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Portland, Or, Us

Portland, Oregon, United States

Currently supporting the Instrument Wizard design vertical, overseeing the social(LI, X) and ad-hoc workstreams. Working directly as the client liaison to funnel communication and project requests. Intake briefs to kick off the design team, steering timelines, reviews, approvals, and file management. Contributor in process refinement to sharpen internal execution.CLIENT: Google Public Policy

Portland, Oregon, United States

Formerly I managed the photo production for Albertsons’s Sincerely visual rebrand along with circular ads for division banners; Safeway, Pavilions, and Andronico's. Processed the client's briefings and managed the production schedule and workstreams to queue up a seamless execution process. I oversaw the operations planning partnering with the RRD Art Director and Producer to build out the shot cadence. I collaborated with budget support, asset file management, meeting facilitator, and lead client liaison. An efficient user of Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Box, and Monday.com to align teams and workflow coordination.RESULTS:• Developed project organization processes and outlined folder and file systems.• Refined production schedule for seamless tracking and shot request clarity.• Established the internal process for client briefing requests.• Aligned internal cross-functional communication to establish a transparent and collaborative team environment.• Self-managed defining and refining how to maximize efficiencies for client and internal teams.

New York, United States

In previous work, I drove end-to-end project management and tracking for Ford Motor Company, Ford Bronco, and Ford Mustang social campaigns on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and LinkedIn. Provided cross-functional support to ensure cohesively integrated workflows and communication throughout the editorial campaign lifecycle. Mitigated scheduling conflicts for Ford's posting cadence, liaised with the Business Development team to reduce legal risks, and facilitated a high-touch partnership with Creatives from brief kickoff to content publishing. Collaborated with the development of project management workstreams that provide operational execution within the Ford Social Editorial team. I also partnered with the Delta Air Lines team to streamline the final phase of the Delta Open Air Gallery for the Miami Art Basel and the Delta SkyMiles Window Seat Shop at JFK Airport. RESULTS:• Collaborator in building traffic decks that enhance project processes and visibility of key milestones for publishing posts.

Portland, Oregon, United States

Worked closely with the Creative Directors to manage the project from inception to production delivery. Facilitated and led the project kickoff meeting, including the distribution of the creative brief(s) and key information to the team. Tracked and managed open communication across all agency disciplines including Creative, Design Studio, Production, Brand Management, Strategy, and Media, both in one-on-one and team-like environments for media campaigns and client pitches. Developed and managed the project schedule, detailing key deadlines for every phase of a project from creative development and production to media ship dates. Led internal weekly team status meetings, keeping internal project status report documents updated with the latest project information and acting as a central point of communication. Managed the project’s assets, concept presentation materials, revisions to the work, and final client decks. Collaborated with Resource Managers and Creative Directors to establish the right team(s) assigned for the creative development process and leveraged the necessary tools and people to deliver client expectations.CLIENTS SERVED:Major League Baseball, Corona, Modelo, Visa, TurboTax, Ford Motor Company, Delta Air Lines.

Portland, Oregon, United States

Worked closely with the Creative Director managing the consulting services for the HeART of Portland annual event, a Portland Public Schools K-12 arts showcase in partnership with the Portland Art Museum. Developed, implemented, and monitored day-to-day operational systems and processes that provided visibility into goals, progress, and obstacles for the project milestones. Mitigated risks with close attention to scope and budget creep.

Portland, Oregon, United States

In-house Producer overseeing the Partner Services division for This. agency. Provided account and project management for branding, strategy, marketing, and digital projects for the retail, hospitality, technology, healthcare, and sports industries. Responsible for managing the client and internal team(s) from kickoff to delivery. Managed scopes of work, project negotiation, schedules, and internal and client-facing project tracking. Served as billing and contracts lead, and point person for quality control with assets management to streamline a successful workflow for client satisfaction. Collaborator with process management and operational solutions. Oversaw traffic/resource allocation, including freelance staffing.RESULTS:• Collaborator with developing standard scoping and budget procedures that streamlined the agency’s project onboarding process, increased productivity, and enhanced profit growth. • Established internal workstream processes that supported project tracking and completing deadlines efficiently within the SOW.• Implemented project management best practices for clients to sustain internal momentum post-project deadline.CLIENTS SERVED:Rivian, Fox Racing, Teva, Nike, Elevate Outdoor Creative, Natural Selection Tour, H5 Events, Davidson Hospitality Group, The Athens Group, Mimecast.

Portland, Oregon, United States

Portland, Oregon, United States

Former Co-Chair, responsible for board meeting facilitation, working directly with the Executive Director and Staff to carry out operational duties, communications liaison between the organization and the public, and oversaw grievances, budgets, and grants. I was the Sunnyside Neighborhood Board of Directors Representative, a member of the Houselessness Action Committee (HAC), the Executive Committee, and the Board Development Committee.RESULTS:• Refined meeting facilitation that streamlined efficiency and punctual agenda management• Developed a more civil and engaged board by navigating focused meetings (28 Board of Directors / 5 Staff Members) • Leadership involvement with updating the organization's bylaws and processes • Oversaw grant approvals that impacted BIPOC community members and southeast nonprofit start-ups • Partnered in the launch of the Houselessness Action Committee (HAC)

Portland, Oregon, United States

Primary point-of-contact for the Portland studio, managing projects, setting milestones and deadlines, and overseeing bids, budgets, and billing responsibilities. Established best practice procedures that strengthened the efficiency of the studio team and better business execution with clients. Generated project briefs to deliver to clients along with planning, coordinating, and directing photo and digital teams to ensure the success of the project. Trained and collaborated with internal teams and partnering vendors on critical processes that enhanced RRD’s profit and growth.RESULTS:• Developed standard operating procedures that drove studio efficiency and strengthened partnerships by 75%.• Grew the studio business by 15% with top-level management and client relationships.CLIENTS SERVED:Ace Hardware, Tillamook County Creamery Association, ARB Corporation Ltd, Under Armour, Pendleton, Hanna Andersson, Pacific Seafood.

Portland, Oregon, United States

Portland, Oregon, United States

Established new sales opportunities by building relationships with technology managers and identifying clients’ pain points. Provided an efficient, high-touch approach to recruiting candidates by sourcing, resume evaluating, submitting, interviewing, and negotiating offers to fill staffing needs.

Portland, Oregon Area

Managed and developed new and existing partnerships to expand the brand’s reach on a national level within the apparel marketplace. Oversaw the onboarding process for new accounts to establish an inclusive and seamless introduction to the brand. Managed the workflow between cross-functional departments to mediate customer service expectations. Created, implemented, and managed budget control across the business for the wholesale channel. Established presentations to share with stakeholders mapping out the wholesale business and trajectory for growth. Developed operational systems to train on and delegate processes that drove efficacy. Delivered marketing assets for account’s needs and executed in-store, online, and social activations to generate opportunities to champion the brand’s reach. RESULTS:• Led wholesale sales growth to $1 million in the first year, grew the brand’s annual wholesale revenue by 22% in two years, managed roughly $2 million in three years, and exceeded yearly sales goal of 10% growth. • Grew account base by 56% in the first year, 70% in the second year, and 34% in the third year, managing the support for 515 accounts. Established partnerships with majors such as REI, Free People, and Von Maur.• Developed a KPI-driven reporting system informed by sell-through analysis and P&L data that led to a 10% increase in reporting accuracy on seasonal and YOY growth that established yearly department budgets.• Built RA and Swap-Out processes to optimize cross-functional decision-making between the Sales and Operations teams, recovering 8% in lost sales.• Merchandised category assortment to facilitate SKU positioning strategies for inventory optimization that developed the layout for a core collection.• Forecasted trends and demands for seasonal inventory with a 90% allocation success rate by establishing an ATS program to support healthy sell-throughs and generate new business.

Portland, Oregon Area

New York, Ny

Executed sales strategies for US and Canada territories while directing six account managers for six premium children’s brands: Versace, Little Marc Jacobs, Hugo Boss, Marie Chantal, Cabana Life, and Scotch & Soda. Strong relationships with buyers for majors and better boutiques across the nation. Onboarded and established brand recognition within the marketplace. Managed sales support, online training, and monthly motivational check-ins with reps to hit sales goals. Maintained exceptional rapport and served as the bridge between the showroom and represented brands to deliver profitable revenue and territory expansion.RESULTS:• Exceeded sales quotas up to 18% a season, beating 7% yearly growth expectations set by the showroom owner.• Recovered $20 thousand in lost revenue within the first year by improving damaged customer relationships with the showroom.• Led a team that increased the account list from 150 to 500 in 2 years which contributed to the YOY growth for all brands.• Managed merchandising strategies to determine future consumer needs and fill in the gaps in the marketplace that contributed to the 18% seasonal growth.• Oversaw delivery allocations and department store vendor guides with no chargeback fees.• Trained territory reps to work with the showroom POS system that helped recover 12% of order entering delays and close the gap on late orders to hit order deadlines.

New York, Ny

Joined Betsey Johnson’s design team for the filming of her reality T.V. show on the Style Network to help her daughter Lulu Johnson launch a vintage-inspired ready-to-wear collection. RESULTS:• Managed operations between brand and licensors; AHQ, Carrini.• Developed a collection and accessories assortment for brand launch to present to Lulu Johnson on episode eight.• Strategically problem solved for the brand and Network to deliver a strong narrative of Lulu’s journey of becoming a designer to capture the Network’s viewers.

Los Angeles, Ca

The bridge between the design, pattern makers, sample room, and sales team to bring to life seasonal collections. Managed design resources and cataloged data that supported the lead designer. Provided fit feedback in production meetings that assisted in the development of TOP samples.RESULTS:• Coordinated design room to strengthen the workflow of four different departments. • Designed women’s dresses and knits that generated high sales volume and reorders.• Lead color forecaster for print development.• Sketched flats and gave spec measurements for sample making.• Developed knitwear tech-packs for production.

Los Angeles, Ca

Assisted in design feedback to help the lead designer develop seasonal collections for the women’s contemporary market. Sourced and led vendor meetings with fabric suppliers. Main point of contact between the brand and manufacturer to make sure production deadlines were met. RESULTS:• Provided the design team an organized workflow process and support.• Discovered new fabric trends that grew seasonal sales revenue.• Offered forward-thinking strategies to resolve vendor setbacks.• Took initiative to self-direct and be the liaison between the brand and production contractors.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Design

Activities and Societies: Student Government President, Fashion Club Vice President, Alpha Beta Gamma Treasure.Graduate of the Colorado.

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