Hi! I'm Ellie Ngassa, a recent University of Michigan graduate with a B.A. in Film, Television, and Media. I specialize in event production, marketing, and video production, with hands-on experience coordinating film festivals, wellness programs, and promotional content creation. My goal is to create impactful visual stories that engage and inspire audiences. Throughout my university career, I've held leadership roles, produced documentaries and promotional videos, and collaborated with national brands to develop marketing strategies that resonate with Gen Z. With strong skills in video editing, production management, and social media marketing, I continuously seek opportunities to grow and contribute to creative projects that push boundaries and elevate brand visibility.…

Ellie Ngassa

Hi! I'm Ellie Ngassa, a recent University of Michigan graduate with a B.A. in Film, Television, and Media. I specialize in event production, marketing, and video production, with hands-on experience coordinating film festivals, wellness programs, and promotional content creation. My goal is to create impactful visual stories that engage and inspire audiences. Throughout my university career, I've held leadership roles, produced documentaries and promotional videos, and collaborated with national brands to develop marketing strategies that resonate with Gen Z. With strong skills in video editing, production management, and social media marketing, I continuously seek opportunities to grow and contribute to creative projects that push boundaries and elevate brand visibility.…

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Hi! I’m Ellie Ngassa, a recent University of Michigan graduate with a B.A. in Film, Television, and Media. I specialize in event production, marketing, and video production, with hands-on experience coordinating film festivals, wellness programs, and promotional content creation. My goal is to create impactful visual stories that engage and inspire audiences.

Throughout my university career, I’ve held leadership roles, produced documentaries and promotional videos, and collaborated with national brands to develop marketing strategies that resonate with Gen Z. With strong skills in video editing, production management, and social media marketing, I continuously seek opportunities to grow and contribute to creative projects that push boundaries and elevate brand visibility.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Event Production & Marketing Assistant at Ann Arbor Film Festival
June 1, 2024 - Present
Managed monthly website visitors exceeding 15,000 and increased social media engagement by 15% through strategic content calendar development, promotional material production, platform audits, and filing systems implementation. Coordinated venue setups, volunteer management of over 50 volunteers, filmmaker check-ins, and pre-screenings aligning with festival criteria, boosting attendee satisfaction above 10,000. Secured 40+ partnerships and coordinated membership events, resulting in a 10% attendance increase.
Program & Communications Assistant at Wolverine Wellness
May 1, 2025 - August 29, 2025
Directed more than 20 annual events and workshops reaching over 18,000 students, increasing participation by 30% through effective marketing strategies and engaging content. Enhanced online engagement by 45% by producing and editing social media content using Adobe Premiere and other video editing tools. Developed and executed content marketing campaigns to increase brand visibility and engagement across campus.
Campus Ambassador at Pentel
May 1, 2025 - August 29, 2025
Served as sole campus representative out of 50 nationwide, engaging over 5,000 students per semester through campaigns that boosted sales by 15%. Implemented marketing strategies contributing to success of student-focused product development initiatives.
Freelance Brand Partner, Content Creator at Remote
May 1, 2025 - August 29, 2025
Collaborated with national brands on campus campaigns, creating trend-driven content that generated thousands of impressions and increased engagement by 20%. Partnered with over 10 companies including Dove, Parade, and NYX Cosmetics. Provided product feedback and marketing insights to influence Gen Z strategies and product development.
Founder, COO, & Video Team Lead at A/squared Magazine
May 1, 2025 - August 29, 2025
Directed production of over 30 video campaigns and 100+ in-grid posts, achieving 100,000+ combined online engagements with a 200% growth in one year via Adobe Creative Cloud. Oversaw brand development and scaled membership to over 70 active members, launching an affiliate network exceeding 3,000 members. Secured 20+ partnerships with brands like Amazon Studios, Mugler, and Tower 28.
Producer, Editor, Director of Photography, & Camera Operator at Black Film Society
May 1, 2025 - August 29, 2025
Produced, shot, and edited the 'Dear Black Umich' documentary which premiered to over 2,000 viewers, received campus-wide media coverage, and was permanently acquired by the University of Michigan Film Archive.
Director of Video Production at Runway Rumble
April 30, 2025 - August 28, 2025
Produced, shot, and edited 15+ promotional videos that generated over 50,000 online views and increased following by 400%. Led a crew of more than 20, managing all phases of production to meet tight deadlines and maintain high-quality standards.
Personal Assistant at Gillespie Group
May 16, 2022 - December 31, 2024

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Film, Television, & Media at University of Michigan
August 30, 2021 - May 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Consumer Goods, Non-Profit Organization

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