ALANAH CLEARE
Stafford,VA
Summary
Skilled in marketing, digital media, content creation, and video production. Experienced in driving brand engagement and audience interaction, managing campaigns, and analyzing market trends. Passionate about cross-cultural communication and digital storytelling, focusing on innovative strategies aligned with business goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Child and Youth Program Assistant CYPA2
DFMWR Child and Youth Services
Fort Belvoir
09.2021 - Current
- Prepared activity spaces and managed materials to support smooth program operations
- Supported planning and execution of activities that encouraged creativity, engagement, and participation
- Developed and implemented engaging educational activities for children and youth.
- Coordinated schedules and logistics for programs, ensuring smooth operation and attendance.
- Collaborated with educators to create inclusive program materials tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Developed engaging activities promoting social skills and teamwork among children and youth.
- Implemented innovative strategies to improve program engagement and retention rates among participants.
- Delivered high level of care, assistance and supervision to children in compliance with organization's rules and policies.
- Boosted parent satisfaction through consistent communication regarding their child''s progress and achievements.
- Communicated effectively with children, fellow staff members and parents by utilizing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Developed strong relationships with parents by providing timely feedback on their child's progress while addressing any concerns promptly.
- Adapted teaching methods based on each child''s unique learning style, maximizing engagement and understanding.
Video Content Intern
Lively Studios Production Team
University Of Mary Washington Fredericksburg VA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with production team on storytelling, filming, and editing to boost audience engagement.
- Produced and starred in 13 short-form videos across two series, showcasing diverse experiences.
- Series 1: Immersed in various campus clubs, documenting firsthand experiences as a member for a day.
- Series 2: Captured cultural and culinary experiences while studying abroad in South Korea, highlighting unique locations and dishes.
- Developed engaging content for social media platforms to enhance audience interaction.
- Assisted in scriptwriting and editing for video production projects, ensuring clarity and creativity.
- Demonstrated strong customer service and technical communication skills by entering and maintaining information in automated databases, utilizing computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite, and collaborating with the production
Student Ambassador
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Guided prospective students and families to ensure a positive and informative campus experience.
- Demonstrated strong customer service, client engagement, and professional communication skills by managing TikTok and Instagram accounts for campus dining, interacting with 3,000+ students, responding to inquiries, and promoting daily offerings and events.
- Produced 18 original TikTok videos and engaging Instagram content to highlight themed meals, student events, and behind-the-scenes dining moments.
- Launched digital campaigns that boosted student participation at events and increased follower engagement by 60% in one semester.
- Analyzed social media insights weekly to optimize content strategy, improving average views, shares, and interactions across platforms.
- Facilitated campus tours, engaging prospective students and families in university culture.
- Organized and led informational sessions to promote academic programs and resources.
- Served as a front line representative for the university, offering personalized assistance, answering questions, sending out mass mailings, to include official University correspondence while maintaining accurate documentation. Guided prospective students and families to ensure a positive and informative campus experience.
- Acted as a trusted campus representative, leading tours, engaging with current and prospective students, and communicating key university information to support recruitment and outreach efforts.
Education
Master of Science - Social Media Marketing
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH01-2025
Bachelor of Science - Marketing/Minor Digital Studies
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA05-2026
Marketing
Korea University
Seoul South Korea01-2024
Skills
- Social Media Management (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube)
- Video Editing (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro)
- SEO & Digital Marketing Strategies
- Market Research & Data Analysis
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- CPR Certified
- Crisis Management
- CYMS 103
- PCI Training
- Microsoft Office Suite
Websites
LANGUAGES
German (Conversation)
English (Fluent)
Korean (Basics)
Timeline
Video Content Intern
Lively Studios Production Team
01.2023 - 01.2024
Student Ambassador
University of Mary Washington
01.2022 - 01.2023
Child and Youth Program Assistant CYPA2
DFMWR Child and Youth Services
09.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Social Media Marketing
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Marketing/Minor Digital Studies
University of Mary Washington
Marketing
Korea University