Emily McKay

Available to hire

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Creator & Producer at Calamity Vault Podcast
January 1, 2023 - Present
Produce, edit, and co-host Calamity Vault, an indie tabletop RPG podcast dedicated to show gaming innovative game designers and unique narrative systems, maintaining high audio quality and immersive storytelling. Developed grassroots marketing strategies, including social media campaigns, convention panels, and community engagement efforts, resulting in exponential growth of listener base and increased visibility for featured partners. Networked with game designers, publishers, and distributors to secure collaborations, exclusive previews, and interviews.
Video Producer at MedPage Today, Ziff Davis
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Directed and oversaw all stages of video production from budgeting and planning to post-production for a health care-provider and first-responder focused audience, resulting in millions of views per year. Managed cross-functional teams, including social media and software development, to ensure alignment with brand and project objectives. Recruited and managed Video Talent including influential health care providers and political figures.
Project Coordinator, Director's Office at University of Notre Dame
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Produced, filmed, and edited promotional videos and marketing materials for Campus Ministry and other University departments to engage campus community and local partners. Managed time, budget, and personnel to complete five large-scale projects from ideation to rollout in less than six months. Performed briefings and presentations to high-level management to communicate scope, budget, and timeline of proposed projects.
Producer & Event Assistant, Ho Tung Visualization Lab at Colgate University
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Produced full-dome and VR compatible in-house planetarium shows, including storyboarding, script writing, casting, shooting, and editing. Managed social media accounts and created marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite to spread awareness of the planetarium's events.

Education

Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude at Colgate University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Gaming, Professional Services