Christopher Sims
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Forward-thinking Communications Specialist bringing 15 years of expertise in communications and marketing strategy for nonprofit and activism sectors. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative communications and improvement strategies. Proficient in social justice and equity building efforts that empower and impact individuals and communities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Advocacy Specialist
Women Who Code
Atlanta, GA
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Became strong advocate for women and women in technology reform.
- Developed strategies to promote diversity in faculty and staff hiring and actively participated in building strong networks and recruitment sources.
- Used platform to speak in opposition to racism and inequities, and problems with hiring and outreach approaches.
- Impacted social media platforms through multiple activism channels and protest strategies.
- Strengthened base and presented united front in opposition to injustices and racial justice issues.
Marketing and Communications Manager
Children's Theater Of Madison
Minneapolis, MN
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Met deadlines, exceeding expectations and effectively rolling out online education content campaign.
- Directed marketing projects through conceptual planning, schedule management and final implementation.
- Generated sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.
- Built and strengthened strategic relationships with vendors, advertising agencies and leading industry partners.
- Drove marketing efforts by orchestrating marketing and communications targets and online advertising campaigns.
Communication Officer
UniverSouLove Enterprises
Rockford, IL
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Responded to requests for information from media or designated appropriate spokesperson or information source.
- Oversaw professional social media messaging through content development, follower engagement, social listening, trend analysis and by leveraging competitor research.
- Increased revenues and supported business goals by developing public relations strategies and campaigns.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Studies
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN06.2018
Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Self-Motivated
- Anti-racism background
- Planning and Coordination
- Resource advocacy
- Diversity specialist
- Advocacy
Work Availability
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Quote
Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire
Timeline
Advocacy Specialist
Women Who Code
05.2021 - 12.2021
Marketing and Communications Manager
Children's Theater Of Madison
12.2020 - 02.2021
Communication Officer
UniverSouLove Enterprises
01.2012 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Studies
University of Memphis
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