Taylor Rand
Digital portfolio
ABOUT ME
I was born and raised in Atlanta, GA, where my passion for the
entertainment industry first began. I developed a strong interest
in the industry back in 2016 when I underwent heart transplant
surgery at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta – Egleston Hospital.
During my time at Egleston, I used television, movies, and
music as an outlet to help get through that difficult period, and I
came out the other side with a new appreciation for all the
positives in life. I’ve met some truly amazing people in the
industry, and because of these experiences, my love for
entertainment has only grown stronger.
In May 2024, I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Belmont
University in Nashville, TN, with a major in Creative &
Entertainment Industries and a minor in Music Business. During
my time at Belmont, I interned with great companies and
volunteered at numerous entertainment industry events, red
carpets, award shows, and festivals. Each of these experiences
taught me so much and truly shaped who I am as an
entertainment industry professional.
After graduation, I quickly moved to Los Angeles, CA, where I
began working as a Production Assistant and later as an
Audience Coordinator on various competition reality TV shows.
Currently, I am a part of the NBCUniversal Page Program, a 12-16
month rotational and learning development program for early
careers in the entertainment and media industry.
I am a highly motivated individual, seeking to contribute my
leadership and organizational skills to a dynamic team
environment within Film & TV Production. It combines my love of
creativity, passion for film and television, and desire to learn new
things. It’s a world that keeps you on your toes with new projects,
stories, and visual ideas that are continually explored.
Thank you for checking out my Digital Portfolio and learning a
bit more about me!
Hi, I’m Taylor Rand!
- Taylor
Industry
Experience
Aug 2022 - Dec 2022
Taillight TV, Production Intern
Nashville, TN
Actively participated as a production assistant and crew member on shoots
Jan 2023 - May 2023
The Academy of Country Music, Event Management Intern
Nashville, TN
Assisted with various planning projects for the annual ACM Awards
Created informative documentation, including credential boards, maps, and
venue 411sResearched topics such as venue details, vendor options, and equipment
rentals for company
Sep 2023 - April 2024
The Recording Academy, Songwriters & Composers Wing Membership & Industry
Relations Intern
Nashville, TN
Maintained the Wing’s Big Picture Spreadsheet, tracking information related to
the chapter and national committees across the entire companyAssisted with events such as nominee celebrations, listening sessions, and local
craft sessionsResearched rising songwriters, as well as current & prospective Recording
Academy members
June 2024 -
Oct 2024
Big Brother 26, Production Assistant
Los Angeles, CA
Supported production team, department heads, executives, and crew members
on long-running, 24/7 reality television showPerformed variety of tasks, including runs for departments, competition testing,
stand-ins, crafty restocks, and facilitating live show audiencesAssisted with signage, equipment checkouts, and various other duties
Ensured compliance with confidentiality agreements and protocols, including
security measures and social media monitoring, to prevent game interference
Oct 2024 -
Dec 2024
On-Camera Audiences, Audience Coordinator
Los Angeles, CA
Worked with television production companies to manage live television studio
audiences, including general and VIP guests, for Dancing with the Stars & The
Masked SingerProvided support to crew members, studio lot pages, and additional staff to
ensure a lively and engaging atmosphere during live shows
Jan 2025 -
Present
NBCUniversal, West Coast Page
Los Angeles, CA
Assignment 1: USG Production Finance and FP&A
Coordinate calendars for Head of USG Production Finance and SVP of Finance, ensuring smooth communication with team members and external partners
Generate weekly Excel-based Data Aging reports to identify overdue vendor payments and improve payment timelines across all productions
Source documentation from EP Scenechronize for locked budget/ad hoc projects and subpoenas
Update monthly USG Production Summary, tracking the status, financials, and personnel of all active and passive co-productions
Feb 2023 -
65th GRAMMY Awards & Clive Davis Pre-GRAMMY Gala, Red Carpet Talent Escort
Los Angeles, CA
Responsible for guiding talent and their team down the red carpet
Coordinated media outlets and press with talent’s team for interviews and photos
Feb 2023 -
MusiCares Persons of the Year Honoring Berry Gordy & Smokey Robinson, Volunteer
Los Angeles, CA
Greeted talent, industry VIPs, and guests in venue
Maintained crowd control at front of house
Apr 2022 -
CMT Music Awards, Talent Escort
Nashville, TN
Assisted and guided talent and their team during rehearsals and award show
Provided additional support for production crew
Volunteer
Experience
Jun 2018 - Dec 2023
Work
Experience
Word of Mouth Restaurants, Valenza Restaurant Dining Room Hostess
Brookhaven, GA
Worked with waitstaff, kitchen, and managers to ensure a luxury guest experience
Managed 50-100 reservations per shift through phone and OpenTable platform
Trained new hostess staff for 200-seat, gourmet restaurant
Belmont University, Nashville, TN
B.S. in Creative and Entertainment Industries
Education
Aug 2020 -
May 2024
Minor: Music Business
Honors & Awards: Magna Cum Laude, Alpha Chi National College Honor Society - Tennessee Eta Chapter, Dean’s List (8 consecutive semesters)
Involvement/Leadership: Phi Mu – Theta Chapter (Greek Sing Logistics Chair, Assistant Philanthropy Chair), Belmont Service Corps, GRAMMY U, Music Row Promo, Showcase Series, Women in Film & TV Production
Academic Examples
ESSAYS
The Rising Consumption of Short-Form
Content & The Impact on TV & Movies
Decision-Making & Analytics in Entertainment, 2023
PROJECTS
Bloom Consulting Company
Universal Music Group Pitch
Managing Organizations in CEI, 2022
Heart Transplants & The Effects on Mental Health
Third Year Writing, 2023
Barbie Final Marketing Plan
Entertainment Distribution & Promotion, 2022
Let’s Connect!
Thank you for stopping by my Digital Portfolio! Feel free to check out my formal resume and cover letter, as well as my socials. Please reach out to connect with me or to ask any questions you may have!