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BRIYANA KELLY

Chicago,IL
BRIYANA KELLY

Summary

Briyana Kelly is a Communications Generalist and Specialist with a proven ability to create content and complete projects utilizing state-of-the-art skills and knowledge in broadcast, business, marketing communications, and public relations. Briyana has excellent communication skills with a track record of working well independently and within a team environment; Solid organizational abilities with the capacity to efficiently manage multiple responsibilities and shifting priorities; Leadership and organizational aptitudes that are key for network building and providing professional services to the public and private markets; Able to maintain procedures to complete brand strategy plans and marketing programs; Recognized for creating solutions to unique problems while organically creating a connection to establish a good rapport for professionalism and development. Successively coordinate events, marketing, branding, press, production, and communication; and she has a track record of community civic engagement providing leadership and influencing autonomy through cultural affairs.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Feed The Hood NFP
Chicago, IL

Consultant
07.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Managed multiple deadlines across several businesses to meet the dynamic needs of multiple clients.
    Integrated technology and business operations to identify targeted solutions to customer issues.
  • Renegotiated outsourcing contracts to save considerable costs.
    Implemented practices and procedures to reduce expenditures and increase savings.
  • Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
  • Created and developed detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines.
  • Organized and analyzed primary and secondary research to understand industry, market, and company trends.

Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163
Park Forest, IL

Communications & Public Relations Coordinator
02.2024 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Manage client expectations and ensure timely delivery of projects for optimal satisfaction.
  • Create engaging social media content to amplify public relations efforts and increase online visibility for clients.
  • Support internal communications initiatives by developing company newsletters, intranet updates, and employee engagement materials.
  • Conducted thorough research to understand industry trends, enabling the development of targeted PR strategies.
  • Write and edit articles, web content, advertising copy, periodicals, and publications for internal and external audiences.
  • Supply marketing expertise to all company departments.
  • Developed innovative marketing and PR strategies.
  • Aligned projects and daily activities with company vision, strategies, and tactics.
  • Develop and implement a social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify key messages and create compelling content for press releases and other materials.

Blue Cheez Gang LLC
Chicago, IL

Communications Specialist
07.2021 - 04.2023

Job overview

  • Maintained corporate website using content management systems and associated plugins.
  • Collaborated with journalism and marketing teams to compile information and align company messaging.
  • Copyedited, proofread and revised company advertisements, print materials and press releases before dispersal.
    Met with media and press personnel to schedule interviews and issue company statements.
  • Managed internal company correspondence by delivering documents, memos and newsletters to appropriate personnel.
  • Took photographs and videos during special events for promotional materials and social media pages.
  • Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.

Independant
Chicago, IL

Communications Consultant
02.2014 - Current

Job overview

  • Designed company outreach and fundraising campaigns to engage with customers and other businesses.
  • Answered client queries and complaints to provide strong customer service.
  • Collaborated with journalism and marketing teams to compile information and align company messaging.
  • Facilitated media training for executive staff and spokespeople.
  • Maintained corporate website using content management systems and associated plugins.
  • Copyedited, proofread, and revised company advertisements, print materials, and press releases before dispersal.
  • Created social media content across multiple platforms according to content calendars and promotion schedules.
  • Managed internal company correspondence by delivering documents, memos, and newsletters to appropriate personnel.
  • Managed media relations for organizations to produce successful results.
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to identify key messages and create compelling content for press releases and other materials.
  • Created and executed targeted PR campaigns to raise awareness of organization and its initiatives.
  • Increased revenues and supported business goals by developing public relations strategies and campaigns.
  • Facilitated press conferences and other outreach events to raise visibility of organization.
  • Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions.
  • Made cold calls and created email lists for marketing campaigns.
  • Took photographs and videos during special events for promotional materials and social media pages.
  • Developed ideas and leads for new stories according to industry trends.
  • Coordinated with creative and design teams to produce high-quality visuals for marketing materials.
  • Met with media and press personnel to schedule interviews and issue company statements.
  • Addressed customer complaints and bad publicity promptly to preserve company integrity and image.
  • Communicated company promotions, products, and services to clients to increase brand awareness and overall revenue.

Independent
Chicago, IL

Account and Project Manager
04.2017 - Current

Job overview

  • Addressed problems with accounting, billing, and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
  • Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
  • Facilitated client satisfaction and renewed customer relations to drive growth.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase client retention.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
  • Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
  • Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
  • Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
  • Drafted project reports to identify successful outcomes, insights and future recommendations.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.

Backstage on Broadway
Gary, IN

Mixologist and Bartender
09.2023 - 03.2024

Job overview

  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Crafted special drink and cocktail menu items for seasonal offerings.
  • Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
  • Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks to help maintain talented team.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
  • Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.

Do For Self CDC
Chicago, IL

Communications Specialist
04.2021 - 05.2021

Job overview

  • Created social media content across multiple platforms according to content calendars and promotion schedules.
  • Designed company outreach and fundraising campaigns to engage with customers and other businesses.
  • Facilitated media training for executive staff and spokespeople.
  • Collaborated with journalism and marketing teams to compile information and align company messaging.
  • Coordinated with creative and design teams to produce high-quality visuals for marketing materials.
  • Maintained corporate website using content management systems and associated plugins.
  • Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach.
  • Developed and implemented social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences.
  • Developed, proofread and edited copy for adherence to brand standards and voice.
  • Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
  • Collaborated with illustrators and photographers to enhance content.
  • Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
  • Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
  • Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
  • Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
  • Mentored junior designers and provided design guidance to improve standards of overall team output.
  • Coordinated with external vendors and suppliers to verify quality and accuracy of printed materials.
  • Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
  • Developed graphics and visual content for social media campaigns.
  • Created motion graphics and video content for websites and applications.
  • Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.
  • Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.

The Phoenix at Governors State University
University Park, IL

Staff Reporter
09.2017 - 12.2017

Job overview

  • Partnered with media executives to produce compelling stories.
  • Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
  • Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
  • Developed and maintained network of contacts to facilitate story development.
  • Collaborated with other journalists and departments to produce well-rounded and comprehensive news coverage.
  • Captured and edited audio, video and photographs to provide multimedia content to enhance stories.
  • Stayed up-to-date with current events and trends to stay ahead of competition.
  • Adhered to ethical and legal standards to maintain credibility and trust with audiences.
  • Drafted news headlines for broadcasting to capture listeners with clear and condensed writing.
  • Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
  • Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.

KLEO Community Center
Chicago , IL

Program Coordinator and Student Mentor
05.2017 - 08.2017

Job overview

  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
  • Provided technical support to staff with necessary resources to carry out duties successfully.
  • Kept program-related data accurate, up-to-date and easily accessible for accessibility.
  • Created and delivered program training and education to keep participants knowledgeable about program and provide necessary skills to participate productively.
  • Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations.
  • Monitored programming schedules, conformance to guidelines and quality.
  • Improved program offerings based on changing trends, audience feedback and directives.
  • Counseled students individually and in group sessions to help promote personal and educational motivation.
  • Developed goal-oriented psycho-educational and activity therapy groups to improve students level of functioning.
  • Engaged with 16 urabn children to meet emotional and physical needs.
  • Observed student performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.

Chicagoland Sports Radio & Windy City Underground
Chicago, IL

Broadcaster
05.2014 - 05.2014

Job overview

  • Operate control consoles and record commercials for later broadcast; announce musical selections, station breaks, commercials, or public service information, and accept requests from the listening audience
  • Study background information to prepare for programs or interviews; read news flashes to inform audiences of important events
  • Maintain assigned accounts while developing new clients; promote advertising options that best promote their products or services; provide clients with cost estimates
  • Process all correspondence and paperwork related to accounts
  • Write, edit, produce, and publish media
  • Project and brand management
  • Event planning, creating, and managing
  • Website development
  • Outsourcing
  • Research and strategic planning
  • Strategic communications
  • Copywriting
  • Advertising and public relations
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Intermediate Adobe Suite Creator
  • Final Cut Pro Editor.
  • Delivered high-quality reporting, commentary, and analysis in both on-air and off-air environments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams of managers, producers, and technical specialists.
  • Authored and presented high-impact media coverage with a focus on efficiency and the provision of the most up-to-date information available.
  • Delivered the latest content, news, and information to highly diverse audiences of over 10,000 people.
  • Conducted extensive research on over 100 topics to generate meaningful content, articles, and scripts.
  • Made promotional appearances at public events.
  • Played music tracks from playlists provided by station management.
  • Introduced upcoming broadcasts and guided the audience through entertainment.
  • Researched topics for comment and discussion.
  • Operated studio equipment and produced show advertisements.

Education

Governors State University

Bachelor’s Degree from Communications

University Overview

Olive-Harvey College

Associate from Communications And Humanities

University Overview

Illinois Media School, Chicago, IL

Advanced Certification: Broadcasting

University Overview

Elitte Bartending School
Chicago, IL

Certificate from Mixology
12.2014 - 02.2024

University Overview

Skills

  • Informational Interviews
  • Investigative Reporting
  • Seasonal Content Development
  • Diverse Broadcasting Platforms
  • Comprehensive Research
  • Engaging Communications
  • Storyboarding
  • Adobe Audition
  • Data Entry
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Written Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • FCC Regulations
  • Diverse Audiences
  • Production Support
  • Broadcast Media
  • Event Execution
  • Strategy Implementation
  • Speechwriting and Messaging
  • Advertising and Marketing
  • PR Strategy Development
  • Information Gathering and Analysis
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Business Correspondence
  • Associated Press Style
  • Strategic Corporate Guidance
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Self-Motivated
  • Excellent Communication
  • Google Workspace
  • Critical Thinking
  • Technical Knowledge
  • New Account Creation
  • Trade Requirements
  • Order Management
  • Cost Reviewing
  • Account Verification
  • Account Development
  • Relationship Building and Management
  • Forecasting Abilities
  • Collaborating with Designers
  • Systems and Software Programs
  • Account Servicing Skills
  • Management Collaboration
  • Tactical Planning
  • Product and Service Sales
  • Prioritizing Workflows
  • Team Training
  • Sales Reporting
  • Vendor Relations
  • Coordinating Documents
  • Sales Expertise
  • Account Oversight
  • Networking Skills
  • Client Development
  • Operations
  • Business Development and Planning
  • Goals and Performance
  • Local Contracts
  • Trend Forecasting
  • Database Management
  • Vendor management
  • Upselling
  • Checking Quotes
  • Brand Management
  • CRM Systems
  • Business Process Optimization
  • Strategic Planning
  • PR strategy development
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Business correspondence
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Tax code interpretation
  • Deduction legitimacy
  • Basic accounting principles
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Clerical Support
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Tax code knowledge
  • Tax-related research
  • Tax return preparation
  • QuickBooks proficiency
  • Bookkeeping
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Financial Management
  • Document preparation
  • Efficient nature
  • Relationship building
  • Budgeting
  • Time management
  • Associated Press style
  • Information gathering and analysis
  • Attention to Detail
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • MS Office
  • Digital marketing
  • Press releases
  • Brand messaging
  • Print Collateral
  • MLA Style
  • Marketing communications expertise
  • Storytelling
  • Editing and review
  • Chicago Style
  • Public Relations Campaigns
  • SEO
  • Content Strategy
  • Content Generation

Timeline

Communications & Public Relations Coordinator
Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163
02.2024 - 06.2024
Mixologist and Bartender
Backstage on Broadway
09.2023 - 03.2024
Consultant
Feed The Hood NFP
07.2021 - Current
Communications Specialist
Blue Cheez Gang LLC
07.2021 - 04.2023
Communications Specialist
Do For Self CDC
04.2021 - 05.2021
Staff Reporter
The Phoenix at Governors State University
09.2017 - 12.2017
Program Coordinator and Student Mentor
KLEO Community Center
05.2017 - 08.2017
Account and Project Manager
Independent
04.2017 - Current
Elitte Bartending School
Certificate from Mixology
12.2014 - 02.2024
Broadcaster
Chicagoland Sports Radio & Windy City Underground
05.2014 - 05.2014
Communications Consultant
Independant
02.2014 - Current
Governors State University
Bachelor’s Degree from Communications
Olive-Harvey College
Associate from Communications And Humanities
Illinois Media School, Chicago, IL
Advanced Certification: Broadcasting
BRIYANA KELLY