Summary
Work History
Education
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Ousmane Barry

Gaithersburg,MD

Summary

Highly motivated young professional, aiming to leverage expertise in marketing, social media management, Internal/external communications, public speaking, and community impact in a professional career.  A proven track record of innovation, leadership, and a strong ability to engage/connect with diverse audiences

Work History

Social Media Intern

Partnership for Public Service
DC
09.2024 - Current
  • Wrote for the company blog and newsletter on relevant industry topics, driving audience engagement and increasing traffic.
  • Managed and maintained an organized content posting schedule using a social media calendar, ensuring consistent and timely delivery across platforms.
  • Drafted and posted engaging social media copy aligned with company values, promoting key initiatives and upcoming events.
  • Collaborated with other teams to strategically plan content around key events and company goals.




Marketing and Communications Intern

Families Empowered
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Developed and optimized comprehensive marketing strategies tailored to diverse audiences, ensuring effective engagement and outreach.
  • Crafted compelling and persuasive copy for various marketing material, including advertisements, social media content, and email marketing strategies.
  • Refined and improved social media presence across several platforms, increasing engagement, follower count, and brand visibility.
  • Utilized OTT advertising platforms as well as SEO strategies in order to broaden reach and influence, attract targeted audiences and successfully meet marketing objectives.
  • Gained valuable experience working with a diverse client base; connecting schools with parents in unique situations such as non-citizens and non-English speakers, leading to stronger and more inclusive communication skills.

Koch Internship Program Fellow

Stand Together
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Gained valuable experience in the study of principle-based management, the principles of human progress, and professional development
  • Collaborated weekly with mentors and fellow interns to develop skills tailored for young professionals.
  • Gained insights into the nonprofit/thinktank sector and its significance.
  • Participated in workshops and training sessions focused on nonprofit management and community impact.









Social Media Intern

AAMDS International foundation
, MD
03.2024 - 05.2024

• Created and designed social media posts on several different platforms, including Twitter and Instagram

• Successfully marketed a non-profit event through social media, resulting in higher attraction/interest.

• Observed social media trends and market habits in order to reach a larger audience

Education

Associate of Arts in Communications -

Montgomery College
2024

Skills

  • Social media & Digital Literacy: Proficient in social media strategies, content creation, and various digital editing tools
  • Marketing Strategies: Strong understanding of marketing principles and ability to create compelling and engaging content
  • Graphic Design: Adequate graphic design capability, both video and photo editing experience
  • Professional Writing: Strong capability in drafting press releases, advisories, and web content management, with a love for writing
  • Paid Ads/SEO: Experience and thorough understanding with OTT ad platforms and SEO strategies
  • Communication & Public Speaking: Effective communicator in both English and French, with coursework and experience in public speaking
  • Microsoft Office: Proficiency in all Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Multilingual: Fluent in English, with a working/elementary proficiency in French and a beginner proficiency in Arabic
  • Teamwork & Leadership: Takes pride in being a team player, which is demonstrated through club involvement, volunteer initiatives, and past internships
  • Organization and Time Management: Always punctual, prepared, and organized
  • Interpersonal Communication: Great communicator that has a love for working with people
  • Adaptability and Dependability: Extremely fast learner with an always open mind Ready to adjust if/when something goes wrong

Timeline

Social Media Intern

Partnership for Public Service
09.2024 - Current

Marketing and Communications Intern

Families Empowered
05.2024 - 07.2024

Koch Internship Program Fellow

Stand Together
05.2024 - 07.2024

Social Media Intern

AAMDS International foundation
03.2024 - 05.2024

Associate of Arts in Communications -

Montgomery College
Ousmane Barry