DAMIA DAY
Chicago,IL
Summary
Personable event coordinator bringing several years of expertise in highly-personalized event planning. Recognized for consistently building relationships with clients and leading teams to successfully execute events. Seasoned veteran at negotiating with vendors and venues to secure cost-effective services.
Overview
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Language
3
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years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
COMMUNICATIONS & SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
State Representative Cleopatra Cowley
01.2025 - Current
- Created content and messaging that increased visibility and engagement across multiple platforms.
- Managed communications, social media, and community engagement initiatives to enhance community connection.
- Contributed to a 45% increase in social media growth within three months.
- Supported event promotion, public relations, and community outreach efforts to strengthen community relations.
CONTENT & EVENT PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Sofar Sounds Chicago
01.2024 - Current
- Supported planning and execution of live music events, ensuring seamless operations from start to finish.
- Captured promotional photo and video content, enhancing visibility for social media and digital campaigns.
- Coordinated with artists, vendors, and event teams to facilitate successful event execution.
FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
ShotByDay
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered photography, videography, and content creation that enhanced brand visibility for businesses, events, and organizations.
- Manage client relationships and creative projects from concept through delivery.
- Oversaw client relationships and creative projects from concept to delivery, ensuring alignment with client vision and objectives.
PROGRAM MANAGER
Right At School
01.2022 - Current
- Managed daily operations and activities for after-school program, ensuring smooth delivery of services.
- Developed lesson plans and coordinated engaging experiences, enhancing student participation and learning.
- Established connections with families, schools, and community partners to enhance collaborative efforts.
ROTC MEDIA PROGRAM LEAD
Chicago State University
08.2023 - 12.2025
- Increased followers by 85% and engagement by 90% in one year through strategic content.
- Led content strategy, media production, and social media management for CSU ROTC, enhancing program visibility.
- Created content that showcased cadet achievements, events, and programs, fostering community engagement.
- Improved interdepartmental communication between departments to enhance program efficiency.
EVENT COORDINATION & PRODUCTION
Community Events & Celebrations
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Coordinated logistics, programming, promotion, and execution for various events, ensuring seamless operations and participant satisfaction.
- Created engaging community experiences by effectively managing multiple event details and deadlines, fostering local involvement.
- Planned and organized Juneteenth celebrations, pageants, dinners, and banquets, enhancing community engagement over three consecutive years.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Marketing & Public Relations
CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY
Chicago, IL 08.2022 - 12.2025
Skills
- Social Media Strategy
- Content Creation
- Visual Storytelling
- Communications
- Public Relations
- Community Outreach
- Event Planning & Coordination
- Graphic Design
- Video Editing
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Analytics & Reporting
- Marketing & Branding
- Project Management
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Social Media Platforms
- Copywriting
Languages
ASL
Limited
A1
Timeline
COMMUNICATIONS & SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
State Representative Cleopatra Cowley
01.2025 - Current
CONTENT & EVENT PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Sofar Sounds Chicago
01.2024 - Current
ROTC MEDIA PROGRAM LEAD
Chicago State University
08.2023 - 12.2025
FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
ShotByDay
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communication, Marketing & Public Relations
CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY
08.2022 - 12.2025
PROGRAM MANAGER
Right At School
01.2022 - Current
EVENT COORDINATION & PRODUCTION
Community Events & Celebrations
01.2019 - 12.2021