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Manages all social media and brand reputation initiatives for SAAF.Curates and conceptualizes social media strategy with team.Manages department annual budget through audits and expense reporting.Cultivates new annual donors by networking and promotion within community.Building relationships with current donors through active engagement and social mixers.Routinely audits and manages CRM donor databases such as Network for Good, GiveLively, and Eventbrite.Develops and implements specials events throughout the year such as Run & Walk for AIDS and official Fiesta event WEBB Party along with other fundraisers.Actively meets with new clients in the community to build relationships and rapport for sustainability. Updates WordPress website with organizational updates, career opportunities, and coding.Oversees volunteer initiative with Communications Coordinator to plan out needs for events and organization. Manages grant database and monitors for new opportunities for potential funding.

Responsible for social media planning on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.Created new donor level websites for annual giving.Developed and implemented a new text-to-give platform for online donations through GiveLively.Planned out annual events such as Run & Walk for AIDS and Fiesta WEBB Party.Conceptualized and rendered new logos and graphics for various projects including Run & Walk for AIDS, STAY SAAF, and Circle of Hope.Maintained expenditure report for event fundraising.Cultivated new annual donors by networking and promotion.Routinely audits donor databases such as Kindful, Classy, GiveLively, and Eventbrite.Coordinates printing of marketing materials.Updates community calendars for special events.Writes and distributes mailings such as general thank you letters, RRC call-to-action letters, sponsorship thank you letters, end-of-year tax letters, and special event invites through email and print.Oversees Mailchimp email campaigning for event updates, SAAF quarterly newsletter, and special event announcements. Designs sponsorship packets for special events.Responsible for monthly key indicator reporting that spotlights social media analytics, donor contributions, news, media, and volunteer hours.Works with other departments on SAAF branding for brochures, infographics, fact sheets, and other media related needs. Developed and implemented a new volunteer sign up process securing over 500 active volunteers through email campaigning, website, and front desk registration.Developed volunteer initiative through Golden a website that allows volunteers to choose volunteer activity and track hours. Works with departments on volunteer needs. Works with different businesses on volunteer initiatives including Accenture, Wells Fargo, Kohl's, Chase Bank, Trinity University, and UIW for special events. Routinely updates SAAF's website by implementing updates, design changes, operational updates, and fundraising.

San Antonio, Texas

Stabilized occupancy by providing mass marketing initiatives that outreached to the inner city area of San Antonio. Developed monthly marketing campaigns that secured new clientele through social media outlets and resident referrals. Trained new employees on the leasing structure and procedures.Created virtual tours of available floor plans to draw in online traffic to secure occupancy.

San Antonio, Texas Area

Generated annual marketing plan focused on trends in the market.Secured occupancy by leasing to new prospects through prequalifying and fair housing standards. Trained new employees on policies and procedures.

Planned special events including Run & Walk for AIDS that raised more than $105,000.Designed marketing materials such as letterhead, direct mail, t-shirts, posters, and wrote letters on behalf of the CEO and ran targeted social media and email campaigns.Partnered with local businesses to secure sponsorships and partnerships.

Merchandised new product by utilizing knowledge of the company’s standards.Trained new employees on customer service, system software, and company policies. Oversaw expenditures and budgets while exceeding daily sales goals for men's department.

Processed and merchandised product according to company standards.Outreached by means of social media and relationship building with clients. Proven leadership skills; acted as department lead when manager was not present.Processed payroll in a timely and efficient manner. Communicated and collaborated with upper management by providing daily updates.

Established clientele by building relationships.Processed and displayed new inventory according to the company standards.Provided excellent customer service via social media and telephone.Personally styled clientele by utilizing knowledge of current trends and styles to fit each customer’s needs.“Top Seller” in the Rail department multiple times throughout employment.

Received green rating on credit card conversion rates, and speed of service.Provided excellent customer service to a diverse clientele. Trained new employees, teaching them the skills needed to work efficiently and effectively.Recognized as “Top Performer”.

Bachelors Of Communication/ Minor In Sociology, Public Relations

Bachelor'S Degree, Communication, General