Frank Byungura
Charlotte
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven ability to align cross-departmental objectives, driving high-quality and timely production while fostering long-term customer loyalty. Recognized for creative and innovative problem-solving skills, with expertise in workflow optimization, process re-engineering, and strategic scheduling techniques. A consistent track record of delivering superior results for industry-leading publication conglomerates underscores a commitment to excellence and operational efficiency. Passionate about leveraging strengths to enhance team performance and achieve organizational goals.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Consulting Practice Manager
James Landing Veterinary Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated financial skills, managed practice budget, analyzed budget variance and implemented action plans.
- Executed in-clinic operational initiatives and managed scheduling and billing processes to full satisfaction of staff and patients.
- Conducted clinic operations with precision and compassion, identified process gaps and implemented practical solutions.
Director of Business Development
The Byungura Foundation
12.2022 - Current
- As Director of Business Growth at the Byungura Foundation, I am responsible for securing funding, building strategic partnerships, and driving the foundation’s long-term sustainability. I manage the grant application process, ensuring we have a strong pipeline of funding opportunities while also developing relationships with key donors and corporate partners. I led the overhaul of the foundation’s website, refining the messaging and media to build credibility and trust with potential funders. I have worked on multiple large-scale activations with organizations like Beast Philanthropy, Boys & Girls Club, and Feeding America, helping coordinate efforts that drive real impact in underserved communities. My focus is on scaling the foundation’s reach, ensuring financial stability, and positioning the organization as a trusted leader in the nonprofit space.
Social Media Marketing Consultant | Photographer
Grade A Productions
12.2021 - Current
- Participated in client meetings to ascertain needs and requirements and determine course of action to help clients be successful.
- Corresponded weekly with clients to discuss campaign strategy and ways to improve engagement for social media marketing activities.
- Updated and monitored clients' social media sites so that content was fresh and relevant.
- Monitored and evaluated website analytics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Completed keyword research and analyzed competitor SEO and PPC campaigns to identify gaps and opportunities.
- Managed search engine marketing budgets and tracked campaign performance.
- Maximized strategic approaches by keeping close eye on performance and making appropriate adjustments.
Chief Executive Officer
Studio 925 LLC
08.2018 - Current
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
Campaign Manager | Camera Operator | Social Media Consultant
Journeys
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Developed policy positions and wrote public statements outlining stances.
- Networked among donors and fundraised to generate money for campaign.
- Planned and executed events with public and private donors.
- Utilized social media advantageously for free and persuasive media.
Director of Photography/ Camera Operator
MrBeast YouTube, LLC
06.2019 - 12.2022
- Managed and directed external and freelance photographers to deliver on-location photo projects.
- Participated in studio intake sessions to maximize success of shoots and sets.
- Researched current technology trends to acquire better images.
- Collaborated with producers, identified external talent and grew network of local and global photographers for photographic initiatives.
- Achieved art and photo budget goals by providing oversight for invoicing, coding and vendor arrangement.
- Created innovative advertising campaigns that successfully generated increased brand awareness and recognition.
- Oversaw implementation of editing, color correction and other post-production processes.
- Collaborated with marketing and advertising teams to maintain brand consistency across campaigns.
Social Media Campaign Editor
Netflix
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Edited social content for Netflix’s “The Gray Man”
- Prepared, rewrote, and edited pieces to improve readability and impact.
- Selected relevant images to accompany content for maximum impact.
Creative Director | Camera Operator
Chipotle Mexican Grill
04.2022 - 04.2022
- - Filmed, directed, and guided creativity for a world-wide commercial broadcast.
- - Worked directly with the producers, director of photography, and the rest of crew in launching Chipotle’s Pollo Asado.
- - Worked directly with Karl Jacobs, talent, as camera operator.
- - Stepped in as an actor, playing the role of Karl Jacobs’s camera man.
Camera Operator
YouTube
10.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted in Filming YouTube’s “Creator Games” Original Series
- Operated television studio cameras during live production.
- Set up equipment for inside and outside shots.
Camera Operator
#TeamSeas
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Set up and operated remote cameras for live video feeds.
- Framed shots and operated jib arm and dolly for smooth camera movement.
- Utilized various camera formats and lenses for different lighting scenarios.
- Communicated with talent to achieve desired results.
- Worked with directors to capture desired shots.
- Developed and implemented innovative camera techniques, angles and setting to capture footage.
Restaurant Specialist
Chipotle
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Veterinary Technician
Sheets Pet Clinic
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
Photographer
East Carolina University
- 1 year 11 months
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
East Carolina University
Greenville, North Carolina05-2022
High School Diploma -
Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School
05-2018
Certificate - Entreprenurship
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2022
Skills
- Project Management
- Strategy development
- Investment allocations
- Google analytics
- Media activity execution
- Creative direction
Websites
Publications
Local Photographer Shares Life and Dreams Behind the Lens
Timeline
Consulting Practice Manager
James Landing Veterinary Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Director of Business Development
The Byungura Foundation
12.2022 - Current
Campaign Manager | Camera Operator | Social Media Consultant
Journeys
07.2022 - 12.2022
Social Media Campaign Editor
Netflix
07.2022 - 07.2022
Creative Director | Camera Operator
Chipotle Mexican Grill
04.2022 - 04.2022
Social Media Marketing Consultant | Photographer
Grade A Productions
12.2021 - Current
Camera Operator
YouTube
10.2021 - 10.2021
Camera Operator
#TeamSeas
09.2021 - 10.2021
Director of Photography/ Camera Operator
MrBeast YouTube, LLC
06.2019 - 12.2022
Restaurant Specialist
Chipotle
06.2019 - 10.2020
Chief Executive Officer
Studio 925 LLC
08.2018 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Sheets Pet Clinic
09.2017 - 08.2019
Photographer
East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
East Carolina University
High School Diploma -
Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School
Certificate - Entreprenurship
East Carolina University
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