Samyak Kalra
Algonquin,IL
Summary
Ambitious marketing student skilled in content creation, creative writing, and brand strategy. Developed targeted content to enhance brand visibility and foster customer awareness. Committed to analyzing metrics and refining strategies for optimal impact.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Manager
Zari Boutique
Hoffman Estates, IL
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed engaging content for social media platforms to enhance brand visibility.
- Executed targeted social media campaigns to promote products and increase customer engagement.
- Analyzed social media metrics to refine strategies and improve audience reach.
- Monitored industry trends and competitor activity to inform content strategy and positioning.
- Cultivated relationships with influencers to expand brand awareness and drive traffic to website.
- Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
- Boosted view rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content by 148%.
- Optimized posting schedules based on platform-specific analytics to maximize content visibility.
- Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing effective social media strategies.
Marketing Manager
Independent Project
Crystal Lake, IL
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing strategic marketing campaigns.
- Managed social media accounts, engaging with followers and creating loyal brand community.
- Managed Content Creation and Content schedule across social media platforms
Front of House Employee
Chick-fil-A
Crystal Lake, IL
05.2022 - 2023
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area to enhance guest experience.
- Operated POS system efficiently to process orders and handle transactions accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
- Handled high-pressure situations with grace, maintaining excellent service standards even during peak hours or understaffed shifts.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
- Performed opening and closing duties diligently, ensuring the restaurant was ready for optimal operations each day.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Elgin Community
Elgin, IL12-2025
High School Diploma -
Harry D. Jacobs High School
Algonquin, IL05-2021
Skills
- Social media management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Facebook, instagram, linkedin, youtube
- creative writing and copy writing
- Market research
- Strategic planning
- Social media
- Content scheduling
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Narrative analysis of stories
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) to discuss thoughts and ideas
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Photography
- Creative Writing
- Music
- Wine Tasting
- Dance
- Avid Reader
- Video Gaming
- Niche Trivia
Timeline
Social Media Manager
Zari Boutique
08.2025 - 12.2025
Marketing Manager
Independent Project
11.2022 - 01.2023
Front of House Employee
Chick-fil-A
05.2022 - 2023
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Elgin Community
High School Diploma -
Harry D. Jacobs High School