Mia I.

Experience

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  Self Employed

  Aug 2017 - Dec 2019

  Independent Photographer

  • Provided a tailored pricing guide and packaged services to potential customers• Research and pitched poses, props, and drafted photo-book structure up to 24 hours prior to shoot• Provided a photo-book draft to show the customer a preview of the finished product within a week• Edited and color corrected between 100-300 images using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom• Designed 7-10 page photo-books based on package size and occasion• Ordered print packages through Printique and organized digital purchases through USBs Show less

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  Media Arts Center San Diego

  May 2018 - Jul 2018

  Video Production Intern

  • Researched video content and structured production plan within a 2-week period• Shot, produced, and edited a documentary short with a crew of 6• Scheduled interviews, locations and b-roll footage within the first week of production• Edited 6-minute video using Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Audition

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  University of Southern California

  Aug 2019 - Jan 2020

  Projectionist

  • Delivered and returned media content (Compact Discs - CDs, Digital Cinema Package - DCPs) from Cinematic Arts Library to assigned classrooms and ensured proper feature value• Applied knowledge of projection media to solve any technical issues on Mac and Windows computers• Ensured guest speaker's comfort and provided audio coverage (microphones, USB content, etc.)• Adapted to changing professor's schedules and class formats

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  Daily Trojan

  Jan 2020 - Dec 2020

  • Attended and photographed film screenings biweekly, shooting an average of 30+ RAW image files• Edited (Color correction, lighting) and uploaded images to Google Drive within 24 hours • Created designs on Canva and Adobe InDesign based on copy for print edition on a weekly basis• Updated monthly banners and graphics for print edition of the newspaper • Designed data visualizations for the Latinx Heritage Month Special Issue based on demographic data

  • Photographer

    Jan 2020 - Dec 2020

  • Graphic Designer

    Jan 2020 - Dec 2020
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  Ronald McDonald House Charities

  Jan 2021 - Sept 2021

  Communications Intern

  • Provided high-level copy editing for legal documents, website, and external communications• Designed over 5 original billboards, 3 transit shelter ads, and 5+ digital advertisements created on Google Web Designer in English and Spanish• Drafted copy for monthly promotional materials including product descriptions for 100+ prizes• Consulted in collaboration with a professional translator to approve the inaugural Spanish language marketing campaign including a locally aired commercial and radio segment• Assisted direction and prepared set on-site for the commercial advertisement shoot with 5+ on-screen talents and up to 10 crew members Show less

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  Annenberg Inclusion Initiative

  Jan 2021 - May 2021

  Research Assistant

  • Quantified demographic and contextual data of 200+ speaking / named characters in film or TV series• Logged 10+ hours of data collection weekly, averaged over 3 new assignments to unitize per week• Designed an original unitizing approach to content research presented in a 10+ page research paper submitted to The Annenberg Inclusion Initiative board

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  The MY HERO Project

  May 2021 - Jun 2022

  Media Technician

  • Invited 200+ original short films to participate and attend the 2021 MYHERO International Festival via targeted Gmail and Instagram messages to filmmakers and producers• Downloaded and tagged 100+ submissions from FilmFreeway to MYHERO.com’s proprietary website• Conducted donor outreach via Outlook and developed a sponsorship campaign deck for NVIDIA• Created up to 5 Canva graphics, and an IG Reel weekly to promote finalist films through Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook

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  FIDM

  Mar 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Partnered with Recruiting, HR, and Early Career departments to coordinate monthly virtual/in-person networking events with FIDM students both on-campus and virtually, via Zoom• Oversaw Career Center biweekly events, including on-campus recruitment, orientation, and informational sessions with retailers featuring Ralph Lauren, UNIQLO, Victoria’s Secret, URBN (Urban Outfitters, Free People), GUESS Inc., and more• Coached up to 5 students and alumni daily in career advising appointments averaging 30 minutes and covering: ATS-formatted and industry-approved resumes, digital portfolios, & cover letter reviews• Animated 5-7 minute promotional videos using Adobe After Effects for collaborations with K+K Clothing, LLC. and Candiani Denim showcasing student work Show less • Managed 20+ daily email and phone inquiries between students, alumni, employers, and Career Center• Scheduled 5-15 students, alumni, and employers to the appropriate Career Coach or Director per day• Delivered Microsoft Excel and Word files for internship forms, curricula, and admin materials to faculty• Designed original Canva graphics (Digital flyers, Eventbrite banners) for biweekly internal and external FIDM-hosted events posted on Symplicity, Canvas, and streamed on campus television• Edited video and photo content using Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects for the promotion of the Career Center, IMPD Program, The Business of Denim Program, and FIDM Special Projects Show less

  • Instructor: Professional Skills, International Manufacturing & Product Development

    Jan 2023 - Jun 2023

  • Employment Services Coordinator

    Jul 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Administrative Assistant

    Mar 2022 - Jul 2022
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  Folding Chair Productions

  Mar 2022 - Jun 2022

  Book Coverage

  • Read and analyzed published and unpublished books and graphic novels of up to 400-pages• Delivered up to 5 pages of book coverage, logline, summary, and analysis via Google Docs with a 48-hour turnaround

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  Pepperdine University

  Jul 2023 - now

  Career Advisor: Communication, Arts, & Entertainment

  • Train and develop diverse candidates with 0 to 10+ years of experience in interview skills, networking, & strategic job searching for entry-level, internship, full-time job, and graduate school applications• Collaborate with faculty to promote on-campus events and prepare students for academic internships• Outreach to employers including Paramount, Wix, and WME to for on-campus networking, skills-based workshops, and DEI panels• Schedule weekly emails to 1.7k+ current students with 5+ targeted internships, apprenticeships, information sessions, educational resources, and industry updates• Present Career Center resources to 900+ incoming undergraduate students including Job Shadow Programs and Career Treks in-person during orientation• Assess learning needs of Communication & Fine Arts division majors to develop an original Digital Portfolio workshop & template• Organize learning materials and external resources to publish Digital Portfolio site on university careers page for 3.6k+ students• Mentor student employees to set & meet annual professional development goals based on NACE Career Competency standards• Engage directly with and track attendance of over 500+ students attendees at Career Fairs, workshops and monthly alumni events• Conduct outreach and engage with alumni via LinkedIn to identify and schedule guests & panelists for on-campus or Zoom events• Produce internal communication graphics on Canva + Handshake & target content for faculty, staff, student, & alumni audiences Show less

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  Arts for LA

  Jan 2024 - May 2024

  ACTIVATE Delegate

  Impact: Successfully increased flagship Organizational Grant Program (OGP) by $1.15M and received full Board support in funding the expansion of The Arts, Media, & Entertainment - High Road Training Partnership.• Advocated directly to LA County 5th District Supervisor to double the funding for the Organizational Grant Program (OGP) from from $4.5M to $9M which translates into job opportunities for artists and arts administrators• Commited to a 4-month course equipping participants with advocacy and community organizing skills • Met with 5 delegates monthly to plan for 35-45 minute advocacy pitch meeting with a legislator addressing a policy item and providing a personal testimony to the issue Show less