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Kylie Forest

San Diego,CA

Summary

Motivated marketing and business professional seeking opportunities in marketing, client relations, project coordination, event planning, and administrative roles within creative industries. Experienced in both corporate and independent business environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Marketing and Production Assistant

Industry Threadworks and Archive Fulfilment Solutions
06.2024 - 06.2025
  • Created content and wrote copy for marketing channels, including Instagram, Klaviyo email campaigns, META advertising campaigns, and website content
  • Provided guidance and assistance with our 3rd party google marketing partner for Archive Fulfillment Solutions
  • Provided creative direction and production assistance for photo and video shoots
  • Managed retail inventory and established selling channels on Walmart and Amazon
  • Assisted in product development for B2C retail, including concept design, print design, blank sourcing, manufacturing, pricing, and marketing
  • Assisted the B2B Director of Operations in client communications, manufacturer and vendor communications, ordering wholesale products/materials for client projects, and invoicing
  • Tracking and managing the various stages of the production process for other clients
  • Collaborated with production team to facilitate smooth operations, avoiding disruptions and delays
  • Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.
  • Assisted in meeting tight deadlines by efficiently coordinating tasks with other team members.
  • Developed positive relationships with vendors and suppliers, optimizing collaboration and quality of materials received.

Box Office Attendant

Music Box
09.2022 - 08.2024
  • Facilitated ticket sales, fielded phone calls, answered or fielded emails from customers, created guest lists and event timelines.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments such as concessions or security to ensure smooth operations during events.
  • Assisted patrons with special needs, ensuring a positive and inclusive experience for all.
  • Effectively resolved customer issues through clear communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Created and maintained reports of sold tickets and payments received.

Freelance Retail Associate

Garageland
10.2021 - Current
  • Cashier for festival events selling vinyl records, art prints, and clothing.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized assistance and product recommendations.
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts, creating eye-catching displays that showcased featured products effectively.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Assisted in the loading in, set up, and breakdown of festival booths

Freelance Copywriter

Design Cypher
02.2020 - 06.2021
  • Wrote SEO and brand copywriting, content marketing for Design Cypher's industry-diverse clientele
  • Generated potential article and copy topics for clients and developed a publishing schedule
  • Edited existing copy for clarity, grammar, punctuation, and overall effectiveness while respecting original author''s intent.
  • Increased brand awareness through the creation of compelling content for website landing pages, blog posts, and email newsletters.
  • Transformed complex information into easily digestible pieces tailored for specific audience segments using plain language principles.
  • Supported SEO initiatives through strategic keyword incorporation in web content, driving organic traffic growth.
  • Researched industry trends and customer preferences to inform copywriting efforts.
  • Conducted thorough research to produce white papers that positioned company as solution provider in its field.

Photographer's Assistant

Jon Stell Photography
02.2020 - 06.2021
  • Served as personal assistant in the Business's daily operations
  • Handled administrative computer operations such as photo management and uploading to appropriate databases
  • Assisted in post-processing photo shoots
  • Operated as a second event photographer when needed
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by diligently assisting the lead photographer in capturing high-quality images during photoshoots.
  • Played an integral role in project completion by efficiently processing images using various editing software programs such as Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
  • Streamlined workflow for improved efficiency, managing photography equipment and ensuring timely setup for each session.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by seamlessly transitioning between various photography styles and genres as needed, ensuring a diverse portfolio for the studio.

Event Coordinator, Assistant

University of Vermont Event Services
09.2019 - 01.2020
  • Received, processed, and approved event requests across all University departments, students, and external affiliates.
  • Utilized EMS software for processing event requests and statuses, updating event space information, and provided technical support to its users.
  • Assisted management in the field for set-up, sound, and real-time event troubleshooting
  • Fielded all phone calls to department
  • Photographed and logged event spaces for the EMS database
  • Wrote content copy for standardized email templates and new training manuals

Client Relations and Front End Manager

Smashbox Studios Brooklyn
07.2018 - 06.2019
  • Facilitated photoshoots; mediated client's studio needs with other in-studio services/departments; managed studio, office, and café inventory; handled credit card purchases and reconciled the monthly CC statement; managed all messenger services for studio and clients
  • Developed improved systems for tracking inventory and spending; Developed improved systems for studio messenger services; Transferred most studio spending to new vendors, saving the company thousands of dollars
  • Trained front end interns and freelancers
  • Performed regular cleaning, repair, and maintenance on studio
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve client concerns and promote loyalty.

Administration Assistant

Fond Object Records
07.2016 - 02.2018
  • Assisted with inventory management through Stitchlabs, Square, and Microsoft Excel
  • Helped organize scheduling and administer payroll with Deputy Workforce management software
  • Organized and prioritized daily tasks and extended projects with Trello
  • Managed and ran shows and in-store events
  • Took photos from events and shows for marketing and social media content
  • Assisted with the launch of our downtown Nashville location

Support, Promotions & Event Organization

Cold Lunch Recordings
07.2016 - 10.2017
  • Created and distributed promotional materials
  • Assisted with show and event organization
  • Filled in for event staff and assisted label owners for larger events and shows
  • Filled in as a substitute photographer for events
  • Assistant to executive staff for out of town events
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Marketing & Consumer Affairs Intern

Third Man Records
09.2016 - 02.2017
  • Provided marketing communications support by writing One Sheets for distribution, artist biographies, and handing out flyers for upcoming shows and events
  • Assisted the Consumer Affairs department with shipping, record inventory, and e-commerce administrative support
  • Assisted in concert operations, including artist and green room accomodations, and merchandise sales & set-up
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.

Consumer Affairs & Retail Operations

Ben & Jerry's
09.2014 - 09.2015
  • Provided consumer sales and administrative support
  • Assisted with outreach to prospective distributors both domestic and international and provided them with the correct resources for a variety of operations
  • Provided customer service responses and outreach for reviews in the Unilever Database
  • General retail operations administrative support, including data entry, mailing, and filing
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Administrative Assistant & Photographer

Soft Junk Records
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Created and distributed promotional materials
  • Assisted with inventory management
  • Administrative and organizational support
  • Assistant to executive staff for out of town events

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing

University of Vermont
Burlington, VT
06-2019

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe Suite
  • WordPress
  • Klaviyo
  • Quickbooks
  • Printavo
  • META Ads
  • Customer service
  • Inventory management
  • Wholesale ordering
  • Vendor & manufacturer comms
  • Administrative and sales support
  • Creative & technical copywriting
  • Data entry
  • Client outreach
  • Marketing channel management
  • Concert & event support
  • Photography
  • Social media posting

Timeline

Creative Marketing and Production Assistant

Industry Threadworks and Archive Fulfilment Solutions
06.2024 - 06.2025

Box Office Attendant

Music Box
09.2022 - 08.2024

Freelance Retail Associate

Garageland
10.2021 - Current

Freelance Copywriter

Design Cypher
02.2020 - 06.2021

Photographer's Assistant

Jon Stell Photography
02.2020 - 06.2021

Event Coordinator, Assistant

University of Vermont Event Services
09.2019 - 01.2020

Client Relations and Front End Manager

Smashbox Studios Brooklyn
07.2018 - 06.2019

Marketing & Consumer Affairs Intern

Third Man Records
09.2016 - 02.2017

Administrative Assistant & Photographer

Soft Junk Records
08.2016 - 06.2017

Administration Assistant

Fond Object Records
07.2016 - 02.2018

Support, Promotions & Event Organization

Cold Lunch Recordings
07.2016 - 10.2017

Consumer Affairs & Retail Operations

Ben & Jerry's
09.2014 - 09.2015

Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing

University of Vermont

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