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Education
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Stay-at-home Parent / Volunteer Experience (2011-Present)
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Katherine Harcsar

Irvington,NY

Summary

Accomplished Vice President/Group Account Director with a proven track record at DigitasLBi, enhancing client satisfaction and driving digital marketing excellence. Expert in leading cross-functional teams and revitalizing client relationships, achieving a 98% regulatory approval rate. Skilled in budget oversight and client relationship building, consistently delivering impactful content strategies and integrated marketing programs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President /Group Account Director

DigitasLBi
New York, NY
11.2009 - 01.2011

Spearheaded development of content strategies to synchronize brand messaging with digital engagement objectives.

- Directed cross-functional teams to develop and execute integrated marketing programs for healthcare and pharmaceutical clients.

- Launched a digital content and publishing capability, delivering custom creative solutions for nine Fortune 100 pharmaceutical clients, enhancing client satisfaction, and expanding project scopes.

- Revitalized client relationships, achieving a 98% regulatory approval rate (up from 54%) within one month, increasing productivity by 900% in the second month, and securing $250K in additional engagement in one quarter.

- Managed content partnerships, contracts, staffing, budgets, and workflow development to optimize efficiency and drive results.

Consultant /Manager - Digital Marketing

Reader's Digest Association
Chappaqua, NY
09.2008 - 08.2009

Provided consulting on digital transformation and content monetization, driving initiatives to enhance business performance and revenue generation.

Worked closely with diverse teams to optimize editorial processes and enhance digital content strategy.

Coordinated end-to-end project management for marketing campaigns with a focus on quality assurance.

Coordinated tasks for team members located in New York and India, facilitating cross-time zone cooperation.

Senior Digital Marketing Producer

Digitas (formerly IconNicholson LBi)
New York, NY
08.2005 - 11.2007

- Produced and managed complex digital initiatives, including website builds, interactive campaigns, and content platforms for clients, including Fujifilm, Pepsi, MasterCard, and Scholastic Corporation.

Executed high-profile digital projects in collaboration with creative, strategy, and technology teams.

Delivered project outcomes on time and within budget, consistently.

Contributed to sales pitches by providing accurate cost estimates and innovative ideas.

Senior Project Manager

OgilvyOne Worldwide
New York, NY
09.2006 - 09.2007

Led comprehensive digital project management efforts across global markets, aligning key stakeholders while executing creative strategies.

Directed digital production for Aflac's renowned duck mascot campaigns, ensuring timely delivery of creative assets.

Led interdepartmental efforts to develop successful digital strategies for major initiatives with DuPont, Nestlé, Pfizer.

Developed comprehensive project plans and budgets to enhance organizational efficiency.

Education

MPS - Design Management

Pratt Institute
Brooklyn, NY
07-2001

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Client relationship building
  • Process improvement
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Proposals and presentations
  • Budget oversight

Stay-at-home Parent / Volunteer Experience (2011-Present)

  • Healthcare advocate (2021-present) - Provide guidance and assistance to parents of dependents with illnesses and disabilities to maximize healthcare benefits.
  • USTA & APTA Adult League Team Captain (2018–Present)
    Led and managed competitive tennis and platform tennis teams, coordinating match schedules, player lineups, and league communications.
  • Team Parent, Irvington Modified Football (2024)
    Supported team operations, coordinated communication between coaches, players, and families, and organized team events.
  • Parent Advisory Committee, Irvington Union Free School District (2015–2019)
    Advised and or participated in policy decisions, hiring decisions, curriculum enhancements, and student experience improvements.
  • Class and Grade Parent, Irvington Elementary, Middle & High Schools (Multiple Years)
    Acted as a liaison between teachers and parents, coordinating classroom activities, communication, and school events.
  • Basketball Coach, Irvington Recreation (Multiple Years)
    Coached and mentored youth basketball teams, fostering teamwork, skill development, and sportsmanship.

Timeline

Vice President /Group Account Director

DigitasLBi
11.2009 - 01.2011

Consultant /Manager - Digital Marketing

Reader's Digest Association
09.2008 - 08.2009

Senior Project Manager

OgilvyOne Worldwide
09.2006 - 09.2007

Senior Digital Marketing Producer

Digitas (formerly IconNicholson LBi)
08.2005 - 11.2007

MPS - Design Management

Pratt Institute

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Katherine Harcsar