Graphic Designer / Pr & Communications Coordinator
Wrote copy for various internal and external audiences (articles, product descriptions, letters, advertisements, corporate policies, press releases). Managed and optimized internal communication channels (website and newsletter), and maintained corporate social media accounts.Proactively monitored the results of advertising initiatives. Led the production of direct marketing material for major sales campaigns. Produced creative concepts for print, web and television. Conceived set designs and coordinated photo shoots. Collaborated with international subsidiaries to ensure brand consistency throughout all marketing channels (Europe, Canada, USA).Attended Trade Shows to maintain media relations.Planned, promoted and led the organization of corporate events and activities for employees. Communicated directly with clients to provide assistance with marketing needs.Worked directly with President and Directors to establish agendas for various meetings and focus group sessions. Recorded meeting minutes and communicated essential information (decisions and assigned tasks) to attendees. Developed, executed, and analyzed the results of upward communication to help increase employee engagement.Provided support/training to employees on an individual or a group basis as needed (Mac OS X, Windows, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, IBM Lotus Notes).