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Monrovia, California, United States

I oversee all external and internal marketing efforts for the San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership. As the director of marketing and communications, I am responsible for strategically promoting the San Gabriel Valley as well as the Partnership.

Experienced web editor with a focus on user experience and outreach.- Provide creation and development of websites.- Advise on user interface, graphic design, and user forums.- Assist in outreach for increased visibility.- Excellent writing skills for developing content.- Experience with academic, small business, and nonprofit websites.- Video editing.Seasoned writer/editor.- Quick, polished, dynamic writing style.- Editing, copyediting, and proofreading.- Document formatting and graphic design.- Experience with academic writing, evaluation reports, and nonprofit/small business outreach communications.Marketing designer.- Create print and digital ads.- Quick, responsive, and creative.- Clean, clear style.Event creation and marketing experience.- Organized countless academic and professional association events.- Managed many international conferences and events; extremely sensitive to the concerns of guests and the local environment.- Conduct low- to no-cost marketing to raise event profile and capitalize on organization's strengths for future events.

Washington, D.C. And Claremont, Ca

On behalf of EnCompass and Claremont Graduate University, I oversaw the development and marketing of The Evaluators' Institute programs on both the east and west coast.• Created and managed all outreach for The Evaluators’ Institute (TEI), a training institute for evaluation professionals from the public and private sectors• Managed social networking feeds (Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook) • Maintained TEI website (tei.cgu.edu)• Redesigned and modernized TEI website with improved dynamic visuals, mobile utility, and ADA compliance• Built network for marketing of future programs through listservs, social networking, and other creative methods• Implemented logistics for January 2017 conference in Claremont, CA• Managed 2017 Claremont Graduate University Professional Development Workshops in Evaluation and Applied Research Methods • Oversaw all logistics and outreach for complex matrix of professional trainings, featuring leading presenters in the field • Managed teams of staff and volunteer workers • Coordinated 1,000+ audience member webcasts across the globe• Launched viral campaign for panel discussion on accountability across federal administrations • Edited, close captioned, and publicized video of federal panel and the public’s reaction • Managed and executed live-tweet event to increase audience engagement• Edited numerous training documents for federal and nonprofit organizations

Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

The Fountains is an all-in-one international community center in Guangzhou, China, including a multi-purpose conference center and entertainment facilities (full catering, sports grounds, gardens, a movie theater, an English-language library, and 47-person guest house).October 2011-July 2016:--Produced and managed events including sold-out international conferences, concerts, and retreats.--Created marketing materials for various public events and outreach projects.June-December 2013:--Primary client manager for clients from America, Europe, Africa, and non-Chinese-speaking Asia.--Quality management for boutique-scale Guest House rental space and conference center.--Managed a team of local event managers, kitchen staff, hospitality workers, and groundskeepers, many of whom did not speak English.

Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

I taught Chinese undergraduate English majors courses on English and American literature, and courses in academic and business writing. In close partnership with Chinese colleagues, I have helped redesign course curricula to create co-taught, bi-cultural courses.In 2011, I rewrote and redesigned our international marketing materials and expanded the university's web presence. I also contributed to the department by coaching students for province-wide language competitions and frequently judged language competitions at the local and provincial level.http://www.zhku.edu.cn/

Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

I provide public relations and client support for U.S.-based international architecture firm. I have represented the firm in on-site visits to potential large-scale development sites in various regions of China.

Guangzhou, Guangdong, China

- Wrote and edited articles about local (Chinese) and international music scenes for a bilingual arts and culture magazine focused on the Pearl River Delta region- Interviewed both prominent and up-and-coming musicians- Responsible for finding leads and polishing music articles for publication- Transformed nostalgia-heavy, expat-centered music section into magazine's most cutting-edge department, aimed at both Chinese and Western audiences

As Director of External Affairs, I oversaw the public profile of a graduate school offering Master's and Doctoral degree programs in Applied Psychology and Evaluation, as well as a Certificate of Advanced Study in Evaluation.--Acted as the public face of the school for interactions with high-profile partners, the Board of Advisors, alumni, other schools, and any other external contacts as needed.--Helped launch an Evaluation and Applied Research doctoral program and a Certificate in Advanced Study in Evaluation.--Helped launch the world's first doctoral program in Positive Psychology.--Organized numerous conferences and symposia for international (and online) audiences, featuring many of the major names in Psychology, Evaluation Science, and Applied Research.--Assisted the school's faculty, students, and alumni with publicity for their research and publications.--Designed and managed a (very successful) recruiting program.--Designed and managed the school website and online outreach programs.2002-2006: Program Coordinator2002-2004: Budget Officer2006-2011: Director of External Affairs

Torrance, California

Under supervision of Regional Director, oversaw quality of instruction for Bachelor's and Master's programs in Business and Information Technology at satellite campus for School of Business.--Supported full-time faculty from University of Redlands main campus.--Recruited and supported adjunct faculty. Entrusted with selection of adjuncts based on quality of instruction.--Processed course evaluations.--Selected by Dean to serve on reorganization committee for School of Business.

Seoul, Korea

Taught language classes (conversation, grammar, writing, and culture) at Korean English-language institute.

Strasbourg, France

Assisted the integration of American undergraduate students into the French university system for a one- or two-semester period abroad.--Cultural orientation sessions--Visa processing--Organization and leadership of cultural tours (Alsace, Paris, and Provence regions)--Transcript processing--Student counseling and support--Clerical duties

M.A., English

Focused on: James Joyce, Early Modern theater, and the connections between Gothic and Romanticism.

Ba, French

Activities and Societies: Theater, French Club, Study Abroad (BCA) --Active member of theater department. Acted regularly in university.