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Natalie Poorman

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Strategic Communications and Journalism student with a background spanning marketing, client-facing work, and creative collaboration. Highly coachable, detail-oriented communicator shaped by years of disciplined ballet training and professional experience in fast-paced environments. Brings strong communication skills, thoughtful problem-solving, and a genuine curiosity for how people, messaging and strategy come together.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Graphic Designer for Monroe Street Merchants Association

University of Wisconsin Advertising Club
Madison, WI
01.2023 - Current
  • Created original designs for print and digital media across five major project milestones.
  • Collaborated with clients to gather requirements, define scopes and establish goals.
  • Presented mockups to customers to collect feedback and implement necessary adjustments.

Copywriter for the Madison Mallards

University of Wisconsin Advertising Club
Madison, WI
01.2023 - Current
  • Generated persuasive copy to promote events and increase attendance through 10 hours of weekly collaboration with team members.
  • Tailored messaging to engage diverse fan base, fostering interactions between team and supporters.
  • Adapted tone and content to align with brand objectives, strengthening community presence of Mallards.

Sales & Marketing Intern

Premier CME, Inc
Brown Deer, WI
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Built a targeted outreach pipeline by researching over 300 accredited PA programs and refreshing 150 faculty contacts to support business development efforts.
  • Conducted over 60 weekly cold calls and emails to program chairs, securing eight discovery calls and three qualified leads.
  • Developed streamlined prospect-tracking system in Google Sheets, standardizing data fields and reducing invalid contact entries by 25%.

Server

Tipsy Cow Bar & Grill
Madison, WI
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Balanced part-time employment with full college course load while working 20 hours weekly.
  • Cultivated relationships with Madison community by engaging local patrons and students.
  • Optimized service operations during peak periods, enhancing teamwork and problem-solving capabilities.

Server

Mezzanine Rooftop Bar & Grill
Egg Harbor, WI
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Worked as a as full-time server for six hours daily, five days per week during operational seasons.
  • Ensured order accuracy and efficiency through effective communication with kitchen staff.
  • Contributed to customer satisfaction, positively impacting restaurant brand reputation.

Ballet Instructor

Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy
Milwaukee, WI
09.2020 - 06.2022
  • Facilitated tactical and technical development for over 50 dancers aged 7-10 in Beginning Student's Division.
  • Designed ballet technique classes aligned with program coordinators' values to enhance engagement.
  • Promoted progression in technical proficiency and athletic maturity among young dancers.

Education

Bachelor of Journalism - Strategic Communications

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI
05.2026

Art History - Florence, Italy

CET Academic Programs
Florence, Italy
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Divine Savior Holy Angels High School
Milwaukee, WI
05-2022

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
  • WordPress
  • Qualtrics
  • Infegy Atlas
  • MRI Simmons
  • JASP
  • Generative AI tools
  • AP Style
  • Press release writing
  • Social media strategy
  • Strategy memos
  • Project management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Lead tracking

Leadership Experience

09/22 - Current

Alpha Phi Iota Chapter - Chapter Member

Madison, WI

  • Coordinated and promoted large-scale philanthropy events, including our Red Dress Gala, with over 400 participants.
  • Executed comprehensive campaigns while gaining hands-on experience in event planning and nonprofit fundraising.
  • Collaborated with women from diverse backgrounds to foster networking and partnership opportunities.

Timeline

Sales & Marketing Intern

Premier CME, Inc
06.2025 - 08.2025

Server

Tipsy Cow Bar & Grill
05.2024 - 12.2024

Graphic Designer for Monroe Street Merchants Association

University of Wisconsin Advertising Club
01.2023 - Current

Copywriter for the Madison Mallards

University of Wisconsin Advertising Club
01.2023 - Current

Server

Mezzanine Rooftop Bar & Grill
06.2022 - 08.2023

Ballet Instructor

Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy
09.2020 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Journalism - Strategic Communications

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Art History - Florence, Italy

CET Academic Programs

High School Diploma -

Divine Savior Holy Angels High School
Natalie Poorman