Milica Tepavac Email & Phone Number

Serbia

Worldwide

• Develop and implement strategic marketing and sales plans to achieve corporate objectives.• Plan and execute comprehensive marketing strategies for the organization and its products/services.• Manage the day-to-day activities of the marketing team, organizing a department of three people.• Provide leadership as part of the top management, contributing to the overall strategic direction.• Craft messaging, pitches, and campaigns across all media platforms, including newsletters, blogs, landing pages, business documents, executive summaries, business plans, strategic plans, and social media copy.• Social Media Management• Produce content for internal communication and communication with customers and stakeholders.• Oversee graphic design and video editing projects to ensure high-quality and engaging visual content.• Utilize design tools, software, and AI to create visually appealing marketing materials.• Implement marketing and brand strategies to ensure consistent messaging and brand representation.• Maintain website and landing page content for accuracy and effectiveness.• Manage the budget for digital and print media, ensuring cost-effective spending.• Analyze marketing performance metrics and provide regular reports to leadership for continuous improvement.• Identify revenue opportunities within the established client base and grow the marketing department.• Lead the development of marketing plans, working closely with clients, management, creative and content teams, and distribution partners.• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand representation.• Execute marketing campaigns from design to analysis and recommendation.• Organize and manage marketing and sales collateral, including digital assets and documentation.

Online

During this period, I embraced the freedom of freelancing while managing my own platform, Inner Alchemy Portal, which offered guided meditations, hypnosis sessions, printable artwork, and other creative resources. As the owner of the website and shop, I merged my skills in content creation, marketing, and artistry to provide unique offerings that connected with audiences on a profound level.This was also a time of significant growth and innovation. Witnessing the rise of AI, I enthusiastically adopted tools like ChatGPT and MidJourney, giving a modern touch to my traditional skills in writing, art creation, and content development. These tools allowed me to expand my creative capabilities, blending intuitive artistry with cutting-edge technology.Earning my license as a clinical hypnotherapist during this period further refined my approach to communication and copywriting. Understanding the power of symbolism and its ability to connect on a subconscious level became a cornerstone of my work, particularly in marketing and content creation.In addition to managing my shop and working with clients as a hypnotherapist, I collaborated with various clients as a freelancer. My projects spanned a range of disciplines, including:☛Scripting and Speechwriting: Crafting engaging narratives for videos, presentations, and events.☛Graphic Design: Designing visual assets tailored to each client’s unique brand.Copywriting: Creating compelling copy infused with symbolic resonance to captivate audiences.☛Video Editing: Producing polished video content for diverse platforms.☛Content Creation: Delivering innovative, multi-channel strategies that met client goals.This period honed my ability to seamlessly integrate creativity, strategy, and technology, equipping me with a versatile skill set. By blending modern tools with intuitive artistry, I transformed client visions into impactful content, expanding my expertise in communication, design, and marketing.

Serbia

Pioneering Artistic Child Photography on a Global StageWhen I became a mother, I envisioned a career that would allow me to work from home and be present for my child. At a time when the internet was flourishing, I saw an opportunity to blend my background in photography and marketing to create something unique—a platform that would connect photographers worldwide, celebrate their talent, and foster a supportive community. This vision became ChildPhotoCompetition.com (CPC), a groundbreaking project that redefined the genre of artistic child photography.At the time, child photography was an underappreciated art form. Inspired to change this, I built CPC into a global hub that highlighted the beauty and artistry of child photography. Through strategic branding, marketing, and community-building efforts, CPC quickly became a recognized name in the industry. It hosted 14 bi-annual black-and-white competitions, over 60 monthly portrait contests, and the popular weekly blog "Inspiring Monday," which showcased remarkable work from photographers around the world.Building CPC taught me the importance of community. Beyond social media and email marketing, it was the genuine relationships I cultivated with photographers and participants globally that kept the platform thriving for seven years. I managed content creation, authored PR materials, and executed marketing campaigns that drew attention from outlets like Huffington Post, Bored Panda, and Daily Mail. I also built and maintained WordPress websites, ensuring a seamless user experience while managing technical updates.CPC wasn’t just a platform; it was a movement that elevated child photography into a respected genre. It gave photographers a stage to gain recognition, win awards, and launch their careers. This journey honed my skills in community-building, strategic vision, content marketing, and public relations while solidifying my ability to merge creativity with business acumen to create a lasting impact.

Serbia, Usa

Photography has been a lifelong passion of mine, starting as a form of self-expression and exploration when I picked up my first camera at the age of 8. Over the years, this passion evolved into a professional career, and in 2007, I began dedicating my weekends to capturing the world through my lens.In January 2011, I moved to the United States, where I lived for almost three years and worked as a professional portrait photographer. During this time, I deepened my craft, collaborated with diverse clients, and refined my ability to create authentic, emotive images that resonated on a personal level.Specializing in boudoir photography, street photography, and portrait photography, I honed my craft by blending technical precision with a deep appreciation for the art of storytelling. My work was not just about capturing moments but about creating images that evoked emotion, reflected authenticity, and celebrated the beauty of human connection.Throughout my career, I was honored to receive numerous awards and have my work showcased in exhibitions, a testament to the dedication and creativity I brought to each project. Photography was not just a profession but an extension of how I saw and interacted with the world—a way to explore, express, and connect.

Belgrade, Serbia

• Developed and implemented comprehensive marketing strategies to promote company products and services, including conducting market research to identify target audiences, creating advertising campaigns, and managing brand image.• Established and maintained relationships with media outlets such as television, radio, and newspapers to secure advertising placements.• Designed print ads, brochures, and other promotional materials using Photoshop.• Wrote daily content for the company website, internal communications, business letters, and PR articles for various automotive industry magazines.• Managed the sales force by developing sales strategies, training sales representatives, and tracking sales performance.• Organized and attended trade shows and events to promote company products.• Executed marketing campaigns across traditional marketing channels, including outdoor media, print media, TV, and radio, while managing brand image.• Managed marketing campaign budgets, analyzed advertising returns, and provided weekly reports to upper management in Vienna, Austria.• Organized numerous in-store events to promote Samsung products and increase sales.• Coordinated events targeted at journalists and business partners to foster long-term business relationships.• Collaborated with the team to devise innovative methods for promoting new Samsung products.

Novi Sad, Vojvodina, Serbia

• Planned, organized, and executed successful events, including conferences, meetings, trade shows, and large-scale gatherings.• Oversaw all aspects of event management, from coordinating logistics to managing budgets, marketing, and public relations, ensuring smooth execution from start to finish.• Collaborated continuously with a team of professionals, including vendors, contractors, and event staff, to create memorable events that met or exceeded expectations.• Managed event budgets by negotiating vendor contracts, managing expenses, and maintaining accurate financial records.• Developed and executed event marketing and public relations campaigns, including creating promotional materials, managing social media campaigns, and coordinating media outreach.• Stayed current with industry trends and best practices by attending relevant conferences and networking with other event professionals.• Created and managed content for the company website and other marketing channels, including email marketing, paid advertising, and events.• Designed visually appealing materials that effectively communicated the company's message and brand identity.• Presented design ideas to the marketing team and other stakeholders for feedback and approval.• Provided weekly reports to the Exxon Mobile Head Office in Zagreb, Croatia.

Novi Sad, Vojvodina, Serbia

- Developed and executed comprehensive marketing plans to support business objectives, including brand awareness, customer acquisition, and retention- Conducted market research and analysis to identify new opportunities for growth and differentiation.- Developed and managed budgets for marketing programs, ensuring ROI targets are met or exceeded.- Created and manage content for the company website, and other marketing channels, including email marketing, paid advertising, and events.- Media buying (print, TV and outdoor media)- Built and maintained relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and influencers.- Monitored and reported on marketing campaign performance, providing regular updates to the leadership team.- Was in charge for export of Minaqua water to 7 countries and media TV outdoor and print campaigns in those countries.Continuously evaluated and optimize marketing efforts to maximize effectiveness and drive business results.- Graphic design of promo material, and advertisements for outdoor and print media.- With the rest of the marketing team organized 2 years in a row International Chess Games in Novi Sad for 7-14 years old kids

Belgrade, Serbia