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Iowa City, Iowa, United States

• Effectively collaborate with CLAS MarCom and Office of Performing Arts and Engagement staff to promote University of Iowa performing arts events and programs• Develop and implement effective marketing and communication strategies and plans for performing arts units and programs• Produce stories and articles about the performing arts units in support of recruitment, marketing, and public relations goals• Manage social media channels for performing arts units • Support student recruitment through the design and development of marketing and communications materials for music, theatre, and dance• Support alumni engagement and advancement in the performing arts units through effective communications and outreach efforts• Engage local media organizations and community entities or partners in the promotion of UI performing arts initiatives • Supervise student employees and/or staff as needed in the execution of these duties• Effectively communicate with performing arts faculty, staff, and students in the course of this work • Utilize metrics and key performance indicators in these efforts to assess, learn, and improve

Iowa City-Cedar Rapids Area

Iowa City, Iowa Area

Marketing and promotion of the School of Social Work's undergraduate and graduate programs which includes the on-campus, satellite, and online programs. Developing and organizing continuing-education programs and alumni in-service programs, along with managing the operation of the School's living-learning lab, Wild Bill's Coffee Shop.Service / Awards / Training:-University Diversity Catalyst Seed Grant awardee, November 2021-University of Iowa Mary Jo Small Staff Fellowship Award, March 2021-Campus-wide UI Inclusive Marketing Guide work group (initiated February 2021)-University of Iowa Council on Disabilities Awareness, Public Relations Chair-UI Obermann Center for Advanced Studies - Working Group on Modes and Models of Facilitation-BUILD Certificate - A training series to gain strategic knowledge and skills to contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.-Safe Zone Certificate - Learning about inclusion, affirmation, and support to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people in the university community-Member of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee-Elected to CLAS Staff Council, 2 terms-Chair, Communications Committee for CLAS Staff Council-Member, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee for CLAS Staff Council-Supervising Today's Students training series-SPOT Performance Award for extra-meritorious performance, May 2020 and October 2020-UI Inclusive Marketing Guide work group

Iowa City, Iowa Area

Mission Creek is dedicated to delivering a riveting 6-day artistic experience for our community that builds on the cultural geography and capital of downtown Iowa City. Programming focuses on music performances, literary readings, film screenings, public lectures, local food culture, and educational outreach. Nestled in the heart of downtown Iowa City, with most venues within a five minute walk of each other, Mission Creek thrives on intimacy and cross-medium experiences, turning music lovers onto new literature, writers onto new music, and expanding appreciation of arts, community, and culture. Our focus is on quality, independent-minded sounds, words, and events. We are keen on emerging artists and embrace renegade spirits who have been around for years. Intimacy is integral to the Mission Creek experience: Our smallest festival venue fits 50 people and our largest holds 1800; but most rooms are in the 200-300 capacity range, allowing for visceral connections between artists and audience. More info at missioncreekfestival.com.

Iowa City, Ia

The mission of New Mile Media Arts is to educate and inspire through the presentation of unique stories of common people in uncommon situations through film and educational presentations.

Creates and executes a development plan with direction from the executive director. Increases organizational revenue through existing relationships and creates new revenue opportunities by focusing on events, major gifts, individual gifts, corporate and foundation support.

Iowa City, Iowa Area

Develops and coordinates the annual giving portion of the comprehensive fundraising programs for the University of Iowa’s faculty and staff, including main campus and healthcare campus. Partners with diverse campus volunteers, key campus leaders, and UIF staff to plan, create, schedule, and evaluate productive, high-quality, cost-effective annual fund solicitation packages. Provides training and support to campus volunteers to coordinate campus events and unit promotions with a central campaign brand. Monitors response rates and reports regularly to key campus stakeholders.

Iowa City, Coralville, And Cedar Rapids, Ia

The board represents the member-owners in ensuring the long-term success of the Co-op. We are elected to be the voice of our member-owners, and are charged with steering long-term strategy based on the needs, values, and collective opinions of the member-owners--as well as the sustainability and success of the Co-op as a collectively owned business. The day-to-day management of the business is the responsibility of our very competent staff and management, but the board’s function is to articulate a vision that serves Co-op members and staff along with our community, while also making responsible strategic business decisions to maintain and expand upon our financial success.

Bachelor Of Arts, English

English, Communications

Diploma, General

Professional Certificate, Graphic Design