Maria Meschi

Lead Project Strategist at DORIS Research
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, IN

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Experience

    • United States
    • Research Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Lead Project Strategist
      • Feb 2021 - Present

      Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

    • Experience Design Consultant
      • Nov 2009 - Present

      Indianapolis, Indiana Area

    • United States
    • Entertainment Providers
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Improviser & Workshop Facilitator
      • Sep 2015 - Present

      Indianapolis, Indiana Area

    • United States
    • Research Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Project Strategist
      • Jun 2020 - Nov 2020

      Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

    • United States
    • Design Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Design Facilitator
      • Jun 2018 - Jun 2020

      Indianapolis, Indiana Area Facilitated research engagements using design thinking methods to develop deep understanding and actionable insights in problem contexts. Co-created research engagements with clients and design team to reach client objectives. Made design and service recommendations for client projects across diverse industries including healthcare, Fortune 500 corporations, education, and nonprofit organizations.

    • Graduate Teaching Assistant
      • Jan 2018 - May 2018

      Indianapolis, Indiana Area Assisting with three sections of Event Production, a senior-level experiential course where students design, plan, and produce events for community partners.

    • Communications Coordinator, IUPUI 50th Anniversary
      • Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

      Indianapolis, Indiana Area As a graduate assistant, I designed the visual branding and facilitated the launch of the IUPUI 50th Anniversary celebration. Additionally, I served alongside the Communications Committee Chair to develop a communications strategy to carry the celebration from launch (November 2017) to completion in June 2019.

    • Assistant Director for Communications
      • Apr 2015 - Jul 2017

      Indianapolis, Indiana Area Develops, implements, and manages coordinated strategies to market the School of Physical Education and Tourism Management to prospective students and promote the school’s offerings to current students. Develops materials, including print and digital publications, outdoor and print advertising and electronic media. Provides communications strategies, initiatives and materials to advance the recruitment and admissions work of the Office of Student Success.

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Project Manager, Tourism Convention and Event Management
      • Feb 2011 - Mar 2015

      - GBTA Academy Launch - CUMU Conference 2011 - Super Service Training Program, 2012 Super Bowl Host Committee

    • United States
    • Hospitality
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • E-commerce Marketing Manager
      • Nov 2009 - Feb 2011

    • Events Assistant
      • Sep 2008 - Nov 2009

      * Facilitated event logistics, including hotel, travel, and function space arrangements. * Developed and implemented online registration system for event attendees. * Reviewed contracts, budgets, and registration reports to assess event needs.

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Marketing Intern
      • Sep 2008 - Nov 2008

      * Developed and implemented marketing plan to encourage student event attendance. * Researched target populations for event and publication marketing materials. * Coordinated annual event including negotiating vendor contracts and providing onsite support.

    • Production Artist
      • Mar 2007 - May 2008

      * Collaborated with design and production teams to create event pieces within limited budgets. * Created floats for the Indianapolis 500 Festival parades and Oklahoma's Centennial Parade. * Composed copy for promotional materials for the 2008 Indianapolis 500 Parade.

    • Associate Producer
      • Aug 2006 - Jan 2007

      * Supported all aspects of production of corporate communication videos and interactive materials. * Assisted producers with research, scriptwriting, on-location duties, and preparing materials for editing. * Produced videos for the Indiana Speakers Bureau

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Program Assistant, Freshman Orientation Program
      • May 2006 - Jul 2006

      * Assembled required materials for program attendees. * Registered participants and directed them through the two-day program. * Addressed student and parent concerns about IU, Orientation, and the college

Education

  • Herron School of Art + Design
    Master of Fine Arts - MFA, Design Thinking and Design Leadership
    2017 - 2019
  • Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis
    Certificate, Event Management
    2008 - 2010
  • Indiana University Bloomington
    Bachelor of Arts, Telecommunications
    2002 - 2006
  • Indiana University Bloomington
    Associate's Degree, Costume Construction Technology
    2002 - 2006
  • Interlochen Arts Academy
    Diploma, Theatre Arts
    1998 - 2001

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