Ryan Ilardi
Charleston,S.C.
Summary
Proven communications professional with 7 years in higher education communications, advancing from a part-time intern to assistant vice president for communications. Expertise in managing media relations and internal communications. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments. Proficient in strategic planning and project management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Manager
Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS
North Charleston, SC
08.2025 - 04.2026
- Oversaw communications strategy using email, infographics, and video content
- Assisted in website management with WordPress
- Created email strategy and drafted/sent emails weekly
- Analyze social media strategy for the week based on engagement numbers and analytics
- Filmed and edited video content for social media
Assistant Director of Communications
The Citadel
Charleston, SC
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Created infographics in a template program
- Oversaw social media accounts
- Wrote and distributed relevant press releases
- Shot and edited video pieces
- Assisted in website management
Asst VP for Communications
D'Youville University
Buffalo, NY
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Served as a member of the administrative leadership team
- Developed the communications strategy for the department
- Supervised and trained two graduate assistants
- Credited graphics with a template program
- Wrote a wide array of stories to highlight the students and the University
Communications Director
Lawrence Tech University
Detroit, MI
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Served as a member of the administrative team while creating communications strategy for the department
- Voted as a finalist for communications professional of the year by my peers in my first year
- Managed department social media accounts and website
- Left for DYU as I accepted a position that was a step-up in my career in my hometown of Buffalo, NY.
Information Director
Dominican University (IL)
Chicago, IL
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Wrote press releases, including announcements, awards, and staff hirings
- Created a variety of graphics in a template program
- Oversaw communications plan for the department
- Led the management of the website and transition to a new website provider
- Filmed and edited video content
Assistant Director of Communications
Oberlin College
Oberlin, Ohio (Greater Cleveland)
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Wrote relevant press releases, including a long-form feature story
- Assisted in website management
- Led graphics/video shorts production for department social media accounts.
- Credited print materials via InDesign i.e., programs and brochures
- 10 months, 30K position
Information Assistant
Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre, Pa
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Made print marketing material with InDesign i.e., game programs, notes, flyers, etc
- Created social media accounts and made graphics for them
- Assisted with the management of the website
- Wrote relevant press releases that positively promoted the University and students
- Part-time stipend position with housing
Education
Master of Science - Education
The College At Brockport
Brockport, NY08-2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Hilbert College
Hamburg, NY05-2013
Skills
- Microsoft SharePoint & Outlook, Asana, Slack
- InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, VEED
- Photography
- X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Meta, Hootsuite
- Word, Excel, Google Docs, Google Drive
- Canva
- Website Management
Timeline
Communications Manager
Charleston Trident Association of REALTORS
08.2025 - 04.2026
Assistant Director of Communications
The Citadel
06.2023 - 08.2025
Asst VP for Communications
D'Youville University
11.2022 - 06.2023
Communications Director
Lawrence Tech University
07.2021 - 11.2022
Information Director
Dominican University (IL)
09.2020 - 04.2021
Assistant Director of Communications
Oberlin College
08.2019 - 09.2020
Information Assistant
Wilkes University
08.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Education
The College At Brockport
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Hilbert College