Cindy Pantoja
Richmond,CA
Summary
Organized Communications Consultant with two years of dedicated Corporate Communication experience. Focused on comprehensive communication and media management with an extensive understanding of traditional and digital marketing. Accomplished at meeting long-term reputation and branding goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategic Communications Consultant
Himera Arts
01.2023 - Current
- Advised clients on best practices for internal communications, helping to foster a positive organizational culture and increase employee engagement levels.
- Secured positive media coverage for clients through timely press releases, targeted pitches, and well-crafted op-eds that positioned them as industry thought leaders.
- Increased audience engagement through the creation of compelling content and visuals for various platforms.
- Enhanced client brand recognition by developing strategic communication plans and targeted messaging.
Marketing Director
Amazing Smile Inc.
01.2022 - Current
- Developed comprehensive marketing plans in alignment with overall business goals and objectives.
- Created content and promotional materials to drive engagement and conversions.
- Oversaw the creation of compelling marketing materials, including brochures, presentations, and social media content.
- Directed trade show participation, maximizing exposure for company products and services.
Marketing Consultant
Alameda Enterprises
08.2020 - Current
- Boosted sales revenue through the implementation of innovative promotional strategies and events.
- Collaborated with sales team to increase brand awareness and enhance business development by building and maintaining relationships with 5 key accounts.
- Increased brand awareness by developing and executing targeted marketing campaigns.
- Enhanced customer engagement with effective social media management and content creation.
Developmental Writing Consultant
Contra Costa College Metas Program
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Provided academic advisement and educational guidance for adult learners using constructive feedback, in-person facilitation, contact calls, and emails.
- Challenged and engaged students through in-depth lectures, and discussions on literary subjects.
- Prepared lesson plans for classes to accommodate students with varying proficiency levels.
Podcast Host and Producer
Amigos De La Bahía
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Found, researched, fact-checked and wrote scripts for relevant topics in local news.
- Disseminated news content through social media for better engagement with audiences and faster reporting.
- Managed social media accounts to promote new episodes and engage with the podcast community effectively.
- Improved audience retention by consistently delivering informative, entertaining, and thought-provoking content.
Creative Director
The Advocate Newspaper
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with staff members to manage project progress and milestones.
- Improved quality standards of The Advocate's website by effectively using Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Evaluated and contributed to creative team ideas and translated into actionable project plans.
Editor-in-Chief
The Advocate Newspaper
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Oversaw, trained and developed writers and associates, assistants and junior editors to optimize production and quality of work.
- Determined readiness of written pieces, made changes and approved final versions for publication.
- Collaborated with Editors to develop publication's website, blogs and social media presence.
Education
Minor - Advertising
California State University - East Bay
05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
California State University - East Bay
05.2024
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts: Arts & Humanities
Contra Costa College
06.2022
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies
Contra Costa College
08.2021
Associate of Arts - Social & Behavioral Sciences
Contra Costa College
08.2021
Associate of Arts - Journalism
Contra Costa College
08.2020
Skills
- Associated Press (AP) Style
- Brand Management
- Content Development
- Creative Cloud proficiency
- Creative team leadership
- Deadline-oriented
- Design understanding
- Digital publishing
- E-commerce SEO
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Marketing Communications
- Motion graphics
- Script Development
- Social Media Strategy
- Spanish fluency
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Strategic Communications Consultant
Himera Arts
01.2023 - Current
Developmental Writing Consultant
Contra Costa College Metas Program
03.2022 - 05.2022
Marketing Director
Amazing Smile Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Podcast Host and Producer
Amigos De La Bahía
03.2021 - 04.2022
Creative Director
The Advocate Newspaper
01.2021 - 06.2021
Marketing Consultant
Alameda Enterprises
08.2020 - Current
Editor-in-Chief
The Advocate Newspaper
06.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies
California State University - East Bay
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts: Arts & Humanities
Contra Costa College
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies
Contra Costa College
Associate of Arts - Social & Behavioral Sciences
Contra Costa College
Associate of Arts - Journalism
Contra Costa College
Minor - Advertising
California State University - East Bay
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