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Norwalk, Connecticut, Us

• Resolve talent acquisition challenges for agencies and brands, catering to their full-time staffing and talent requirements, including new positions, backfills, reorganizations, managing through both The Great Resignation as well as the Tech Layoffs, and more.•Collaborate with Business Development Managers to conduct client discovery and job intake video meetings, offering consultation and brainstorming sessions to deliver the best talent solutions for their specific needs.• Provide comprehensive guidance to both clients and candidates on current market trends, competitive salary ranges, strategies to remain competitive in any given market, and industry best practices.• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for full-time positions in advertising, marketing, creative/design, and digital marketing professions, partnering with agencies and organizations seeking top-notch talent.• Identify potential talent matches for other open roles within our client base, exploring additional opportunities that align with candidates' skills and aspirations.• Utilize various platforms for Vendor Management System (VMS) talent submissions, ensuring compliance with specific agreements and guidelines.• Conduct quality checks with recently placed candidates, ensuring they receive proper onboarding and support for a seamless transition into their new positions.• Utilize software and platforms such as Bullhorn, LinkedIn Recruiter, various VMS and ATS platforms (Greenhouse, Paycor, etc.), as well as specialized job boards to streamline and optimize talent acquisition processes.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

• Helped manage the Nashville office (team of 5 people) and market in the areas of revenue, team leadership, forecasting, leveraging marketing insights, talent evaluation, negotiations, as well as all things COVID related during 2020 (remote working transitions, technology changes, reduction in force, etc.).• Established metrics and growth targets for market + accounts, candidate placement, fill rates, margin, bill rates, and placement fees.• Partnered with our Account Executives in regards to intake video meetings with clients, consulting with clients, and brainstorming with them on delivery.• Full cycle recruitment - Connected advertising, marketing, creative, and digital marketing professionals with agencies and other companies seeking talent on a full-time, freelance, or contract to hire basis (including but not limited to UX, eCommerce, Digital Strategy, SEO, Paid Search, Social Media, Copywriting, Creative / Art Direction, Marketing Automation, Development, Project Management, Product, Video, Visual Design, Motion, Marketing, Account, Web Development, Branding, Marketing Leadership, etc.).• Filled jobs for all client types ranging from SMB to Enterprise / Fortune.• Used various platforms for VMS talent submissions when needed, while staying in line within any specific agreements.• Conducted quality checks with recently placed candidates to assure they have received proper onboarding in their new position; project manage for a smooth process.• The office I helped start for Creative Circle was Phoenix as a new market in 2014, and I transferred to a new office in the Nashville area in 2018.• Software / Platforms used included custom ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, various VMS sites, popular / specialized job boards, along with coordinating with other parties and partners on drug screening and background checks.• Success by the numbers: over 75K freelance / contractor hours billed, over $1.5M in freelance / contractor billing, over $1.6M in perm placement fees.

• Assisted owners, operators, or inside marketing departments or personnel with determining ideal marketing campaign strategy, especially if they are being pitched multiple options from multiple ad agencies (Websites, Mobile Marketing, Social, SEO, Search Engine Marketing or AdWords, Text, Online Banner Ads, Online Reputation, or other Lead Generation sources).• Evaluated current marketing campaigns and helped determine ROI and untapped opportunities.• Helped negotiate pricing and contact terms when necessary.• Business types and industries I worked with: Attorneys, General Contractors, Heating & Cooling, Automotive, Flooring, Home Improvement, Dentists, Physicians, Chiropractors, Eyecare, Fitness, Finance, Real Estate, Restaurants, Designers, Builders, Churches, etc.

Dallas, Tx, Us

• Consulted with small to mid-sized businesses across the U.S. to determine strategic, tactical and effective marketing solutions provided by Dex Media and our strategic partner networks/vendors. • Acted as a true partner with all clients, with a main focus toward earning and keeping their trust as a digital media expert that could bring quantifiable results.• Provided customized solutions and strategies using Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Display/Banner Ads, Custom Websites, Mobile Websites, Social Media Management, Text Marketing, Custom Videos, Online Reputation Management, etc.• Optimized Search Engine Marketing campaigns with conversion oriented content, keyword selection, geo-targeting, and budget goals to assure best dollar-for-dollar effectiveness.• Leveraged local market data, the newest marketing trends, and campaign reports to look for further opportunities for each client and determined campaign enhancements as needed to assure their success.• Assisted with new hire training for new sales related employees, and delivered product refresher training for the current digital media sales team.• Reported and tracked all account activity in Salesforce CRM.• Assisted in new hire sales training and training reviews for all sales related roles to bring better awareness and understanding of digital media marketing.Award Winning Consultant Performance:• Circle of Champions award winner: 4th Quarter 2011• Circle of Champions award winner: 1st Quarter 2012• Circle of Champions award winner: 2nd Quarter 2012• Circle of Champions award winner: 3rd Quarter 2012• Circle of Champions award winner: 4th Quarter 2012• Distinguished Circle Award (DCA) winner for 2012• Circle of Champions award winner: 1st Quarter 2013• Circle of Champions award winner: 2nd Quarter 2013• Circle of Champions award winner: 4th Quarter 2013• Distinguished Circle Award (DCA) winner for 2013• Circle of Champions award winner: 1st Quarter 2014

Schaumburg, Illinois, Us

Account Executive:• Managed various aspects of client advertising needs, ranging between Interactive Marketing to Traditional.• Made recommendations or shared innovation for greater client success.• Partnered with internal team members to advance projects and meet client goals.Interactive Marketing Planner:• Developed and executed optimized spending allocation for clients to achieve monthly goals.• Projected lead traffic and revenue expectations.• Communicated current pacing and conversions to clients.Quality Assurance Manager:• Served as one of the key players in Career Advisor's (lead generation campain) success and growth from 2007-2011. • Created and streamlined entire Quality Assurance process, training, job descriptions, and QA career paths.• Forecasted and reported Quality trends, concerns, wins, and opportunities to management peers and VP.• Managed 10+ direct reports, and overseas teams.• Conducted employee reviews for all direct reports, while maintaining 72%+ retention.• Managed various segments of all new hire training and helped develop Quality related curriculum when necessary.• Recruited and hired various positions.

Schaumburg, Il, Us

Locations: Collins College – Tempe, AZ and Colorado Technical University, KCMO branch.• Achieved consistent month over month success as one of the top Admissions Advisors among 600+ reps.• Scheduled and interviewed career college candidates in the areas of Arts & Design and Healthcare.• Collaborated with internal teams such as Financial Aid, Department Chairs, and Career Services to assure successful student starts.• Assisted in creating marketing plans and strategies to gain greater interest from our local market and community.• Promoted to Senior in company record breaking time of 8 months (standards normally require 12 months minimum).

Englewood, Co, Us

Starting Loan Officer position 2004, Promoted to Team Lead 2005, Promoted for WA Closing Agent 2006:• As Loan Officer: Qualified and sold refinancing options using lending specific software, Calyx Point. • Collaborated with appraisers, underwriters, and local title companies to assure a smooth closing for the borrowers.• Awarded Loan Officer of the Month several times in ’04 and ‘05, and winner of Closing Challenge in 2005 (all expenses trip to San Diego). • As Team Lead: Hired, trained and developed a commission team of 12 people within the Tempe branch.• Managed monthly pipelines in excess of $17 million.• As Closing Agent: Flew to the state of Washington 4-5 days per week to close loans originated from AZ. • Reported outlook and progress of the new model, and provided projections as needed.

Chicago, Il, Us

• Responsible for fitness consultations and Personal Training sales with predetermined training packages.• Designed client specific exercise and diet programs to achieve personal health and fitness goals. • Consistently generated and exceeded Personal Training sales quotas through innovative channels and marketing strategies.• Trained and developed newly hired personal trainers in the areas of sales production and customer service. • Developed my own client Newsletter - "The Physical Forum" which was distributed each month to my clients.• Provided expert advice and opinion for wandering or inquisitive members during non-training hours.• Bally Total Fitness Top 10 Personal Trainer ranking, 2003 and 2004, entire state of Arizona.• Trainer for Miss Arizona / 6th place Miss USA and her referred pageant contestants, College Athletes, Prenatal, and Weekend Warriors.

• Prospected and sold surgical instruments and DME to physicians, hospitals, surgery centers, and athletic trainers. • Attended orthopedic surgeries to support surgeons' decisions and options on particular product usage and surgical techniques.• Used cadaver labs to teach proper surgical techniques of new instruments, implants, and devices. • Met with potential new users of our product lines within AZ territory, when physician transitions took place.• Companies represented: Arthrex, Wright Medical Technologies, Orthofix, and Breg.

Dallas, Texas, Us

• Resold Airborne Express shipping, which specialized in small to mid-sized business accounts.• Executed daily cold calling, prospecting, territory management, up-selling/cross-selling, technology integration and training.• Assisted the Branch Manager with new hire training for all new employees.• Winner of National Sales contest for 2001.