Communications Specialist

• Feb 2022 - Present

Communications Coordinator

• Mar 2018 - Apr 2022

Accountable for the creation and implementation of a multi-pronged marketing strategy for a child welfare non-profit organization; Responsible for increasing exposure in the community and its surrounding area, and for driving engagement with key stakeholders through public relations efforts and the deployment of various marketing projects; Develop and implement effective communication plans, including but not limited to designing and developing printed materials, improving the organizations website presence, providing social media management and coordinating and facilitating both in-person and virtual events. Show less

Graphic Designer

• Jan 2017 - Apr 2022

HIGHLIGHTED PROJECTS: ReeMat Designs, Englewood Cliffs, NJ; Sprout Everywhere Events, Morristown, NJ Responsible for the design of digital content and printed materials, including, but not limited to product catalogs, information sheets, sales event invitations and tickets, banners and promotional items; Oversaw inventory upgrade and website design on Shopify, and provided ongoing product photography and inventory management support; Key participant in strategy sessions for developing and implementing creative marketing and promotional initiatives. Show less

Gallery Manager

• Sep 2014 - Jan 2017

Oversaw daily operations, including the management of the exhibition and project calendar; Lead all aspects of exhibition planning and loans; Ensured that the gallery maintained the highest museum professional standards in exhibition and art care; Developed visual graphics and print materials for exhibitions in consultation with curators, gallery director and marketing specialists; Initiated social media overhaul and expansion and partnered with other staff members to create effective marketing strategies. Show less

Project Coordinator

• Aug 2012 - Aug 2014

Project coordinator for an institutional planning phase of a new permanent exhibition on Asia; Coordinated project activities with participants through regular meetings and communication, tracking key deadlines and maintaining and implementing project work plan; Organized extensive international travel and meeting arrangements; Maintained project budget and expenses, supplying financial updates to project members and ensuring compliance with foundation protocol in the tracking and reporting of financial data. Show less

Program Coordinator

• Feb 2007 - Aug 2012

Responsible for the development and implementation of academic initiatives to increase awareness of East Asia across numerous constituencies; Developed and maintained relationships with faculty, students and alumni from Columbia University and peer institutions, members of the diplomatic community, area professionals, donors and critical vendors, all with an eye towards developing long-term strategic partnerships; Project and event management experience included an annual photography exhibition, a contemporary art exhibition, numerous lecture series, domestic and international conferences, postdoctoral fellowship competitions, website redesign and the development of a three-city study abroad program in Asia. Show less