Kiana Nwaka
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer work
California State University, Dominguez Hills Housing
- Photographed headshots for student housing faculty.
Volunteer work
CRWND Inc.
- Participates in community service projects twice a month & mentor to High School Black girls once a week with non-profit organization
- Photographed LinkedIn Headshots for high school student members of CRWND Inc
- For their Sister In Suits Program initiative.
Social Media Manager
Rooted Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Plan, capture and posts on 2 Instagram online brand accounts and 1 TikTok shop account with a collective 70.4K followers daily.
- Organizes influencer partnership meetings and content collaborations 2x a week.
- Increased follower engagement by 40% through proactive communication and user-generated content outreach.
- Monitors analytics including algorithm changes, engagement rates and impressions using each platform's business suite.
Photographer/ Creative Director
KNLoveMedia
08.2018 - Current
- Oversees and manages creative vision for projects, campaigns, social media content
- Organized and Hosted four annual collaborative creative events with over 20+ local entrepreneurs
- Oversee all client consultations.
Public Relations Intern
BTS California, LLC
Beverly Hills, CA
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Curated 3 strategic media coverage membership packages for local and virtual clients on an annual scale.
- Conducted 2 weekly team meetings for clientele research and brand development.
- Schedule and oversees record keeping for client consultations.
- Coordinated 2 sponsored events hosted by BTS California, LLC.
Hostess
Cork and Batter Rooftop Bar
Inglewood, CA
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Welcome and engage with guests, creating a positive initial interaction to enhance their experience
- Handle reservations, emails, call-in scheduling, ensuring a seamless flow of clients and optimizing service efficiency
- Provide information to guests or sponsorships about dining, private event inquires, or promoting engagements
- Provide assistance to servers by running dishes and beverages to the appropriate tables.
Co Director/ Lead Photographer
The Cause International
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Photographed and edited high-quality images for digital campaigns.
- Planned and prepared on-location and studio shoots
- Directed 4+ Influencer interviews per week for branded social media content & campaigns.
- Managed Brand's TikTok account for Podcasts; edited, curated captions/ hashtags, and posted content on a daily.
- Scheduled 10+ photoshoots a week
- Managed client consultations.
- Photographed headshots for music artists and aspiring models.
Recording Studio In-House Photographer
Interscope Records, Universal Music Group
Los Angeles, CA
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Photographed musicians and music artists during recording studio sessions
- Edited over 70+ high quality photos.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film, Television & Media
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA05.2023
Skills
- Advanced in customer relationship management
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Lightroom, Premiere Pro)
- Technical experience in camera equipment, lighting, and post-production routine
- Social Media Digital Marketing
- Project Management
- Promotional Campaigns
- User Generated Content
- Social Media Strategy
Timeline
Social Media Manager
Rooted Los Angeles
04.2024 - Current
Public Relations Intern
BTS California, LLC
04.2024 - 06.2024
Hostess
Cork and Batter Rooftop Bar
02.2023 - 03.2024
Recording Studio In-House Photographer
Interscope Records, Universal Music Group
01.2023 - 01.2023
Co Director/ Lead Photographer
The Cause International
08.2021 - 05.2023
Photographer/ Creative Director
KNLoveMedia
08.2018 - Current
Volunteer work
California State University, Dominguez Hills Housing
Volunteer work
CRWND Inc.
Bachelor of Arts - Film, Television & Media
California State University - Dominguez Hills