Tyler C.
Morris
(908) 319-9578 | tcm594@gmail.com | www.tylercmorris.weebly.com | @tylercmorris94
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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Writing, Rhetoric and Technical Communication – James Madison University
EXPERIENCE
Aspire Talent Management
Santa Monica, CA – Literary Coordinator
• Worked closely with clients to support and advise their various film and television projects in development
• Pitched clients and their projects to specifically targeted studios and production companies
• Coordinated with clients and external contacts to schedule general, client, and creative meetings
• Provided creative and production support for in-house productions including a short film
• Attended various industry-related conferences and showcases for networking and personal development
Manage-ment
Westwood, CA – Intern
• Provided extensive, detailed coverage for feature screenplays and pilots
• Researched points of contact, production companies, and directors for targeting and packaging needs
• Assisted managers with filing, coordinating travel, and additional administrative duties
• Covered the phones and rolled calls for a high-traffic desk on an as-needed basis
• Tracked valuable IPs and reached out to various representatives about acquiring creative rights
James Madison University Outreach & Engagement
Harrisonburg, VA – Marketing Coordinator
• Designed, executed, and analyzed all print and digital marketing campaigns, while overseeing paid marketing
• Managed departmental marketing budget, website, and social media accounts
• Headed marketing committee for JMU’s inaugural national conference on engagement
• Conducted interviews and collected testimonials for various marketing purposes, including a promotional video
• Spearheaded and pursued departmental rebranding efforts in conjunction with university-wide rebranding
EuropaCorp TV, USA
Beverly Hills, CA – Television Development Intern
• Provided extensive coverage for television pilot scripts, books, films, and samples
• Worked closely with the President, Vice President, and Director of Development in daily operations
• Contributed extensive notes and insight for multiple television series in development
• Conducted research for projects in development concerning speculative writers, actors, and directors
• Observed and documented pitches and creative meetings
James Madison University Test Scoring Center
Harrisonburg, VA – Test Scoring Assistant
• Trusted with confidential and sensitive information, including student grades and identifying information
• Granted elevated university systems access as an undergraduate student
• Worked directly with university faculty and staff, providing exceptional customer service and desired outcomes
• Assumed leadership roles as needed, while problem-solving and troubleshooting various issues
• Responsible for precise data entry, administrative duties, and opening/closing office procedures
Barnes & Noble
Bridgewater, NJ – Bookseller/Receiver
• Received and processed daily shipments of books and other retail items in a precise and timely manner
• Recovered selling floor by gathering and restocking items, straightening bookcases, and maintaining retail space
• Drove customer loyalty with successful selling of memberships, gift cards, Kid’s Club, and other sales initiatives
• Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring smooth transactions and high levels of customer satisfaction
• Cross-trained in order to assist in any department throughout the store when needed
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Bensi Ristorante Italiano & Stoney Brook Grille
Whitehouse Station & Branchburg, NJ – Server
• Provided exceptional customer service to restaurant clientele
• Managed phone orders, take-out counter, in-house diners, and banquet room for private parties and events
• Trained new employees on restaurant policies and procedures, and oversaw progress
• Authorized to open and close restaurant, in addition to handling large sums of money
• Obtained TIPS (Training for Intervention ProcedureS) Certification to safely serve alcoholic beverages
PUBLICATIONS AND AWARDS
Lexia Undergraduate Journal in Writing, Rhetoric and Technical Communication – James Madison University
• “The Scars of Memory” – nonfiction narrative published Spring 2016
• www.coffeetoscreen.wordpress.com – research-based, fictional screenwriting blog published Spring 2015
The Breeze Newspaper – James Madison University
• “Hillary Clinton dons fake mustache, wins Arizona” – satirical news article published April 30, 2016
• “Fox News launches TrumpTV, makes journalism great again” – satirical news article published April 24, 2016
• “Interstellar” – film review published December 4, 2014
• “The Great Unknown” – opinion article published November 3, 2014
MacGuffin Film Journal – James Madison University
• “The Light” – original short film screenplay published April 2014
SKILLS SUMMARY
Hard Skills: Copywriting, copyediting, storytelling, marketing campaign management, data analysis, research, graphic
design, budgeting | Soft Skills: Creativity, communication, adaptivity, time management, critical thinking, leadership,
handling pressure, customer service | Systems: InEntertainment, Adobe Creative Suite, Final Draft, Cascade, iModules,
Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Mac OS | Social Media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, LinkedIn,
YouTube, Snapchat
