Lauren Hanano

About

Known for my unstoppable drive, I’ve tackled challenges head-on with a positive attitude. Whether walking onto USC’s D1 rowing team with zero experience or cycling from Seattle to Los Angeles without prior road bike training, I thrive on learning fast and working hard. This resilience and determination have shaped my approach to every endeavor.

I’m a Creative Strategist with 8+ years of experience across entertainment and marketing roles. I excel in finding the balance between creativity and analytics for the purpose of meeting business objectives. As the former Product Marketing Manager at Tolstoy, I led key growth initiatives and launched diverse digital products. Currently, I’m a freelance script reader for Lionsgate and an Impact Producer at Iron Light, where I develop and manage campaign strategies for social impact films.

Having lived in Hawaii, Los Angeles, Tel Aviv, Seattle and Tampa, I bring a diverse and unique perspective to my projects. Beyond work, I’m a biking enthusiast, home-cooked meal sharer, and avid reader exploring human behavior.

EDUCATION

Google, UX Design Certificate, March 2021 – Jan. 2022

University of Southern California,
B.A. Film + Media Studies, 2016

EXPERIENCE

Impact Producer, Iron Light Labs, 2023 – Present

Product Marketing Manager, Tolstoy, 2022 – 2023

Marketing Consultant + Web Designer, Freelance, 2021 – Present

Lionsgate, Script Reader, 2019 – Present

Participant Media, Narrative Development Asst, 2018-2019

The Gersh Agency, Agent Trainee + Talent Asst, 2016-2018

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