BENJAMIN PAUL BLIKLEN
Digital Marketing/Journalism
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
32 Years old. Attended The University of Arizona in the field of Journalism and Digital Marketing. Results-driven manager bringing progressive background in multiple diverse environments. Natural leader with exceptional skills in customer relations and administration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Reporter/Digital Marketing Manager
Burn City Sports
02.2025 - Current
- Managed online sports columns, blogs, and video pieces for professional sports teams such as the Phoenix Suns, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Arizona Cardinals.
- Increased organic traffic for Burn City Sports website through the development and execution of SEO campaigns.
- Outranked businesses such as ESPN, CBS Sports, Fox Sports, NBC Sports, and multiple top tier professional franchises.
- 300K+ monthly page views, 100k+ monthly users, and 20K+ social media users.
Sr. Account Manager
Styles Media
01.2021 - 2022
- Analyzed SEO outreach goals and presented findings to marketing director.
- Recommended changes to website architecture, content and linking to improve SEO positions for target keywords.
- Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns.
- Developed long-lasting client relationships for 2-3 years by providing exceptional customer service and support.
Education
Associates - Marketing
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
TUCSON, AZ 05.2011 - 05.2013
High School Diploma -
Sunnyslope High School
Phoenix, AZ 05.2001 -
Skills
Communication skills
Confidence, Friendliness, Courteous, Active Listener, Team
Product Development
Social Media Management
Decision-Making
Accomplishments
- DECA Chapter President
- Member of Alpha Sigma Phi.
- Member of the board of the Sports Marketing Association Program at the University of Arizona.
- Content Creator for: Disney, Barstool Sports, ABC 15, Bandsintown, Spotify, Burn City Sports: (Cardinals, Suns, D-Backs, Coyotes, ASU, UofA)
Timeline
Sports Reporter/Digital Marketing Manager
Burn City Sports
02.2025 - Current
Sr. Account Manager
Styles Media
01.2021 - 2022
Associates - Marketing
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
05.2011 - 05.2013
High School Diploma -
Sunnyslope High School
05.2001 -