David Middleton

Experience

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  America Needs You

  Oct 2018 - Jun 2020

  Fellow

  *Participated in the America Needs You Program, where I gained valuable professional development skills and networking opportunities. Engaged in intensive workshops and mentorship sessions that enhanced my career readiness and leadership abilities. Collaborated with peers and industry professionals to build a strong foundation for future success.

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  CUNY Accelerated Studies in Associate Programs

  Jan 2019 - Feb 2020

  Peer Mentor

  *Facilitated workshops that enhanced students' academic skills and personal development, contributing to a more engaged and well-prepared student body.*Guided students through academic planning, course registration, and administrative issues, resulting in smoother academic journeys and higher student satisfaction.*Provided consistent social and personal support by meeting with students to discuss academic or personal matters, fostering a supportive community and improving overall student well-being. Show less

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  B-Bullard llc

  Oct 2019 - Mar 2020

  Videographer

  *Captured high-quality b-roll footage outdoors, contributing essential visual elements to a documentary project, significantly enhancing the film's storytelling and visual appeal.*Executed precise and creative filming techniques to obtain diverse and dynamic shots, resulting in a richer and more engaging documentary narrative.*Collaborated with the production team to identify key scenes for b-roll, ensuring seamless integration with the main footage and elevating the overall production value of the documentary.http://www.b-bullard.com Show less

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  Borough of Manhattan Community College

  Jan 2020 - Jun 2020

  College Assistant/Peer Mentor

  *Guided mentees in developing essential academic skills, resulting in improved study habits and higher GPA scores, significantly increasing their likelihood of degree completion.*Inspired mentees by sharing personal experiences, leading to enhanced engagement and persistence in their academic pursuits, contributing to a supportive learning environment.*Educated mentees about available campus resources, facilitating their access to support services, which boosted their confidence and self-sufficiency in navigating college life. Show less

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  MediaMKRS

  Jun 2020 - Dec 2021

  Career Exploration Participant

  *As a Career Exploration Participant at MediaMKRS, I developed essential work readiness skills and earned industry-recognized badges. This experience equipped me with a solid foundation in media industry practices, enhancing my ability to contribute effectively in professional environments. I'm passionate about leveraging these skills to drive innovation and success in future roles.

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  Pryor Hill Productions

  Sept 2020 - Dec 2020

  Creative Development

  *Engineered comprehensive script coverage and provided insightful notes on potential feature films, enhancing the team's understanding of market trends and improving future project selections.*Orchestrated a compelling commercial script that contributed to the development pipeline, showcasing my ability to create engaging content that aligns with client needs and industry standards. *Pioneered targeted research and sent out cold emails to production companies, successfully establishing potential partnerships that expanded networking opportunities and increased the company's visibility in the industry Show less

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  The Queens Podcast Lab

  Feb 2021 - May 2021

  Content Developer

  *Produced engaging content for podcast episodes and expertly edited audio in Audacity, resulting in high-quality episodes that enhanced listener engagement and increased audience retention.*Developed tutorial videos about Audacity for YouTube, equipping incoming interns with essential skills and streamlining the onboarding process, which fostered a more efficient and knowledgeable team.*Refined various audio files using both Audacity and Zencastr, delivering polished audio pieces that improved the overall production quality and elevated the podcast's professional standards. Show less

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  Wille B. Productions LLC

  Jul 2021 - Nov 2021

  Production Assistant

  Coordinated event schedules using Google Calendar, streamlining team workflows and enhancing overall project efficiency.Scouted potential filming locations for a documentary, contributing to the visual storytelling and ensuring the project’s alignment with creative vision.Researched diverse talent across various states, enriching the casting process and broadening the documentary's appeal and authenticity.

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  FilmNation Entertainment

  Aug 2021 - Jan 2022

  General/Production Intern

  *Evaluated weekly screenplays and composed detailed script coverage, leading to informed decision-making on potential productions, significantly enhancing the quality of projects considered by the team.*Presented script coverage analyses to hundreds of team members during Zoom meetings, providing clear verdicts on screenplay viability, which streamlined the production selection process and ensured alignment with company standards.*Developed a comprehensive diversity audit presentation, proposing actionable strategies for increasing company diversity, which fostered a more inclusive workplace and contributed to FilmNation Entertainment's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Show less

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  Brooklyn College

  Oct 2022 - Oct 2023

  Radio Producer

  *Conceptualized engaging weekly topics for the radio show, resulting in dynamic and relevant content that significantly boosted audience interest and listener ratings.*Researched and secured high-profile guests for interviews, enhancing the show's credibility and providing listeners with valuable insights.*Engineered the show's logo, establishing a recognizable brand identity that contributed to a cohesive and professional image, ultimately increasing the show's marketability and appeal. Show less

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  Firelight Media & Firelight Films

  Jun 2023 - Dec 2023

  Production Intern

  *Elevated the accuracy of documentary transcripts by meticulously reviewing each word, resulting in high-quality content that enhanced the credibility of final productions and contributed to the overall success of Firelight Films' projects.*Accelerated the transcription of interviews and the provision of archival footage to the FileMaker database, optimizing workflow for documentary projects and facilitating quicker access to essential materials for the production team.*Empowered incoming interns by guiding them in navigating the FileMaker database, fostering a collaborative environment and improving team efficiency, which ultimately enhanced the onboarding process for new staff members at Firelight Films. Show less

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  COOP

  Aug 2024 - now

  Financial Services Fellow

  *As a Financial Services Fellow at COOP Careers, I am expanding my expertise in data analysis and financial tools. I am currently enhancing my skills in Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP, while also learning Python, SQL, and Tableau. This experience is preparing me to effectively analyze data and drive insights within the financial services sector. I am eager to apply these skills to contribute to innovative solutions in my future career.