Nicholas R.

Griggs-Drane

TEL 8043705207 EMAIL ngriggsd@bu.edu WEB nicholasgd.com

INSTAGRAM @NiccoGd TWITTER @LifewithNicco

Boston University College of Communication

Bachelor of Science in Film and Television

Boston, MA

May 2016

Related Course Work:

Television Management
Creative Producing: News, Reality, & Documentaries
Line Producing
Live Studio Production
Media, Money: Management Theory Design for New Media (Communication Design)

Radio & Television

Catsnake Films at Ealing Studios: Production Intern

London, UK
Matched composers and music for animated and live action projects
June 2015-August 2015
Researched casting, scouted locations, and managed agency contacts
Assisted on projects with British non-profit and charity organizations such as:
PETA UK, The Natural History Museum of London, The UK Kennel Club, Human Rights Act, etc.
iHeartMedia: Intern (WXKS - Kiss108, WJMN - Jamin' 94.5) Boston, MA
Created copy for on-air commercials (live and recorded)
February 2015-May 2015
Developed marketing decks and recaps with Advertising and Sales team
Assisted at Boston's Hit Radio Music Festival: Kiss Concert

Wrote content for Kiss108's Matty in the Morning Show's website, Facebook, etc.
WTBU - Boston University Radio: Class and Sass: Host/Executive Producer Boston, MA
Operated and manage a live studio with a 5 person cast and interns
January 2014-May 2016
Produced a weekly show focused on current events, pop culture, and celebrity news
Generated many successful talk segments discussing relationships, lifestyle, and technology
Clear Channel Communications: Lite98 (WTVR-FM): On-Air Intern
Managed Online Personality Page and Developed Online Content
Answered Station Hotline Phones and assisted at Off-Site Events

Richmond, VA
February 2011-March 2011

Ad & Marketing

The Boston University Dear Abbeys: Marketing Director Boston, MA

Conducted a very successful brand overhaul on historic music group

October 2013-May 2016
Publicized the group in order to get high profile clients (Stella McCartney, Bloomingdales, etc).
Branded the group for successful placement in Boston.com, Buzzfeed, and more.
Facilitated online growth through Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter
The Boston University Dear Abbeys: President, Business/Tour Manager Boston, MA

Organized tours in Mid-Atlantic, New York, and New England areas

October 2013-May 2016
Produced a six track EP and Pre-Produced a ten track album, set for April 2017 release
Manage a five member executive board through record deals, music licensing, and financial growth
AdLab: Art Director
Boston, MA
Won design contest amongst all designers for new agency logo September 2014-February 2015
Artistically executed deliverables for clients advertising needs (video, print, and digital)
Dynasty Models and Talent: Booking Assistant

Boston, MA
Managed New Faces for castings, open calls, and fashion shows
May 2014-October 2014
Developed and integrated a lead booking software within company (cDs Bookings)
Uber Technologies, Inc: Marketing Intern
Expanded branding for start up company in Boston area
Created promotional material for the premiere service - UberX

Boston, MA
October 2013-January 2014

Adobe (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere)

Final Cut Pro X | AVID

Apple, Google, and Microsoft Office Apps

cDs Talent Booking Software