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Ashanti Soldier

Ashanti Soldier

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Marketing & Communication Specialist II

  • Education

    • Kenwood Academy High School

      2009 - 2011
      High School Diploma

    • University of Minnesota

      2023 - 2024
      UX/UI Design Certificate Information Technology

    • Carleton College

      2011 - 2015
      Bachelor of Science (BS) Cinema & Media Studies

      Cinema & Media Studies (CAMS) combines the critical study of moving image and sound media with digital video and audio production. Courses range from global and Hollywood film studies to narrative and documentary filmmaking, animation, television studio production and genre studies, moving image media installations, and writing for film and television. The integration of theory and practice is a guiding principle in the formulation of the curriculum, reflecting a liberal arts philosophy in… Show more Cinema & Media Studies (CAMS) combines the critical study of moving image and sound media with digital video and audio production. Courses range from global and Hollywood film studies to narrative and documentary filmmaking, animation, television studio production and genre studies, moving image media installations, and writing for film and television. The integration of theory and practice is a guiding principle in the formulation of the curriculum, reflecting a liberal arts philosophy in which theory and practice are mutually informing. Show less

  • Experience

    • True Star Media & Foundation

      Nov 2009 - Feb 2011
      Senior Producer

      True Star Media empowers underserved youth to forge their own paths by providing jobs, training, and real world work experiences that teaches them to create, develop, and market digital content on platforms that celebrate their perspectives and identity.

    • Dream Chasers

      Dec 2012 - Jun 2013
      Media Manager

      Dream Chasers empowers talented and tenacious young professionals.

    • Carleton College

      Sept 2013 - Jun 2014
      CAMS Office Production Assistant

      Cinema & Media Studies (CAMS) combines the critical study of moving image and sound media with digital video and audio production. Courses range from global and Hollywood film studies to narrative and documentary filmmaking, animation, television studio production and genre studies, moving image media installations, and writing for film and television. The integration of theory and practice is a guiding principle in the formulation of the curriculum, reflecting a liberal arts philosophy in which theory and practice are mutually informing. Show less

    • Walt Disney Animation Studios

      Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
      Production Management Intern

      At Walt Disney Animation Studios, artists and technologists work together to advance the art and science of animation. Inspired by our legacy, we look ahead to discover new styles, tools, and techniques that will shape the future of animated storytelling.

    • Thomas J. Watson Fellowship

      Mar 2015 - Mar 2016
      Research Fellow

      The Thomas J. Wat­son Fel­low­ship is a one-year grant for pur­pose­ful, inde­pen­dent explo­ration out­side the Unit­ed States, award­ed to grad­u­at­ing seniors nom­i­nat­ed by one of 41 part­ner insti­tu­tions.

    • The Posse Foundation

      Jun 2015 - now
      Writing Coach

      The Posse Foundation identifies, recruits and trains individuals with extraordinary leadership potential. Posse Scholars receive full-tuition leadership scholarships from Posse’s partner colleges and universities.

    • Warner Bros. Entertainment

      Jan 2018 - Dec 2018
      Set Production Assistant

      Warner Bros. partners with the world’s most inspiring storytellers to create extraordinary entertainment.

    • Fremantle US

      Jan 2019 - Jan 2020
      Creative Associate, Alternative Programming

      Fremantle is a world leader in creating, producing and distributing content across Entertainment & Formats, Drama & Film and Documentaries; currently operating in 27 territories across the world.

    • ChamberQUEER

      Jan 2020 - Nov 2022
      Creative Director

      ChamberQUEER presents performing queer artists, highlighting historically underrepresented queer figures in classical music, and providing an intersectionally inclusive space within classical music for artists

    • Midwest Sound Dj Entertainment And Uplifting

      Apr 2022 - Jun 2023
      Disk Jockey

      For over 45 years, Midwest Sound has been the #1 choice for wedding entertainment in Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.

    • Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church

      Nov 2022 - Apr 2023
      Associate Marketing and Communications Specialist

      HAUMC is an intergenerational worshiping community that journeys with open hearts to feel, open minds to learn, and a passion to serve.

    • AAA

      Nov 2022 - Jan 2024
      Emergency Road Service Representative II

      AAA provides reliable Emergency Road Service and other travel services while advocating for traffic and pedestrian safety programs.

    • University of Minnesota

      Jan 2024 - now
      Marketing & Communication Specialist II

      Department of Family Medicine and Community Health

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Ashanti Soldier
      Thomas J Watson Fellow - Mar 2015 The Fellowship is a one-year grant for purposeful, independent cross-cultural music study outside the United States.
    • Awarded to Ashanti Soldier
      Larson International Fellowship Carleton College Mar 2014 The Larson International Fellowship was established in 1986 by grants to Carleton from Robert '56, John '60, and David Larson '63 in memory of their parents, Frances W. and Eugene Larson. Both Frances and Eugene had a deep interest in Carleton and were champions of international understanding and involvement. Awarded annually, Larson International Fellowships provide a significant international experience for students with strong leadership potential.
    • Awarded to Ashanti Soldier
      Multicultural Alumni Network Scholarship Carleton College Mar 2013 This initiative is intended to support internships, research experiences, or other field-based opportunities of eligible applicants in fields that offer no compensation or compensation lower than the pro-rated equivalent of entry-level salary. The intent is to award successful applicants with supplemental grants sufficient to cover expenses and, to the extent possible, lost earnings necessary for any required portion of tuition and other costs needed to attend Carleton the coming academic year. Show more This initiative is intended to support internships, research experiences, or other field-based opportunities of eligible applicants in fields that offer no compensation or compensation lower than the pro-rated equivalent of entry-level salary. The intent is to award successful applicants with supplemental grants sufficient to cover expenses and, to the extent possible, lost earnings necessary for any required portion of tuition and other costs needed to attend Carleton the coming academic year. Show less
    • Awarded to Ashanti Soldier
      Posse Foundation Full-Tuition Leadership Scholarship The Posse Foundation Dec 2011 The Posse Foundation has identified, recruited and trained 4,884 public high school students with extraordinary academic and leadership potential to become Posse Scholars. Since 1989, these students—many of whom might have been overlooked by traditional college selection processes—have been receiving four-year, full-tuition leadership scholarships from Posse’s partner institutions of higher education.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Farmer's apprentice

      Issued by Hellgate Farm on Jun 2013
      Hellgate FarmAssociated with Ashanti Soldier