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Advising startups, Brainstorming, Finding team mates, Getting press, Helping friends, Meeting new people, Participating in a competition, Partnering with other groups, Professional opportunities, Receiving feedback, Sharing my projects, Trading services
Tags:
advertising, film, marketing, music, social entrepreneurship, video
Schools:
Villanova University
FULL BIO
Wil joined Ashoka after earning degrees in Marketing and Communication from Villanova University. While studying in Philadelphia, Wil developed a partnership between colleges, radio stations and businesses to support and invest in the Genocide Intervention Network. He has explored international economics in Panama and worked to support female filmmakers in Oregon. As a board member of the SLIGHTLYaskew art collective, Wil regularly teaches interdisciplinary workshops to promote artistic, cultural and generational exchange in underserved communities throughout the US. Wil studied film production in Johannesburg through NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts where he created Citizen Gain, a short documentary about social entrepreneurs working on economic development projects in Southern Africa. His work has been featured at the Art of Entrepreneurship and Base of the Pyramid Conferences. His video, Drawing Conclusions, won best digital video in the Citizens for Global Solutions 2008 Multimedia Contest. He now handles Fellowship Communications for Ashoka's Global Fellowship and enjoys snowboarding, surfing and music.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Employer:
Ashoka: Innovators for the Public
Position:
Fellowship Communications
Time period:
July 2008 - Present
Description:
Using multimedia approaches to enhance communication both from and among the world's leading social entrepreneurs.
Employer:
Community Service
Position:
Work experience
Description:
Bigs and Littles / Community outreach for impoverished inner-city children 2003 – 2007
Habitat for Humanity, New Orleans / Built a house for Katrina relief February 2007
Villanovans for the Ethical Treatment of Animals / Promoted animal rights 2004 – 2007
Students Taking Action Now in Darfur / Raised funds for genocide intervention 2006 – 2007
FaceAIDS / Planned events to raise awareness and support 2006 – 2007
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week / Helped food drive and immersion November 2006
Service Learning / Tutored adults to improve literacy and mathematical skills Spring 2005
Employer:
MacKenzie Marketing Group
Position:
Marketing Intern
Time period:
April 2008 - June 2008
Description:
Working on research, identity, design and communication projects for numerous clients.
Employer:
Blue Scout Music, Portland, OR
Position:
Music Coordinator
Time period:
September 2007 - March 2008
Description:
Marketing and licensing music for ad/TV/film projects
Employer:
Film Action Oregon, Portland, OR
Position:
Marketing Intern
Time period:
July 2007 - September 2007
Description:
Plan marketing and promotional activities for The Hollywood Theatre
Employer:
AAF National Student Advertising Competition, New York City, NY
Position:
Participant
Time period:
February 2007 - April 2007
Description:
Developed integrated marketing campaign for Coca-Cola Classic
Employer:
Villanova University Communication Editing Lab, Villanova, PA
Position:
Lab Assistant
Time period:
August 2006 - October 2006
Description:
Tutored students in video and graphics editing
Employer:
Mediaguide, Inc., Berwyn, PA
Position:
Radio Advertising & Music Specialist Intern
Time period:
May 2006 - July 2006
Description:
Conducted market tests and submitted research to advertising specialists
Employer:
VOW 90.5 FM-Wits Radio, Johannesburg, South Africa
Position:
DJ & Co-host
Time period:
February 2006 - April 2006
Description:
Provided on-air presentations and audio production assistance
Employer:
Skylake Yosemite Camp, Wishon, CA
Position:
Film/Video Instructor and Ropes Challenge Course Facilitator
Time period:
May 2004 - July 2004
Employer:
WXVU 89.1 FM, Villanova, PA
Position:
Music Director & Special Events Director
Time period:
December 2002 - June 2007
Description:
Managed promoters, charting, fundraising, meetings, screenings and concerts
Employer:
Slightly Askew Documentary Program, Cleveland, OH
Position:
Volunteer
Time period:
June 2007
Description:
Instructed students in documentary shooting and editing
Employer:
International Economics Field Study, La Ciudad del Saber, Panama
Position:
Experience
Time period:
September 2006
Description:
Attended business presentations and site visits throughout Panama
Employer:
National College Media Association Convention, Kansas City, MO
Position:
Invitee
Time period:
September 2005
Description:
Attended workshops on professional media production and arts criticism
EDUCATION
University:
Villanova University
Time period:
2002 - 2007
Degree:
Marketing, BSc
University:
Villanova University
Time period:
2002 - 2007
Degree:
Communication (Film & Media), BA
INFORMATION
Sports:
snowboarding, surfing, rock climbing
Hobbies:
super 8 film making, music
Clubs:
Marketing and Advertising Societies, Politics and Freedom Learning Community, NETWORK Lobbying Workshop, Frequencies Newsletter and Villanova Times Contributor, Campus Activities Team, Freshman Escape Retreat Leader, Wits Mountain Club, Art and Capoeira Clubs, Mount Hood Lift Operator
