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San Diego, California, United States

Drove growth and performance marketing for one of a private equity enterprise’s largest brands, optimizing a $6 million annual budget to expand market share and accelerate revenue. Cut digital agency fees by 85% and delivered a 21% increase in unique leads, a 37.5% rise in conversions, and a 62.8% boost in revenue through Paid Search. Diversified lead sources with Lead Aggregates, achieving a rise in conversions and adding $836,442 in top-line revenue. Elevated organic SEO score from 68 to 95 and drove localized search dominance. Replaced discount-driven promotions with productized service bundles, increasing average ticket sales by over 50%. Lifecycle Retargeting and omni-channel strategies amplified by secure predictive AI models drove a 29% increase in digital demand generation and a 45% rise in revenue.

San Diego, California, United States

Established and nurtured product partnership relationships while spearheading high-impact growth marketing and lifecycle strategies across a diverse range of industries, including SaaS, finance, real estate, and renewable energy sectors. Managed budget allocation and closely monitored the performance of various marketing channels, including Paid Media, Influencer marketing, Affiliate programs, Email and SMS campaigns, Brand Campaigns, Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising, Podcasts, and more. Played a pivotal role in the successful launch of new sales channels, such as Amazon and B2B, driving business expansion and diversification.

San Diego County, California, United States

I orchestrated the launch and development of mobile device protection accessories in collaboration with Apple Education and STM Goods, encompassing compelling marketing campaigns, brand identity shaping, and social media strategies. Concurrently, I managed product positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies, all of which were reinforced by fostering cross-functional collaboration.These initiatives seamlessly encompassed our e-commerce platform, Amazon Seller, and Instagram.

Greater San Diego Area

In my role as a Digital Content Manager, I led the Video Department's dynamic operations and spearheaded the establishment of a state-of-the-art 5,000 square foot video studio, enabling seamless livestreaming of training sessions to Real Estate professionals across North America. Notably, I played a significant role in key projects, such as the acclaimed "Pathway to Mastery'' training program and initiated a video podcast for the "Brian Buffini Podcast," strategically distributing content across major platforms.Managing a team of 17 professionals, I fostered cross-functional synergy, collaborated with various departments, and executed live event broadcasts, and backstage production during LIVE convention seminars.Through strategic leadership and meticulous project coordination, my tenure exemplified innovative content strategies that resonate and elevate brand recognition.The number–one Coaching and training company in North America, Buffini & Company equips real estate, lending, and service industry professionals with tools to dramatically increase business while living a balanced life.

Los Angeles, California, United States

As the Content Partnership Manager at Mind Over Eye, a division of Motor Trend Group, I spearheaded the expansion of our brand's content reach, orchestrating strategic initiatives to transition to on-demand content and syndications. This included securing syndicated content partnerships with esteemed streaming platforms like Amazon Prime, Netflix, and YouTubeTV, amplifying our brand's visibility and resonance across diverse audiences. Notably, I played an integral role in the groundbreaking launch of Motor Trend OnDemand, solidifying the first SVOD service tailored for automotive enthusiasts.

Los Angeles, California, United States

As a pivotal contributor at Motor Trend Group: A Discovery Communications Company, a leader in automotive enthusiast content, I elevated recognition for Motor Trend, a flagship brand, through adept content marketing. My role included orchestrating branded content creation, seamlessly navigating ideation, production, and publishing. Notably, I strategically launched original content on Motor Trend's YouTube channel, propelling it to the platform's highest viewership for automotive content, resulting in a six-month surge from 31,000 to 1 million channel subscriptions.

Los Angeles, California, United States

In my capacity as a Video Producer at StudioTEN, a division of Motor Trend: A Discovery Communications Company, my core responsibility revolved around crafting product integration content for print magazine websites and strategizing social media campaigns. I was entrusted with driving brand visibility and engagement for an impressive portfolio, encompassing 22 out of 60 automotive enthusiast brands. Pioneering an organic growth approach, I was one of two individuals handpicked to usher in video content, thereby enabling the monetization of digital advertising on magazine brand websites. Notably, this transformative initiative took place during TEN's rebranding phase from Source Interlink Media, a successor to Prime Media/Peterson Publishing. My contributions have been instrumental in propelling TEN's evolution within the digital landscape.

San Diego

In my role as a Marketing Department Specialist, I orchestrated a range of accomplishments that enriched our marketing endeavors. I expertly curated visual experiences by creating and resizing images, optimizing both online and print marketing materials. My design skills extended to crafting wireframes and compositions for real estate agent landing pages, enhancing user engagement.Driven by my commitment to innovation, I seamlessly integrated cutting-edge art and graphic design technologies, including walk score, rate my neighborhood, and the iHomefinder API property search, enriching our offerings. My technical acumen shone as I resolved page performance issues, optimized SEO, addressed code incompatibilities, and ensured seamless web functionality.

Poway, California

As an accomplished e-commerce Front End Web Developer at SKG Motorsports, my proficiency spanned critical areas of website development. I adeptly employed responsive web design techniques to ensure seamless performance across various devices, while also ensuring cross-browser compatibility for consistent experiences across Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. My skill set encompasses various facets, including translating design mockups into interactive, responsive web pages using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Furthermore, I initiated performance optimization strategies, effectively minimizing loading times, reducing HTTPS requests, and optimizing media elements to elevate user experiences and enhance SEO rankings. These contributions significantly enhance the creation of captivating, user-centric, high-performance, secure e-commerce website.

National City, Ca

Primary responsibilities focused on auction bidder purchasing with dealer lease returns, and default automotive loans from the Manheim Auction and Odesa auction. Scotts Garage was a small automotive broker that operated with Positive Image Motorsports in San Diego. Dealer aftermarket performance installation and upselling custom vehicles. Scotts Garage was known for their high-quality, performance vehicles that they sold at a fraction of the cost of the competition.

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Business, Management, Marketing, And Film Television New Media

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Radio, Television, And Digital Communication