Ashley Brown
San Marcos,TX
Summary
Dynamic Journalist bringing 7 years of experience. Hardworking and reliable with entrepreneurial spirit and passion for developing and reporting engaging content. Versed in writing and editing for multiple digital media platforms, social media and online platforms.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Lead
Brownie Photography & Production
12.2015 - Current
- Lead shooter for all productions both photography and videography
- Handled all sections of post production and delivery
- Communicated directly with clients to establish project parameters, wrote proposals for design work, analyzed competitor web sites, determined web site content, produced site maps for client approval, and communicated progress with client throughout length of project
- Oversaw all web design, graphic design, and marketing campaigns for product development company
- Designed and managed e-commerce, websites, blogs, design logos, catalogs, packaging, and marketing collateral
- Integrated social media applications on web sites and blogs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Practice Manager
Communicare
12.2021 - Current
- Oversaw front and back office workflows, work allocation, staffing coverage and problem resolution; monitor staff's time and attendance; evaluate performance
- Prepared and analyzed practice management reports, cultivated and implemented process improvements, reconciled data within the practice to ensure accuracy of accounting and payment
- Assisted with annual budget preparations, provided fiscal direction to the practice site.
Media Director & Head Coach
Tri County Volleyball Association
04.2017 - 08.2023
- Constructed rigorous practice plans for young women 11-18 competing at the national within the USA Volleyball and AAU Volleyball divisions
- Successfully managed rosters, statistics, health screenings and recruitment platforms for teams in all divisions
- Traveled to nationally ranked tournaments to coach teams competing for a bid to junior Olympics
- Created and implemented marketing campaigns on social media, showcasing the organization and its athletes for college recruitment
- Created and produced recruitment content including sports photography, organizational video highlights, and graphic content.
- Increased brand awareness by developing and executing comprehensive media strategies.
- Managed multi-platform campaigns for optimal results and maximum return on investment.
- Improved audience engagement through data-driven targeting and content creation.
Production and Journalism Intern
Latinitas Inc.
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Oversaw all media and production creation for online platforms
- Created several pieces of work for publishing on television, online and print magazine
- Assisted in conducting classes with public schools in the Austin area teaching grade school girls about coding, photography, video production, editing, and sound mastering.
- Enhanced publication''s reputation by consistently delivering high-quality, well-researched articles on various topics.
- Increased readership through engaging storytelling and attention-grabbing headlines.
- Developed strong relationships with sources, leading to exclusive interviews and scoops.
Lifestyle Writer
University Star - Texas State University
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Enhanced reader engagement by incorporating trending topics and relatable content into articles.
- Collaborated with editorial team to develop content strategies that improved overall readership and audience retention.
- Conducted in-depth research on various lifestyle subjects, resulting in well-informed and credible articles for publication.
- Diversified article formats by integrating multimedia elements, such as images, videos, and infographics.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines without compromising quality or creativity.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Texas State University
San Marcos05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication - Electronic Media
Texas State University
Texas State University05.2019
Centenary College
04.2017
Skills
- Business Management
- Administrative Oversight
- Staff Management
- Cash Flow Optimization
- Financial Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Operations Management
- Business Planning
- Business Administration
- Hiring and Staffing
- Group Instruction
- Student Engagement
- Curriculum Implementation
- Classroom Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Learning Assessments
- Public Speaking
- Content Creation
- Project Management
- Creative Collaboration
- SEO Strategies
- Editing
- Digital Video
- Photo Editing
- Image Archiving
- Excellent Workflow Management
- Shot Composition
- Visual Design
- Referral management
- Workflow Management
- Records Management
- Electronic Health Records
- Interviewing skill
- Public opinion understanding
- Media operations knowledge
- Investigations expertise
- Story Development
- Breaking News Coverage
- Press Release Writing
- Writing and editing
Affiliations
- Adult Open National Volleyball Athlete - 2023
- USA Volleyball Nationally ranked coach 2017-Current
Accomplishments
- LuxLife Magazine's Global Wedding Award - "Best Full Day Photography & Videography Team" - 2022
- LuxLife Magazine's Global Wedding Award - "Photography/Videographer of The Year, South Central USA" - 2023
- "Best of The Knot Magazine" - 2021 & 2022
- "People's Choice" - Wedding Wire Magazine - 2021 & 2022
- "Best of Zola Magazine" - 2021, 2022, and 2023
- Elected and served as The Texas State University Graduate House Leader in 2018/2019
Additional Information
- Award - Winning Photographer and Cinematographer
- Former Graduate House Leader - Texas State University Student Government
Timeline
Practice Manager
Communicare
12.2021 - Current
Production and Journalism Intern
Latinitas Inc.
07.2018 - 05.2019
Lifestyle Writer
University Star - Texas State University
08.2017 - 05.2019
Media Director & Head Coach
Tri County Volleyball Association
04.2017 - 08.2023
Owner & Lead
Brownie Photography & Production
12.2015 - Current
MBA - Business Administration
Texas State University
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communication - Electronic Media
Texas State University
Centenary College
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