Resume

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I am a creative problem solver with a personal and professional mission to amplifying marginalized narratives. My unique professional experience stems from years of research, empowerment work, and content creation.

Experience

Design & Communications Manager

Ladies Who Launch - Remote | 2020 - Present

Digital Strategy and Marketing:

  • Developed a data-driven social media strategy through extensive market research, identifying key user personas and community needs.

  • Created, curated, and managed diverse social media content formats, aligning with established strategy and content pillars for consistency and relevance.

  • Collaborated with the Editorial Lead to independently conceive and design our most impactful content piece to date, achieving outstanding results:

    • Mailchimp: A Click-Through Rate (CTR) of 46.57% and an Open Rate of 6.58%, surpassing nonprofit industry averages.

    • LinkedIn: Achieved an exceptional engagement rate of 28.58% and a Click-Through Rate (CTR) of 24.77%, outperforming the industry average engagement rate of 2.26%.

  • Continuously tracked and analyzed key performance metrics to optimize campaign effectiveness and guide content creation.

  • Stayed at the forefront of emerging trends in social media design and strategy to keep Ladies Who Launch ahead of the curve.

  • Managed and optimized web content, including capital access programs, community events, and spotlights.

  • Edited creative webinars and short videos, enhancing the organization's digital marketing platforms.

  • Maintained an active role in community engagement, fostering high-touch interactions with stakeholders.

Copywriting:

  • Produced compelling and persuasive copy for a wide range of marketing materials, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and values.

Graphic Design and Visual Branding:

  • Led a comprehensive overhaul of the organization's visual branding and identity, aligning them with the company's vision and mission.

  • Conceptualized and designed visually captivating imagery for various content types, including bi-weekly newsletters, blogs, events, and marketing collateral.

  • Created high-impact video and graphic assets to enhance the organization's presence across all social media channels.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in translating designs into website elements using advanced CSS techniques.

Website Development and Management:

  • Spearheaded user-friendly web design and mobile optimization efforts, emphasizing ADA compliance and SEO best practices:

    • Conducted comprehensive keyword research using tools like Ubersuggest and Lighthouse.

    • Ensured optimal website performance through proactive maintenance and adherence to SEO standards.

Senior Social Media Manager & Content Strategist

GSD Group - Remote | 2020 - 2022

  • Led content planning for renowned brands, achieving a remarkable 108.889% average engagement boost.

  • Provided expert guidance on cultural and social media trends, optimizing client online presence.

  • Cultivated relationships with content platforms and creators for ongoing content enhancement.

  • Tailored content to each client's unique branding, ensuring brand consistency.

  • Streamlined content organization and tracking for improved efficiency.


Web Developer and Brand Strategist

Freelance - Remote | 2018 - Present

  • Guided clients in user-centric website development for conversion-focused platforms, while also overseeing brand and social media strategy.

  • Applied data-driven UX/UI design principles for visually appealing, user-friendly websites.

  • Created cohesive visual brand identities for online platforms, ensuring consistency in design across digital and print materials.

  • Crafted compelling copy for websites, newsletters, blogs, and social media to enhance overall brand messaging and engagement.

Artist and Strategic Social Media Manager

#Girlcrew Collective - Remote | 2016 - Present

  • Established a unique collective voice and brand identity.

  • Developed an effective social media strategy with content pillars and KPIs.

  • Produced inspiring content, including projects like She Fights Foundation and Made In Her Image.

  • Managed content calendars and implemented community engagement strategies.

  • Leveraged advanced analytics tools for data-driven decisions.



Assoc. Director of the Women’s Initiative & Lead Quiet Time Coordinator
 

David Lynch Foundation - New York, NY & Los Angeles, CA | 2013 - 2019 

  • Ideated, researched & developed a comprehensive  8-week course & Best Practices manual for working with survivors of gender violence and abuse 

  • Conducted community outreach and led initiatives to increase class attendance and student engagement 

  • Established a system of tracking and monitoring individual instructions and client progress 

  • Co-wrote grant proposals & status reports to Susan G. Komen, Avon Foundation for Women, and the Society for Women’s Health Research, resulting in $50,000 for our programs 

  • Instituted best practices for survey administration and data collection for women’s programs 

  • Established a system of tracking and monitoring individual instructions and client progress 

  • Implemented and managed the schoolwide Quiet Time meditation program for 650 secondary-level students

  • Supported faculty and admin staff of 78 with their self-care routine, held weekly group wellness sessions, and organized & executed end-of-year school-wide wellness event

Curator & Buyer

Token.ai - New York, NY | 2016 - 2017 

  • Researched & created an Educational Manual on international gift-giving and cultural traditions

  • Developed Gift Guide profiles informed by behavioral psychology and market trends

  • Curated merchandise for inventory

  • Copywriter for gift guides, newsletters, and social media content

  • Produced, edited, and filmed digital content - behind-the-scenes, warehouse tours, etc.

  • Managed & photographed products

Education

Documentary Studies Graduate Certificate
The New School
 

Master's of Social Work
University of Southern California

Bachelor's of Arts in Social Welfare
UC Berkeley
 

Volunteer Experience

Film Mentor
She Sees      
Oct 2017 to Present

Film Mentor
Made In Her Image     
Sept 2018 to July 2019

Video Editor
826 NYC
Summer 2016 Documentary Program

 

Skills 

  • Proficient in developing and implementing data-driven social media strategies, identifying key user personas, and addressing community needs. Skilled in creating, curating, and managing diverse content formats aligned with strategic goals.

  • Demonstrated ability in independently conceiving and designing impactful content, with notable results in metrics like Click-Through Rate and engagement rate across platforms like Mailchimp and LinkedIn. Experience in leading content planning, providing guidance on cultural and social media trends, cultivating relationships for content enhancement, and maintaining brand consistency.

  • Strong capability in tracking, analyzing, and optimizing key performance metrics to enhance campaign effectiveness and guide content creation. Stays updated with emerging trends in social media design and strategy.

  • Expertise in leading comprehensive overhauls of visual branding and identity, creating visually captivating imagery for various content types, and demonstrating proficiency in CSS for web design.

  • Proven skills in producing compelling and persuasive copy for a range of marketing materials, ensuring alignment with organizational missions and values.

  • Spearheaded user-friendly web design and mobile optimization, focusing on ADA compliance and SEO best practices. Conducted comprehensive keyword research and ensured optimal website performance.

  • Guided clients in user-centric website development and brand strategy, applied data-driven UX/UI design principles, and crafted cohesive visual brand identities.

  • Maintained active roles in community engagement, fostering interactions with stakeholders, managing content calendars, and implementing community engagement strategies.

  • Expertise in using Avid Media Composer for video editing and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and After Effects. Hands-on experience in videography using Lumix Gh5 and skilled in conducting research specifically for documentaries.

 

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