Candidate:

Mr. Air Force & Ads

About Me:

I’ve always had a passion for the movie industry and have worked in many roles supporting it, from movie theater usher to production assistant and art department. Now after 9 years in the military and after 4 years working in big tech; I am dead set on learning the business skills to lead an entertainment organization from the front.

Schools:

Target School: UCLA Anderson

Considering: NYU Stern, Columbia

See More Profiles For: UCLA Anderson

Application Status: Open

Details:

Undergrad School: Florida A&M University

Undergrad Major: Business Admin

GPA: 3.2

GRE: 325

Age: 33, Ethnicity: Black or African American

Other Degree/Certification: M.S. Media Management

School Name: The New School

Extracurriculars: High School Mentor | Vlog (Black Business News)

Work History:

Title: Account Manager

Industry: Marketing

Company: Fortune 100 Top 10

Length of Employment: 4 yrs, 1 mos

Title: Command and Control Officer

Industry: Government / Military

Company: Air Force

Length of Employment: 8 yrs, 11 mos

Big Life Wins:

– The main instructor for a non-profit focused on increasing minority talent in the advertising industry.
– Meritorious Service Medal

Post MBA Goal:

– Short Term: Brand Manager for Media Brands (NBC, Disney, Paramount)
– Long Term: Own and run a production company focused on telling stories for people of color

Odds:

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The Experts Rate The Odds At: 25%

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Patty Keegan, Fortuna Admissions | Odds Assessment: 25%

Hello, Mr. Air Force & Ads. Thank you for your many years of service in the Air Force. Your commitment to serving the country is a remarkable achievement, and business schools welcome individuals like you who possess exceptional leadership skills. Your experiences and insights can greatly enrich the learning environment.

Your energy and enthusiasm jump off the page! They demonstrate your passion for making an impact. It’s commendable that you have set bold short- and long-term goals. For your short term goal, you may need to take smaller steps to reach your ultimate objectives in the industry you’re truly passionate about, so be sure to continue to grow your network and let your enthusiasm shine brightly!

Your involvement in non-profit work within the advertising industry is unique …

Hello, Mr. Air Force & Ads. Thank you for your many years of service in the Air Force. Your commitment to serving the country is a remarkable achievement, and business schools welcome individuals like you who possess exceptional leadership skills. Your experiences and insights can greatly enrich the learning environment.

Your energy and enthusiasm jump off the page! They demonstrate your passion for making an impact. It’s commendable that you have set bold short- and long-term goals. For your short term goal, you may need to take smaller steps to reach your ultimate objectives in the industry you’re truly passionate about, so be sure to continue to grow your network and let your enthusiasm shine brightly!

Your involvement in non-profit work within the advertising industry is unique and impressive, and I encourage you to highlight this experience in your application.

Although your GPA is below the 3.45 average at Anderson, your competitive GRE score and your MS in Media Management provide valuable assets to your profile. These achievements showcase your academic capabilities and specialized knowledge in a relevant field. By emphasizing these strengths, you might mitigate concern regarding your GPA.

Your profile is intriguing, and top schools will undoubtedly be interested in learning more about your unique journey.

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