George Howard

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Digital Media Fellow at Western Governors’ Foundation
March 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Captured and edited content for the Western Governors’ Leadership Institute’s informational database; coordinated media appearances for team member on Las Vegas news to promote the foundation; communicated with program members; strategized and booked travel for guests of the 2025 Annual Meeting; produced video and photography deliverables with drone pilot support.
Digital Communications Manager at Xaza Streetwear Boutique
September 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024
Curated brand identity through social media strategy, development, and implementation. Planned, captured, and edited photos and videos of live events, notable guests, and featured items within the store. Managed purchase orders and communications with national and overseas clothing manufacturers. Optimized ad campaigns using Meta Business Suite and Google Ads. Designed graphics and outlined schedules for SMS marketing campaigns. Managed website content and enhanced visibility via SEO strategies using WordPress and Google Business Profile. Trusted store keyholder responsible for opening/closing the store, payroll, and staff schedule.
Videographer / Video Editor (Internship) at DC United
August 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020
Captured and edited sideline photos and video content of games and practice for DC United’s website and social media. Captured and edited highlight video for the annual eMLS Tournament. Collaborated with the marketing team to edit a promotional video about brand collaboration with Everfi.
Digital Media Fellow at Western Governors' Foundation
March 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Capture and edit content for the Western Governors’ Leadership Institute’s informational data base; coordinate media appearances for team members on Las Vegas news to promote the foundation; communicate with program members; strategize and book travel for guests of the 2025 Annual Meeting.
Digital Communications Manager at Spothopper
May 1, 2021 - Present
Capture, organize, and edit photos and videos for clients’ use in long-term digital strategy; drone video photography and aerial photography; manage store assets, campaigns and communications for clients across multiple cities (Denver, Washington, DC, Baltimore).
Spotshopper - Digital Communications Lead at Spothopper
May 1, 2021 - Present
Capture, organize, and edit photos and videos for clients’ long-term digital strategy; ongoing freelance duties for multiple clients across Denver and DC.
Documentary Photographer / Editor at Stop the Violence
March 1, 2018 - May 1, 2018
Documented multiple anti-gun violence marches in Washington, DC.
Video Editor / Documentary Producer at Food and Environment Reporting Network
June 1, 2020 - August 1, 2020
Edited a documentary project titled “The Children of Smithfield” highlighting the impact of COVID on the meatpacking industry; feature produced for Latinó USA and NPR.
Director / Photographer / Editor at Arc’ty rex
March 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022
Directed, photographed, and edited collages showcasing the Arc’ty rex DC Spring collection.
Director / Filmmaker at Skater-prenuers of the DMV
September 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022
Directed, filmed, and edited a film about entrepreneurial female skaters in the DC area; premiered at the Kennedy Center.
Video Producer / Cameraperson at EXIM Bank Annual Conference
September 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Filmed video podcast content at the 2023 EXIM Bank conference.
Video Interviewer / Producer at Mighty Pursuit Podcast
September 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Filmed an interview with Prof. Arthur Brooks about the science of happiness.

Education

B.A. Film and Digital Media at American University, School of Communications
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2020
B.A. at American University, School of Communications
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2020

Qualifications

FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot
January 11, 2030 - May 6, 2026
FAA Part 107 Certified Drone Pilot
January 11, 2030 - May 6, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet