Multi-talented Marketing Specialist enthusiastic about applying diverse skills to all areas of marketing. Flexible team player knowledgeable about both traditional and digital marketing strategies.
Decisive leader with over 6 years of experience driving company growth through creative and innovative marketing strategies and cross-functional communication tactics. Resourceful and adaptive team builder skilled at analyzing market trends and customer needs to develop highly-effective and targeted branding campaigns. Key account manager and strategic thinker.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Marketing Specialist & Social Media Manager
City of Corvallis Parks & Recreation
09.2021 - Current
Supervises marketing team of five coordinators & assistants in social media, digital, and print marketing efforts across four facilities.
Manages social media channels for the department including brand page plus 3 facilities separate channels
Created and implemented social media guidelines & marketing and communication strategies for the organization
Creates voice-branded content that drives engagement and supports customer acquisition and retention
Monitored trends in social media, industry, and competitive landscape to create new material.
Identified appropriate marketing channels and targeted customers for campaigns.
Maximized advertising efforts by developing content for media relations, corporate communications, and social media posts.
Developed advertisements with impactful messages to stimulate engagement and reach target audiences.
Analyzed data from previous and current marketing campaigns to improve future results.
Strengthened marketing programs to capture new business and take advantage of changing trends in client markets.
Planned marketing initiatives and leveraged referral networks to promote business development.
Directed full-cycle marketing and advertising strategies.
Created company brand messaging, collateral materials, customer events, promotional strategies, and product commercialization.
Wrote engaging and successful marketing, advertising and website copy.
Manages and procures sponsorships and advertising packages
Coordinates events end to end as the project manager for both large & small scale events
Key Accomplishments:
Oversaw preparation and management of event budgets to deliver at or below projected costs.
Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
Program Coordinator
City of Corvallis Parks & Recreation
01.2020 - 01.2022
Created content, executed marketing plans, and directed social media & digital marketing for programs and events
Coordinated from start to finish, virtual & in-person events, programs & memberships, and initiatives.
Developed, implemented & marketed four new events with an increase in engagement of 400%
Created and designed programs and services to drive engagement from creation through the marketing cycle.
Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
Program Coordinator
Willamalane Park & Recreation District
03.2014 - 12.2019
Designed, administered, implemented, marketed and evaluated successful adult programs and memberships
Department Evaluation, Leader
Renegotiated contracts, increasing organization-wide membership revenue by 25%
Increased participation from 200 to 1500 through marketing and user experience improvements over 3 years
Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
Food Service Supervisor
Lane Community College
Eugene, OR
09.2011 - 06.2014
Orchestrated positive customer experiences by overseeing every area of Oak Hill School catering operations.
Continuously evaluated business operations to effectively align workflows for optimal area coverage and customer satisfaction.
Education
B.S - Health Promotion
Oregon State University
Specialization Certificate - Social Media Marketing
Northwestern University
Online
05.2016
Certification - Public Information Officer
FEMA- Emergency Management Institute
06.2022
Skills
Drupal
Wordpress
Asana
Hootsuite
MS Office
Digital Marketing Content Development
Social Media Management
Adobe Creative Suite
Budget Forecasting
Marketing Strategy Development
Public and Media Relations
Google Analytics, Trends & Insights
Communications Strategies
Project Management Skills
Management Experience
Public Speaking
Message Development
Policies And Procedures
Higher Education Experience
Microsoft Office Suite
Market Research Expertise
Evaluation of Marketing Campaigns
Messaging Strategy
Promotions and Marketing Strategies
Student Recruitment
Certification
Public Information Officer- FEMA
Certified Health Education Specialist
Certified Parks & Recreation Professional
ACSM CPT
Oregon Food Handlers
CPR/First Aid/AED
Timeline
Marketing Specialist & Social Media Manager
City of Corvallis Parks & Recreation
09.2021 - Current
Program Coordinator
City of Corvallis Parks & Recreation
01.2020 - 01.2022
Program Coordinator
Willamalane Park & Recreation District
03.2014 - 12.2019
Food Service Supervisor
Lane Community College
09.2011 - 06.2014
B.S - Health Promotion
Oregon State University
Specialization Certificate - Social Media Marketing