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Alex Souza

Nashville,TN

Summary

Goal-oriented marketing professional with extensive experience in developing and executing strategic marketing initiatives, content production, and project management. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, support product launches, and create compelling marketing materials. Adept at optimizing marketing strategies to align with evolving industry standards, ensuring brand consistency, and driving business growth.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Product Marketing Specialist

Franklin Templeton
12.2021 - 08.2024
  • Strategic Marketing Execution: Spearheaded the development and execution of marketing strategies to support investment opportunities, contributing to the successful promotion of Franklin Shariah GMAI Fund. Created and refined marketing content, including presentations and storytelling materials, ensuring compliance and alignment with global marketing goals.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with global marketing teams and investment professionals to refresh product stories and refine selling points, enhancing the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
  • Resource Optimization: Developed a centralized Case Study library, streamlining access to content for investment teams and improving efficiency in utilizing marketing materials across multiple presentations.
  • Project Leadership: Led marketing efforts for new product launches and organizational changes, managing all aspects of content creation and strategic messaging.

Content Producer

Franklin Templeton
06.2018 - 12.2021

Content Management: Maintained relevance and accuracy of marketing materials by continuously updating core suite content, ensuring alignment with market standards, and addressing data needs.

Coordination & Collaboration: Facilitated collaboration between Compliance, Creative Services, and web team, meticulously ensuring content precision for distribution to financial professionals and the public.

Project Management: Managed multiple high-impact projects, adhering to deadlines, coordinating updates, and fulfilling ad-hoc requests to meet the dynamic needs of the business.

Sr. Sales Territory Coordinator

Franklin Templeton
04.2015 - 06.2018

Sales Support Enhancement: Provided comprehensive support to Senior Advisor Consultants by conducting proactive outreach to financial advisors, enhancing sales efforts through targeted communication strategies.

Event Management: Organized and managed tailored events for financial advisors, coordinating all logistics to ensure seamless execution and successful client engagement.

Analytical Insight Utilization: Compiled and analyzed reports to anticipate business needs, proactively identifying opportunities that contributed to increased sales performance.

• ****Awarded “Territory Coordinator of the Year” (2017): Recognized for outstanding performance and contribution to the team’s success, demonstrating exceptional dedication and effectiveness in the role.

Transfer Agent Associate

Franklin Templeton
06.2014 - 04.2015

Confidential Information Handling: Managed sensitive shareholder and financial advisor information, addressing complex financial inquiries with in-depth knowledge of market conditions and company policies.

Disney College Program - Merchandise Hostess

The Walt Disney Company
06.2013 - 05.2014

Customer Experience Excellence: Delivered exceptional service in high-volume environments, collaborating with diverse teams to create memorable guest experiences.

Education

Semester Abroad, Spring 2012

Leeds Metropolitan University
Leeds, United Kingdom

Bachelor of Science - Finance

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05.2013

Skills

Strategic Marketing & Content Development

Project Management & Execution

Cross-Functional Team Collaboration

Data Analysis & Reporting

Event Planning & Coordination

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Qualifications

  • Proven track record of supporting marketing initiatives with a focus on institutional clients.

•   Strong ability to create and manage marketing materials that align with brand messaging and compliance standards.

•   Experienced in leading cross-departmental projects to ensure successful marketing campaign execution.

Timeline

Sr. Product Marketing Specialist

Franklin Templeton
12.2021 - 08.2024

Content Producer

Franklin Templeton
06.2018 - 12.2021

Sr. Sales Territory Coordinator

Franklin Templeton
04.2015 - 06.2018

Transfer Agent Associate

Franklin Templeton
06.2014 - 04.2015

Disney College Program - Merchandise Hostess

The Walt Disney Company
06.2013 - 05.2014

Semester Abroad, Spring 2012

Leeds Metropolitan University

Bachelor of Science - Finance

San Diego State University
Alex Souza