Ethan Golub
Creative Professional, Video Editor, Outdoor Enthusiast · Blue Man Group
Los Angeles, CA
In My Own Words
Dedicated video creator specializing in outdoor gear reviews with 15+ years experience into the production, marketing, music and casting industries. Flexible, detail-oriented, confident self-starter, with a strong work ethic, great people skills, and sense of humor. Proven record of leading teams, managing complex calendars, and seeing projects through to completion. Lover of camping, hiking, and the outdoors!
Work Experience
Blue Man
Blue Man Group2012 – Present
• Perform shows, mentor, and train new Blue Men for the Las Vegas, NYC, Chicago, Boston, Orlando, and National/International tours. • Conduct press interviews and talk backs with youth and VIPs. • Content creation for social media channels (6.2 million followers across all platforms). • Partnered with various organizations including Autism Speaks, the NHL, Google, Get Your Teach On, National Finals Rodeo, Girl Scouts, and Cirque du Soleil.
Writer / Videographer / Video Editor / Graphic Designer
Pack Travel Hike2023 – Present
On my YouTube channel, Pack Travel Hike, I combine information and comedy together to bring the audience a fun way of learning about outdoor gear reviews, tips for travel, and packing tips.
I research, strategize, write, direct, film, and edit all videos in addition to designing all graphics and assets for the channel.
Director of Operations / Talent Buyer
The Write-Off Room2019 – Present
• Analyze, develop, implement, and streamline operational systems and communications for a popular music/comedy venue in Studio City, CA. • Secure international talent and negotiate contracts for top Artists, assess and order all product, and manage payroll. • Create and disseminate all internal/external contracts, electronic press kits, data and metric tracking spreadsheets. • Devise strategies to grow revenue and increase exposure.
Staff Casting Director
Central Casting2020 – 2021
• Lead a team in managing and casting talent for film and TV. • Achieved a four-fold increase in productivity while utilizing and establishing a new casting system. • Partnered with senior production to assess, challenge casting norms and secure talent based on client’s aesthetic needs, meeting budget expectations. • Disseminated dynamic schedules and on-set information between actors and production. • Clients include: Disney, Hulu, Apple TV+, Nickelodeon, FX, Limelight, CBS, 20th Television, Lionsgate, Universal Television, ABC Signature, Viacom, Warner Bros Television, and more.
Educator
School of Rock2016 – 2018
Music instructor. • Taught percussion and guitar lessons to students ages 5-65. • Lead group ensemble classes for youth, taught private lessons, and created individualized plans for sustained growth.
Studio Guide
Universal Studios Hollywood2011 – 2012
Sharing vast production knowledge with 170 visitors per tour of the Universal Studios backlot. Information spanned from pre-production to post-production. Answered all guests questions related to the filmmaking and production process.
Specialist
Apple2011 – 2012
Fixing and educating customers on Apple’s line of products, services, and applications.
Lead Casting Director
Sande Alessi Casting2009 – 2010
• As department lead, cast talent for TV shows and film. • Worked with A-list directors, producers, assistant directors, and all levels of production to deliver production’s aesthetic vision while negotiating rates to keep on budget. • Shows included: Glee (Fox), CSI (CBS), The League (FX), Big Time Rush (Nickelodeon), Water for Elephants (Fox), and Greek (ABC Family) to name a few.
Agent Assistant
WME (William Morris Endeavor)2008 – 2008
Acted as an extension of music agent. • Tracked contracts and payments. • Communicated with buyers and Artist management to facilitate venue booking agreements. • Rolled and screened calls on a heavy desk.
Intern
Christophe Beck2007 – 2008
Mixing/editing cues, communication with directors/producers, and recording prep for Fred Claus (WB) and Phoebe in Wonderland (Sundance).
Summer Intern
20th Century Fox Film Corporation2007 – 2007
Responsibilities included script breakdowns, multi-line phone answering, courier runs, mail distribution, and research for the Fox films The Simpsons Movie, The Rocker, Hitman, and All About Steve.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - BA
The University of KansasProjects
Pack Travel Hike
https://YouTube.com/@PackTravelHikeOn my YouTube channel, Pack Travel Hike, I combine information and comedy together to bring the audience a fun way of learning about outdoor gear reviews, tips for travel, and packing tips.
I research, strategize, write, direct, film, and edit all videos in addition to designing all graphics and assets for the channel.
The Write-Off Room
I created promotional materials for a popular music/comedy venue in Los Angeles, CA. This includes directing photoshoots, designing, and delivering final products using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
Blue Man Group
Write, direct, film, and edit internal and external Blue Man Group content.
Logos
Logos created using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop.
