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David Wagstaff V
7 Brewerytown Court,
Philadelphia, PA 19121
Cell: (650) 391-3914 | Email: david@davidwagstaff.org
Portfolio: davidwagstaff.org/portfolio
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WORK EXPERIENCE
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Israel Elite Hockey League (IEHL) - Director, Photography
Philadelphia, PA (Hybrid) | March 2025 – Present
- Lead all photography coverage for team games, practices, community events, media days, sponsorship activations, and league events
- Capture, edit, and deliver high-quality photography in real time for social media, digital platforms, marketing campaigns, and internal use
- Manage and maintain photography workflows, equipment inventory, archival systems, and digital asset organization
- Collaborate closely with social media, marketing, creative, video, and partnership teams to develop visually compelling content campaigns
- Manage and mentor photographers, freelancers, interns, and external vendors as needed
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University of Pennsylvania Football - Manager, Football Video and Creative Content
Philadelphia, PA (On-Site) | March 2025 - September 2025
- Filmed practices capturing multi-angle footage tailored for coaching review, player development, and scouting purposes.
- Assisted in editing and producing highlight reels, social media clips, and promotional videos
- Planned, created, and delivered digital content that supported recruiting efforts, game-day promotions, and overall program
visibility
- Managed and organized video assets within team platforms, including INFLCR, DVSport, Penn Media Servers, and more.
- Contributed innovative ideas to strengthen Penn Football’s visual storytelling and marketing concepts for use on social media
platforms, print and digital concepts, and more
Worked directly with coaching staff and administrators, aligning content strategy with program goals and ensuring deliverables
meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Drexel University – Assistant Project Manager, University Marketing and Communications Division
Philadelphia, PA (Hybrid) - March 2024 – September 2024
- Coordinated hundreds to thousands of creative projects each year within the Higher-Ed Creative sector, ranging from small-scale
marketing deliverables to multi-platform campaigns
- Successfully led cross-functional teams of designers, writers, videographers, and external vendors, ensuring that project scope,
schedules, and budgets were consistently aligned with organizational objectives and partner expectations
- Served as a key liaison by facilitating clear communication between project teams, campus stakeholders, and senior leadership
- Managed ongoing project health by conducting regular status meetings, monitoring task completion, and tracking progress with
Microsoft Planner and Asana
- Provided timely reporting on milestones, budget variances, and resource needs to ensure accountability and informed
decision-making
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USA Hockey - Level 4 Referee
Philadelphia, PA (Contract) | September 2023 - Present
- Officiate games across Youth, High School, Junior, and Adult levels in both 2-, 3-, and 4-official systems while applying and enforcing
the USA Hockey Playing Rules and Points of Emphasis with consistency and accuracy
- Manage game flow, communication, and bench interactions to maintain control and ensure player safety
- File required game reports, incident reports, and supplemental documentation in a timely and professional manner
- Participate in continuing education, evaluations, and annual recertification to uphold officiating certifications
- Selected to work World Selects Invitational in May 2025 and May 2026, NAPHL Showcases in Middletown, NJ and Aston, PA in 2025,
NAPHL T1ER Showcase in Sewell, NJ in Dec 2025, and attended the NAHL Officiating Combine in Hooksett, NH in April 2026
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Drexel University Ice Hockey - President, General Manager, Director of Hockey Operations, & Director of Creative Content
Philadelphia, PA (Hybrid) | September 2021 – March 2026
- Oversaw all program operations including game-day logistics, travel, budgets, staffing, and player recruitment
- Directly managed coaches, players, and support staff to ensure on-ice performance and organizational sustainability
- Directed the team’s social media and content strategy (2022–2025), coordinating with designers, photographers, and student
staff to produce professional-level creative with limited resources
- Negotiated with vendors, secured sponsorships, and managed relationships with alumni, fans, and university administration.
- Served as the program’s photographer, covering home/away games and special events
- Contributed as a player, highlighted by winning the 2023–24 ACHA M1 ESCHL Championship
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David Wagstaff Studios - Founder, Photographer & Videographer
Atherton, CA & Philadelphia, PA (Hybrid) | August 2015 – Present
- Founded and manage a creative business specializing in photography and videography
- Oversaw all business operations including finances, scheduling, and client management
- Produced content in fast-paced, high-pressure environments with quick turnaround requirements
- Worked with high profile organizations including the New York Rangers, Philadelphia Flyers,
Detroit Red Wings, Hartford Wolf Pack, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, Reading Royals, Drexel Athletics, UPenn Football,
Shattuck St. Mary’s Hockey, the Newport Tennis Hall of Fame Tournament, and more
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EDUCATION
Drexel University - Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Concentration: Sports Business | Minor: Criminology and Justice Studies | Anticipated Graduation: June 2026
Memberships: Drexel University Ice Hockey, Drexel Student Conduct Board, Drexel Sports Business Association,
Drexel Club Golf, Drexel Climbing Club
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AWARDS
Derek J. Cruise Dedication Award Winner (2x; 2022–23, 2023–24)
This award was presented to a member of the Drexel University Ice Hockey program which recognizes their unwavering commitment,
exceptional work ethic, and outstanding achievements. It serves as a testament to the countless hours of hard work, perseverance, and
sacrifices they have made to hone their skills and push the boundaries of their success
2021 National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA) Pacemaker Award Winner
The National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA) Pacemaker Award is one of the oldest awards for scholastic journalism. The NSPA
started presenting the prestigious Pacemaker Award to High School newspapers soon after the organization was founded in
1921. Throughout the years, yearbooks, magazines, online sites and broadcast programs were added to the competition.
For the 2020-2021 School Year, the award was given out to those with excelling web publications, due to COVID-19 restrictions
and the difficulty to print and distribute print magazines
2021 Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA) Gold Crown Award Winner
The Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA) Gold Crown Award is one of the biggest awards for high-school journalism. Gold
Crowns are distributed for excellence in news, magazine, yearbook, and/or online publications. Publications are judged on their
excellence as shown by their design, photography, concept, coverage and writing
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CERTIFICATIONS
USA Hockey Level 4 Coaching Certification
Expires 12/31/2027
USA Hockey Level 4 Refereeing Certification
Expires 12/31/2027