About Samantha
Content Producer + Creative Project Manager
Professionally, I'm a purpose-driven content creator. Whether I'm scripting, producing, or project managing, I strategically lead creative teams to ensure they are guided by company values and cultivate an environment for growth.
I believe business can be and should be a force for good, so I strive to incorporate a sustainable mindset and a greater vision in all of my work.
Work Experience
June 2019 - Present
Writer, Producer + Voice-Over Artist | Freelance
As a freelance content creator, I have the pleasure working with various individuals and organizations to develop meaningful work.​
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Writer: Author scripts, blogs, and creative content to engage audiences across digital, audio, and visual mediums.
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A favorite on-going project is scripting for a wellness app on topics such as gratitude, confidence, and healthy communications. ​
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Producer: Oversee on-set crews as an assistant director and field producer
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Voice-Over Artist: Record and edit voice-overs for audiobooks, explainer videos, and applications
October 2020 - Present
Video Producer + Project Manager | Encyclopædia Britannica
I'm currently project managing series of educational videos for high-school students to integrate STEAM curriculum. I coordinate communication and manage stakeholders across global internal teams and vendors to align with project and academic goals from national education ministries.
graduation!
Summer 2020
Mayoral Fellow | City of Chicago
A brief exploration into local government, I worked alongside Chicago's Department of Public Health to develop a communication plan for an event launch and supported strategic visioning for food governance. I also led my peers to create a book of new policy ideas.
went back to school
July 2017 - June 2019
Producer + Project Manager | Guy Bauer
I managed and oversaw production on commercial/corporate video projects from ideation to completion. I guided creative teams in developing mini-documentaries, live-action/scripted spots, animated videos, and photography projects.
July 2015 - July 2017
News Writer + Producer | WGN-TV
As a producer, I identified content that would resonate with audiences for the WGN Morning News. When writing, I would script stories for anchors/reporters, prep online content, edit videos, and prepare graphics.
June 2015 - March 2017
Social Media Manager | Chicago Wilderness
Engaging members and non-members across communication tools, I managed the environmental alliance's social media presence, events calendar, and newsletter.
Skills
Creative Problem-Solving Project Management Video Production
Editorial Content Writing Scripting Voice Over Audio/Video Editing
Communication Strategy Content Management Strengths-Based Leadership
Certifications +
Education
My strengths:
- responsibility
- communication
- deliberate
- arranging
- strategic mindset
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Northwestern University
MS in Leadership for Creative Enterprises
Core business knowledge, strategic thinking, and an entrepreneurial mindset to lead successful organizations, people, and projects. Business curriculum focused on the creative sector: media, entertainment, and arts industries.
Loyola University Chicago
BA in Journalism
Minors: Business Administration; Environmental Action & Leadership
Project Management Institute
Project Management Professional (PMP)®
A little more
personal
I aspire to lead an eco-conscious, sustainable and mindful life and hope to inspire a similar mindset in others. I'm constantly absorbing podcasts about well-being, mindfulness, and culture and sharing what I've learned. Some of my favorites include The Happiness Lab, Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness, Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me!, Deliciously Ella, and A Bit of Optimism with Simon Sinek.​
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I'm a theatre kid at heart, and you can usually find me listening to a musical soundtrack, dancing around the living room, practicing yoga, watching shows about drag queens, or singing my heart out when I play the piano.