Elizabeth Duchene Email & Phone Number

West Des Moines, IA, US

• Produced content for top brands like HGTV, Better Homes & Gardens, and Bed, Bath & Beyond.Key highlights:
• Published 300+ pieces across ecommerce and marketing platforms.
• On-camera talent for 75+ projects, handling styling, scripting, and storyboarding.
• Produced video content for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, enhancing audience engagement.
• Conducted SEO-driven product reviews, boosting visibility and sales.
• Managed 100+ projects using CMS, ensuring smooth content uploads.

• Key Highlights:
• Developed 12 interactive courses.
• Integrated LMS platforms (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle).
• Produced hundreds of multimedia lectures.
• Hosted industry guest speakers, including Disney and iHeart Media.I teach at three colleges and universities:🎓 University of Iowa – MA in Strategic CommunicationCourses: Digital Strategic Communication, Strategic.

• 14 years in the industry, running a Midwest-based influencer marketing agency with 120+ influencers across cities like Chicago, Des Moines, and Minneapolis.Key achievements:
• Launched to address influencer marketing gaps.
• Partnered with AMA to set industry standards based on metrics.
• $500K in sales, 150% growth rate YOY.
• Expanded to 5 states, 400% client growth, 90% retention.
• Signed 120+ influencers, boosting campaign engagement by 60%.

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

• Specialized in representing clients in the arts, restaurant industry, and entertainment sectors.Key Highlights:
• Secured media placements, including features and interviews.
• Cultivated strong relationships with media, influencers, and stakeholders.
• Developed tailored PR strategies for clients.
• Planned five high-stakes PR crises.Client Samples:Tainted Dreams (Amazon Prime, Emmy-Nominated)
• Launched Midwest media tour for Emmy nomination.

• Promoted from instructor to Director of Education at Barbizon Modeling & Talent Agency, Des Moines.Key Highlights:
• Taught girls ages 8-18 industry standards in modeling and acting.
• Developed confidence-building skills, public speaking, resume writing, and interview techniques.
• Instructed on runway, photo movement, nutrition, grooming, and self-confidence.
• Led acting classes focused on auditioning, on-camera techniques, commercial acting, and improvisation.Curriculum included personal, modeling, and acting development, helping students safely navigate modeling and acting.

Des Moines, Iowa Area

• Key highlights:
• Conducted trend research in fashion and design, leading to the successful execution of three major photoshoot campaigns.
• Collaborated with photographers, stylists, and creatives to maximize visual content engagement.
• Wrote and edited copy for print magazines, e-newsletters, and specialty publications, including Catch Des Moines, Inclusion, and ia magazine.
• Developed and managed editorial calendars and content strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Created and scheduled engaging digital content, maintaining a consistent posting schedule across platforms.

Des Moines, Iowa Area

• Key highlights:
• Managed the biannual "Best of the Midwest" title alongside a monthly print magazine, emphasizing regional travel, culture, food, and lifestyle.
• Specialized in crafting engaging two- and three-day itineraries showcasing top hotels, restaurants, and local attractions.
• Established and optimized workflows for creating, editing, and publishing content, maintaining adherence to the production calendar for on-time issue delivery.
• Collaborated with editors, the art director, photographers, and freelance writers nationwide to ensure cohesive editorial and creative elements.
• Edited freelance stories, conducting fact-checking and copyfitting to uphold high journalistic standards in hotel and restaurant reviews.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Key highlights:
• Led the planning and execution of high-profile fashion shows and runway events for major department stores and luxury brands, including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy's, Chanel, Naeem Khan, and Diane.
• Successfully managed up to 20 events annually, creating memorable experiences and achieving a 95% client satisfaction rate.
• Secured bookings and negotiated contracts with artists, musicians, DJs, dancers, and other talent to enhance event entertainment.
• Trained and managed a team of 20+ staff members, including event coordinators, production assistants, and support personnel, ensuring smooth event operations.
• Collaborated closely with fashion designers, models, stylists, and production teams to deliver cohesive and high-quality events.

Greater New York City Area

• Key highlights:
• Promoted from assistant to junior booker, managing division logistics for one of the world's top five men's modeling divisions and overseeing operations for 60+ talents.
• Identified and recruited new talent with a focus on diversity, expanding the division’s roster and promoting inclusive representation within the industry.
• Wrote and managed engaging blog content, increasing traffic by 40% and improving brand visibility within the industry.
• Photographed "Polaroids" of talent, managed tears from major international publications, and designed comp cards, enhancing visual portfolios and organized layouts.
• Built and maintained strong relationships with international agencies and mother agencies, fostering trust and securing high-profile opportunities for talents.

New York, New York, United States

• Key Highlights:
• Developed and executed sales strategies, achieving a 95% success rate in closing profitable projects. Consistently exceeded sales targets and built long-term client relationships.
• Oversaw a portfolio of 100+ accounts, maintaining high client satisfaction and retention rates.
• Booked, hired, and trained a team of 170+ employees for event management roles, enhancing team efficiency and event execution through targeted training programs.
• Handled accounts receivable/accounts payable, drafted and maintained budgets, and negotiated contracts. Achieved cost savings of 12% through effective budgeting and negotiation.
• Produced 120+ high-profile shows, including:--Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week--BET Rip the Runway--Victoria's Secret Fashion Show--The Thurgood Marshall College Fund Fashion Show--Ebony Fashion Fair

Master'S Degree, Communications, Emphasis In Public Relations

Activities and Societies: -Vice President of Communications for the Public Relations Student Society of America. -HONORS: Recipient of.

Entrepreneurial And Small Business Operations, Second Place Of 33

The University of Iowa’s John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center (Iowa JPEC) is committed to being a leader in teaching and supporting both.

Bachelor Of Arts, French (Emphasis In Business), Textiles And Apparel

Activities and Societies: -Successfully completed 11 internships in marketing, sales, events, and journalism including Barmuda Corporation.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Communication And Media Studies

Activities and Societies: Public Relations Student Society of America