M.S. AI MARKETING @ WVU
Adaryus R. Gillum

The AI-Augmented Strategist

Bridging Human Intuition and Machine Precision through data science, spatial computing, and strategic marketing.

250+
Flight Hours
35+
Certifications
16K+
Photos Taken
3.17
GPA
Python R SPSS/SAS Tableau K-Means NLP LiDAR VR/AR GIS/CAD LLMs
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STRATEGIST
โœˆ๏ธFAA Part 107
๐Ÿ›ธTransport Canada RPAS
๐Ÿ“ŠGoogle Analytics 4
๐Ÿ”Google Ads Search
๐ŸŽApple Search Ads
๐Ÿ“ฑHubSpot SEO I & II
๐Ÿ“ฃHubSpot Social Media
๐Ÿฆ‰Hootsuite Platform
๐Ÿ’ผLinkedIn Marketing
๐Ÿ“MS Office Master
๐ŸคNegotiation Professional
๐Ÿ”ฌCITI Research
๐ŸฅNaloxone Training
๐Ÿ“‹Insurance Producer (WV)
๐Ÿ“‹Insurance Producer (WA)
๐ŸŒฟMedical Cannabis Specialist
โš—๏ธCO2 Extraction Certified
๐ŸงชShort Path Distillation
๐ŸšจICS-100/200
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธNIMS/NRF
โœˆ๏ธFAA Part 107
๐Ÿ›ธTransport Canada RPAS
๐Ÿ“ŠGoogle Analytics 4
๐Ÿ”Google Ads Search
๐ŸŽApple Search Ads
๐Ÿ“ฑHubSpot SEO I & II
๐Ÿ“ฃHubSpot Social Media
๐Ÿฆ‰Hootsuite Platform
๐Ÿ’ผLinkedIn Marketing
๐Ÿ“MS Office Master

Academic Foundation

Building expertise at the intersection of marketing, data science, and emerging technology

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Master of Science in AI Marketing
West Virginia University
Fall 2025 โ€“ Expected August 2026
AI Consumer Behavior CRM Systems Strategic AI Communications
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Bachelor of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications
West Virginia University
Awarded May 2025 โ€ข GPA: 3.17
Advertising Public Relations Digital Media Social Media Strategy

Relevant Coursework

IMC CapstoneA
Social Media CampaignsA+
Social Media StrategyA
Social Media ApplicationsA-
Advertising CopywritingA
Media Planning/StrategyA
Audience PsychologyA-
Audience InsightsB+
Intro to Advertising & PRB+
Branded ContentB-
IMC PrinciplesB
Media & SocietyB
Media WritingB
Media ToolsB-
Media Ethics and LawC-

Professional Credentials

35+ industry certifications spanning drone operations, digital marketing, and specialized sciences

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Drone Operations & GIS
2 Certifications
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FAA Part 107: Small UAS Pilot
Federal Aviation Administration
Mar 2021
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RPAS Pilot (Advanced/Basic)
Transport Canada
Feb 2024
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Digital Marketing & Analytics
9 Certifications
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Google Analytics 4 Certification
Google
Nov 2024
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Google Ads Search Certification
Google
Dec 2023
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Apple Search Ads Certification
Apple
Jan 2025
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Certified Marketing Insider
LinkedIn
Jun 2024
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Hootsuite Platform Certification
Hootsuite
Oct 2024
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SEO I & II
HubSpot
Oct 2024
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Social Media Marketing I & II
HubSpot
Oct 2024
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Professional & Insurance
4 Certifications
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Microsoft Office Specialist: Master
Microsoft
Mar 2021
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Negotiation Professional
American Negotiation Institute
Aug 2024
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Insurance Producer (Accident/Health/Life)
West Virginia
Aug 2024
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Insurance Producer (Life, Disability)
Washington State
Aug 2024
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Medical Cannabis Specialization
5 Certifications
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Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders
University of Colorado
Oct 2023
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Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders
University of Colorado
Oct 2023
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Healthy Aging and the Future of Cannabis
University of Colorado
Oct 2023
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History of Medical Cannabis
University of Colorado
Oct 2023
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Specialization in Medical Cannabis
University of Colorado
Oct 2023
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CO2 Extraction System Training
4 Certifications
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2000-20LD "Transformer" CO2 Extraction System
Apeks Supercritical
Feb 2020
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Certified Short Path Distillation Technician
Apeks Supercritical
Feb 2020
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Extraction Theory
Apeks Supercritical
Feb 2020
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Pre & Post Processing Techniques
Apeks Supercritical
Feb 2020
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Emergency Management (FEMA/EMI)
6 Certifications
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IS-00005.a: Intro to Hazardous Materials
EMI โ€ข 1.00 CEU
Aug 2024
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IS-00100.c: Intro to ICS (ICS-100)
EMI โ€ข 0.20 CEU
Jun 2024
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IS-00200.c: Basic ICS (ICS-200)
EMI โ€ข 0.40 CEU
Aug 2024
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IS-00700.b: Intro to NIMS
EMI โ€ข 0.40 CEU
Aug 2024
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IS-00703.b: NIMS Resource Management
EMI โ€ข 0.40 CEU
Aug 2024
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IS-00800.d: National Response Framework
EMI โ€ข 0.30 CEU
Aug 2024
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Health & Safety
2 Certifications
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Responsible Conduct of Research (Score: 96)
CITI Program / WVU
Mar 2024
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Naloxone Training
WVDII
Sep 2023

Professional Journey

From drone operations to digital marketing strategy

Research Apprentice
WVU Integrated Construction Informatics Lab
Jan 2024 โ€“ Present
Morgantown, WV
Spearheaded integration of drone-captured LiDAR data into immersive VR/AR environments, creating real-time interactive models for remote industrial inspection
Translated detailed 3D maps into virtual reality platforms for interactive analysis, enhancing remote inspection capabilities in construction informatics
Applied advanced mathematical modeling to improve inspection accuracy and contribute to safety sustainability research
LiDAR VR/AR 3D Modeling Construction Informatics
Drone Pilot & Founder
ELEVATED IMAGING LLC โ€ข Zeitview โ€ข CBRE โ€ข Site Technologies
Jan 2021 โ€“ Present
Remote / Hybrid
Established LLC "ELEVATED IMAGING" in August 2021 and accumulated over 250 hours of professional flight time
Specialize in Aerial LiDAR mapping and perform detailed inspections for enterprise clients including Zeitview, CBRE, and Site Technologies
Utilize CAD and GIS software to process complex topographical data for engineering and real estate compliance
Develop strategic flight plans to optimize data collection and ensure high-fidelity outputs
FAA Part 107 LiDAR Mapping CAD GIS Enterprise Clients
Media Consultant
Prospect & Price Creative
Aug 2023 โ€“ May 2024
Morgantown, WV
Developed and executed strategic marketing plans leveraging digital, print, and video channels for local businesses
Managed end-to-end marketing campaigns with data-backed market research to optimize spend
Ensured all campaigns adhered to strict advertising regulations and ethical standards
Marketing Strategy Digital Marketing Campaign Management Analytics
Graduation Photographer
Balfour & Co.
Oct 2021 โ€“ Present
Various Locations
Photographed over 16,000 graduates at more than 35 ceremonies
Managed high-volume, high-pressure photography operations with precision timing
Photography Event Management High Volume
Short Path Distillation & Extraction Technician
Mountaineer Green Ventures
Aug 2019 โ€“ Nov 2023
West Virginia
Specialized in cannabis extraction processes using CO2 extraction systems
Managed rotary evaporation and employed Faulkner lipid filtration techniques
Preserved terpenes using distillation and cold trapping methods
CO2 Extraction Short Path Distillation Lab Techniques Quality Control

Case Studies & Work

AI-driven solutions, academic projects, and creative ventures

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IMC CAPSTONE

WV Kicks IMC Plan

Comprehensive 70-page IMC Capstone plan built around "Every Sneaker Has a Story." Included SWOT analysis, competitive analysis, Explorer/Creator archetypes, and TV/OOH media strategies.

IMC 459 Grade: A 70 Pages
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GO-TO-MARKET

FlexTrack Smart Bands

Full product launch strategy for AI-enabled fitness hardware. Created "Pulse Loop" brand identity with psychological trigger mapping for user retention.

AI Form Correction Launch Framework
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NLP ANALYSIS

Logitech Sentiment Analysis

MKTG 435 analysis on Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT 2. Observed positive sentiment driven by 60g weight and precise sensor. Identified durability as primary churn risk.

NLP Consumer Insights
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MACHINE LEARNING

K-Means Clustering Assignment

Applied k-means clustering for customer segmentation and k-NN algorithm for nearest-neighbor analysis based on movie ratings. Built algorithm from scratch.

MKTG 435 Python
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SOCIAL MEDIA

Goodbois Marketing Plan

MKTG 475 social media marketing plan for regional pet store seeking 20% increase in online sales using Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest.

Social Strategy 20% Growth Target
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RESEARCH

VR in Business & Digital Transformation

JRL 432 research on VR/AR marketing applications including Volvo's virtual test-drive and IKEA's VR app for home furnishing visualization.

VR/AR Digital Transformation
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ADVERTISING

Crumbl Cookie Campaign

ADV 315S campaign strategy "Cookies: Reimagined" emphasizing rotating flavors and pink box trademark across traditional and digital media.

Copywriting Creative Strategy
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BEHAVIORAL

Abel Insurance Observational Study

ADPR 421S research using auditory cues to analyze how clients make renewal decisions. Provided strategy recommendations based on observed patterns.

Audience Insights Qualitative Research
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BUSINESS PLAN

Heritage Bloom

Investor-ready cannabis business plan with AI-Driven Marketing Plan focusing on compliance-aware AI content and campaign automation.

Business Strategy AI Marketing
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DEVELOPMENT

The Vance Occupant Game

Interactive text-based horror adventure game with branching narrative design, built using Python/JS text-adventure logic.

Python JavaScript Game Design
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AI ENGINEERING

Local LLM Setup & Fine-Tuning

Created custom conversational assistant for marketing workflows with local deployment and fine-tuning capabilities.

LLM Fine-Tuning Automation
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CREATIVE AI

Stable Diffusion Pipeline

Established AI-generated asset and automation pipeline for branding and campaigns using Stable Diffusion.

Stable Diffusion Asset Generation

Technical Proficiency

Data science, marketing technology, and specialized operations

AI & Data Science

Python 90%
R 85%
SPSS / SAS 80%
Tableau 85%
LLM / Prompt Engineering 92%
K-Means / Clustering 85%
NLP / Sentiment Analysis 88%

Marketing & Technology

Google Analytics 4 Google Ads Apple Search Ads HubSpot CRM Salesforce Hootsuite SEO / SEM Programmatic Ads Brand24 Social Listening VR/AR Integration LiDAR Mapping CAD Software GIS Platforms Unity 3D Modeling Stable Diffusion Local LLM Setup MS Office Suite Adobe Creative
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Licensed Drone Pilot

FAA Part 107 & Transport Canada RPAS certified. 250+ flight hours conducting precision LiDAR surveys and 3D mapping for enterprise clients.

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VR/AR Integration

Translating drone-captured LiDAR data into immersive VR/AR environments for industrial inspection and construction informatics.

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AI & LLM Engineering

Local LLM deployment, fine-tuning, prompt chain development, and Stable Diffusion pipelines for marketing workflows.

Let's Build Something Extraordinary

Looking for roles where I can deploy AI agents, optimize prompt frameworks, and build data-driven marketing engines.

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Location
Morgantown, WV
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Ready to collaborate?

I'm currently open to new opportunities in AI marketing, data science applications, and spatial computing integration. Let's discuss how my unique blend of technical operations and strategic marketing can drive results for your organization.

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