Will McCaffrey

Experience

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  HBO

  Mar 2013 - Mar 2015

  Production Assistant

  Worked as a Production Assistant for companies including HBO, NBC, Universal, and Hulu Shows, interviews, and movies included Silicon Valley, True Blood, The Newsroom, Man of Steel, and Unbroken

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  CBS Television Studios

  Aug 2014 - Apr 2017

  Assistant to Producers - CBS' The Talk

  Created a streamlined digital show binder for six seasons, boosting information response by over 75% with clearance and legal teamsSkillfully negotiated contracts for office supplies, resulting in annual savings of approximately $10,000Spearheaded a green initiative that cut costs by approximately $25,000 yearly, promoting reduced printing and single-use plastic among full-time staffOrchestrated schedules for two logistics and budget oversight executives

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  Render Media

  Apr 2017 - Dec 2017

  Creative Producer

  Managed the creation of over 80 videos per month by streamlining the creative processGrew video views by 12x, engagements by 9x, and shares by 17x according to Google analytics by implementing a video formatting guide for the writing and editing departmentsDirected weekly newscasts garnering a weekly average of over 1 million views with a crew of seven peopleStayed under budget by approximately $65,000 by working cross-functionally with multiple departmentsNegotiated crew contracts with a focus on ensuring equitable pay and excellent working conditions Show less

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  Warner Bros. Entertainment

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  Coordinated $500,000 of nationwide field shoots across 10 cities, leveraging local relationships and talent connectionsOrganized 200+ legal releases efficiently using DocuSignLogged 60+ hours of filming with timecoded notes, reducing post-production time by 95%Gained Avid proficiency through daily lessons with assistant editorsEnhanced post-production efficiency by categorizing key moments, saving over $50,000 in editor work hoursStreamlined clearance processes, collaborating cross-functionally with Fox legal and clearance teams Show less

  • Segment Producer - CBS’ Million Dollar Mile

    Sept 2018 - Jan 2019

  • Post Associate Producer - NBC's Ellen's Game of Games

    Jul 2018 - Aug 2018

  • Associate Producer - ABC's The Proposal

    Mar 2018 - Aug 2018

  • Associate Producer - FOX' Love Connection

    Jan 2018 - Mar 2018
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  Disney ABC Television Group

  Jan 2019 - Jul 2019

  Segment Producer - Disney+ Encore

  Negotiated free/reduced-cost filming with 200+ locations, saving over $30,000Coordinated 40+ cast packages across 12 cities, collaborating with local businessesManaged creative and legal documentation for all episodesBridged artistic discussions between theatrical and TV production teams using theater backgroundProvided detailed notes to guide the creative direction of the final episodes

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  MGM

  Jul 2019 - Feb 2020

  Segment Producer - Amazon's Eco-Challenge

  Led 15 cross-functional teams from concept to delivery, ensuring creative alignmentManaged 100+ interviews across a 12-day, 400+ mile multi-island raceCultivated competitor relationships, executing storyboards for personal and race storiesOrchestrated dynamic, end-to-end project coordination, uniting creative direction and equipment operation in a multi-island race setting

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  Fox Networks Group

  Mar 2020 - Apr 2020

  Post Producer - The Masked Dancer

  Oversaw post-production, meeting timelines, quality, and budget requirementsStrategically led planning, resource allocation, and timeline management for optimized post-productionManaged vendor negotiations, procurement, and budgeting to enhance production valueEnabled seamless cross-team communication via Google Apps for Business, fostering collaboration

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  San Diego State University

  Aug 2022 - Jan 2023

  Writer

  Coordinated copywriting and communication projects for the Center in collaboration with the Executive DirectorOversaw diverse assignments such as monthly newsletters, annual reports, impact reports, social media content, and grant applicationsHighlighted achievement: Secured first-place position for San Diego State University's ZIP Launchpad with the 2023 USASBE Model Community Entrepreneurship Accelerator/Incubator Award application

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  Healthcare Made Manageable

  Nov 2022 - Jul 2023

  Chief Executive Officer

  Managed tech and administrative teams across the software development lifecycleDirected daily operations, leading cross-functional teams, initiatives, and workflow coherenceCultivated investor relationships, showcasing value proposition and growth potentialNurtured collaborations with advisors, honed strategies, and synchronized with industry normsResearched markets for product enhancement and expansionHighlighted Achievements: Won first place at the University of San Diego's SpaceTime Social Pitch Competition and both third place and audience vote in SDSU ZIP Launchpad's Chinyeh Hostler Social Venture Challenge Show less

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  Vatra - NASA MITTIC

  Nov 2023 - May 2024

  Co-Founder

  Led the interdisciplinary Vatra team at SDSU, developing a groundbreaking firefighter fabric with NASA's aerogel technology for the MITTIC Challenge, enhancing safety and efficiencyDirected project logistics, from scheduling to prototype development, ensuring innovation and adherence to NASA's and NFPA's standardsSpearheaded market research and outreach efforts, showcasing the project's impact and contributing to documentation for the NASA MITTIC Challenge, where our team was one of 11 finalists selected to compete in a pitch competition at the Johnson Space Center Show less

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  Craitor

  Jan 2024 - May 2024

  Consultant Internship

  Analyzed commercial markets, identifying key sectors like Maritime Freight, Rail Freight, Oil & Gas, and Automotive for expansion based on supply chain and capital investment needsLeveraged SDSU's tools and collaborations with Craitor to pinpoint industry challenges, focusing on minimizing downtime and supply chain costs with 3D printing solutionsCreated a go-to-market strategy that recommended strategic entry into commercial sectors, emphasizing Craitor's unique capability to produce parts on-demand in remote settings, facilitating market diversification Show less

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  CARI Health

  Jan 2024 - May 2024

  Consultant Internship

  Contributed to a research project focusing on clinical trial partnerships, microneedle manufacturer selection, and Center of Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement for a methadone monitoring deviceAssessed microneedle production, ensuring compatibility with innovation and quality standards for opioid treatmentDeveloped a subscription model to aid a go-to-market strategy targeting the U.S. opioid treatment marketAided in strategic planning for clinical trials and go-to-market strategy, establishing CARI Health's solution for improved methadone treatment adherence Show less

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  Sea Purity Investments

  May 2024 - Aug 2024

  Summer Intern

  Coordinated with local officials and stakeholders to develop a Qualified Opportunity Fund for economic development in the City of Myrtle Beach, South CarolinaDeveloped a social media and podcast strategy and marketing materials to enhance brand visibility and engagementResearched and evaluated augmented reality (AR) e-commerce solutions, including native options in Shopify and third-party vendors, to increase sales volume for Surf X Art

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  PatentVest

  Jun 2024 - Jul 2024

  Intellectual Property Analyst

  Completed the PatentVest Analyst Training Program, learning to use PatentVest and Google Patents for thorough due diligenceBuilt and delivered comprehensive reports, technology assessments, and targeted analyses for Oncolytics Biotech and Pulse BiosciencesReviewed patent examiner feedback, identified relevant prior art, and developed an investment pitch for MDB Capital and PatentVest executives, covering technology, market potential, patent history, and competitive analysis