Summary:
Extremely driven generalist with a strong desire to know what makes people tick. Four years experience in business, marketing and trend research via international travel, blogging, and temporary positions with innovative companies. Proven ability to learn fast and produce high quality work.
Education: THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, School of Business Washington, DC
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing/International Business; Fine Arts minor; May 2010
Cumulative GPA 3.99; GW School of Business Distinguished Scholar (GWSB equivalent of valedictorian), GW School of Business Marketing Award, John Henry Cowles Prize Awardee, Presidential Scholar, Presidential Recognition Awardee, Honors Student, Dean’s List Honors
Work Experience:
HubPages / YieldBuild, San Francisco, CA
Online Marketing & Community Manager, June. 2010-Present
- Manage community communications through forums, newsletters, podcasts, videos, and blog posts.
- Manage community programs, provide support to online volunteers and executing on strategies for expansion.
- Present at industry conferences and shows, including hosting booths and tables.
- Monitor and participate in social media.
- Plan and execute contests and other promotional online events.
- Identify branding opportunities and execute on branding strategies.
Boho Magazine, Washington, DC
Editorial Assistant, Jan. 2009-Jan. 2011
- Contribute trend boards, articles, copy, and photographs to the magazine.
- Launched, managed, and maintained Boho’s official blog and Twitter feed.
- Assisted with market research and promotion.
PSFK, New York City, NY
Contributing Writer, Feb. 2010-Oct. 2010
- Provided content on trends, innovation, businesses, events, products, services, entertainment and art.
TechCast, Washington, DC
Assistant to VP TechCast Services, Jan. 2010-Sept. 2010
- Develop marketing materials for TechCast services.
- Develop and execute a social media plan for TechCast promotion.
- Provide SWOT analysis, case studies and suggestions for future strategies.
Nonchalance, San Francisco, CA
Intern, Jun. 2009-August 2009
- Photographed game elements for documentation and presentation purposes.
- Procured costumes and supplies for use in production.
- Assisted with game element creation, maintenance, and installation.
Georgetown Cupcake, Washington, DC
Fondant Artist, Sept. 2008-December 2009
- Photographed cupcakes for promotional purposes.
- Decorated, customized, filled, iced, and sold cupcakes.
- Assisted with promotional and charity events.
TCHO Ventures, Inc. San Francisco, CA
Assistant Chocolate Maker, Jul.-Aug. 2008
- Conducted moisture tests, weighing, and sampling in the chocolate lab.
- Tempered, molded, de-molded, inspected, and packaged chocolate.
- Maintained machinery and researched storage improvements.
24 Hour Fitness, San Ramon, CA
Marketing Project Coordinator, Jun. 2008- Aug. 200
- Drafted a proposal to convert 24 Hour Fitness website, online magazine, and store into a fully integrated social network.
- Coordinated efforts on programs revising personal training, group fitness, and personalized customer interface platforms.
- Researched Web 2.0 and social media trends, conducted competitive analyses, and benchmarked online marketing leaders.
Earth Day Network, (EDN) Washington, DC
Intern, Jan. 2008-May 2008
- Filmed and edited video content for Earth Day Television.
- Wrote and edited articles and assisted with web design for the Earth Day website and other publications.
- Worked at San Francisco Green Apple Festival as Earth Day Network representative.
American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE), Washington, DC
Intern, Sept. 2007-Dec. 2007
- Conducted marketing campaign seeking corporate donations.
- Assisted with research for a government grant proposal to maintain and preserve forests.
- Attended Renewable Energy-related meetings, conferences, and events.
Mariner Square Club, Harbor Bay Club, Lerner Health and Wellness Center
Pilates Instructor, Sept. 2007-Present
- Lead group Pilates mat classes twice weekly.
- Provide clients with instruction, demonstration, personalized tips, and corrections on form.
- Certified through the ITT Pilates Integrated Teacher Training program.
The George Washington University Honors Program, Washington, DC
Information Assistant, Sept. 2006 – Dec. 2009
- Conducted research and developed proposal to conserve energy and reduce waste in office.
- Supported administrators, faculty, and 700 students in the Honors Program by booking appointments, answering general questions, and setting up for events.
- Responded to inquiries from visitors, students, staff, and faculty in person, by e-mail, over the telephone.
Medical Instrument Development Labs, Inc., San Leandro, CA
Independent Contractor, Jun. 2006-Present
- Provide web design and illustration services.
- Observed, and analyzed assembly of vitreous cutting probes and ran diagnostic tests on defective samples in order to streamline, control, and improve the production process.
- Assisted the Vice President of Sales and Marketing on international business trips for company meetings, ophthalmological conventions, and funding proposals.
- Evaluated and updated procedural and regulatory documents.