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Christian Simonsen

Glen Rock

Summary

Results-driven digital media expert with over six years of experience in activation strategy and execution, including two years in managerial roles. Proven thought leader in brand strategy, project management, and account development. Seeking to link professional experience with passion for sports in a new role with growth opportunities, expanding my skillset and professional network. Currently enrolled at Rutgers University pursuing a Master of Communication.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Digital Media Specialist

Active Media Services
01.2019 - Current
  • Collaborate with a portfolio of clients across various industry segments (CPG, Retail, B2B, Tune-in) to develop tailored digital media strategies focused on driving brand awareness, consideration, and/or purchase intent.
  • Strategize and execute a range of acquisition and growth-focused media campaigns, while optimizing ROI and maintaining campaign efficiencies with budgets ranging from $50K to $10MM per client.
  • Generated a 300% increase in sales revenue through targeted retargeting strategies, driving significant incremental sales.
  • Boosted viewership and Pay-Per-View sales by 40% year-over-year through strategic partnerships with niche publishers.
  • Negotiated high-impact sponsorships targeting specific audiences, driving site traffic that surpassed client benchmarks by 500%.Utilize performance metrics to provide actionable recommendations for media investments and optimizations, consistently exceeding business KPIs.
  • Collaborate closely with media, finance, ad operations, and analytics teams to provide detailed reporting and forecasting to department leaders and key decision-makers on a quarterly basis.
  • Manage and mentor a high-performing team of two media associates, ensuring seamless delegation of tasks, timely project completion, and continuous professional development.

Sales Intern

Rockland Boulders Professional Independent Baseball Team
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Research target markets using Google analytics and historical records.
  • Assist in the development of new and exciting ticket packages to attract different market segments and demographics.
  • Attend community events to acquire new business and increase company exposure.
    Carry out sales via cold calls to prospect for new clients.
  • Effectively utilize email marketing to retarget previous clients and sustain relationships.
  • Interact with fan base before, during, and after games to promote the product.

Marketing Intern

Verisk Analytics Inc.
06.2015 - 08.2015

• Analyze data to identify strengths and weaknesses throughout the life of a marketing campaign.
• Prepare weekly reports based on the performance of our team's marketing endeavors.
• Assist in the development of PowerPoints and recap decks outlining the latest product offerings or performance reports.
• Organize marketing inventory and prepared shipments for expos.

Education

Master of Arts - Communication And Media

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ
12-2026

Bachelor of Science - Business Economics

SUNY, Oneonta
Oneonta, NY
12-2017

Skills

  • Creative Thinker
  • Relationship Builder
  • Project Manager
  • Thought Leader

Timeline

Sr. Digital Media Specialist

Active Media Services
01.2019 - Current

Sales Intern

Rockland Boulders Professional Independent Baseball Team
05.2017 - 08.2017

Marketing Intern

Verisk Analytics Inc.
06.2015 - 08.2015

Master of Arts - Communication And Media

Rutgers University

Bachelor of Science - Business Economics

SUNY, Oneonta
Christian Simonsen