Edward Sholes graduated from Quincy High School in 2009 with honors and a 3.27 GPA. He is currently a sophomore at Salem State University pursuing a double major in Education and English with a 3.3 GPA. While in high school, he played varsity baseball and participated in morning announcements and the school newspaper. He has worked as a basketball cameraman, MMA coach/trainer, and cashier. His skills include TV and film production, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Office, and analytical writing.