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Ashley Dotson

Ashley Dotson

Tacoma,WA

Summary

Organized and versatile office and operations professional with solid experience in administrative support, client and project management, and team coordination. Comfortable juggling many responsibilities at once — from records and data entry to scheduling, budgeting, and public-facing communication. Strong communicator who approaches tasks with care, discretion, and a service-oriented mindset. Adaptable, detail-oriented, and ready to keep things running smoothly in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Coordinator/Account Manager

Foster's Creative
Tacoma, Washington
04.2023 - Current

Manage a diverse portfolio of long-term and high-profile clients, serving as primary contact throughout all project phases.

Translate client objectives into actionable plans, prepare pitches and presentations, and monitor hours and budgets.

Coordinate campaigns from inception to completion, including brief creation, timeline establishment, shoot organization, and edit reviews.

  • Ensured final outputs aligned with client expectations and maintained creative standards.
  • Oversaw multiple concurrent tasks while keeping creative, production, and strategy teams aligned.
  • Developed content strategy across social media, email, and web through content calendars and copywriting.
  • Supported newsletter and blog development by crafting engaging content.
  • Planned and executed marketing events, managing logistics for seamless operations.

Assistant Manager

Channing Baby & Co
Tacoma, WA
08.2021 - 04.2023

Supported daily store operations, ensuring a welcoming experience for all customers.

Maintained up-to-date knowledge of baby products and safety standards to guide shoppers.

Managed inventory levels, restocking needs, and shipment processing efficiently.

Oversaw product data entry across POS and Shopify systems, ensuring accuracy.

  • Handled full merchandise lifecycle from arrival to sales floor readiness.
  • Led merchandising efforts by maintaining visually appealing and organized displays.
  • Executed daily opening and closing procedures, including cash handling and reconciliation.
  • Contributed to social media strategy by creating content that promoted new products.

Youth Programs Coordinator/Teacher

STAR Center
Tacoma, Washington
2015 - 2017

In this dual role, I supported the STAR Center’s early learning programs while also stepping into youth program coordination.

  • As a Preschool Teacher, I planned and prepped curriculum, managed a classroom of 15+ students, supervised a teaching assistant, and maintained ongoing communication with parents. I kept detailed student files and helped create a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.
  • As Youth Programs Coordinator (interim), I planned, organized, and oversaw community programs such as Kids Night Out and cooking classes. I managed facility rentals—from booking and payments to contracts, receipts, and day-of staffing—and coordinated schedules across multiple departments.
  • I also assisted with financial tasks, including budgets and cash deposits, and helped with hiring by reviewing resumes and supporting new staff onboarding and training.

Education

Associate of Arts - Running Start

Green River Community College
Auburn, Washington, WA
01-2015

High School Diploma -

Auburn High School
Auburn, WA
01-2014

Skills

  • Highly organized and able to juggle many moving parts
  • Clear communicator (written verbal)
  • Flexible, adaptable, and quick to learn
  • Creative thinker with strong attention to detail
  • Empathetic, people-centered approach
  • Problem solver who can adjust plans on the fly

Timeline

Marketing Coordinator/Account Manager

Foster's Creative
04.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager

Channing Baby & Co
08.2021 - 04.2023

Youth Programs Coordinator/Teacher

STAR Center
2015 - 2017

Associate of Arts - Running Start

Green River Community College

High School Diploma -

Auburn High School