VANESSA FRANCO
New York,NY
Summary
I'm a motivated Digital Communications and Media student passionate about storytelling, strategy, and creativity. Known for my productivity and ability to get things done efficiently, I thrive in fast-paced environments where collaboration and problem-solving are key. With experience in digital marketing strategies, content creation, and market analysis, I love bringing fresh ideas and working with teams to create meaningful, impactful content.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing Intern
Chelsea Music Festival
New York, USA
12.2024 - Current
- Draft and refine press releases and social media content
- Analyze social media data to optimize engagement strategies
- Curate and develop content to promote events, artists, and partners
- Organize archival images for promotional use
- Assist in developing the Chelsea Music Festival Records label
Intern
Interfaith Movement
Oakland, USA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported a summer program providing housing, job assistance, and legal aid to 12 Central American immigrants
- Organized and managed donations to furnish dorm housing
- Maintained an up-to-date inventory of needed items using Excel
- Coordinated donation drop-offs to ensure efficient distribution of resources
Staff Writer/Photographer
Diablo Valley College Inquirer
Pleasant Hill, USA
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Reported and wrote trending news stories for the DVC Inquirer newspaper
- Received two awards for stories on mental health issues among students and the inflation of food prices
- Met deadlines with reliable, in-depth news coverage
- Pitched compelling story ideas in editorial meetings
- Gathered data from surveys and other sources to support written pieces
Peer Advisor
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill, USA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided support during orientation activities such as tours, registration processes
- Engaged with new community college students, one-on-one, to discuss how to effectively transition from high school to college life
- Coordinated outreach efforts targeting high schools within the local community
- Created weekly newsletters highlighting upcoming events, deadlines, job opportunities
- Assisted with the First Year Exchange Instagram account by posting engaging content to foster a sense of community amongst new students
Instructor
PlayWell Teknologies
Berkeley, USA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Instructed students ages 5-12 all across the Bay Area on how to construct various LEGO models while teaching engineering principles
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students
- Gave parents daily reports of their children's behavior and how to move forward if there were any issues
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications and Media
Fordham University
Manhattan, NY05-2026
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies
Diablo Valley College
Pleasant Hill06.2024
Skills
- Adobe creative suite
- Social media marketing
- Photography
- Report Writing
- Copywriting
- Spanish Fluency
- Press release writing
- Computer Skills
Languages
Spanish, Fluent
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Marketing Intern
Chelsea Music Festival
12.2024 - Current
Intern
Interfaith Movement
06.2024 - 08.2024
Staff Writer/Photographer
Diablo Valley College Inquirer
01.2023 - 12.2023
Peer Advisor
Diablo Valley College
08.2022 - 05.2023
Instructor
PlayWell Teknologies
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications and Media
Fordham University
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies
Diablo Valley College
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