Timeline of Experience

Media Production is just small part of what makes Sean a dynamic visionary with expertise in multiple fields.
Passion and a commitment to helping others find their passion are the driving forces in Sean’s life.
Sean Russell enjoys sharing his knowledge with others as a public speaker.
Overview of Experience
Reading through Sean Russell’s timeline, some items might seem insignificant at first glance. They’ve been included to provide context to his background and continued perseverance over the decades when it comes to becoming one of the most effective communicators on the planet.
Supporting Education and Children
  • 2003 – Became a substitute teacher for Broward County Public Schools
  • 2004 – Offered two full-time positions at the end of the school year at Mirror Lake and Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2004 – Started teaching Fitness – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2004 – Hired as an aftercare counselor – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2005 – Started teaching Technology – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2005 – Launched the website Chesteriscoool.com
  • 2006 – Promoted to Aftercare Supervisor – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2006 – Graduated with a degree in Communications, majoring in Television Production and minoring in Education – Florida International University
  • 2007 – Promoted to the position of Micro-computer tech specialist – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2007 – Selected as the employee of the year – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2007 – Became a finalist for Broward County Public Schools’ District Employee of the year
  • 2007 – Hired as a summer camp program supervisor – Town of Davie
  • 2009 – Developed and piloted the first Summer Camp program owned and operated by a Broward County Public School
  • 2014 – Hired as the District Webmaster – Broward County Public Schools
  • 2015 – Launched Geekfon Society
  • 2015 – Registered Chester is Cool as a nonprofit organization
  • 2016 – Honored as the employee of the month – Broward County Public Schools
  • 2016 – Joined the nonprofit organization Animal Hero Kids as a media director and board member
  • 2016 – Served on the Schoolapalooza events committee for the nonprofit HANDY Inc.
  • 2017 – Became co-chair for the Programs Committee – HANDY Inc.
  • 2017 – Resigned from the position of District Webmaster
Media Production and Marketing Background
  • 1991 – Placed third in Broward County’s “What ITV Means to Me” essay competition
  • 1993 – Won first place in the school’s literacy fair in the Children’s Story category at Pines Middle School
  • 1996 – Accepted into the television magnet program at Hallandale High
  • 1997 – Developed the name Lesaruss as a part of a branding assignment in class and launched a part time business building client websites and videos
  • 1999 – Selected as the only Broward County student representative for NBC’s Junior Broadcaster’s program
  • 1999 – Landed an internship with the Florida Marlins
  • 2000 – Graduated from Hallandale High
  • 2000 – Hired by the Florida Marlins to manage their website for their live televised auction that raised over $30,000 for their Community Foundation
  • 2000 – Received a scholarship from the Florida Marlins and attended Florida International University
  • 2003 – Launched Anime3000.com
  • 2005 – Launched the website Chesteriscool.com
  • 2006 – Graduated from Florida International University with a degree in Communications, majoring in Television Production and minoring in Education
  • 2007 – Incorporated Lesaruss Inc.
  • 2007 – Launched Topspotusa.com, a media channel that focused on showcasing alternative rock, Hip Hop and EDM musicians
  • 2007 – Worked as a production assistant for the MTV Music Video Awards
  • 2010 – Started writing for New Times Magazine
  • 2012 – Served as one of the first writers for the news section at Crunchyroll.com
  • 2014 – Hired as the District Webmaster for Broward County Public Schools in the Marketing and Communications department
  • 2015 – Launched Geekfon Society, which produced media content for creative artists and entrepreneurs
  • 2015 – Registered Chester is Cool as a nonprofit organization
  • 2015 – Launched Soflo Vegans that aims to make South Florida a global hotspot for vegans through live events and media content
  • 2016 – Honored as the employee of the month for Broward County Public Schools
  • 2016 – Joined the nonprofit organization Animal Hero Kids as a media director and board member
  • 2016 – Became a media sponsor for the nonprofit MASS District
  • 2016 – Served on the events committee for the nonprofit HANDY Inc.
  • 2017 – Became a co-chair for the Programs Committee at HANDY Inc.
  • 2017 – Became chair for the marketing committee for SEED Food and Wine Week in Miami
  • 2017 – Co-founder and organizer for the nonprofit iEXISTential that is helping to promote the arts in Fort Lauderdale
Entrepreneurial Spirit
  • 1987 – Sold paper puppets for a nickel a piece in the second grade
  • 1988 – Helped carry groceries for neighbors
  • 1989 – Babysitter for next door neighbors
  • 1992 – Went door to door washing cars
  • 1993 – Sold candy and snacks to students at school
  • 1994 – Went business to business during the summer offering to pass out flyers
  • 1997 – Launched Lesaruss as a project in the tenth grade and began producing websites and videos for clients
  • 2003 – Launched Anime3000.com, a website focused on Japanese cartoons and comics
  • 2005 – Launched Chesteriscoool.com, an online resource for elementary schools
  • 2007 – Incorporated Lesaruss Inc.
  • 2007 – Launched Topspotusa.com, a media channel showcasing alternative rock, Hip Hop and Electronic artists
  • 2015 – Launched Geekfon Society, a media channel and community helping fans discover their passion and purpose
  • 2015 – Registered Chester is Cool as a nonprofit organization
  • 2015 – Launched Soflo Vegans with the goal of turning South Florida into a global hotspot for vegans
  • 2017 – Launched the nonprofit iEXISTential with the goal of making Fort Lauderdale a cultural hub for the arts
Detailed Work Experience
  • 1994 – Sold newspaper subscription door to door – Sun-Sentinel
  • 1996 – Hired as a bagger – Winn-Dixie
  • 1997 – Promoted to a cashier and customer service representative – Winn-Dixie
  • 1998 – Promoted as a front-end manager – Winn-Dixie
  • 1999 – Landed an internship with the Florida Marlins
  • 2000 – Worked as a customer service representative – U-Haul
  • 2000 – Hired by the Florida Marlins to manage their website for their live televised auction that raised over $30,000 for their Community Foundation
  • 2000 – Hired as a customer service representative – Discovery Zone
  • 2001 – Started working at World of Science in Pembroke Lakes Mall
  • 2001 – Hired as a cashier – Babies R Us
  • 2002 – Selected as employee of the month – Babies R Us
  • 2003 – Became a substitute teacher – Broward County Public Schools
  • 2004 – Offered two full-time positions at the end of the school year at Mirror Lake and Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2004 – Started teaching Fitness – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2004 – Hired as an aftercare counselor – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2005 – Started teaching Technology – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2006 – Promoted to Aftercare Supervisor – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2006 – Became a shift supervisor – Blockbuster Video
  • 2006 – Worked as a surveyor – Whole Foods
  • 2007 – Promoted to the position of Micro-computer tech specialist – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2007 – Selected as the employee of the year – Silver Ridge Elementary
  • 2007 – Became a finalist for Broward County Public Schools’ District Employee of the year
  • 2007 – Hired as a summer camp program supervisor – Town of Davie
  • 2007 – Worked as a production assistant for the MTV Music Video Awards
  • 2009 – Developed and piloted the first Summer Camp program owned and operated by a Broward County Public School
  • 2010 – Started music column – New Times Magazine
  • 2012 – Served as one of the first writers for the news program at Crunchyroll.com
  • 2014 – Hired as the District Webmaster – Broward County Public Schools
  • 2016 – Honored as the employee of the month – Broward County Public Schools
  • 2016 – Joined the nonprofit organization Animal Hero Kids as a media director and board member
  • 2016 – Became a media sponsor for the nonprofit MASS District
  • 2016 – Served on the events committee for the nonprofit HANDY Inc.
  • 2017 – Became a co-chair for the Programs Committee – HANDY Inc.
  • 2017 – Became chair of the marketing committee – SEED Food and Wine
  • 2017 – Co-founder and organizer for the nonprofit iEXISTential
Sean Russell is a professional with a genuine wish for your success. Animal Hero Kids is fortunate to benefit from Sean’s expertise and methodology, from the two pages of goals for our marketing plan to Sean’s timetable of achieving them, our association is a win-win.
Susan Hargreaves

Founder/Author, Animal Hero Kids

Mr. Russell possesses a calm strength, a quality others strive to achieve. With Mr. Russell’s help, anyone can attack and conquer the most challenging assignments.
Valerie Goode

Former, Director of Marketing and Communications, Broward County Public Schools

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