I collaborate with publications, brands, and individuals to create engaging content across mediums. My work blends creativity, precision, and adaptability — from producing live-action and animated videos for clients including Amazon, Chevy, and Heila Technologies to crafting digital content such as articles and case studies. As co-founder of Map Light Film Works, I write, direct, and produce original work, and under the name Jim Edward I hosted TD Ameritrade’s Beyond the Portfolio podcast. I’ve also ghostwritten fiction and non-fiction works, bringing a wide range of voices and stories to life.…

James Shadid

I collaborate with publications, brands, and individuals to create engaging content across mediums. My work blends creativity, precision, and adaptability — from producing live-action and animated videos for clients including Amazon, Chevy, and Heila Technologies to crafting digital content such as articles and case studies. As co-founder of Map Light Film Works, I write, direct, and produce original work, and under the name Jim Edward I hosted TD Ameritrade’s Beyond the Portfolio podcast. I’ve also ghostwritten fiction and non-fiction works, bringing a wide range of voices and stories to life.…

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I collaborate with publications, brands, and individuals to create engaging content across mediums. My work blends creativity, precision, and adaptability — from producing live-action and animated videos for clients including Amazon, Chevy, and Heila Technologies to crafting digital content such as articles and case studies.

As co-founder of Map Light Film Works, I write, direct, and produce original work, and under the name Jim Edward I hosted TD Ameritrade’s Beyond the Portfolio podcast. I’ve also ghostwritten fiction and non-fiction works, bringing a wide range of voices and stories to life.

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English
Fluent

Work Experience

Editor at Imagine Nation Agency
January 1, 2016 - April 1, 2019
Draft and deliver high-quality written, graphic, and video content; Generate ideation of storyline s and project concepts; Develop concurrent project strategies and implementation timelines; Oversee onsite video productions
Video Blog Producer at Brafton, Inc.
October 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Write and edit scripts for video blog production; Establish effective content strategies with clients; Train writers on script writing and best practices; Approve final edits of video blogs before publishing
Writer at Brafton, Inc.
October 1, 2014 - October 1, 2015
Write ongoing digital content for clients across various industries; Develop strategy-focused content to meet specific objectives; Research topics and trends for market strategies; Match style and tone of unique audiences
Marketing Coordinator at Open Court Publishing
April 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Generate buzz and devise strategies for book promotion; Establish digital and social media presence for publisher’s catalog; Coordinate book jacket designs and digital ads with freelance designers
District Office Manager at Illinois State Senate President John Cullerton
June 1, 2010 - May 1, 2012
Manage the Senate President’s District and Downtown Chicago Offices; Provide talking points and media coverage for events; Coordinate and promote events with constituents and State Agencies
Communications Staff Member at Illinois State Senate
April 1, 2009 - June 1, 2010
Write media and press content for Illinois State Senators; Provide research, talking points, and speeches for Senate members; Create blog posts and web content for Senate website

Education

Master of Writing and Publishing at DePaul University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2013
Bachelor of Arts in English at Bradley University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2008

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education

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