Drew Pickus
James Island
Summary
A collaborative visionary driven by creativity, purpose, and a lifelong passion for gaming. Growing up playing EA titles that shaped my love for interactive worlds, I’m inspired to now contribute to the same experiences that defined my childhood and continue to connect players across generations. As a former Noncommissioned Officer in the United States Marine Corps, I bring a mission-first mindset, discipline, and resilience to every challenge. I thrive in collaborative environments—bridging teams, aligning strategies, and delivering seamless experiences that put players first. Guided by an altruistic drive and a commitment to excellence, I’m dedicated to supporting EA’s mission of making every game launch, live service, and fan interaction truly unforgettable.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veteran Peer Advisor
Veteran and Military Student Services
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Led support initiatives for veteran and active-duty military students by coordinating across academic services, counseling, and faculty departments to ensure a positive and inclusive student experience.
- Analyzed student challenges and facilitated solution-focused discussions to identify actionable strategies, driving measurable improvements in academic performance and engagement.
- Built trusted relationships through active listening and feedback, guiding students to overcome academic and professional obstacles, while fostering long-term success and engagement.
Human Resources Internship
Southern Crown Partners
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported internal and external stakeholders by managing inquiries, coordinating documentation requests, and ensuring timely and accurate responses that upheld service excellence and confidentiality.
- Identified opportunities to enhance file management workflows, and recommended process improvements that increased team efficiency and data consistency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to organize, update, and digitize personnel records, improving accessibility, and supporting strategic HR and operations initiatives.
Armed Forces Personnel
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Promoted to Noncommissioned Officer in recognition of exceptional leadership, initiative, and performance under pressure.
- Led and mentored a team of enlisted Marines, managing training, performance, and morale to ensure operational readiness and mission success in high-stakes environments.
- Applied strategic decision-making and disciplined problem-solving to direct personnel in high-stress situations, maintaining focus, communication, and mission integrity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional units to plan, coordinate, and execute operations, ensuring alignment of objectives, timelines, and resource allocation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC05.2025
High School -
Solon High School
Solon, OH01.2016
Skills
- Solution-Oriented & Analytical Mindset – Skilled in identifying challenges, analyzing data, and developing actionable strategies that drive measurable outcomes
- Data & Reporting Proficiency – Experienced with SPSS, Microsoft Excel, Tableau, leveraging quantitative insights to support strategic planning, tracking, and performance reporting
- Adaptability & Resilience – Thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments; maintain composure and effectiveness under pressure while managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Attention to Detail & Accountability – Ensure accuracy, organization, and documentation across all deliverables and stakeholder communications
- Collaboration & Trust-Building – Known for strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and a service-oriented approach that fosters productive cross-functional relationships
Accomplishments
- Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- Korea Defense Service Medal
- Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (2)
Timeline
Human Resources Internship
Southern Crown Partners
05.2024 - 08.2024
Veteran Peer Advisor
Veteran and Military Student Services
08.2023 - 06.2025
Armed Forces Personnel
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 01.2023
High School -
Solon High School
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
College of Charleston