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Jacob Goldman

@jacobgoldman

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I lead proposal writing teams and build AI-enabled content systems for complex RFx responses.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead proposal and content teams, improve RFx workflows, and implement practical AI and content-management tools that help teams produce clear, compliant, high-value responses.

At Brightstar (formerly IGT), I lead a team of 10 proposal writers and a proposal content manager, coordinating subject-area assignments, training, goals, and end-to-end RFx development.

I previously managed proposal content, led adoption of Stravito and Microsoft Copilot, and created the Brightstar Facts and Figures AI Agent for company-wide fact-checking and verification.

My writing background spans proposal responses, executive summaries, university advancement content, journalism, and video production. I turn complex products, data, and stakeholder input into clear, compliant content that highlights value.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Manager, Writing

Current

Brightstar (Formerly IGT)

Dec 2025 - Present (9 months)

Manages a team of 10 proposal writers and one proposal content manager, assigning writers to subject areas and collaborating with stakeholders company-wide. Leads responsible use of AI tools and holds regular trainings.

Proposal Management Team Leadership AI Tools Stakeholder Management Training Onboarding Content Management

Proposal Content Manager

Brightstar (Formerly IGT)

Apr 2023 - Dec 2025 (2 years 8 months)

Managed proposal content, ensuring it was current and compliant, and led implementation of new technologies including Stravito and Microsoft Co-Pilot. Created the 'Brightstar Facts and Figures' AI Agent for company-wide use.

Proposal Content Manager Stravito Microsoft Copilot AI Agent Development Competitive Analysis Content Strategy

Proposal Writer IV

Brightstar (Formerly IGT)

Aug 2015 - Apr 2023 (7 years 8 months)

Outlined, wrote, revised, edited, and formatted RFx responses for assigned subject areas, and wrote Executive Summaries. Ran review meetings and gathered feedback from Account Teams and Subject Matter Experts.

Proposal Writing RFx Response Editing Content Development Executive Summaries Stakeholder Management

Content Development Specialist / Content Writer

Brown University

Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year)

Wrote web-based and print marketing content for Brown's advancement website, interviewed students and faculty, and edited newsletters. Monitored metrics via Google Analytics and served as editorial liaison.

Content Writing Marketing Editing Interviewing Google Analytics Newsletter Production

Staff Writer

Daily Nutmeg

Jan 2013 - Jan 2014 (1 year)

Reported on arts, education, and environment topics for a daily newsletter with 18,000+ subscribers. Arranged interviews, provided photography, and worked with the managing editor through drafts.

Reporting Writing Interviewing Photography Editing

Adjunct Professor, English Department

Southern Connecticut State University

Jan 2013 - Jan 2014 (1 year)

Taught two sections each semester of freshman writing courses, prepared lesson plans, and provided detailed feedback on student assignments.

Teaching Curriculum Development Writing Instruction Feedback

Freelance Writer

The Airship

Jan 2012 - Jan 2014 (2 years)

Wrote book reviews, listicles, and essays for a culture and literature blog. Provided artwork and generated weekly pitch lists for review.

Writing Editing Research Creative Writing

Ingest Operator

Music Choice

Jan 2009 - Jan 2011 (2 years)

Prepared footage for air, ensured audio levels, provided color correction and closed-captioning, and created duplicates of completed programs.

Post production Audio Engineering Color Correction Closed Captioning Video Editing

Executive Assistant

Columbia University Medical School

Jan 2008 - Jan 2009 (1 year)

Maintained front-desk and reception area for the Dean's Office, answered phone lines, processed invoices, scheduled meetings, and set up video conferencing.

Administrative Support Reception Scheduling Invoice Processing Video Conferencing

Information Architect

Hard Candy Shell

Jan 2008 - Dec 2008 (11 months)

Collaborated with other Information Architects to design wireframes for website design, wrote copy, and facilitated focus groups. Clients included National Geographic and Saturday Night Live.

Information Architecture Wireframing UX Design Copywriting Focus Groups

Writer/Producer

Cellfish Media

Jan 2007 - Jan 2008 (1 year)

Wrote, edited, directed, and produced short video content for a cellphone content production company, including parodies and web-series. Hired talent and created additional content for premium users.

Writing Editing Directing Producing Video Production Talent Management

Editor/Producer

Music Choice

Jan 2005 - Jan 2007 (2 years)

Co-wrote, produced, edited, and co-directed a weekly music-news program, and produced original music-centric content for web and video-on-demand. Hosted a bi-weekly segment and operated cameras during field shoots.

Video Production Editing Writing Directing Camera Operation Interviewing