Kristina Biundo
Summary
Results-driven marketing professional with extensive experience at Monitor Technologies LLC, where social media engagement increased by 75%. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and effective team collaboration, with a strong ability to develop compelling content and implement successful digital strategies. International education has further enhanced skills in communication and storytelling.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marketing Coordinator
Monitor Technologies LLC
Elburn
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Spearheaded content creation and web development for social media campaigns, increasing engagement by 75%.
- Developed graphics and videos using Adobe Creative Suites while managing media schedules and operation manuals.
- Leveraged Google Ads and Facebook Ads to enhance digital advertising strategies.
- Assisted in trade show presentation and branding at GEAPS Exchange in Kansas City, MO.
Social Media/Marketing Intern
Bedford Paper Inc.
De Pere
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Boosted niche B2B channel's social media engagement by 20% through innovative content strategy, including UI/UX design enhancements and targeted industry posts.
- Created a professional backdrop for International Sanitary Supply Association trade show in Chicago, IL.
- Developed internal communication materials, including weekly presentations and monthly newsletters, to improve team alignment.
- Facilitated alignment of marketing efforts with production floor processes by acquiring knowledge of machine operations.
Photographer/Production Assistant
WBA (NBC26/WACY)
Green Bay
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Operated game and end zone cameras for live sports broadcasts, including high school football and Wisconsin Herd.
- Supported production equipment setup and teardown, enhancing live broadcast direction and crew communication.
- Functioned as Audio Technician (Boom Operator) for Annual Green Bay Holiday Parade in 2021.
Co-Manager of Social Media
St. Norbert College's Men's and Women's Swim and Dive Team
De Pere
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Increased engagement by 40% through strategic design and scheduling of content on four social media platforms.
- Employed creative tools like Canva and Adobe Photoshop for graphic design tasks.
- Managed live-stream production at NCAA Division III Swim Meets, directing camera operations.
- Collaborated in managing swim teams' social media accounts throughout both in-season and off-season periods.
Assistant Manager/Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Sycamore Park District
Sycamore
06.2017 - 01.2021
- Carefully enforced swimming facility policies and guidelines to ensure water safety for all patrons and staff, utilizing Red Cross procedures by administering first-aid and CPR in response to life-threatening situations
- Trained 15 new lifeguards and executed 2 live rescues, taught swim skills to 12 children between ages 5-12 per session, and graduated swim lessons
- Ensured patron safety, monitored chlorine, pH, and water levels at least three times per day, recorded them on health forms, and made announcements
Education
Master of Arts - Visual Media
THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF FLORENCE (FUA-AUF)
Florence, Italy05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communication and Media Studies
ST. NORBERT COLLEGE
De Pere, WI05.2023
Study Abroad - Communication and Media Studies
FLORENCE UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS
Florence, Italy05.2022
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Figma
- Website Design
- Google Workspace
- Canva
- Social Media Analytics
- Media Scheduling
- Brand Management
- Copywriting
- Digital Storytelling
- Internal Communications
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Public Speaking
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
Certification
- CRM Basics
- Artificial Intelligence and Business Strategy
- Social Media Marketing: Strategy and Optimization
Leadership Experience
- Student Editor & Designer, CEMI School of Journalism, The American University of Florence, Florence, Florence, Italy, 10/24, 05/25
- SAI Ambassadorship/Social Media Team, SAI Programs, REMOTE, 07/22, 05/23
- Student Front Desk/Office Assistant, The American University of Florence, Florence, Florence, Italy, 02/25, 05/25
- Communication and Media Studies Tutor, St. Norbert College, De Pere, De Pere, WI, 03/23, 05/23
- Waitress, Kishwaukee Country Club, DeKalb, DeKalb, IL, 06/22, 08/22
- Student Social Media Content Creator, Florence University of the Arts, Florence, Florence, Italy, 02/22, 05/22
- Fundraiser Chair for Greek Life and Social Group BUD, St. Norbert College, De Pere, De Pere, WI, 03/21, 12/21
Timeline
Marketing Coordinator
Monitor Technologies LLC
06.2023 - 09.2024
Social Media/Marketing Intern
Bedford Paper Inc.
08.2022 - 05.2023
Photographer/Production Assistant
WBA (NBC26/WACY)
09.2021 - 01.2023
Co-Manager of Social Media
St. Norbert College's Men's and Women's Swim and Dive Team
11.2020 - 08.2021
Assistant Manager/Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Sycamore Park District
06.2017 - 01.2021
Master of Arts - Visual Media
THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF FLORENCE (FUA-AUF)
Bachelor of Arts - Communication and Media Studies
ST. NORBERT COLLEGE
Study Abroad - Communication and Media Studies
FLORENCE UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS