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Connor Choi

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Confident Student passionate about learning new skills. Ambitious and driven individual ready and willing to work hard and learn from professionals. Multi-talented individual with strong skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Business leader bringing 5 years of experience as a successful business owner. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Built operations from ground up with strategic and scalable approaches. Well-oriented to quickly identify and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Polished in transferring ideas into actionable plans and developing growth strategies. Ethical leader possessing innovative problem-solving skills and outstanding articulate communication abilities. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals. Dedicated to maximizing forward-thinking approaches and clear focus on continuous improvement.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Blackwader Media
Tucson, AZ
04.2019 - Current
  • High-level digital marketing company specializing in growing companies online.
  • Developed website architecture and user interface design.
  • Developed and implemented multi-channel digital marketing strategies.
  • Created content for website, social media accounts, email campaigns and other digital channels.
  • Monitored performance of campaigns using analytics software such as Google Analytics.
  • Managed SEO activities including keyword research, link building and content optimization.
  • Assisted in the development of online advertising campaigns to generate leads and increase brand awareness.
  • Overseen the daily operations of the organization and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Identified and developed new markets for products or services.
  • Directed long-term research initiatives to identify new markets for growth opportunities.
  • Cultivated relationships with external organizations to build partnerships that benefited both parties.
  • Worked closely with clients in order to understand their needs and develop tailored solutions accordingly.

Owner

Connor Shoots
Tucson, AZ
01.2024 - Current
  • Professional event photography business focused on growing sororities and fraternities at the University of Arizona.
  • Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
  • Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
  • Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
  • Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
  • Create portfolios for clients to showcase work.
  • Photographed special events, parties and portraits.
  • Collaborated with clients to plan shoots and boost satisfaction with photos.
  • Planned and obtained original shots using innovative thinking and new techniques.

Executive Assistant

Tashiro Choi & Associates
Irvine, CA
07.2019 - Current
  • Award winning public relations firm specialzing in multi-cultural marketing to diverse communities in Southern California.
  • Performed data entry tasks into various software programs including MS Excel spreadsheets.
  • Conducted research on various topics as requested by executives or senior management personnel.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from customers or clients regarding products or services offered by the company.
  • Acted as a liaison between the executives and internal and external stakeholders to facilitate communication flow.
  • Managed all aspects of catering needs for special events hosted by the organization.
  • Coordinated with internal departments on a regular basis to ensure efficient functioning of day-to-day operations.
  • Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
  • Prepared reports, presentations, agendas, minutes, and other documents as needed by the executive staff.
  • Monitored incoming emails and responded accordingly in a timely manner.
  • Managed daily invoices, reports and proposals.
  • Tackled and addressed top-level, high-priority issues with professional administrative discretion.
  • Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of executives.
  • Ensured that all relevant paperwork was completed accurately prior to submission for approval.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
05-2025

Associate of Science - Psychology

San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA
05-2023

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Sales Expertise
  • Digital Marketing
  • Website Design
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Pay-Per-Click Advertising
  • Social Media Development
  • Branding
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Business Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Business Marketing
  • Relationship Building
  • Strategic Planning
  • Negotiation
  • Persuasive Selling
  • Cold-Calling
  • Business Networking
  • Professional Networking
  • Lead Development
  • Project Management
  • Public Speaking
  • Conflict Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Self-Directed
  • Deep Learning

Affiliations

  • President of the Student Entrepreneurs Association at the University of Arizona.
  • Consistently has maintained a 3.5 GPA.
  • PAD team leader at Eller Business College of Management.
  • SHELP ambassador.
  • FORGE affiliate.
  • Peer Mentor and Coach

Timeline

Owner

Connor Shoots
01.2024 - Current

Executive Assistant

Tashiro Choi & Associates
07.2019 - Current

Owner

Blackwader Media
04.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Arizona

Associate of Science - Psychology

San Diego Mesa College
Connor Choi