Carpenter Somers
New York,NY
Summary
Dynamic marketing professional with experience at Queer/Bar, where I successfully waged campaigns that significantly boosted festival attendance. Skilled in social media marketing and project management, I excel at forming strategic partnerships and enhancing customer engagement through innovative promotional strategies. Proven ability to analyze market trends and develop impactful campaigns.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing Intern
Queer/Bar
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Waged marketing campaigns to advertise the largest LGBT music festival in the Pacific Northwest to younger audiences.
- Formed coalitions with Seattle-based universities and corporations to offer discounted tickets to students and employees in exchange for publicism.
- Drafted and sent itineraries to performers and stayed in close contact with their management teams throughout the entire festival.
- Created promotional menu items catering to a wide variety of demographics, boosting liquor and food sales substantially.
Head Chef
Floyd's Diner
04.2021 - 08.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and service quality.
- Developed seasonal menus that enhanced customer satisfaction and dining experience.
- Implemented food safety protocols, maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness.
- Trained new chefs on cooking techniques and restaurant procedures for efficiency.
- Frequently translated orders and instructions to Spanish for non-English speaking colleagues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Business Administration
University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH05-2027
Skills
- Social media marketing
- Event planning
- Project management
- Market analysis
- Campaign development
- Product positioning
- Excel proficiency
Accomplishments
- Maintained a Latin honors-level GPA since starting at the University of New Hampshire, receiving Dean's List recognition each semester.
- Earned college credit for completing Advanced Placement courses in English Literature, English Language, World History, Biology, and Spanish Language and Culture.
- Won a blue ribbon for placing first at the Hobcaw Yacht Club's Youth Regatta in Charleston, South Carolina.
- Won the Most Distinguished Writer award, receiving a White Sash upon graduating High School.
Timeline
Marketing Intern
Queer/Bar
06.2025 - 07.2025
Head Chef
Floyd's Diner
04.2021 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - International Business Administration
University of New Hampshire