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Rachel Okunev

New York,NY

Summary

Creative writer with experience in varying styles of writing and marketing strategies, interested in using these talents to strike attention from a diverse array of clientele and audience members. An organized and dependable candidate that works well both solely and in collaboration with others.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Writer, Digital and Print

MOODY Magazine
01.2023 - 01.2024

- Contributed 10 articles per year for print and digital publications, collaborating alongside other writers, management, and the creative team to fulfill the magazine's vision and maintain deadlines.

- Attended weekly meetings to offer deliverables and report on progress.

Instagram Content Creator

JERK Magazine
09.2022 - 05.2023

- Designed 3-5 engaging graphic and video content through Canva and posted to the magazine's Instagram, reaching over 2,000 followers.

- Contributed innovative post ideas and planned monthly content release schedules alongside a team of 10 other staff members.

- Attended weekly meetings to report progress and formulate collaborative outreach strategies.

Social Media and Marketing Intern (Summer)

Iman Bacodari Team At Douglas Elliman Real Estate
06.2021 - 08.2022

- Grew the team's social media presence through creation of engaging content and utilization of data and customer insights to guide progress.

- Created posts and copy wrote captions and descriptions for StreetEasy, FaceBook, Instagram, Twitter, and other media platforms to build customer connections and market properties.

- Led collaborative sessions to develop marketing campaigns and suggest improvements to enhance customers' experiences.

Editor

Start Your Surrogacy
05.2020 - 10.2021

- Coordinated with an employer based overseas in Georgia to copy write and edit informational articles for prospective parents seeking international surrogacy options.

- Contributed to the content creation and designing of the company's website.

Fitness Instructor

Pure Barre
07.2020 - 06.2021

- Completed certification courses for fitness instructing and CPR.

- Planned and led workout classes for 8-20 clients at a time, educating clientele on proper form and techniques to reduce risk of injury while maximizing results.

- Promoted a positive and inclusive class environment by developing relationships with clients and modifying exercises when needed to accommodate varying skill levels and physical limitations.

Front Desk Receptionist and Sales Representative

Pure Barre
11.2019 - 06.2021

- Received clients at front desk and managed the check-in process, as well as scheduling for future appointments.

- Reached out to prospective clients via telephone and email communication to promote the studio's services and recruit new clients.

- Maintained an organized and clean front desk and studio area to provide clients with a professional and hygienic space before and after classes.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
2025

Skills

    - Proficiency in Microsoft Office

    - Experience with Adobe Suite

    - Experience with Web Design (Wordpress, Wix, Mailchimp, Squarespace, BlueHost)

    - Copywriting

    - Digital Design (Canva)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Creative Writer, Digital and Print

MOODY Magazine
01.2023 - 01.2024

Instagram Content Creator

JERK Magazine
09.2022 - 05.2023

Social Media and Marketing Intern (Summer)

Iman Bacodari Team At Douglas Elliman Real Estate
06.2021 - 08.2022

Fitness Instructor

Pure Barre
07.2020 - 06.2021

Editor

Start Your Surrogacy
05.2020 - 10.2021

Front Desk Receptionist and Sales Representative

Pure Barre
11.2019 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Creative Writing

Syracuse University
Rachel Okunev