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Zola Olson

Zola Olson

Leota,MN

Summary

Agriculture Science and Animal Science: Industry Relations Innovative Social Media Manager with experience in developing and implementing comprehensive social media strategies. Noted for creativity, strategic thinking, and ability to enhance brand awareness through engaging content. Strengths include knowledge of major social media platforms, analytical skills, and understanding of SEO best practices. Previous work has resulted in improved online presence and audience engagement for diverse clients.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
4
4

Certifications

Work History

Digital and Social Media Manager

Dixie Valley Angus
Montague, CA
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Created engaging content for multiple social media platforms, such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
  • Managed the daily operations of all assigned social media accounts.
  • Monitored customer comments on various social media channels and responded in a timely manner.
  • Provided training and guidance to team members on best practices for utilizing social media tools.
  • Coordinated with external vendors or agencies to produce high quality visuals or videos.
  • Created social media strategies to increase sales and brand awareness across multiple platforms.

Beef Herdsman

SD State University Cow/Calf Research Facility
Brookings, SD
09.2022 - 04.2023
  • Monitored health of herd and identified sick animals for treatment.
  • Maintained records of animal movements, births, deaths, treatments, and other relevant information.
  • Assisted in calving and other birthing processes as necessary.
  • Assisted in calving, lambing, farrowing, or other birthing processes as necessary.
  • Assisted in the branding or marking of animals for identification purposes.

Sales Intern

Lange Ag Systems
Willmar, MN
10.2022 - 11.2022
  • Provided customer service support to existing clients.
  • Corresponding with sales reps and customers
  • Attended company meetings to learn about new products and services.
  • Performed administrative duties such as data entry, filing, and order processing.

Youth Programming Coordinator

UMN Extension (Chippewa Co.)
Montevideo, MN
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Produce new ideas for program growth and outreach
  • Put on all youth programming activities
  • Social Media Promotion, photograph all shows (Backdrop/Ring Shots)

Communications Intern

Riverview Dairy LLP
Morris, MN
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Created and edited content for website, newsletters, press releases, social media posts, and other marketing materials.
  • Conducted research on industry trends and competitors' activities.
  • Provided support in organizing events such as conferences, seminars, workshops.
  • Researched and analyzed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement in communication strategies.
  • Drafted social media posts and created videos with eye for viral content strategies.
  • Established or maintained cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer or public interest groups.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science / Industry Relations

South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD
05-2025

Associate of Applied Science - Agribusiness

Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN
05-2022

Diploma -

Montevideo High School
Montevideo
01.2021

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Social media management
  • Photo and video editing
  • Lead development
  • Public relations

Affiliations

  • American Angus Association member
  • American Simmental Association member
  • National Cattlemen's Beef Association member
  • Minnesota Cattlewomen's Association member

Accomplishments

  • SDSU Little International Overall Beef Showman
  • 2021-22 MN Beef Ambassador Contest winner
  • SDSU Sigma Alpha Omega Sorority Assistant Recruitment Director
  • Ridgewater College 22-23 Rodeo Club President and Treasurer
  • Ridgewater College 22-23 Ag Ambassador
  • Ridgewater College 22-23 PAS Board member

Certification

  • OSHA / First Aid
  • Artificial Insemination
  • (BQA) Beef Quality Assurance
  • Masters of Beef Advocacy

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Digital and Social Media Manager

Dixie Valley Angus
05.2024 - 09.2024

Sales Intern

Lange Ag Systems
10.2022 - 11.2022

Beef Herdsman

SD State University Cow/Calf Research Facility
09.2022 - 04.2023

Youth Programming Coordinator

UMN Extension (Chippewa Co.)
05.2022 - 08.2022

Communications Intern

Riverview Dairy LLP
10.2021 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science / Industry Relations

South Dakota State University

Associate of Applied Science - Agribusiness

Ridgewater College

Diploma -

Montevideo High School

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