Skills & Experience

Marketing Communications Professional with
25+ years of experience

I am an Experienced Marketing Professional who works in the fast-paced industries of media, non-profit, architecture, engineering, construction, corporate, and higher education.

Manages multiple projects with competing priorities with composure and professionalism along with an exceptional work ethic.

Servant leader who inspires team to develop their strengths.

Self-motivated, personable, and energetic; contributes strong creativity; able to work independently and appreciates vibrant team collaboration.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.

  • Communications

    Experience in various forms of communications including but not limited to: Creative, Technical, Strategic, Crisis, Public Relations and Content Management. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Apps.

  • Graphic Design

    Knowledgable in Adobe Creative Suite
    (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat DC),
    Canva and Piktochart to create dynamic pieces for distribution and for digital marketing

  • Photography

    Experience with Sports, Environmental, Event and Headshot Photography. Understanding of lighting, placement and editing with Photoshop. Growing interest in developing skills further to incoporate more into my professional career, rather than just a hobby.

  • Time Management & Scheduling

    Skilled in time management / scheduling. Working with clients, remaining detail oriented, while still being a good listener to what their needs and wants are. Skilled at organizing medium to large size fundraisers or client appreciation events. Strong understanding of time efficiency, organizational skills and delegation of organization and implementation.

SKILLS

  • Journalism

  • Grammar / Editing

  • Storyteller

  • Technical Writer

  • Web Content Writing

  • Interviewing

  • Photography

  • Public Relations

  • Public Speaking

  • Project Management

  • Digital Marketing

  • Marketing Management

  • Brand Management

  • Marketing Campaigns

  • Customer Relationship Management

  • Fundraising

  • Graphic Design

  • Event Planning

  • Creative Communications

  • Corporate Communications

  • Media Planning

  • Content Management

  • Email Campaign

  • Internal / External Communications

WORK EXPERIENCE

Communications Manager
S. M. Wilson & Co., 2023 - Present

  • Administration of all brand-related and client development communications through the generation of press releases, social media and website content, content marketing and other public relations content; assist with other marketing collateral including proposals, presentations and other collateral; and tradeshow event coordination and logistics.

Regional Marketing Manager, St. Louis Region
FGM Architects Inc., 2019-2023

  • Administration for all regional marketing; proposal leadership to social media strategy to overall market visibility; engage and manage marketing coordinator team to support completion of tasks; lead regional proposal response process with Principals/Project Managers for 75+proposal responses annually; oversee content management and QA/QC for proposal process; market research; oversee website content management.

Marketing Manager & Relationship Development Liaison
Cole & Associates, Inc., 2018 - 2019

  • Realigned marketing materials to ensure consistency. Boosted client engagement and online presence utilizing social media platforms. Improved employee retention and support by developing employee engagement initiatives. Enhanced client visibility and engagement by establishing appreciation programs.

Marketing & Business Development Director
Bond Architects, Inc., 2016 - 2018

  • Designed the new marketing collateral for 25th Anniversary Celebration and rebranding; brochures, conference handouts and promotional materials. Created the foundation for Business Development platform by networking with industry organizations and establishing leads.

Marketing & Client Relations Coordinator, St. Louis Region
FGM Architects, 2014 - 2016

  • Directed management of all regional marketing activities, including proposal response and interview presentation development, conference logistics, award submissions, promotional materials, press releases, local newspaper articles, client relation activities and social media.

Development Marketing Specialist, University Advancement
Saint Louis University, 2011-2013

  • Established and implemented a centralized Development Marketing model to ensure consistent unified messaging for all Saint Louis University’s donor solicitations and marketing collateral in collaboration with the Associate VP of Development.

Marketing Communications Associate, Illinois Region
United Way of Greater St. Louis, 2008-2011

  • Developed and implemented successful comprehensive marketing plans and programs for all three Illinois United Way divisions, including digital, multi-media and print.

Belleville News-Democrat
General Assignment Reporter, 2000-2008

EDUCATION

Webster University, St. Louis, MO 1999
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications
Emphasis in Sports Journalism
Student Leadership Certificate

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