Jamilah Rhodes
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record of excelling in brand strategy implementation and problem-solving. Leveraging analytical skills and teamwork to enhance campaign performance and streamline production processes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Strategy & Ad Sales Associate
Central City Productions
10.2023 - Current
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently, ensuring that marketing campaigns were executed within allocated constraints while achieving desired outcomes within client contracts
- Streamlined post-production workflows by developing efficient editing processes and leveraging automation tools.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of production processes.
- Assisted clients during high-profile events, ensuring smooth logistics and seamless execution from start to finish.
- Managed relationships with third-party vendors to optimize technology integrations, troubleshoot issues, and negotiate contracts for maximum value.
- Coordinated and managed sponsorships and sponsorship activation.
- Managed inventory forecasting to ensure optimal availability of ad placements, maximizing revenue potential.
- Established clear lines of communication between departments involved in the creation, management, reporting, billing, or optimization of client campaigns.
Production Assistant - Black Music Honors 2024
Central City Productions
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
- Acted as a liaison between clients and internal production teams to maintain healthy relationships despite busy show schedules.
- Assisted clients during high-profile events, ensuring smooth logistics and seamless execution from start to finish.
- Navigated complex travel itineraries effortlessly while accommodating last-minute changes or delays in plans.
- Collected feedback from event attendees or prospects on their perception of the company''s products/services which helped in adjusting future strategies.
- Provided support during photoshoots, contributing to a cohesive visual representation of the brand identity.-
Brand Logistics Coordinator - Black Music Honors
Central City Productions
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Created detailed scripts and deliverables to satisfy client contracts, activations and production needs.
- Managed relationships to ensure consistent quality placement of products to meet partnering client needs.
- Collaborated with digital, distribution and marketing teams for seamless launch of campaigns, ensuring product visibility across all channels.
Project - Communications Coordinator
Crunchyroll
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Drafted and edited content for organizational publications, employee newsletters, and stockholders' reports.
- Conducted market and public opinion research related to company's reputation and positioning among key stakeholder audiences.
- Secured high-profile placements in top-tier publications through effective pitching techniques and strong media relationships.
- Maintained up-to-date media lists for various industries, ensuring accurate contact information for efficient outreach efforts.
- Supported internal communications initiatives by developing company newsletters, intranet updates, and employee engagement materials.
Project - People Operations Coordinator
Abbot Laboratories
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Evaluated the effectiveness of people operations initiatives by analyzing relevant metrics, seeking feedback from employees and management, and making data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement efforts.
- Enhanced employee engagement by implementing innovative team building activities and recognition programs.
- Managed full-cycle recruitment processes to maintain an efficient talent pipeline for various departments.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
Operations Manager
Deloitte
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Facilitated smooth collaboration between departments through clear communication channels.
- Verified basic needs are being met, providing navigation assistance for various benefits and available services.
- Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated expense reports for company database.
- Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
- Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
Digital Advertising Analyst
Yelp
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Leveraged advanced analytics tools to monitor campaign performance and make data-informed decisions on optimizations.
- Developed comprehensive reports for clients, showcasing campaign progress and actionable insights for improvement.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, securing cost-effective solutions for clients'' digital advertising needs.
- Increased ad campaign performance by implementing data-driven optimization strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL05.2018
Skills
- Brand Strategy
- Data Entry
- Schedule Management
- Customer Service Management
- Organizational Skills
- Staff Development and Training
- Multicultural Marketing
- CRM Management
- Campaign Management
- Creative Thinking
- Microsoft Office
- Media Production
- Script and Scenario Design
- Content Creation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Commercial Strategy & Ad Sales Associate
Central City Productions
10.2023 - Current
Production Assistant - Black Music Honors 2024
Central City Productions
10.2023 - 05.2024
Brand Logistics Coordinator - Black Music Honors
Central City Productions
10.2023 - 05.2024
Project - Communications Coordinator
Crunchyroll
11.2021 - 05.2022
Project - People Operations Coordinator
Abbot Laboratories
03.2021 - 05.2021
Operations Manager
Deloitte
07.2019 - 07.2020
Digital Advertising Analyst
Yelp
06.2018 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Northern Illinois University