IVY SCHUTTE
Byron Center,MI
Summary
Communications Specialist with six years of experience in content development and digital marketing. Proven track record in managing brand presence and leading multimedia projects. Holds a Master’s in Media Communication with expertise in nonprofit and tech sectors.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Communications Specialist
D.A. Blodgett - St. John’s
Grand Rapids, MI
12.2022 - Current
- Executed content strategies across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube platforms.
- Collaborated with internal teams to promote agency programs and initiatives.
- Created multimedia content including copy, graphics, and videos.
- Managed website content and updates utilizing CMS tools.
- Designed print and digital materials such as flyers, infographics, and promotional assets.
UX Designer
Buenos Co.
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Assisted in UX planning and design for a startup social media application.
- Created branding assets and marketing collateral for launch.
- Supported visual and written content creation for digital outreach.
AI Script Writer
AKA Intelligence
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Wrote and edited AI dialogue scripts for “Musio,” a social robot.
- Applied natural language processing concepts to create human-like interactions.
- Integrated contextual awareness into conversational scripting.
Communications Associate
Young Life Kalamazoo
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Produced and managed social media, newsletter, and event content.
- Led communication efforts for donor engagement and volunteer outreach.
- Created visual content, including photography and video, to support promotional efforts.
Education
M.A. - Media Communication
Sungkyunkwan University
Seoul, South Korea01.2021
B.S.W. - Social Work
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI01.2016
Skills
- Content creation and management
- Social media strategy
- Graphic design and photography
- Video production and editing
- Website development
- Brand strategy
- Email marketing and advertising
Certification
- Digital Marketing Science – Grand Valley University (2024)
- Google Analytics – Google (2024)
- Google Ads Search – Google (2024)
- Email Marketing – HubSpot Academy (2024)
Languages
Korean
Professional
Timeline
Communications Specialist
D.A. Blodgett - St. John’s
12.2022 - Current
UX Designer
Buenos Co.
05.2021 - 09.2021
AI Script Writer
AKA Intelligence
04.2020 - 10.2020
Communications Associate
Young Life Kalamazoo
09.2014 - 09.2016
M.A. - Media Communication
Sungkyunkwan University
B.S.W. - Social Work
Western Michigan University
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