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Sydney J. Evans

Mount Vernon,WA

Summary

Results-driven nonprofit professional with experience in social media management, strategic planning, and donor relations. Instrumental in expanding the Skagit Community Foundation's outreach and assets from 7 million to 12 million within 18 months, while efficiently managing diverse responsibilities as part of a two-person team.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Development & Communications Associate

Skagit Community Foundation
04.2022 - 07.2023
  • Successfully managed and expanded social media presence, producing engaging content for diverse platforms and coordinating with stakeholders to enhance donor engagement.
  • Led multifaceted initiatives, including strategic planning, impact reporting, and fundraising, contributing to a significant 71% increase in organizational assets during a period of rapid growth.

Teen Program Director

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF WHATCOM COUNTY
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Responsible for overseeing and improving organizational program operations to engage with teens in the region and lead marketing initiatives targeting families, schools, and organizations

Nike Athlete/Sales Associate

NIKE CLEARANCE OUTLET, Nike Community Champion
01.2020 - 11.2021
  • Sales associate with extensive Nike product knowledge and exceptional customer service skills, advancing from Seasonal to Full-time within 8 months
  • Acts as the Burlington Nike Community Champion, organizing volunteer opportunities with local organizations and conducting training sessions for potential Community Ambassadors, focusing on equipment intake and marketing.

Baseball Operations and Community Engagement Intern

BELLINGHAM BELLS BASEBALL
09.2020 - 12.2020
  • Supported marketing and coordination efforts for community events hosted by the Bells
  • Developed and executed a Marketing plan for the new youth program 'Junior Bells' for the 2020 season, while gaining experience in Community Relations, Baseball Operations, social media, and other educational opportunities.

Community Engagement Intern

WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC DEPT.
06.2019 - 12.2020
  • Engaged in various aspects of game day operations, special events, and sports marketing during the internship, gaining valuable experience in NCAA sporting events
  • Proficiently used Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, and Mail Chimp to produce media, while also interacting with fans through in-game promotions and data collection surveys for fan feedback.

Education

BA - Multidisciplinary Studies Communications & Marketing Focus

WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Bellingham, WA
12.2020

Skills

  • Hootsuite
  • Mailchimp
  • Microsoft Office & Google Suite
  • Supporting Fundraising
  • Communication Strategy Development
  • Nonprofit Communications

Timeline

Development & Communications Associate

Skagit Community Foundation
04.2022 - 07.2023

Teen Program Director

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF WHATCOM COUNTY
11.2021 - 03.2022

Baseball Operations and Community Engagement Intern

BELLINGHAM BELLS BASEBALL
09.2020 - 12.2020

Nike Athlete/Sales Associate

NIKE CLEARANCE OUTLET, Nike Community Champion
01.2020 - 11.2021

Community Engagement Intern

WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC DEPT.
06.2019 - 12.2020

BA - Multidisciplinary Studies Communications & Marketing Focus

WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Sydney J. Evans