dereksimon88
About Candidate
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Education
I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree with a concentration in Print & Photo Media from Old Dominion University. This rigorous program provided me with a comprehensive education in both traditional and contemporary printmaking and photography techniques. Through a combination of theoretical studies and hands-on practice, I developed a deep understanding of visual storytelling, composition, and the technical aspects of print and photographic media. My coursework included advanced studies in digital and analog photography, screen printing, lithography, and etching, as well as courses in art history, critical theory, and visual culture. The program emphasized creative problem-solving, artistic experimentation, and the development of a personal artistic vision. Additionally, I participated in numerous exhibitions and critiques, which honed my ability to articulate and defend my artistic choices. This degree has equipped me with a strong foundation in visual arts, a keen eye for detail, and the technical skills necessary to execute high-quality visual projects. It has also instilled in me a deep appreciation for design and a commitment to continuous learning and artistic growth.
Work & Experience
In my role as a community & professional relations coordinator, I was primarily responsible for providing dashboard reports to hospital facilities and advocating for donor families. Additionally duties included: - Created content, coordinated, and managed social media platforms to increase awareness of the organization’s mission. - Maintain relationships with over 20 healthcare facilities - Travel the state of Colorado and Wyoming to connect with facilities and donor advocates - Authored blog posts for the company website, effectively communicating complex information in plain language. - Promoted the brand’s mission through targeted campaigns, raising awareness and engagement. - Maintained internal collateral database, ensuring consistency and accessibility of materials. - Produced videos for social media and YouTube to enhance audience retention.
In my role as an events & proposal coordinator, I was primarily responsible for converting the client’s necessities provided by the sales team into a branded proposal document. Additionally duties included: - Converted client needs into branded proposal documents, ensuring clarity and alignment with company standards. - Coordinated events domestically and abroad, enhancing member engagement and communication. - Designed printed collateral and maintained the internal monthly newsletter. - Updated the website with project photography and product descriptions to keep members informed.
Originally hired as a social media specialist, I was promoted to marketing manager within a month of my hiring leading to a 30% increase in customer retention. My duties a marketing manager included: - Designed ads with strong call to action for publications - Managed the marketing budget - Managed, creating, and updating the website’s content - Created brand campaigns that increased customer retention - Deployed bi-weekly sms & email communications. - Lead meetings with store managers to spearhead marketing campaigns - Collaborated with vendors to develop cross-promotional opportunities and slashed costs 30% by negotiating pricing and fee
In this role, my primary responsibility was to design ads to be placed in email communications, websites and flyers. Additional duties included: - Coordinated events to foster community engagement at local branches - Collateral database management - Crafted email campaigns to promote products - Shipped promotional items and print collateral to various branches in and out of state
