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Fallon Smith

Summary

Award-winning storyteller and marketing strategist with 15+ years of experience. Proven track record in driving revenue growth through content creation and innovative strategies. Results-driven media professional skilled in executing successful campaigns, editing multimedia content, with a strong understanding of the latest web technologies and marketing trends. Expert in high-level project management, building client relationships, and crafting compelling narratives to drive brand awareness and customer engagement.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Board Member - Marketing & Communications

Caregivers Network - Comcast
04.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in the successful launch of the Caregivers Network in the Mountain West Region, driving regional awareness and engagement.
  • Developed and designed marketing and communication materials, including email headers, flyers, and virtual backgrounds, ensuring a cohesive and professional brand presence.
  • Strategically planned and executed comprehensive marketing campaigns to drive growth and achievement of membership goals.
  • Actively participated in board meetings and strategic planning sessions, contributing insights and recommendations for organizational development and expansion.

Sr. Support Specialist, Indirect Sales Operations

Comcast
08.2023 - Current

**Accomplishments**

  • Led, hosted, and produced the inaugural West Division One Retail Live, setting a new standard for regional recognition, engagement, and alignment for Company Owned and Branded Partner Stores.
    Selected by executives of Bridge, a key Comcast external stakeholder, to emcee their 100th Xfinity Branded Partner store opening.
  • Launched Next Level Rankings to motivate teams and recognize performance.
  • Revamped weekly Indirect Sales Manager call and channel meeting decks to improve engagement.
  • Developed a pitch deck for the Denver Leadership Academy's Advanced Leadership Project, presented to Comcast Senior Leadership Teams


**Responsibilities**

  • Facilitate successful internal and external partnerships through effective communication and collaboration.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with branded partner teams to enhance performance.
  • Design and implement incentive programs to drive sales results.
  • Ensure alignment across branded partner and company-owned channels by working closely with One Retail teammates.
  • Create informative content to ensure sales teams are delivering exceptional customer experiences and achieving sales targets.
  • Lead division-wide meetings and simplify materials for better comprehension and engagement.
  • Communicate reports (Operations, Sales, Customer Experience) to internal and external partners.
  • Analyze data to develop strategies for overcoming roadblocks, sharing successes, and identifying opportunities with partners.
  • Provide region-specific support and address communication gaps and process deficiencies.

Vice President of Communications

Confidential Startup
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Assisted CEO in cultivating and managing investor relationships.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive internal and external communication plans.
  • Created executive briefings to facilitate effective leadership meetings.
  • Crafted compelling corporate narrative to align with company's vision.
  • Advised CEO on strategic positioning, message development, and communication delivery.
  • Authored press releases and compelling stories for media pitches.

Director of Marketing

University of Missouri
02.2020 - 11.2022
  • Spearheaded relaunch of marketing team and rebranded program.
  • Directed and mentored 15-person student staff comprising of MU journalism student interns.
  • Implemented innovative social media strategy resulting in 60% increase in Twitter following and 4000% surge in impressions within initial five months.
  • Developed winning proposal and secured substantial grant for building a state-of-the-art production studio and multi-media room.
  • Created engaging and informative content across multiple social media platforms.
  • Produced feature stories for website, showcasing achievements of underrepresented minority students.
  • Led collaborative efforts with various MU partners to achieve shared objectives.
  • Successfully launched and produced two student-led podcasts.
  • Implemented bi-weekly newsletter to enhance engagement among stakeholders, students, families, and staff.
  • Developed messaging for department initiatives to ensure consistent and effective communication.
  • Wrote and edited various internal communications and announcements on behalf of department head.

Host

Blue Wire
09.2018 - 01.2021
  • Keeping it 300: A Raiders Podcast”
  • Hosted, produced, and edited weekly Raiders podcast for Blue Wire
  • Scheduled high-profile guest appearances
  • Promoted episodes on social media.

Adjunct Professor

University of Missouri, School of Journalism
08.2019 - 12.2020
  • Course J1200 - Fundamentals of Visual Journalism and Strategic Communication
  • Instructed and guided the next generation of professionals in mastering art of effective storytelling using audio, video, still photography, and design techniques.
  • Introduced students to Adobe Creative Cloud software, enabling them to develop proficiency in Photoshop, InDesign, Audition, Premiere Pro, and Lightroom.
  • Delivered comprehensive instruction on theoretical foundations, ethical considerations, and strategic principles of marketing and advertising.

Reporter, Play-by-Play Talent

Intel
12.2018 - 12.2018
  • Play by play announcer for Browns vs. Texans and Ravens vs. Chiefs games.

Sports Anchor/Reporter/Host/Social Media Reporter

NBC Sports Bay Area
08.2013 - 05.2018
  • 3x Emmy Award Winner — Including Emmy for documentary I wrote and produced.
  • Anchored/hosted Raiders Central, Raiders Press Conference Live, and Raiders Post Game Live.
  • Co-hosted The Raiders Insider Podcast.
  • Fill-in Anchor for SportsNet Central.
  • Reported for SportsNet Central, covering remote live shots and daily stories.
  • Served as Social Media Reporter for Giants Pre/Post Game Live and A's Pre/Post Game Live.
  • Reported during NBA Finals from 2015-2017, including coverage of Warriors Championship Parades.
  • Hosted corporate events for Xfinity/NBC Universal.
  • Emceed community outreach programs and charity events.

Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter

WATE-TV
07.2011 - 07.2013
  • Anchored the 6P, 10P and 11P weekend sportscasts and produced and edited the sports segments
  • Hosted 6 Sports Saturday, a half hour show dedicated to college/SEC football
  • Co-Anchored Friday Night Hits, a Friday night high school football sports show
  • Wrote sports content for wate.com.

Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter

KCWY-TV
04.2008 - 07.2011
  • 2011 Wyoming Association of Broadcasters: Best Sports Anchor/Reporter (1st Place) — First woman in Wyoming history to win.
  • 2010 Wyoming Association of Broadcasters: Best Sports Anchor/Reporter (2nd Place)
  • 2010 Wyoming Association of Broadcasters: Best Photography
  • Participated in editorial meetings to discuss story ideas and content.
  • One Man Band" - Shot sporting events, produced, and edited daily stories
  • Anchored the 5P and 10P weekend newscasts
  • Wrote, edited, and shot daily packages.

Tennis Industry Relations Coordinator

Tennis Channel
01.2008 - 04.2008
  • Coordinated TV/media appearances of top ranked professional tennis players for the network.

Executive Assistant

Tennis Channel
10.2006 - 01.2008
  • Executive Assistant to Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.

Sports Intern

KTLA-TV
04.2006 - 02.2007
  • Conducted post-game interviews with players from the Los Angeles Clippers and Los Angeles Lakers.
  • Assisted Sports Director/Anchor with nightly newscasts and live shots.

Sports Reporter/Anchor/Producer/Photographer/Editor

Bruin News 29, TV
01.2005 - 06.2006
  • Student-led campus newscast.
  • Reported on UCLA athletics to provide interesting sports stories.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications and Political Science

University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
06.2006

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Digital Marketing
  • Brand Messaging
  • Written and Verbal Communication
  • Strategic Communications and Planning
  • WordPress
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Microsoft Office 365 Suite
  • MailChimp
  • Canva
  • Partnerships/Collaboration
  • Social Media (strategy, campaigns, etc)
  • Content Creation
  • Editing (audio and video)
  • Photography
  • Web Analytics
  • Project Management
  • Customer Engagement
  • Public Relations

Timeline

Board Member - Marketing & Communications

Caregivers Network - Comcast
04.2024 - Current

Sr. Support Specialist, Indirect Sales Operations

Comcast
08.2023 - Current

Vice President of Communications

Confidential Startup
11.2022 - 02.2023

Director of Marketing

University of Missouri
02.2020 - 11.2022

Adjunct Professor

University of Missouri, School of Journalism
08.2019 - 12.2020

Reporter, Play-by-Play Talent

Intel
12.2018 - 12.2018

Host

Blue Wire
09.2018 - 01.2021

Sports Anchor/Reporter/Host/Social Media Reporter

NBC Sports Bay Area
08.2013 - 05.2018

Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter

WATE-TV
07.2011 - 07.2013

Weekend Sports Anchor/Reporter

KCWY-TV
04.2008 - 07.2011

Tennis Industry Relations Coordinator

Tennis Channel
01.2008 - 04.2008

Executive Assistant

Tennis Channel
10.2006 - 01.2008

Sports Intern

KTLA-TV
04.2006 - 02.2007

Sports Reporter/Anchor/Producer/Photographer/Editor

Bruin News 29, TV
01.2005 - 06.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications and Political Science

University of California - Los Angeles
Fallon Smith