Experience

VPM

• United States
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Managing Producer, Podcasts

  • Jul 2021 - Present

  I led the organization’s venture into podcasting as a new content medium. I am responsible for the operations and logistics of podcast content, from assessing pitches to acting in a project management capacity for teams of freelance producers and talent, including production planning, budget management and contracts. I am also responsible for coordinating with internal marketing and fundraising teams to support each individual production in alignment with the overall content strategy and strategic goals of the organization.

• Project Manager

  • Sep 2019 - Jul 2021

  I was hired to help facilitate a digital transformation for a public media organization that had recently changed ownership and was looking to modernize its approach to creating television and radio programming. I collaborated with department leads and staff across the organization to assess existing workflows and pain points, then proposed and implemented an action plan that included identification and rollout of communication and project management tools as well as processes and systems for intake, review and organization of new content. Simultaneously, I was responsible for managing the internal development of a new content medium (podcasting) and gaining buy-in from internal stakeholders.



COLAB

• United States
• Technology, Information and Internet
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager

  • May 2016 - Sep 2019

  I motivated team members across a variety of disciplines to deliver high-impact, high-quality digital products on time, on budget and with our clients’ best interests in mind. I balanced working independently to keep projects organized with collaborating with a team of project managers to ensure resourcing was accurate, team morale was high and processes were refined to incrementally improve the project experience. I motivated team members across a variety of disciplines to deliver high-impact, high-quality digital products on time, on budget and with our clients’ best interests in mind. I balanced working independently to keep projects organized with collaborating with a team of project managers to ensure resourcing was accurate, team morale was high and processes were refined to incrementally improve the project experience.



Key Web Concepts

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Manager

  • Jan 2014 - May 2016

  • Listened to prospective clients’ stories and goals during in-person consultations to determine the suitability and best fit for the work• Collaborated with teammates to accurately estimate projects and present proposals to clients• Guided clients, content creators, designers and developers through the process of each project with clear, consistent communication• Facilitated internal reviews and quality assurance checks to streamline delivery of polished, effective products• Managed project schedules, tracked time and prioritized tasks through the use of internal project management software• Balanced client deadlines and project budgets with creative staff to ensure the highest quality was achieved in the most efficient manner• Presented process refinement ideas and staff requests to upper management for continuous company improvement• Maintained ongoing relationships with clients following the completion of the initial project scope and suggested additional opportunities for success

• SEO Copywriter

  • Sep 2012 - Sep 2014

  • Worked in conjunction with web designers to create engaging content for websites and print materials• Optimized content and code for search engines on a monthly basis for more than 20 client websites• Composed and edited blog posts for clients as well as for company blog to build community engagement• Provided content strategy, SEO and social media suggestions to potential clients in initial consultations• Trained business owners on how to use social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter for business• Researched industries to develop branding and marketing strategies for new business names and taglines• Created and executed out in-house social media campaigns for Facebook, Twitter and Google Plus• Tracked changes in traffic to websites using Google Analytics and shared suggestions with clients



Cafe Caturra

• Restaurants
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Ranking Keyholder

  • Jun 2011 - Jun 2012

  • Responsible as Manager-on-Duty for 8-12 hour shifts• In charge of Front-of-House and Back-of-House staff of up to 12 employees.• Handled financial operations including End-of-Night reports, invoices and deposits.

• Interim Graphic Designer

  • Apr 2011 - Jan 2012

  • Created hiring flyers, print advertisements and event posters.• Updated template for employee handbook.• Contributed design ideas toward updated menu.

• Unit Marketing Coordinator

  • Oct 2010 - Jan 2012

  • Developed marketing strategies at store-level in conjunction with the Marketing Director.• Met with local business professionals and organizations to encourage community partnerships.• Planned and networked in-store and off-site events for up to 300 guests.• Managed social media accounts including Facebook & Twitter.



The Hardwicke Group

• United States
• Advertising Services

• Social Media Intern

  • Dec 2009 - Jun 2010

  • Contributed to development of social media strategies for clients: Joe DioGuardi, David Rivkin, Truth In Government. • Formatted foreword in Adobe InDesign for 2010 update of Unaccountable Congress. • Wrote and edited news releases for print and online publication. • Designed logos, business cards and banner advertisements for print and online publication. • Edited video footage and created video compilations for online publication and mail distribution. • Contributed to development of social media strategies for clients: Joe DioGuardi, David Rivkin, Truth In Government. • Formatted foreword in Adobe InDesign for 2010 update of Unaccountable Congress. • Wrote and edited news releases for print and online publication. • Designed logos, business cards and banner advertisements for print and online publication. • Edited video footage and created video compilations for online publication and mail distribution.



Richmond Kickers Soccer Club

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Public & Community Relations Intern

  • May 2009 - Aug 2009

  • Assisted VP of Communications with daily media and public relations for professional soccer club. • Wrote press releases and designed flyers for print and online publication. • Conducted interviews with players and coaches for online publication. • Wrote match summaries and assisted with game day operations. o Assumed all media relations responsibilities for July 25 international exhibition match. o Acted as Graphics Assistant for Fox Soccer Channel broadcast of USL-2 Championship Match. • Developed and maintained social media outlets. o Updated fans and posted original content to the official Facebook fan page. o Created Kick for 1000 Facebook fan promotion; 400 percent increase in fans from May to August. o Wrote blog posts for The Direct Kick—May 27 – July 30. o Wrote for Twitter account—May 21 – August 4.