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Carter Coombs

West Jordan,UT

Summary

  • Southern Utah University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communications and an English minor. Held various summer jobs and internships focusing on social media, internal communication, filming and editing. I traveled with Hexcel Corporation as an intern to implement a global conference platform. Served on the Gerald R. Sherratt Library hiring committee. Appointed to rebuild a department's IG account from stagnant slides to interactive videos. Completed my degree while working on campus in customer service and volunteering at Fill the Pot Ministry.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Communications Department Social Media Manager

SUU
Cedar City, UT
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Created a collection of interview segments called "What's In Your Office" for #SUUComm.
  • Designed engaging initiatives to encourage active participation and dialogue between students and department leaders.
  • Experienced tremendous success, with over 200 views and 1,000 impressions recorded. Resulted in professor interest and invitations to participate in the program. https://www.instagram.com/p/C3qMVrWxCXJ/; https://www.instagram.com/p/C4zaNjSRH77/
  • Created content schedule to enhance @suucomm's Instagram presence, leading to increased followers and strengthened competitiveness with other college social brands.
  • Team supervisor of editing, videography, and audio.
  • Devised and customized a robust content schedule, modifying it based on analytics and user response.

Communications Intern

Hexcel Corporation
West Valley City, UT
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Created and implemented a global conference platform for live broadcasting and recording, enhancing accessibility for 5,500 employees a 4.92% increase from 2022. Traveled to Boston as an intern to set up and run the system.
  • Successfully secured approval from the department through diligent research and budget creation for purchasing a black magic camera kit.
  • Developed a user-friendly, adaptable, portable, and trustworthy multi-camera system for capturing and live streaming quarterly conferences.
  • Wrote detailed and user-friendly instructions to ensure smooth operation of the camera setup by future Hexcel employees.
  • Produced and distributed Q3 broadcast to Hexcel Corporation globally.
  • Wrote and disseminated internal communication using press releases and company newsletters, showcasing successful summer fundraising initiatives resulting in over $500 in employee contributions to support local nonprofits. Authored articles honoring retiring employees.

Brand Developer

Self-employeed
West Jordan, UT
08.2023 - Current
  • Created MrManDudeReviews, a highly flexible platform dedicated to reviewing video games, specializing in action genres. Over 1,200 views without boosting though paid ads. Native growth
  • Targeted audience comprised of young men aged 16-35 passionate about video games.
  • Enhanced user engagement with informative content that aids consumers in deciding whether to make personal purchases.
  • Adding Spanish subtitles to enhance accessibility and reach a wider audience

Work Study Student

Gerald Sherratt Library Copy Center
Cedar City, UT
08.2022 - 04.2024
  • Consistently maintained effective collaboration and interaction with approximately 100 customers per day, doubling this figure during the final weeks.
  • Demonstrated exceptional performance, earning an invitation to return for a second year along with recruitment to manage office operations throughout the summer.
  • Ensured high customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Social Media Contest Creator

SUU
Cedar City, UT
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Developed and launched the original #SUyou TikTok contest highlighting SUU's appeal
  • Created advertising campaign with a mix of videos, social posts, and printed material
  • Generated over 200 entries, surpassing our initial projection.
    Curated a shortlist of the top 20 entries, enabling the student body to participate in the selection process.
    Enhanced traffic to #SUyou and boosted user-generated content on SUU Tik Tok site.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Communications

Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT
04-2024

Associate of Science -

Snow College
Ephraim, UT
04-2022

Skills

  • Video Editing and Creation
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Brand Strategy
  • Campaign Planning
  • Internal Communications
  • Marketing Support
  • Social Media Campaigns
  • Adobe Programs, MS Office
  • Tumbler, Reddit, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn

Affiliations

  • Indoor rock climbing addict
  • Nostalgic horror film enthusiast
  • No recipe, no problem
  • Volunteer at Fill the Pot Homeless Ministry

Accomplishments

  • #SUyou Tik Tok Finalist
  • Cedar City Film Festival, 3rd place

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Communications Department Social Media Manager

SUU
01.2024 - 04.2024

Brand Developer

Self-employeed
08.2023 - Current

Communications Intern

Hexcel Corporation
05.2023 - 08.2023

Work Study Student

Gerald Sherratt Library Copy Center
08.2022 - 04.2024

Social Media Contest Creator

SUU
08.2022 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Science - Strategic Communications

Southern Utah University

Associate of Science -

Snow College

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