Alec Hays

206.963.9759 | alech5@comcast.net
Seattle, Washington and Orange, California

Summary
Enthusiastic creative with experience in public relations, advertising, video editing, documentary, and committed to
collaborative, inclusive work. My verbal and written communication skills, professional attitude, hard work, and amicable
presence are driven by my passion for people. I excel at creative design, video content, and creative writing while thriving
in group settings and creative problem solving. Areas of expertise:
Creative Design Inbound Marketing Email Pitching
Time Management Digital Marketing News Releases
Collaborative Teamwork Investigative Journalism Cinematography
Video Editing Research Microsoft Suite

Education
Chapman University 2019 – Present
Major – Public Relations Advertising and Entertainment Marketing
Minor – Documentary
• Created Marketing Plans, PR Campaigns and Short Documentaries
• Worked in group environments where design, creative writing, and
collaborative teamwork is essential
• Documentary and Broadcast Journalism production

Experience
Indigenous Media
60 Second Docs Intern, Culver City CA Spring 2023 – Present
• Research, pitch, contact subjects and review copy for short
documentaries receiving millions of views weekly
• Create interview questions and source subjects for branded content
• Assist producers in location scouting, equipment rentals and all aspects
of early stage development

Dodge College Scene Shop Fall 2021 - Present

Shop Assistant, Orange CA
• Design, build, paint, and construct rooms, structures, and props for films

FreshMadeMedia
Video Editor, Seattle WA Summer 2021 - Fall 2022
• Edited for commercials, short films, social media, and corporate
storytelling projects
• Proficient in Davinci Resolve, coloring, Microsoft suite
• Shared creative story ideas and feedback with a team of five

Additional Activities
CRU Student Leader 2019 – Present
• Lead bible studies, plan and execute events for organization meetings
New Horizons 2014 – 2019
• Serving food and providing shelter for homeless youth in Seattle