Cory Shawn O'Neal Jr.
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Dedicated to building confident, knowledgeable individuals through hands-on teaching. Enthusiastic about enhancing all areas development, building trust and instilling confidence in individual abilities and knowledge. Accomplished marketing professional with demonstrated success developing and implementing strategic approaches to drive market growth and bottom-line profitability. Strong communicator with natural leadership talent and high energy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Marketing and Graphic Design
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
Birmingham, AL
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinated innovative strategies to achieve objectives and enhance long-term profitability.
- Orchestrated rebranding of company website and social media to drive sales effectiveness.
- Deployed campaigns and public relations strategies for successful event facilitation.
- Collaborated with creative team to produce dynamic marketing content for promotional efforts.
- Assessed and enhanced client digital presence through website copy, blog posts, and social media updates.
- Developed site navigation by categorizing content to optimize user traffic flow.
- Created and scheduled content, designs, and updates for the company website.
- Produced collateral, including display and packaging materials, to strengthen product branding.
Founder/College Pastor
Elevate College Ministry
Jacksonville, AL
01.2020 - Current
- Oversaw administration and management of all ministry areas.
- Authored sermons, speeches, and various religious materials.
- Raised awareness of student contributions to campus life and operations.
- Collaborated with stewardship to promote responsible biblical practices.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer for college students.
- Led worship, study, fellowship, and service programs for community engagement.
- Planned and conducted worship services while working with key student leaders.
- Developed performance improvement strategies to enhance continuous growth.
Youth Pastor
The Tower of Prayer Church
Leeds, AL
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Oversaw youth ministry budget, tracking all expenses meticulously.
- Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers for various activities.
- Cultivated lasting relationships with youth, parents, and guardians.
- Increased awareness among students regarding contributions of youth to church operations.
- Planned weekly groups, special events, and overnight retreats to enhance engagement.
- Set goals for youth development and communicated progress to parents effectively.
- Authored sermons and other religious materials tailored to youth needs.
- Taught and counseled youth aged six to 18 on spiritual matters.
Temporary English Teacher
Reformation Academy
Talladega, AL
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Cultivated relationships with parents for a complete support network.
- Prepared a comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curriculum.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
Director of Communications
Camelot Bus Charters & Tours
Cropwell, AL
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Created innovative print and digital productions, boosting brand awareness in major publications.
- Strategized social media campaigns to achieve client goals and engage new customer segments.
- Established relationships with key media contacts for positive coverage of company news.
- Evaluated communication effectiveness through analytics reviews, optimizing future marketing efforts.
- Developed engaging social media content to enhance customer interaction.
- Maintained social media presence by posting updates, responding to inquiries, and monitoring engagement.
- Monitored advancements in social media and technology, collaborating with marketing teams for integration.
- Executed contract work focused on enhancing brand visibility and communication strategies.
Director of Media, Drummer, & Associate Minister
Greater New Destiny Christian Church
Pell City, AL
08.2012 - 12.2021
- Crafted engaging captions and text for photos and videos for print and online platforms.
- Attended rehearsals, soundchecks, and evaluated sound quality to ensure optimal performance.
- Controlled microphones and sound outputs to produce high-quality tracks for various artists.
- Mixed instruments, vocals, and peripheral sounds during post-production to enhance audio clarity.
- Promoted youth contributions to church life, raising awareness among congregations.
- Led worship, study, fellowship, and service programs to engage community members.
- Worked flexible hours during nights, weekends, and holidays to meet operational needs.
- Planned worship services, authored sermons, and collaborated with church leaders to fulfill mission objectives.
Education
Master of Arts - Higher Education Administration
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL06-2026
Master of Arts - English Language
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, English
Jacksonville, AL
Jacksonville, AL08.2022
HS Diploma -
Pell City, AL
Pell City, AL05.2018
Skills
- Network and campaign development
- Business development and grant writing
- Relationship management
- Team leadership
- Leadership training
- Discipleship and mentoring
- Youth ministry
- Digital marketing
- Spiritual guidance
- Strategic planning
- Creative direction
- Content strategy
- Christian education
- Church growth strategies
- Creative writing
- Curriculum development
- Inspirational leadership
- Family ministry
Certification
- 2023-04 Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
- 2023-03 Project Management Skills for Leaders
- 2023-01 Top 10 Rules for Highly Effective Leadership
- 2023-05 Information Literacy
- 2023-07 CNP - Certified Notary Public
- 2024-04 Life & Health Insurance Licenses (AL)
References
- Shulanda, Keller, shulandakeller1@gmail.com, 205-440-9549
- Darius, Williams, dw0085@yahoo.com, 256-589-2726
- Thelma, Jones, ladte@centurylink.net, (205)-835-0625
Accomplishments
- Founder and CEO of the newly Heartcare and Food Outreach Foundation. (non-profit)
- As the campus leader and founder, we've enjoyed enriching individual college students with generous donations exceeding $4,000 with Elevate Ministries.
- Campaign Manager 2020 for two City Council Opponents
- Food Drive Key Leader for Greater New Destiny Christian Church
- Community Outreach in Jacksonville, AL (Fed over 350+) on Halloween in 2021.
- Hosted food drives and clothing drives for the homeless in Jacksonville, AL.
- Tutored high school and college students in English as a Junior & Senior (Calhoun County Schools & JSU).
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans for each student (Calhoun County Schools).
- Helped students understand course materials and improve test scores.
- Leadership Team Member for 2020 Unity March in Pell City, AL
- Founder of Cory Jr. & The Fellas Band
- Front Ensemble Drummer for Jacksonville State Marching Southerners
- Collaborated with a team of four in the development of receiving a grant for a nonprofit as a senior in the undergrad. Grant was written and led by me.
- Planned, coordinated, and facilitated Camelot Charter's 20th anniversary event.
Affiliations
- Alabama Education Association
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated
- Jacksonville State University Alumni Association
Timeline
Director of Marketing and Graphic Design
RE/MAX Advantage Realty
05.2024 - Current
Temporary English Teacher
Reformation Academy
01.2024 - 05.2024
Youth Pastor
The Tower of Prayer Church
02.2023 - 01.2025
Founder/College Pastor
Elevate College Ministry
01.2020 - Current
Director of Communications
Camelot Bus Charters & Tours
08.2018 - 08.2022
Director of Media, Drummer, & Associate Minister
Greater New Destiny Christian Church
08.2012 - 12.2021
Master of Arts - Higher Education Administration
University of Alabama
Master of Arts - English Language
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications, English
Jacksonville, AL
HS Diploma -
Pell City, AL
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