Benjamin Passikoff is a highly experienced Strategist and Producer with a proven track record in comprehensive media production, strategic consulting, and content development. With expertise spanning freelance creative projects, private consulting, and advertising, he excels at driving earned media engagement, shaping organizational identities, and delivering award-winning campaigns through meticulous project management and insightful strategic guidance, making him a valuable asset for dynamic media and strategic roles.
Creative Producer & Writer
Not Specified, Not Specified, US
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Summary
Spearheaded comprehensive production, writing, editing, and development for diverse creative media projects, providing strategic advisory and ensuring compliance with industry best practices.
Highlights
Directed end-to-end production, writing, and editing for diverse creative media projects, consistently delivering high-quality content for various clients.
Provided strategic consulting on licensing, budgeting, and technical requirements, ensuring adherence to AICP best practices and optimizing project workflows.
Developed and managed project scopes, timelines, and budgets for multiple concurrent engagements, ensuring successful completion and client satisfaction.
Producer & Strategist
Not Specified, Not Specified, US
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Summary
Drove strategic initiatives and managed production for a private consulting firm, enhancing organizational identity and expanding reach for public policy and civics non-profit clients.
Highlights
Established the foundational identity for the Jack Brooks Foundation, a public policy and civics non-profit, significantly shaping its public image and mission.
Orchestrated the production and oversight of the Jack Brooks Documentary Project, coordinating web and social collateral for a successful formal launch.
Authored and edited the 'Dark Money' case study, providing critical strategic insights that informed future Merlin Engine endeavors.
Developed and executed grassroots events and outreach strategies, effectively growing the Jack Brooks Foundation's overall reach and engagement.
Creative Strategist & Producer
Not Specified, Not Specified, US
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Summary
Produced and strategized media content for an advertising agency, driving increased earned media engagement and developing award-winning marketing campaigns.
Highlights
Produced and mastered the 'What Happened?' podcast series (2015-2017), translating complex marketing trends into engaging narratives that significantly increased earned media engagement for Brand Keys.
Designed innovative survey architecture and conducted in-depth analysis of target drivers, leading to the development of award-winning marketing case studies and campaigns.
Cultivated and managed key relationships with vendors and clients, expertly negotiating budgets and defining project parameters to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery of campaigns.
Managing Editor
New York, NY, US
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Summary
Directed editorial operations for the college newspaper, overseeing content production and managing a team of contributors to deliver timely and engaging news.
Highlights
Managed all editorial processes for the college newspaper, ensuring the consistent publication of high-quality, accurate content.
Led and mentored a team of writers and editors, improving content generation and journalistic standards across the publication.
Coordinated content scheduling and publication deadlines, enhancing operational efficiency and timely news delivery.
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B.A.
Journalism
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Undergraduate
Undergraduate Studies
Published by
Self-Published
Summary
Photographed, researched, wrote, edited, and compiled a comprehensive history of NYC's fading advertisements, preserving cultural heritage through visual and narrative documentation. Republished in September 2017.
Visual Communication, Verbal Communication, Writing, Editing, Storytelling, Presentation Skills.
Creative Thinking, Critical Thinking, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Innovation, Market Analysis, Campaign Strategy.
Quality Assurance, Resource Management, Project Coordination, Budget Management, Timeline Management, Cross-functional Collaboration, Workflow Optimization.
Emotional Intelligence, Conscientious Inclusivity, Client Relations, Vendor Management, Negotiation, Team Leadership.
Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve, Avid, Airtable, Microsoft Office, Falcon.io, Python.
Film Forum, The Paley Center for Media, Documentary Production, Journalism.