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STEPHEN J. YURICK III

Phoenixville,PA

Summary

Dynamic Operations & Marketing Manager with established success at AVT, achieving 15% revenue growth through cutting-edge digital marketing initiatives. Expert in team leadership and vendor management, fostering collaboration while executing high-impact campaigns. Committed to fostering collaborative workplaces and elevating brand visibility through innovative campaigns and events.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

OPERATIONS & MARKETING MANAGER

AVT
Kimberton, PA
06.2014 - Current
  • Directed cross-functional teams, providing extensive planning and logistical support for customer conferences accommodating 300+ attendees.
  • Developed comprehensive reports analyzing all aspects of events tracked and evaluated.
  • Analyzed data to identify trends and provide actionable insights for future events.
  • Compiled detailed documentation to facilitate strategic decision-making for event planning.
  • Established and preserved rapport with vendors and attendees
  • Negotiated advantageous terms, resulting in 15% annual cost savings
  • Orchestrated digital productions, introducing 8+ projects per year and achieving 15% increase in annual revenue.
  • Led 6-hour live stream event boosting brand recognition by 20% over 3 months, facilitating a 15% rise in quarterly sales.
  • Cultivated high-performing team by fostering positive culture centered on collaboration and communication.
  • Supervised resource allocations, maintaining 100% project readiness without interruptions.
  • Championed marketing and video efforts for non-profits and corporate clients.
  • Secured uniformity in brand messaging and style across all platforms, enhancing trust with customers.
  • Oversaw day-to-day activities involving proposal creation, SOW preparation, and budget planning.
  • Crafted multi-channel marketing approach, producing compelling and insightful content that includes Google Ads campaigns, videos, live streams, and case studies.
  • Launched 'Voxipop' platform, achieving 3 million views to date.

VIDEO PRODUCER

TA INSTRUMENTS
New Castle, USA
09.2012 - 04.2014
  • Worked alongside product teams to optimize messaging achieving 12% lead-to-close conversion rate and expanded market presence in target industry.
  • Orchestrated video marketing strategies, boosting customer support metrics by 25% in Q1 2013.
  • Facilitated monthly webinars engaging 500+ global viewers, managing scheduling, recording, editing, and archiving

MEDIA/OPERATIONS MANAGER

LEVEL A PRODUCTIONS
Downingtown, USA
10.2007 - 05.2012
  • Co-created Level A Productions, delivering specialized media production and advanced animation services to corporate and government clients.
  • Expanded client base by securing 3-year contract with instrument manufacturer
  • Achieved $295,000 in new media production sales over the course of 12 months
  • Directed 2-month, $135,000 campaign for EPA collaborating with 1,000+ federal agencies.
  • Led production of more than 100 marketing videos, partnering with EPA and FEMA

Education

Bachelor of Science - Media Communications

Kutztown University

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Customer service
  • Strategic planning
  • Vendor management
  • Brand strategy
  • Creative ideation
  • Collaboration skills
  • Budget management
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Google Analytics
  • Paid social advertising
  • Software proficiency
  • Content management systems
  • Project management skills
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • CRM software knowledge
  • Social media strategy
  • Content creation

Professional Highlights


  • Creative Leadership: Over 15 years of experience managing a high-performing creative division, fostering innovation, collaboration, and exceptional project outcomes.
  • Revenue Generation: Achieved consistent 5% year-over-year growth through strategic prospecting, upselling, and relationship-building.
  • Industry Expertise: Extensive background across healthcare, non-profit, government, and athletics sectors; proven success in navigating diverse client needs.
  • Client Retention: Maintained a 90% client retention rate by serving as a trusted advisor and delivering ongoing value and service excellence.
  • Business Development: Increased revenue by 25% within the first 18 months through new account acquisition and solution-driven sales strategies.
  • Marketing Success: Launched a targeted campaign resulting in a 15% increase in website traffic and over 1,500 views for a Q1 fundraiser event.
  • Digital Engagement: Implemented a municipal social media campaign, doubling Facebook followers between 2022 and 2024, and enhancing public transparency.
  • Operational Excellence: Maintained a 100% Health & Safety record across 200+ domestic and 2 international media assignments.
  • Recognition & Impact: Honored with a Merit Award by the Phoenixville Regional Chamber for humanitarian and civic efforts, driving a 20% increase in the customer base.

Timeline

OPERATIONS & MARKETING MANAGER

AVT
06.2014 - Current

VIDEO PRODUCER

TA INSTRUMENTS
09.2012 - 04.2014

MEDIA/OPERATIONS MANAGER

LEVEL A PRODUCTIONS
10.2007 - 05.2012

Bachelor of Science - Media Communications

Kutztown University