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Noah Milliken

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Skills Summary

Hardworking, dedicated individual with a strong work ethic, excellent people skills, strategic communications experience, cyber security knowledge, and a desire to succeed. Other notable skills include video game creation, Minecraft server owner, discord server creator/moderator, graphic designer, and social media coordination.

Goals

To obtain experience in the business sector, engage in marketing and communications, further my knowledge on cyber security, complete a degree in strategic communications with a minor in cyber security from Old Dominion University and move on to get my masters in cyber security.

Education

Floyd E. Kellam High School, Virginia Beach, VA

Advanced Diploma, June 2021

Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA

College of Arts and Letters, Strategic Communications
Currently enrolled, senior status

Experience

Old Dominion University, College of Arts and Letters (Apr 2024 - Present)

Managed updating/virtualization of employee files, resolved tech issues, handled phone support for students/faculty, restocked supplies.

For Stage Rentals (Sept 2021 - Sept 2023)

Manage music equipment delivery, setup, use, and breakdown for major performances in the Southeast region of the United States. Communicate with performers, stage managers, and event coordinators. Supervise stagehands assisting with the equipment.

Old Dominion University, Strome College of Business (Oct 2022 - May 2023)

Junior intern for Associate Dean Connie Merriman, developed marketing and communication materials for College of Business majors and events. Utilized Adobe Photoshop, Canva, and applied creative and contemporary approaches to student and community outreach.

Community Service

School Supply Drive

Collected and donated school supplies from three Virginia Beach schools to two elementary schools in Norfolk.

Coat Drive

Collected and donated coats to PB Young Elementary School in Norfolk.

Mountain Seed Foundation

Austrian Healing Base Camp Volunteer- August 2024 Facilitated engaging and therapeutic activities for children of injured soldiers, primarily through mountain climbing in the Austrian alps, providing emotional support and guidance to foster resilience, creativity, and connection in a supportive camp environment. Provided one-on-one attention to children, building trust and offering a compassionate presence, helping them navigate the emotional complexities of family recovery.

Examples of Projects

Discords & Discord Bots:

Created Games:

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Coachella 2023 Event Analysis

Summary

For this COMM 323 Event Analysis project, I chose to examine the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival. My presentation explores key event elements such as target audience demographics, the overall scope of the event, and the marketing strategies that were used to promote the experience. I discussed the importance of integrated marketing communication and multimedia technology in enhancing audience engagement, as well as the effectiveness of influencer partnerships and social media campaigns.

Coachella 2023 attracted over 250,000 attendees across two weekends and featured top-tier music artists such as Bad Bunny, BLACKPINK, and Frank Ocean. In terms of logistics, the festival offered a wide range of accommodations, from general admission to VIP experiences, plus food, art installations, merchandise, and camping services. I also provided a SWOT analysis of the event and offered suggestions for future improvements, such as increasing accessibility and better planning for headliner performances.

In the final portion of the video, I connected my analysis to course themes on leadership, especially transformational leadership, and explained how that style would be ideal for a large, multifaceted event like Coachella. This project not only strengthened my event evaluation skills but also helped me understand how communication strategies play a crucial role in large-scale event management and audience engagement.

Watch My Presentation

Click here to watch my YouTube presentation

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