Ilana Fishman
About Ilana Fishman
Ilana Fishman is a Special Projects Manager in Communications at Hearst, where she has worked since 2022. She has a diverse background in talent coordination and public relations, with previous roles at various agencies and companies including ID, BMG Models and Talent, and Walt Disney World.
Current Role at Hearst
Ilana Fishman serves as the Special Projects Manager in the Communications department at Hearst. She has held this position since 2022 and is based in New York, New York. In her role, she is responsible for managing various special projects that contribute to the overall communication strategy of the organization.
Previous Experience in Talent Coordination
Prior to her current role, Fishman gained extensive experience in talent coordination. She worked at ID as a Talent Coordinator for eight months in 2021. Additionally, she held the position of Talent Assistant at ID from 2019 to 2021, where she contributed for two years in New York. Her background in talent management includes roles as a Receptionist and Associate Account Executive at ID.
Internship Experience in Public Relations and Talent Agencies
Fishman's early career included several internships in public relations and talent agencies. She interned at BWR Public Relations as a Talent Intern in 2016 and at Fox Greenberg Public Relations in 2015. Additionally, she gained experience as an Agency Intern at BMG Models and Talent in 2015. These roles provided her with foundational skills in the communications and entertainment industries.
Educational Background in Film
Ilana Fishman studied at the University of Central Florida, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Film with Honors from 2013 to 2017. Prior to her university education, she attended Commack High School from 2009 to 2013. Her academic background has equipped her with knowledge relevant to her career in communications and project management.
Early Career Roles in Customer Service
Before entering the communications field, Fishman worked in various customer service roles. She was an Outdoor Popcorn and Ice Cream Vendor at Walt Disney World in 2014 and served as a Party Hostess at Chuck E. Cheese from 2012 to 2013. These positions helped her develop strong interpersonal skills and customer engagement techniques.