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Resume – Michael Brynjolfson

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Vancouver, BC Cell: 778-***-**** abpo9q@r.postjobfree.com

Innovative, driven, passionate professional with experience in the marketing, film and IT industries. Employers and teachers repeatedly tout talents in creativity, organization, communication, storytelling, teamwork, and interactivity with an ability to motivate and have projects delivered on time and within budget. Fervent about all digital media with abilities and experience in copywriting, web design, project management, leadership management, web strategy, search engine optimization, and sales. Proven-ability to provide significant revenue, productivity and quality improvements in a fast paced creative environment.EXPERIENCEProducer (Project Manager):B2Ten/Agent Innovateur Inc. (August 2011-Present)Dare – Digital Advertising Agency (April 2011- October 2011) Work StudyElectronic Arts – EA (September 2011-January 2012) Work StudyCore CompetenciesProject Management and team building on many multimedia projects while creating an environment of team cohesivenessDemonstrated strong organizational & leadership qualities: forward-thinking, functional expertise, collaboration, hard work, compassion, and mentorshipDigital storytelling, interface design, directing, scriptwriting, game design and development, virtual world design and developmentPromoted good communication and teamworkImplementation of process, documentation of process and best practices.Identified conflicts between schedule and development on multiple occasionsWas able to meet strict deadlines in a high pressure environment by establishing priorities and multi-tasking efficientlyWas able to problem-solve in a high-paced creative environment which required constant adaptability and flexibilityFunctional understanding and experience with process developmentExhibited strong skills in diplomacy, flexibility and patience with the ability to communicate clearly across departments and nationsComputer Skills:Project Management and CRM Software Used: Zoho, Podio, Basecamp, Project Wikis, Shotgun, MS Project, Salesforce, SugarProgramming and CMS: HTML, Drupal, WordPress, DreamweaverProficient in: MS Office, After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere, Final Cut Pro, MoviemakerMarketing Manager

Outcome3 Internet Marketing – Vancouver, BC (Sept. 2008 – Apr. 2010)Core Competencies Writing for the web; blogs, newsletters, page copyWeb design for optimization/interactivityClient relations and negotiationsOnline business strategy creation and implementationBrand development and managementClient presentation and pitchingTeam building, management and consensusLeadership/Marketing Highlights:Presented benefits of product story and use of internet marketing to 10+ companiesMaintained client relationship for high end customers in online environmentWrote many online blogs adhering to a rich keyword densityCreated CPC campaign resulting in a 7.2% CTR and a 5.2% boost in salesProject managed team of 5 on a rebranding campaign for the Outcome3 website resulting in a 35% increase in visitors and 15% increase in conversionsReport Management:Generated informational analysis: Project Charters/Plans, Change Requests, Status Reports, Resource requestsUsed CRM to keep detailed notes and log of clients, projects, milestones and co-workers to better understand present clients, prospects and future dealingsComputer Skills:Gained in-depth knowledge of SEO tools: Analytic tools, Keyword tools, Linking Building StrategyProgramming and CMS: HTML, Drupal, WordPress, Dreamweaver

Film and TV Producer/Promoter/ Actor

(1994-2011)

Various Film, Television and Stage ProductionsTurned minimal budget stage productions into professional successesMade fliers, posters and postcards promoting films and stageDeveloped ability to present in front of large crowds on multi-million dollar filmsManager/Promoter/Bartender

St. Regis Bar and Grill/Cellar/Richards on Richards – Vancouver BCNight/event creation, promotion and management resulting in a average 20% increase in weekly revenueAnalyzed various youth markets (hip-hop, alternative) to help organize and promote successful eventsRisk management and de-escalation of stressful situations with calm demeanor and amusing rhetoricEDUCATIONMaster of Digital Media Degree

University of British Columbia – Great Northern Way Campus (Sept. 2010 – Apr. 2012) GPA- 4.0Bachelor of Business Administration

Simon Fraser University – Burnaby, BC (Concentration- Entrepreneurship) 2008

GPA- 3.2Relevant Courses: Project Management, Leadership, Business Communication, Marketing (A+), Managerial Accounting, Data and Decisions, Creativity In BusinessExtended Minor In Communications: Social Contexts of Information Technology, Information Technology and the New Media, Cultural Dimensions of Advertising

Continuing Education

Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, BC: Copywriting for the Web, Copywriting-Art and Craft of Creative Writing

Burnaby Continuing Education, Burnaby, BC : Adobe Photoshop, Premiere

COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE

Langley Board of Education – Langley, BC

Fund Raising Coordinator

Organized 30 volunteers and assisted in management of donation drive with the proceeds going to Langley inner city elementary school children. Administered and monitored many different tasks (cash flow, intake and pricing goods, displaying items attractively) to keep efficiency between the receiving and selling goods.PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Member, Project Management Institute, 2007

Member, PMI- West Coast Chapter

Member, International Internet Marketing Association, 2008Hobbies and InterestsIntermediate ability: read, write, speak French and Spanish Beginner ability: MandarinBiking with my dog, Golf, Snowboarding, Basketball, Mixed Martial Arts, Gaming, Movies (watching, filming, editing), Musical Instruments (Guitar, Drums) and Dance

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