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Samantha Zielinski

Auburn Hills,MI

Summary

Motivated marketing and events professional with experience in event management, trade marketing, and sponsorship coordination. Skilled in overseeing large-scale logistics, supporting brand activations, and driving digital engagement through social media and email campaigns. Adept at building relationships with sponsors and partners to maximize event impact and brand visibility. Committed to using strong communication and creative strategy to deliver effective business outcomes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

Interluxe Group
06.2025 - Current

Support cross-functional planning and execution of Ferrari Challenge North America, managing vendor partnerships, budgets, and operational logistics while ensuring alignment across marketing, branding, and on-site activation.

Brand Activation Manager

Freelance
Detroit, Michigan
01.2022 - 06.2025

Supported trade and experiential marketing activations for brands including Jeep, Ford, Long Drink, and GE, executing off-road driving experiences and pop-up brand events. Assisted with on-site operations, consumer engagement, and brand storytelling to deliver seamless activations and enhance audience connection.

Marketing and Event Manager

Z Performance
05.2019 - 06.2025

Supported execution of high-profile motorsport events (Detroit 4Fest, Texas 4Fest, FMX Fite Klub), coordinating sponsorship deliverables, brand activations, and cross-functional marketing efforts.

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Magnuson Superchargers
04.2024 - 05.2025

Managed digital marketing across social and email channels, driving engagement, optimizing performance, and supporting sponsorship partnerships through contract negotiation and deliverable tracking.

Social Media Manager - Contract

Hammerking Productions - King of the Hammers
01.2024 - 02.2024

Developed and executed social media strategy for King of the Hammers 2024, increasing visibility and engagement while managing Instagram and Facebook accounts, tracking performance, and fulfilling sponsor deliverables.

North American Trade Marketing Manager

Blackcrows
08.2022 - 05.2023

Executed trade marketing initiatives in collaboration with sales teams, managing POS materials, event activations, and content development to drive brand presence and market impact.

Content Creator - Contract

Summit Sports Inc.
05.2020 - 12.2020

Collaborated with cross-functional teams (marketing, design, product, sales) to create cohesive and impactful messaging.

Event Coordinator

EPCN
10.2015 - 07.2019

Supported execution of large-scale events including ESPN X Games and Red Bull Straight Rhythm, managing on-site operations, athlete logistics, and event coordination.

Education

BBA - Marketing

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
05-2022

Skills

  • Production planning
  • Operational logistics
  • Project tracking
  • Vendor coordination
  • Event management
  • Creative project management
  • Digital marketing strategies
  • Brand strategy
  • Partnership management
  • Microsoft Office suite
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Production Manager

Interluxe Group
06.2025 - Current

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Magnuson Superchargers
04.2024 - 05.2025

Social Media Manager - Contract

Hammerking Productions - King of the Hammers
01.2024 - 02.2024

North American Trade Marketing Manager

Blackcrows
08.2022 - 05.2023

Brand Activation Manager

Freelance
01.2022 - 06.2025

Content Creator - Contract

Summit Sports Inc.
05.2020 - 12.2020

Marketing and Event Manager

Z Performance
05.2019 - 06.2025

Event Coordinator

EPCN
10.2015 - 07.2019

BBA - Marketing

Wayne State University
Samantha Zielinski