Isaiah Saunders
2 Andrews Rd, Lewiston, ME 04240-| -
EDUCATION
Bates College, Lewiston, ME
Class of 2021
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Rhetoric, Minor in Theatre
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Relevant Coursework: What is Rhetoric, Screen Studies/Film Theory, Television Criticism, Poetry Writing,
Rhetoric of Woman’s Rights, Playwriting, Applied Voice, Beginning/Advanced Acting
Tilton School, Tilton, NH
Class of 2017
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High Honors, Leadership Award (Ambassador, Dorm Supervisor, International Community Partner), Fine Arts
Prize (Photography), James R. Clements Award in Social Science
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Zzzaydream Media, Concord, NH
May 2017- Present
Founder
• A brand platform for storytelling and exploration of the arts through stills, film and creative writing; a potential
community of motivated, likeminded humans that are expressive and aren’t afraid to pursue their dreams
• Design, market, and sell merchandise (clothing designs, stickers, artwork, etc.) via Teespring.com
Body Covers, Laconia, NH
June 2020- Present
Assistant
• Business assistant working in commerce and production
• Worked primally with artwork, invoices, billing, sales & production of screen-printed products
• Worked around 40 hours a week (Monday-Friday)
Fratellos Italian Risotto, Laconia, NH
June 2019- Present
Waiter
• Ensure the best possible service for all guests
• Fast-paced work environment that requires communication, multitasking, and active teamwork
• Worked 40-50 hours a week including weekends and summer holidays
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ACHIEVEMENTS & ACTIVITIES
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Bates College Dean List: 2020 & 2021
Member of Bates College Varsity Football Team Division III student-athlete in NESCAC Conference
Bates Film Festival, November 2019 | Seminar Level Class: Worked on the marketing team with faculty and
professional advisors to promote Bates’ second annual film festival o In charge of promoting and selecting
events/films for the film festival as part of the Board of Directors
Bates College Audio & Video Technician - Olin Art Center
Study Abroad: CET and FAMU INTERNATIONAL - Prague, Czech Republic (Winter 2020) Work through
the processes of pre-production, production, and post-production to create a 7-10-minute short film shot with
Super 16mm film. Relative Coursework: Pre-Production Narrative, Post-Production Narrative, Introduction to
Soundtrack, Acting Theories, Czech Language (40hrs)
Community Service Trips:
o “The Batey Foundation” – Dominican Republic (Spring 2016 & 2017)
o “Rebuilding Lewiston”, Lewiston, ME (Spring 2018 & 2019)
NOLS: National Outdoor Leadership School (Adirondack Backpacking Expedition), Summer 2014
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Skills: Leadership, Creativity, Organization, Loyalty, Teamwork
Technical Skills: Final Cut, Adobe Photoshop/Lightroom, Film/Photography, YouTube, Social Media Marketing
Interests: Entrepreneurship, Personal Business, Sports, Community Service, Traveling, Film/Television, Soundtracks,
Music & Voice, Media & Entertainment
