A detail-oriented and goal focused business professional that consistently
delivers. Demonstrated ability to achieve targeted goals, and excel in
challenging situations. Capable of creative problem solving, utilization
of critical thinking skills, and effective communication expertise.
Brand and Creative Development
Shealy Electrical Wholesalers
January 2011 - Present (5 years, 2 months) | South Carolina and North Carolina Areas
Leads the creative vision and design aesthetic for the company with the overall marketing and company strategy in mind. Creative responsibilities include conceiving, developing, and designing innovative creative materials that drive, elevate, and evolve the brand. Materials include print, online, marketing collateral, catalogs, brochures, logos, packaging, display graphics, in-house videos and special projects.
Marketing, Training, and Merchandising Specialist
Shealy Electrical Wholesalers
February 2007 - January 2011 (4 years) | South Carolina Area
Assist with leadership and development initiatives for the company to ensure organizational training and marketing objectives were achieved. These initiatives include product training, New Hire Orientation, specialized training and the development of online programs. Designed merchandising programs for the company based on sales goals and demographics. Responsibilities included, but were not limited to:
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Design and maintenance of company intranet site.
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Develop marketing collateral for company.
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Track and monitor staff progress toward objectives through the online learning center and communicate results to appropriate Management teams.
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Implement customer appreciation events across the State of South Carolina whose objectives and/or goals are to further develop the relationship with our constituents.
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Provide leadership in design and implementation of sales floor logistics for all Shealy locations through product merchandising.
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Promote products and services through a variety of marketing avenues.
Operations Manager
Logan Raye Salon and Spa
August 2004 - February 2007 | Columbia, South Carolina Area
Devoted efforts to the day-to-day operations of the business while developing a strong and successful background in interpersonal skills, financial management, customer service, team building, problem solving, conflict resolution and communication skills.
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Designed marketing and menu materials
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Policy and procedural document preparation
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Scheduled and supervised a staff of 30 employees
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Organized special events
Skills
PHOTOSHOP
ILLUSTRATOR
INDESIGN
PREMIER PRO
AFTER EFFECTS
POWERPOINT
WORD
EXCEL
PUBLISHER
WORDPRESS
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism and Mass Communications - 2004
Best Publication 2015
NAED tED Magazine's Marketing Awards
Best of the Best Overall Distributor Award 2014
NAED tED Magazine's Marketing Awards
Best Integrated Promotional Campaign 2014
NAED tED Magazine's Marketing Awards
Best Print Ad - Single 2014
NAED tED Magazine's Marketing Awards
Best Print Campaign 2014
NAED tED Magazine's Marketing Awards
Best Publication 2014
NAED tED Magazine's Marketing Awards
Best Website
NAED tED Magazine's Marketing Awards
Best Publication 2013
NAED tED Magazine's Marketing Awards