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VELARIA BRADLEY

Katy,TX

Summary

Creative Marketing Specialist eager to work with top clients. Bringing a deep understanding of beauty, fashion, health and wellness products, market conditions, and customer preferences. Champion of social media tools and technologies, with a track record of creating and implementing successful social media strategies. Known for exceptional organization and prioritization skills to manage multiple, concurrent projects.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Designer

Closets by Design
Houston, TX
12.2022 - Current
  • Provided feedback on the functionality, usability, and aesthetics of existing products.
  • Attended meetings and provided input on ideas for upcoming projects.
  • Research industry trends and competitors' designs to inform strategies and decisions.
  • Collaborated with clients to identify design needs and develop creative solutions.

Social Media Manager

Maitri Medicinal
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Created social media calendar, requiring scheduling of email blasts, social media posts, marketing campaigns and website updates.
  • Tracked and analyzed social media and online marketing initiatives.
  • Improved the company's Instagram page and feed over 45% by adding high quality content.
  • Provided knowledgeable and compassionate service in response to all types of patient questions and concerns.

Social Media Manager

Femi Boutique
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2018 - 03.2020
  • Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publications, graphics, and stories.
  • Researched current fashion trends and competitor activity.
  • Prepared monthly calendar to manage online content across multiple platforms.
  • Exceeded sales goals 44% by effectively applying analyzed data to marketing campaigns and sharing data interdepartmentally.
  • Directed social media and digital marketing strategy and initiatives to promote brand building, guest retention and revenue-focused activities.

Content Marketing Specialist

Evolve Wellness Spa Shadyside
Pittsburgh, PA
10.2017 - 10.2022
  • Monitored analytics to measure the success of content initiatives.
  • Analyzed competitors' content strategies to develop innovative approaches.
  • Improved page content, keyword relevancy, and branding to achieve search engine optimization goals.
  • Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media.
  • Obtained, attributed, and wrote compelling captions and other text for photos, video, and other graphics for both print and online use.

Digital Content Intern

Doors Open Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2017 - 10.2017
  • Conducted competitive research, assist with social media analytics tracking, and reporting
  • Provided day-to-day social media monitoring support
  • Created effective messaging using language, graphics, and marketing collateral.
  • Played instrumental role in creative planning and review sessions, working with resourceful team to elevate quality of content and designs.
  • Strategically planned, implemented and monitored client's social media, increasing site hits by 45%.

Selling Manager/ Visual Merchandise Advisor

Victoria's Secret
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2011 - 11.2016
  • Identified community insights and spot trends to inform content strategy and recommendations
  • Created visual marketing and styled window displays
  • Contributed to team success by exceeding team sales goals by 40%
  • Managed staff of 20 sales associates and 4 team leaders.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sports, Art, & Entertainment Management

Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA

Associate of Science - Business Marketing

Towson University
Towson, MD

Skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Community Relationship Building
  • Public Relations Strategies
  • Product and Service Promotion
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Project Management
  • Multi-Tasking Abilities
  • Customer Research

Timeline

Designer

Closets by Design
12.2022 - Current

Social Media Manager

Maitri Medicinal
09.2019 - 01.2021

Social Media Manager

Femi Boutique
02.2018 - 03.2020

Content Marketing Specialist

Evolve Wellness Spa Shadyside
10.2017 - 10.2022

Digital Content Intern

Doors Open Pittsburgh
05.2017 - 10.2017

Selling Manager/ Visual Merchandise Advisor

Victoria's Secret
03.2011 - 11.2016

Bachelor of Science - Sports, Art, & Entertainment Management

Point Park University

Associate of Science - Business Marketing

Towson University
VELARIA BRADLEY