Prairie Badminton

  Jan 2022 - Jan 2024

  Receptionist/Marketing & Communications Assistant

  • Provided personable customer service at the front desk, operated cash register, oversaw court scheduling, efficiently stocked merchandise, and meticulously strung rackets• Designed eye-catching advertisements and created engaging promotional videos for social media platforms. Achieved a 461.1% increase in social media and website engagement through strategic content creation, resulting in maximum tournament registrations and a 27% increase in product sales.