Events & Economic Development Manager
Ciera Wilson
City of Liberty
Piedmont,SC
8
years of professional experience
Versatile communications and public relations professional with 8+ years of experience spanning local government, marketing, event management, economic development, social media, and administrative operations. Proven ability to manage diverse responsibilities, from coordinating large-scale community events and public communications to supporting City Council operations, maintaining official records, and collaborating with elected officials, department leaders, businesses, vendors, and community partners. Known for adaptability, organization, strong communication, and the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Communications & Clerk to Council
7 Months- Manages communications via website and social media platforms.
- Manages the daily operations of all assigned social media accounts.
- Drafts press releases, newsletters, and other communications materials.
- Coordinates agenda items and meeting materials with City Council, department heads, and the City Attorney.
- Prepares agendas, meeting packets, resolutions, ordinances, and supporting documents.
- Attends Council meetings and accurately records motions, votes, discussions, and official actions.
- Maintains official records, minutes, resolutions, and ordinances.
Events & Economic Development Manager
1 Year 2 Months- Coordinated large-scale events, ensuring seamless execution through effective vendor management and logistical planning.
- Oversaw event budgets, accurately tracking expenses and vendor payments to ensure financial accountability.
- Supervised event staff, providing guidance and support during setup and execution.
- Assessed community needs to identify and develop targeted economic development initiatives.
- Participated in conferences and workshops to enhance knowledge of economic development issues.
Marketing & Support Specialist
1 Year 2 Months- Coordinated with team members to develop marketing materials for events, increasing engagement.
- Created training materials for customer education.
- Collaborated with coworkers to achieve product and service goals, addressing related issues.
- Compiled detailed reports of service activities for management review, enhancing decision-making.
- Coordinate with vendors for product ordering and delivery services.
- Hold regular one-on-one meetings with team members to review performance and priorities.
Marketing & Promotions Coordinator
1 Year 7 Months- Lead a monthly marketing meeting with over 50 attendees to discuss upcoming events, promotional products, and campaigns.
- Coordinated planning and hosting of marketing events to boost attendee engagement.
- Streamlined promotions process for timely execution of marketing materials across all events.
- Created eye-catching promotional materials, including posters, banners, and social media assets, to attract audience attention.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on marketing projects.
- Gathered and evaluated promotional data to improve future planning.
Marketing & Social Media Coordinator
11 Months- Enhanced social media engagement through targeted content creation to connect with audience.
- Supported development and implementation of marketing campaigns to drive brand awareness.
- Supported marketing initiatives with high-quality materials for print and digital channels.
- Increased donor satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns via social media.
- Developed and managed content for each platform to establish timely, relevant posts.
- Utilized Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to promote products, services, and content.
Marketing Manager
3 Years 2 Months- Developed social media marketing strategies to help increase sales.
- Developed engaging content for social media platforms to drive audience interaction.
- Managed and designed promotional materials to enhance brand visibility.
- Identified new client opportunities through targeted marketing channels.
- Monitored online reviews and feedback from customers on social media channels.
- Presented reports on customer feedback to inform marketing strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations/Communications
Skills
Microsoft Suite
Google Suite
WordPress
Adobe Acrobat
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Canva
Asana
Meta Business Suite
Google Ads
Thrillshare
AI related tools
Timeline
Communications & Clerk to Council
City of Liberty
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Events & Economic Development Manager
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North Greenville University
Bachelor of Arts from Public Relations/Communications
12.2018Read More