As a Product Marketing Specialist, my role is focused on developing and executing effective strategies to promote our products. I work closely with cross-functional teams to gather market insights and analyze customer needs, allowing me to position our products effectively. I create compelling product messaging and collateral materials, such as product descriptions, presentations, and sales tools, to communicate the value and unique selling points of our offerings. Additionally, I conduct market research to identify target audiences, monitor market trends, and assess competition. Collaborating with the sales team, I provide them with the necessary training and support to ensure they are equipped with the right knowledge and tools to effectively sell our products. Overall, my goal is to drive product awareness, generate demand, and contribute to the overall success of our product lines.In addition to my responsibilities in driving product marketing and supporting sales efforts, I have also been a member of the social media team. As part of this role, I have contributed to managing and maintaining the company's social media presence, engaging with customers, and creating compelling content to enhance brand awareness and foster customer engagement.

LulzBot is the largest 3D printer manufacturer in the United States. As Creative Director, I was responsible for defining and ensuring LulzBot's brand vision, which included product packaging and documentation, websites, videos, and copywriting. Ensure project deadlines are met by mentoring, motivating, and supervising the creative team to create short and long-term project schedules. Based on a comprehensive understanding of the creative process, identify and communicate great copy, design, and messaging for the LulzBot brand. A key player in the acquisition and relocation of LulzBot assets to Fargo, ND, as well as the establishment of new manufacturing facilities.

As the Former 3D-Fuel Plant Manager and one of the company Cofounders, I helped build and organize the production area and processes. During my time with the company, I oversaw material development planning, scheduling, and processing operations. I operated filament extrusion equipment, ensured efficient production, and maintained high-quality finished materials. I recorded and analyzed quality data, communicating results to the operations staff.Key Responsibilities:- Planned and scheduled material development, optimizing production efficiency.- Operated filament extrusion equipment and troubleshoot technical issues.- Maintained quality control by recording and analyzing data for process improvement.- Developed and updated filament extrusion procedures and maintained equipment.- Managed production schedules and supervised staff.- Assisted with graphic design, labeling, packaging, and mascot design.This description is not exhaustive. Additional tasks may have been performed to meet organizational needs.

Assisted in the founding of a startup that focused on bringing early 3D printing to the region. Participated in all aspects of business development from operations, to market research and marketing. Provided input on the company's vision, goals, and objectives. Trained new employees. Built and maintained professional relationships with partners. Helped grow the company from an idea to the core of a larger 3D printing business ecosystem in the Fargo area within 5 years.

Manage wide format Seiko Infotech printers, Onyx and Fiery RIP software. Print on a variety of materials including MCVP, Arlon, Backlit and banner. Trim all signage to designated size. Perform general printer maintenance on wide format printers. Mount printed signage to appropriate backer materials. Trim, mount, weed, and apply cut vinyl. Package, protect and ship all finished printed materials to correct locations.

Rapid prototyping of printed material. Design and print collateral within deadlines set including catalogs, booklets, brochures, and web graphics. Manage design workflow, attain price quotes from printing vendors, manage in-house print shop workflow, maintain in-house equipment, estimate material delivery times, inspect proofs for accuracy, product photography, image processing, and photo manipulation.

Help launch an innovative project at MELD Workshop to offer a range of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) and Maker programs to middle and high school youth.Provide insight and input into the overall Makerspace curriculum and program design using robotics, electronics, engineering, 3D printing, and other technologies to encourage youth.Organize and facilitate events, classes, or other activities to promote interest in the STEAM/Makerspace movement for youth in the Fargo-Moorhead area. Support and guide students as they learn to utilize the Makerspace resources. Coordinate program logistics (e.g. supplies, room set-up, etc.). Administer assessments and collect feedback from students and parents.

Work with small and medium size businesses to fulfill print and website needs. Design business cards, flyers, brochures, and packaging using Adobe Creative Suite. Built customer base primarily through referrals.

Off road motorcycle and accessory sales and customer service for Gas Gas and Husaberg brand motorcycles. Set up vendor accounts, order parts, and accessories. Create corporate identity, signage, forms, and sales material. Set up and work trade show displays. Attend annual dealer meetings.

Assist the Operations Manager in the press room, bindery, digital center, shipping/receiving, purchasing, and job scheduling areas of the print shop. Work in the bindery using several pieces of equipment: folding, padding, tabbing, cutting, and other tasks, as required.

Provide scheduled pick up and delivery to customers while using the most safe and efficient delivery routes. Ensure all delivery material received is safely delivered to correct consignee. Deliver pharmaceuticals, Federal Reserve bank bundles, general interoffice documents, and packages to over 60 locations on a daily 350 mile route. Ensure customer satisfaction and relay any concerns to management.

Responsible for daily broadcast logs: input advertising contracts, replace unresolved exceptions, and manipulate commercial spots to maintain separation of similar products. As the Music Director Assistant: Assist Music Director in creating new and recurrent music rotation. Help decide new adds and update music library weekly. Attend all management and general staff meetings.