Hi, I'm Nathan Wittmann. I recently completed my Master of Arts in Cinema/Media Studies at The University of Chicago, where I explored multicultural cinematic adaptations in my thesis. Alongside my academic background, I have a decade of professional experience in the financial services sector, managing and leading teams in mortgage processing and underwriting. My work history has honed my leadership, team management, and process improvement skills, which I am eager to leverage in creative and media industries. I enjoy combining my scholarly insights with pragmatic skills to create impactful narratives and efficient workflows.…

Nathan Wittmann

Hi, I'm Nathan Wittmann. I recently completed my Master of Arts in Cinema/Media Studies at The University of Chicago, where I explored multicultural cinematic adaptations in my thesis. Alongside my academic background, I have a decade of professional experience in the financial services sector, managing and leading teams in mortgage processing and underwriting. My work history has honed my leadership, team management, and process improvement skills, which I am eager to leverage in creative and media industries. I enjoy combining my scholarly insights with pragmatic skills to create impactful narratives and efficient workflows.…

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Hi, I’m Nathan Wittmann. I recently completed my Master of Arts in Cinema/Media Studies at The University of Chicago, where I explored multicultural cinematic adaptations in my thesis. Alongside my academic background, I have a decade of professional experience in the financial services sector, managing and leading teams in mortgage processing and underwriting.

My work history has honed my leadership, team management, and process improvement skills, which I am eager to leverage in creative and media industries. I enjoy combining my scholarly insights with pragmatic skills to create impactful narratives and efficient workflows.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
French
Beginner
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Regional Processing Manager at The Federal Savings Bank
October 1, 2022 - August 27, 2025
Led processing operations for a $500 million retail lending region (largest in company) managing a team of up to 40 employees including Loan Processors, Analysts, Supervisors, and Training staff. Oversaw monthly pipeline closing of up to 700 loans. Collaborated cross-functionally with sales, underwriting, closing and compliance teams. Initiated efforts that decreased average Days in Process by 20%. Developed employees for promotions and designed improvements to loan operating systems and training programs.
Regional Processing Supervisor at The Federal Savings Bank
June 1, 2021 - August 27, 2025
Supervised a team of 10-12 Loan Processors and Analysts managing a loan pipeline of 400+ loans. Developed training programs for new hires and maintained regular metric reporting. Piloted tools and reporting to expedite loan closings. Resolved file escalations involving underwriting, closing, and compliance.
Underwriting Analyst at The Federal Savings Bank
January 1, 2020 - August 27, 2025
Managed a pipeline of 40-60 purchase and refinance loans including conforming and jumbo types from origination through Clear to Close (CTC). Conducted pre-underwriting reviews of income, assets, credit, collateral, insurance, and title. Coordinated directly with investors for non-delegated underwriting and maintained borrower communications throughout the process.
Post-Closing Supervisor at The Federal Savings Bank
February 1, 2014 - July 1, 2016
Supervised a team of 4-6 Suspense Coordinators handling investor rebuttal and fund recoupment. Created and analyzed reports monitoring loan suspense trends and department QC. Leveraged feedback and reporting outcomes to streamline and establish processes addressing recurring loan issues.

Education

Master of Arts at The University of Chicago
September 11, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Cinema and media studies focus
Bachelor of Arts at The University of Iowa
September 3, 2007 - May 14, 2011
Cinema and Political Science major

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Education, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
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    This is the story of Chris "Ice" Patterson, a former boxer from Chicago who emigrated to rural Southeast Iowa for work at the local pork processing plant. Ice explains his sometimes inglorious past, while local residents wax on about their newest neighbor and townsman. The film is a poignant look at the outsider, the fighter, and the wider, indifferent world into which he is thrust and must adapt and survive.…