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Melissa Cox

Riverside,CA

Summary

Passionate community organizer with experience in various types of outreach initiatives and social media organizing. Offers in-depth knowledge of community engagement, promoting activism, leading program operations, and garnering grass-roots support. Focused on speaking out against problems and teaching young people important world-changing skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Media Manager

Buenos Para Todos
Los Angeles, CA
08.2019 - Current
  • Created engaging content for multiple social media platforms, such as, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
  • Analyzed data to measure the effectiveness of campaigns and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Coordinated with external vendors or agencies to produce high quality visuals or videos.
  • Designed promotional materials using graphic design software applications.
  • Crafted visual designs and brand messaging elements for consistency across digital advertising and marketing platforms.
  • Collaborated with public figures, companies and press to boost and enhance brand on social media.

Program Coordinator

Umoja Short Course (UWC East Africa)
Moshi, Tanzania
03.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate efforts that support overall organizational objectives.
  • Conducted research into best practices for program delivery, including methods for increasing efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Drafted communications about upcoming events or changes in policy and procedures for internal distribution.
  • Assisted staff in developing effective communication strategies around lectures pertaining to sustainability initiatives, identity, intersectionality & gender, youth activism & entrepreneurship, and conflict & problem solving.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA
05-2025

Skills

  • Digital Media
  • Mobilization support
  • Partnership Development
  • Content Creation
  • Market Research
  • Event organizing
  • Public Speaking
  • Community meeting arrangements

References

Mara K. Martinez Hewitt

305-766-8423

Bueno Para Todos

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Mwegelo Kapinga

Umoja Short Course

umoja.coordination@shortcourse.uwc.org

Timeline

Program Coordinator

Umoja Short Course (UWC East Africa)
03.2023 - Current

Social Media Manager

Buenos Para Todos
08.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

University of California, Riverside
Melissa Cox