Impeccable work ethic, exceeding expectations with experienced leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. Utilizes calm and effective communication and organizational skills to drive project success. Track record of fostering productive work environments and achieving goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletics Integrated Manager
Santa Fe Christian Schools
08.2020 - Current
Researched and implemented an integrated athletic registration, clearance, and medical training management solution to support current student profile management software, thus streamlining data collection and administrative efficiencies across multiple departments
Created website strategic plan and creative execution for the new Athletics website, integrating global school branding and promoting a single source solution for all sports related information
Maximized efficiency for sports related early releases
Maintain daily website updates and maintenance to ensure accuracy and relevant news
Facilitate, manage, and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes for all sports teams
Maintain all aspects of Athletics Communications, including promotional awareness of sports related opportunities and significant events through direct email marketing and flyer/banner creations
Manage and maintain all game scheduling for high school sports, including referee assignments and support game day operations
Manage onboarding process for new and returning coaches related to CIF certification, and support AD with ongoing training and philosophy integration
Coordinate across multiple departments extensive requirements for large events and banquet execution
Maintain positive, professional and empathetic relational interactions with all student body, parents, and the greater community
Manage all department program billing
Owner
Tara Cloud Photography
12.2014 - Current
Company Overview: Website: www.taracloudphotography.com
Trained and self-taught Photographer, shooting natural light, intimate interactions with families, newborns, and senior portraits
Maintain contract agreements, print release, editing software and skills, photo distribution and portfolio resulting in repeat clients
Portfolio access via Facebook: Tara Cloud Photography / IG @TaraCloudPhotography
Admissions and Office Assistant
Horizon Prep
06.2011 - 06.2012
Established and streamlined a more integrated approach for the preschool admissions and registration process that was more aligned with upper school, resulting in greater efficiency and school cohesiveness
Assisted Preschool Director with daily office operations and management
Scheduled preschool tours, supported Director with prospective family follow-ups, and initiated weekly status updates on all preschool leads
Senior Account Executive
MEA Digital
10.2003 - 06.2008
Managed teams for online execution of an all-new Odyssey Golf Website, including interactive 3-D product models, and educational gaming tool for golf enthusiasts
Strategized and implemented e-newsletter sign-up program for Odyssey Golf, including long-term e-database segmentation and development
Managed all aspects of Mitsubishi Electric Projectors online business, including website redesign, B2B and B2C lead generation, online media buying and management, and targeted search engine optimization
Presented account management strategies to support new business pitches to Kaplan University, Centurion Boats, and Toshiba
Established and refined operating procedures, which improved the efficiency of client-agency interactions
Developed brand strategy, competitor landscape, and creative design for The Fruit Company
Achievements included full website execution, B2C and B2B email promotions, and online media advertising/affiliate programs
Coordinated and managed Callaway Golf's online media advertising plan for the 2003 British Open, US Open Colonial Classic, and PGA major tournaments., Callaway Golf, Odyssey Putters, and Jabra
Coordinated and managed Callaway Golf's online media advertising plan for the 2003 British Open, US Open Colonial Classic, and PGA major tournaments
Assistant Account Executive
Saatchi & Saatchi
06.2000 - 10.2002
Played a key role in the interactive pre-launch/launch of the all-new 2003 Toyota Matrix
Managed web site maintenance with production and creative teams for Tacoma, Tundra, Celica, MR2 Spyder, Prius, RAV4 EV, Matrix, and Toyota's future vehicles and events
Coordinated the interactive partnership between Toyota ECHO, Seventeen Magazine, and Roxy Quiksilver, resulting in heightened ECHO awareness/brand perception in the youth market
Managed daily web site maintenance and coordinated model year updates
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2000
ECE Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Vanguard University
Online
Skills
Creative, dedicated professional, entrepreneur and self-starter
Impressive and proven work ethic to achieve optimal goals
Collaborates well with all team members
Highly skilled to manage, delegate, and establish organization within fast-paced environments
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Self-training and development
Wordpress, Adobe Lightroom
Interests
Mom of 3, mountain girl, French Bulldog obsessed, Orange Theory addict, and lots of photography
I've visited 25 National Parks, and hope to visit them all in my lifetime
Competed in the 2001 Chicago La Salle Bank Marathon, and the 2003, 2007 San Diego's Finest City Half Marathons, 2012 Denver Rock & Roll Half, 2014 Tough Mudder in CO