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Sara Schmieder

Researcher
Boston,MA

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Research Associate

Harvard Business School
01.2022 - Current
  • Trained and supervised research assistants and managed teams of 4+ freelancers in data entry, qualitative coding, survey implementation, and collecting, scraping, and categorizing 150+ diversity, equity, and inclusion company websites, ensuring compliance with study protocols and maintaining high-quality standards
  • Conducted research on 184+ tech-enabled DEI companies implementing AI tools to reduce bias in hiring and diversify workforces, as well as on race and class dynamics at a customer service-based company, including extensive literature reviews and data analysis
  • Coded data from 100 interviews focusing on the intersection of race and class at a customer service-based company using Atlas TI
  • Compiled and presented materials for Institutional Review Board approvals and periodic updates, ensuring adherence to research ethics and guidelines
  • Designed and implemented efficient administrative systems for data storage and participant confidentiality, aligned with IRB standards
  • Coordinated between stakeholders, including research sponsors, freelancers, and various departments within and outside of Harvard Business School, to address challenges, enhance collaboration, and improve project outcomes
  • Monitored project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with strategic goals in fast-paced research environments
  • Managed multi-step workflows to ensure high-quality outputs, including overseeing budgets, reporting to stakeholders, scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, drafting correspondence, and conducting budget reviews
  • Laid the foundation for a Rebuild Ukraine project in collaboration with Ukraine Catholic University as the project manager, including research on green energy culminating in a grant proposal, PowerPoint presentation, and budget
  • Developed social strategy and created marketing material for the non-profit Project EMplify, including a 3-minute video pitch using Adobe Premiere Pro, audience-driven search engine optimized social media content, and thank you letters to donors
  • Researched and developed innovative exit interview strategies based on employee personas I developed through surveys and interviews with employees from various fields
  • Utilized R for data analysis with multiple projects.

Market Research Analyst

Latitude
01.2024 - Current
  • Copyedited, proofread, and assured quality across survey programming and reports
  • Entered data from Excel files to PowerPoint charts and ensured accuracy in design, formatting, and content; reviewed and analyzed participant open-ended responses for themes, quality, and content.

Communications Coordinator

Bisexual Resource Center
01.2023 - Current
  • Utilized Canva to create weekly social media posts promoting BRC events
  • Write social copy for the monthly newsletter and various social media posts
  • Designed 5+ surveys using Qualtrics and data collection tools for audience analysis, translating findings into actionable insights
  • Developed a social media plan for Bisexual Health Month, including designing posts and writing copy
  • Managed and reported on social media campaign budgets, maintaining accuracy and accountability.

Social Media Marketing Manager & Podcast Producer

Missing Link Studios
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Collaborated with the host to produce and market podcast episodes for This Anthro Life
  • Carried out administrative responsibilities, including scheduling interviews, creating publishing schedules, and being a main point of contact for listeners via social media
  • Utilized Google Analytics to track trends and optimize digital marketing and cross-channel strategy development
  • Create, edit, publish, and promote original text, images, audio, and videos tailored for specific channels utilizing ZenCaster, Adobe Suites, Descript, and Canva in audio production and graphic design
  • Coordinated and supported the creation of social media and digital marketing campaigns through Asana, Slack, and Taskade
  • Wrote social copy for This Anthro Life’s social media and website, including episode transcription and show notes
  • Managed podcasts’ Instagram and Twitter accounts using Hootsuite Pro and increased following and engagement by 50+% through engaging with followers via comments, reposts, and direct messages across platforms
  • Researched and implemented effective social media marketing strategies on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Education

Master of Arts - Anthropology and Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies

Brandeis University
Waltham, MA
08.2020 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology and Linguistics

The College of William And Mary
Williamsburg, VA
08.2016 - 05.2020

Skills

  • Full working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite
  • Writing annual budget reports
  • HTML, R, and Python
  • Synthesize and communicate research to multiple demographics
  • Website creation and content management using WordPress
  • Executed multiple long-term and short-term socio-cultural research projects simultaneously
  • Audio and video editing
  • Create and execute studies, including recruiting participants

Timeline

Market Research Analyst

Latitude
01.2024 - Current

Communications Coordinator

Bisexual Resource Center
01.2023 - Current

Research Associate

Harvard Business School
01.2022 - Current

Master of Arts - Anthropology and Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies

Brandeis University
08.2020 - 05.2022

Social Media Marketing Manager & Podcast Producer

Missing Link Studios
01.2020 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology and Linguistics

The College of William And Mary
08.2016 - 05.2020

Languages

Spanish
Elementary

Websites

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