Samuel Goodman IDE Portfolio (Online Portfolio)

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Professional Qualifications

Destinations & Adventures. Jan 2023 - Present

Manager, Business Development & Technology

Integrated and maintained systems architecture (CRM, sales, accounting software) while establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) for data-informed decision-making, overseeing critical accounts with a focus on user retention, while conducting UX case studies to inform leadership on expansion strategies

Range Media Partners. March 2022 -Jan 2023

Senior Associate / Motion Picture Talent & Television Literature

Represent emerging and established actors and writers by pitching materials to studios, negotiating contracts, securing client employment, and managing copyrights for adaptations and script sales

Executive Associate to Co-Founder and President

Facilitated C-Suite communication, managed data synthesis and distribution, developed growth strategies resulting in a $50m deal with A+E, and oversaw project management for 24 A-list celebrities

Imagine Entertainment. March 2021 - March 2022

Assistant to Chairman, CEO

Provided executive business support to 40 year veteran film producer, conducted data-focused research for CXO reports, prepared meeting briefs and project development updates across various genres, pitched and discovered new subject material, and improved operational efficiency through updates to a cloud-based organizational infrastructure

United Talent Agency. Sept 2019 - March 2021

Agent Trainee / Motion Picture & International Television

Administrative support to two talent agents managing an extensive client list of 800+ global filmmakers

Education

Emerson College. Bachelor of Fine Arts; Visual Media Production and Business Studies. 2016 - 2020

University of Southern California. Continuation of Study and Transfer Credits to Emerson College. 2018

Skills

UX/UI Design

User Research/Feedback

System Architecture

Client Diversification

Contract Negotiations

Project Management

Interpersonal Communication

Qualitative Leadership

C-Suite Development

Data-Driven Research

Project Management

Pitching Materials

Administrative Assistance

Client Strategy Film

Philanthropic Initiatives

United In Harmony. Aug 2012 - Present

Volunteer, Leadership Team

Volunteer for bi-yearly overnight Summer and Winter Camp for impoverished youth who excel academically

Stage 32. Aug 2020 - Aug 2022

Content Strategist

Work with underprivileged writers to develop script notes and pitch strategies promoting cross-brand synergies that address specific needs of talent agencies, studios, and producers

Hollywood Radio and Television Society. July 2020 - Aug 2022

Junior Board Member

Organized bi-monthly entertainment networking events and speaker panels for 500+ members, while mentoring and leading a team of 8 members

United Talent Agency. Sept 2019 - March 2021

Assistant Leadership Foundation Council

Member of the Green Team supporting global and local nonprofit initiatives. Facilitated partnerships between celebrity clients and nonprofits focusing on climate change, energy transitions, decarbonization, and ocean conservation

Motivations

Embrace Human-Centered Design

Transdisciplinary

Integrations

Green Technology

Omnichannel

Communication

Driven by Ikigai

Traveling and Language

Exchange

Cycling & Running

Meditation & Wellness

Samuel Bennett-Mow Goodman

Los Angeles, California

A versatile professional with a background in entertainment talent representation, targeted growth strategies, and UX systems architecture, dedicated to driving sustainable innovation through strategic design thinking and user-centered approaches

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INNOVATION DESIGN ENGINEERING

The Root Board is a physical product in the meditation and wellness space, followed by a website created and developed focused on sustainable resources for thirdworld villages.

The television pilot is a leadership group piece, while the stealth start-up is an independently led concept project.

Hyperlinks are embedded throughout the portfolio, marked by ** for easy navigation and access to additional information.

THE ROOT BOARD PHYSICAL PRODUCT

Description:

We began by asking: How can we enhance home yoga gracefully, sustainably, and durably for yogis shifting from studios? Our aim is to provide portable, durable yoga equipment that captures the "yoga glow" of studio classes at home.

History:

We sourced prototype materials on Alibaba, partnering with a Chinese factory. Despite initial challenges, including a 25% defect rate, we refined products based on customer feedback and adopted sustainable packaging.

Contribution:

Managed product development and conducted user interviews to refine product iterations, alongside overseeing social media outreach and marketing campaigns for this group family and friends project.

The Root Board - An innovative bamboo platform designed for yogis practicing on carpet

Initial Concept Sketch

Digital Rendering

Product Design

Pre-Production Prototype Final Product

Establishing Brand Authority Ahead of Product Launch

Developed both grassroots and sponsored content, starting with a hands-on prototype to establish a social media presence and cultivate brand recognition, ultimately laying the groundwork for a robust sales pipeline prior to product launch.

Co-founder Brian McCarthy crafted a blog post acting as a DIY tutorial, aiming to establish expertise and offer authentic assistance to the yogi community @therootboard

Product Market Fit

SUSTAINABLE DRINKING WATER WEBSITE CREATION

DRINKING WATER WEBSITE CREATION

I volunteered to teach English and math in a remote village in Fiji through the Leeds, UK-based non-profit Think Pacific. During my trip, I became sick due to contaminated drinking water and later required medical treatment. Despite the challenges, my time with Think Pacific was remarkable and left an indelible impression on me.

For my independently led academic research thesis, I developed a website focused on the medical impact of contaminated drinking water, along with resources on microfinancing initiatives for new water pipes and wells in thirdworld villages like Vatusekiyasawa, Fiji.

Village High School Graduation

Family Photo with the Host Family

TELEVISION

- PROOF OF CONCEPT

DEAR DIARY

A struggling addict with a stutter and a gift for lyricism when sober, Curran struggles to balance his life as a poet and a SoundCloud rapper

my undergraduate Bachelor of Fine Arts s, I wrote, directed, and produced the sion pilot "Dear Diary." The project essfully raised $10,000 USD in funding, a prestigious narrative film grant worth 00 USD, and garnered three nominations udent awards at Emerson College. Led a of 16 student filmmakers and 5 actors.

Bachelor of Fine Arts Thesis - Television Pilot

TELEVISION PILOT 03 - PROOF OF CONCEPT

The lead actor recording the opening song featured at the start of the project. 38 seconds (left)**

Project Intro with Music Recording. 1:21 min (above)**

Nominations from EVVYs 38 (right)

ADR post production session (left)

Scene Excerpt. 2:01 min (above)**

STEALTH START UP 04- MOBILE COMMUNITY APPLICATION

anthem

explore locally, journey globally ��

A concept project designed to connect individuals and groups based on shared lifestyle activities, integrated with local business rewards

This purpose-built independently led concept project focuses in lifestyle activity matchmaking, facilitating connections among locals, travelers, and other travelers in the same location. By connecting users based on shared interests and activities, the project incentivizes visits to local businesses with first-customer discounts. Usergenerated content on the app offers authentic insights into local experiences, promoting meaningful interactions and supporting local economies.

Problem Statement

there is no purpose-built lifestyle directory or mobile application to find reliable communities or lifestyle partners

a strict user verification process with robust community guidelines thoroughly expanded specific interest filters for depth with authentic profile quality multiple incentives for connections to meet in person access to authentic user-generated context during and prior to movement

Proposed Solution

Consumer Mobile App with traditional dating app swiping mechanics, for lifestyle partners and their communities

Incentivized Connections

a breadth of categories and expanded profile interest filters, rather than “relationship type”

Information & Access

access reliable user-generated context at any point of your journey

STEALTH START UP

04- MOBILE COMMUNITY APPLICATION

User Research and Global Interviews**

During a 4-month solo backpacking journey, I connected with people globally who would later validate my project concept.

In the image to the left, you'll find a recorded interview with a prospect met in Norway's Arctic Circle, who is based in the UK.

Below, there's a hyperlink to other prospect interviews, the questionnaire script, and additional user interview recordings.

We've used a user response grid to keep track of notes, analyze and identify user response patterns.

STEALTH START UP

Business Plan & Materials**

04- MOBILE COMMUNITY APPLICATION

After conducting user interviews and analyzing patterns, we crafted a preliminary business plan, established a compelling unique value proposition (UVP), completed thorough industry and competitive analyses, formulated a clear challenge statement, prepared a concise executive summary, and created a distinctive logo.

Co-Founder Interviews**

To attract talent, we posted a job description on LinkedIn to identify suitable candidates. We then employed an interview script and utilized an interview grid to identify individuals who best align with the company's goals and mission statement.

Pitch Deck**

After developing business materials and recruiting co-founders, we pitched our concept and networked with investors, software firms, and enterprise companies at TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco.

BENNETT-MOW GOODMAN