Maria Vanessa Angel
Powder Springs,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with strong writing skills and a quick grasp of new concepts. Demonstrated expertise in customer service with several years of experience. Fully proficient in English and Spanish, both spoken and written, and possesses intermediate knowledge of Italian. High-energy individual with a strong work ethic and excellent interpersonal skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and has a working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Match Day Communications Assistant
Atlanta United FC
03.2024 - Current
- Organize and distribute credentials to outsourced and in-stadium media/ press
- Attend press conferences and conduct exclusive player interviews
- Provide meticulous transcription and translation of coach and player interviews
- Post-match retrieval of all media/ press credentials
Street Team Ambassador -Lead
Atlanta United FC
02.2022 - Current
- Create fun, loud, and positive atmosphere during all Atlanta United events by interacting with fans, distributing giveaways, and encouraging fans to support Atlanta United
- Promote Atlanta United at various events throughout the year, including fairs, festivals, sporting events, parades, and more
- Interact with avid, casual, and new fans and the city of Atlanta to educate/inform the community of important Atlanta United messages (specific promotions, ticket updates/offers, team information, etc.)
- On-site support for execution of community and grassroots activations
- Assist with organization and maintenance of the storage unit, inventory, and promotional items
- Responsible for data cultivation through online entries
- Represent brand to the highest standards at all time
Media Manager- Team Photographer
Potros FC- UPSL Georgia Premier Division
08.2020 - Current
- Assist with live game day coverage on social media Instagram, Facebook, and X (Twitter) @vani.angel12sports
- Accountable for shooting, editing, and distributing of game day photography
- Collaborates with team managers for creation of social media content
- Conducts team management and player interviews for feature articles and game stories
- Responsible for giving team updates on the organization’s website
- Documents and markets team’s progress through personal blog and social media page
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Emerging Media, Minor in Italian Studies
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05.2021
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Media Relations
- Marketing
- Photography
- Foreign language proficiency
- Brand Promotion
- Event Execution
- Written Communication
- Photo Editing
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Reliability
Accomplishments
- "Golden Spike" Award Recipient for outstanding performance
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Professional Working
Special Events
- Copa America USA 2024 Volunteer-Stadium Communications Staff: Facilitated the distribution of various types of media supplementary access devices (SADs) and credentials, distributed photographer and videographer vests, oversaw post-match mixed zone press areas, and assisted with Spanish speaking media outlets.
- FC Series- Unified Events 2024 Volunteer: Assisted with the distribution of media credentials, oversaw the post-match press conferences for both Club America and Chelsea F.C., and helped coordinate post-match mixed zone for media outlets.
Timeline
Match Day Communications Assistant
Atlanta United FC
03.2024 - Current
Street Team Ambassador -Lead
Atlanta United FC
02.2022 - Current
Media Manager- Team Photographer
Potros FC- UPSL Georgia Premier Division
08.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Journalism And Emerging Media, Minor in Italian Studies
Kennesaw State University
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