Experience

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  Rainbow Play Systems, Inc.

  • Brookings SD

  • Graphic Designer

    • Apr 2016 - Sep 2016
    • Brookings SD

    Maintained consistent use of graphic imagery in ads and other marketing materials.Designed ads, flyers and other materials for Rainbow’s distributors around the United StatesAdhered to a strict proofing deadline to ensure tasks stayed on time.

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  Lloyd Companies

  • Sioux Falls, South Dakota Area

  • Marketing Coordinator

    • Sep 2013 - Mar 2016
    • Sioux Falls, South Dakota Area

    Designed marketing materials for the Property Management team including: brochures, flyers, posters, banners, listing books, monument signs, and other collateral as needed.Created property specific designs including: logos, floor plans, flyers, photos, maps and social media sites.Worked with local advertising vendors to place and ensure accuracy of ads and listings. Tracked property trends and conversion ratios to determine the best ROI. Developed materials for booths, trade shows, and special events.

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  South Dakota State University Wellness Center

  • Coordinator of Marketing & Development

    • Jun 2012 - Jun 2013

    Design marketing materials and advertisements to promote Wellness Center programs targeting SDSU and Brookings community. Coordinate with various media outlets to ensure information is timely and accurate. Designed, implemented and manage digital displays for the Wellness Center also maintain and update Residential Life displays. Currently in the process of implementing an audio system for the facility. Created sponsorship and advertising opportunities within the facility. Currently designing a price structure and media guide for future revenue generation.Manage the Wellness Center web page, Inside State, and Social Media sites. Created a budget and advertising plan for FY14.Hired, trained, and manage a student employee with future growth in this area.

  • Marketing & Web Developer

    • Aug 2011 - Jun 2012

    Design marketing materials and advertisements to promote Wellness Center programs.Manage the Wellness Center web page, Inside State, and Social Media sites.

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  Boys and Girls Club of Brookings

  • Brookings SD

  • Special Events & Marketing Intern

    • Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
    • Brookings SD

    Worked with the Director of Development & Marketing with planning, designing and implementation of Club special events, marketing and advertising. Assisted in the planning, design and implementation of Club fundraising special events including: annual campaign preparation, phone-a-thon preparation and other events throughout the year.Organized and designed materials and advertisements for Club related events and information. Prepared annual newsletter and annual report to support Club development. Created and mailed monthly e-newsletters to parents and donors.Assisted with communications via radio, newspaper, television and ensure the public are timely, accurate and appropriately informed on Club happenings.

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  SDSU Wellness Center

  • Brookings SD

  • Student Office Assistant

    • Sep 2008 - Aug 2011
    • Brookings SD

    Created the current web site located within the South Dakota State University network. Updated and maintained the content on the web site on a regular basis.Designed marketing materials including: brochures, folders, flyers, mailings, and t-shirtsDeveloped social networking sites and maintained communications through them.Assisted with general office duties including: filing, data entry, accounts receivable, bill paying, customer service, and form creation.