Miami, Florida, United States
Hello! My name is William Harless, I am the founder of my digital consulting service @harlessorg. Currently, I am a rising senior at the University of Miami (UMiami), majoring in International Studies and Public Administration, with minors in Japanese Language/Culture, Urban Studies, and Geography & Sustainable Development. I am proficient in Japanese as well! I have worked with a multitude of different organizations/companies in a variety of organizations and companies such as; Harless., LEDGE, SAVE Inc., EDGE Communications LLC., Sarasota County's Democratic Party, The City of Coral Gables, The SEE Alliance, Arc Capital Development, and more. > 10+ Years of Experience in Video Editing (VEGAS, DaVinci, iMovie) > 8+ Years of Experience in Social Media Management (Platforms listed below) > 8+ Years of Experience Studying Japanese Language/Culture > 4.5+ Years of experience within Phone-banking, VoteBuilder, Voter Registration, Fundraising, Community-Outreach Platforms of expertise: YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Twitter "X," LinkedIn, VAN/Votebuilder, ARCGis, MailChimp, etc. Are you a recruiter, or a potential client? Do not hesitate to message me on LinkedIn, or even let me know a time to set-up a meeting! Languages: ENG | 日本語
☆ Established and managing a digital consulting service business specializing in video editing and social media management. • Oversees client projects, leveraging 9 years of experience in video editing with tools like VEGAS and DaVinci, and 6+ years in managing social media across multiple platforms. • Utilizing English and Japanese, to help attract diverse demographics and increase audience engagement.
☆ Drove over 10,000+ impressions for the official INS UMiami Instagram page through strategic content creation and planning. • Coordinating and hosting 5 different diplomats and ambassadors, expanding INS presence within and outside campus.
☆ Maintained overnight security and facility operations for a 119,000 sq. ft. student center, ensuring safety and accessibility of fellow 'Canes! • Responded to and resolved over 2,000+ student inquiries, offering guidance, troubleshooting, and support across university services. • Collected, labeled, and managed 500+ lost items, maintaining accurate records and efficient return protocols. • Assisted in setup and coordination of 100+ campus events, ensuring smooth execution and compliance with university standards. • Fostered a supportive, welcoming environment through consistent communication and proactive problem-solving.
★ Immersed in South Florida’s most competitive political campaigns, helping shape communications, research, and voter strategy for top Democratic candidates during Miami's 2025 local election cycles. • Supported campaign strategy and messaging for leaders including (but not limited to) Mayor Daniella Levine-Cava, City of Miami candidate Eileen Higgins, and State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle. • Strengthened outreach and digital communications through data analysis, targeted voter engagement, and field coordination. • Collaborated with senior staff to refine political branding and narrative consistency across diverse media channels. • Further strengthened my firsthand insight into high-pressure campaign operations, from grassroots organizing to strategic decision-making.
★ Created, maintained, in addition to advertised a digital scholarship database comprising of 300+ scholarships for all students (e.g., high-school, undergraduate, graduate) while supplying 5 templates to ensure student success. • Advanced LGBTQ+ equality and civic engagement through grassroots advocacy, legislative outreach, and public education campaigns across South Florida. • Conducted deep canvassing, petition drives, and phone banking to mobilize residents and strengthen pro-equality coalitions. • Engaged directly with local and state policymakers to promote inclusive ordinances and expand human rights protections. • Supported advocacy trips, public forums, and digital initiatives that countered misinformation and built community power. • Contributed to the SAVE History Project, preserving decades of Miami’s LGBTQ+ activism through storytelling and archival work.