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Education
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Certification
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Zira Washington

Zira Washington

Houston,TX

Summary

Outgoing, licensed Life and Health Insurance Agent eager to launch a successful career in the insurance industry. Possesses a strong foundation in customer service, marketing, and communication, with a passion for helping clients protect their assets and plan for the future. Experienced in developing creative strategies and consistently delivering accurate, prompt, and courteous service. Recognized as a resourceful and versatile professional with a reputation for achieving ambitious goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Brand Strategist

ZTW Media Group, LLC
2024.08 - Current
  • Analyzed customer feedback and market trends to make informed decisions about product and brand messaging.
  • Spearheaded strategic brand plans for multiple product lines to increase market share and brand awareness.
  • Develop and implement brand strategy and messaging framework
  • Align brand strategy to company's business objectives and growth targets
  • Guide strategies for marketing and communications, products, and customer experience
  • Oversee brand identity management including logo, colors, tone, and visual assets
  • Monitor and measure effectiveness of brand strategy
  • Build and nurture key stakeholder relationships internally and externally

Freelance Producer

Freelance
2012.08 - 2019.08
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery
  • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion
  • Developed project budgets and managed production costs
  • Identified and approved equipment and elements required for productions
  • Remained composed and highly professional in fast-paced and constantly changing environment, effectively handling challenging situations and difficult individuals to achieve objectives

General Science Instructor

Beechnut Academy
2015.01 - 2017.01
  • Produced and executed lesson plans based on curriculum objectives to accommodate multiple learning styles
  • Collected and analyzed data to maintain student progress
  • Provided mid-point and quarterly progress data reports based on benchmark quarterly goals.
  • Created and maintained asafe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning

Owner/ Director

SEED Behavioral Management
2013.01 - 2014.01
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Serviced adolescent clients from distressed federal housing communities referred by schools and parents, with case management and professional behavior modification treatments
  • Partnered with mental health professionals to offer group, individual, and family therapy
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Organized and managed tFDA Food Service program that fed over 100 children daily

Science Instructor / Team Leader

Jackson Public Schools
1999.01 - 2011.01
  • Researched, designed and executed lesson plans based on curriculum objectives to accommodate multiple learning styles
  • Collected and analyze data to maintain student progress
  • Provided mid point and quarterly progress data reports based on benchmark quarterly goals.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans to address student issues
  • Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress
  • Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs

Education

Specialist of Education - Educational Leadership And Administration

Jackson State University
Jackson, MS

Master's Degree, MAT - Elementary Education

Jackson State University
Jackson, MS

BS PSychology -

Jackson State University
Jackson, MS

Skills

  • Licensed Insurance Agent
  • Branding & Identity Marketing
  • Marketing
  • Team training and development
  • Client needs analysis
  • Research Skills
  • Account Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Client Relations
  • CRM Software

Certification

  • Licensed Life, Health and Accident Insurance Producer - (currently active)
  • Certified Educator - Texas Education Agency,

(currently active)

  • Standard First Aid, CPR and AED - American Red Cross, (currently active)


Affiliations

  • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc

Timeline

Senior Brand Strategist

ZTW Media Group, LLC
2024.08 - Current

General Science Instructor

Beechnut Academy
2015.01 - 2017.01

Owner/ Director

SEED Behavioral Management
2013.01 - 2014.01

Freelance Producer

Freelance
2012.08 - 2019.08

Science Instructor / Team Leader

Jackson Public Schools
1999.01 - 2011.01

Specialist of Education - Educational Leadership And Administration

Jackson State University

Master's Degree, MAT - Elementary Education

Jackson State University

BS PSychology -

Jackson State University
  • Licensed Life, Health and Accident Insurance Producer - (currently active)
  • Certified Educator - Texas Education Agency,

(currently active)

  • Standard First Aid, CPR and AED - American Red Cross, (currently active)


Zira Washington