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Gillian Goodwin is a director, writer, and producer living and working in Atlanta. She wants to focus her filmmaking work on stories that depict and help the African Diaspora. Her filmmaking idols are Shonda Rimes, Steven Spielberg, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Ava DuVernay, Spike Lee, Antoine Fuqua, and Steven Zaillian. Gillian holds a BS in Communication and Media Studies from Kennesaw State University and an MFA in Filmmaking from the Maryland Institute College of Art.…Gillian Goodwin is a director, writer, and producer living and working in Atlanta. She wants to focus her filmmaking work on stories that depict and help the African Diaspora. Her filmmaking idols are Shonda Rimes, Steven Spielberg, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Ava DuVernay, Spike Lee, Antoine Fuqua, and Steven Zaillian. Gillian holds a BS in Communication and Media Studies from Kennesaw State University and an MFA in Filmmaking from the Maryland Institute College of Art.

Gillian Goodwin

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Gillian Goodwin is a director, writer, and producer living and working in Atlanta. She wants to focus her filmmaking work on stories that depict and help the African Diaspora. Her filmmaking idols are Shonda Rimes, Steven Spielberg, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Ava DuVernay, Spike Lee, Antoine Fuqua, and Steven Zaillian. Gillian holds a BS in Communication and Media Studies from Kennesaw State University and an MFA in Filmmaking from the Maryland Institute College of Art.…Gillian Goodwin is a director, writer, and producer living and working in Atlanta. She wants to focus her filmmaking work on stories that depict and help the African Diaspora. Her filmmaking idols are Shonda Rimes, Steven Spielberg, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Ava DuVernay, Spike Lee, Antoine Fuqua, and Steven Zaillian. Gillian holds a BS in Communication and Media Studies from Kennesaw State University and an MFA in Filmmaking from the Maryland Institute College of Art.

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Gillian Goodwin is a director, writer, and producer living and working in Atlanta. She wants to focus her filmmaking work on stories that depict and help the African Diaspora. Her filmmaking idols are Shonda Rimes, Steven Spielberg, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Ava DuVernay, Spike Lee, Antoine Fuqua, and Steven Zaillian. Gillian holds a BS in Communication and Media Studies from Kennesaw State University and an MFA in Filmmaking from the Maryland Institute College of Art.

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Work Experience

Graduate Program Assistant at Maryland Institute College of Art

May 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025

Achieved a 25% increase in traffic on social media accounts through strategic content and engagement. Organized and led GPA training and Graduate Student Orientation sessions, and Student Voice/Association meetings and town halls for the MICA film program. Created promotional materials for key events. Researched and evaluated software platforms for the film program. Archived previous cohorts' films to Vimeo and updated the film program website.

Digital Media Lab Assistant at Kennesaw State University

May 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025

Contributed high-quality visual content for KSU's MoMENtu initiative by filming and editing production projects. Controlled student and staff access to the Digital Media Lab to ensure facility and equipment security. Inventoried and tested lab equipment to ensure availability and functionality. Designed and produced promotional materials for classes and special events within the School of Communication and Media.

Social Media Engagement Specialist at Live By The Rule

November 1, 2024 - Present

Engaged with relevant social media accounts to grow follower base and increase visibility. Researched and identified strategic accounts for targeted following. Created and shared content designed to drive engagement and interaction. Produced and distributed monthly email newsletters; regularly updated blog with fresh content.

Graduate Program Assistant at Maryland Institute College of Art

May 1, 2022 - September 9, 2025

Achieved a 25% increase in traffic on social media accounts through strategic content and engagement. Organized and led Graduate Program Assistant (GPA) training and Graduate Student Orientation sessions, and Student Voice and Association meetings and town halls for the MICA film program. Created and designed promotional materials for key events. Researched and evaluated software platforms to implement within the film program. Used organizational and software skills to archive previous cohorts' films to Vimeo.

Digital Media Lab Assistant at Kennesaw State University

May 1, 2019 - September 9, 2025

Contributed high-quality visual content for KSU’s MoMENtum initiative by filming and editing production projects. Controlled student and staff access to the Digital Media Lab to ensure facility and equipment security. Inventoried and tested lab equipment to ensure availability and functionality. Designed and produced promotional materials for classes and special events within the School of Communication and Media. Unwavering: The Power of Black Innovation.