Welcome to my digital marketing page
I'm a graphic designer, English teacher, artist, digital marketing specialist, and content writer with an extensively expanded worldview,
Please browse through my portfolio work below and let's talk!
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-Shannon
SAVE THE WAVES
SANTA CRUZ, CA
DIGITAL MARKETER
11/2020 - 1/2021
DIGITAL MARKETING PROJECTS
LAKEVIEW EAST ART FESTIVAL
CHICAGO, IL
FREELANCE DESIGNER
Summer 2008
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Created 1.5’ x 2’ foldable brochure map, artists’ content and showcases, ad placement, and available workshop information on Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. 20,000 brochures in rotation!
TWOXFOUR ADVERTISING AGENCY CHICAGO, IL
CREATIVE DIRECTION INTERN
2/2003 - 11/2003
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Collaborated with the creative director and copywriting team in designing logos, magazine layouts, and client presentation preparation.
PAST GIGS
ZENITH INTERNATIONAL PRIMARY SCHOOL
HONG KONG, SAR
ESL TEACHER AND ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR
2/2013 - 2/2020
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Taught English to Cantonese students and maintained daily Facebook feed and Whatsapp for student progress and curriculum alerts.
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Created and adapted lesson plans according to specific individual needs, including individual as well as playgroup works.
ISPN HELPDESK SERVICES + ENGINEERING
LENEXA, KS
INTERNET DESK SUPPORT TECHNICIAN
2/2018 - 2/2019
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Performed Tier 1 support and troubleshooting for test and production environments both onsite as well as remotely while demonstrating outstanding customer service for inbound internet and cable support centers.
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Provided technical instruction for home router connectivity, Command Prompts, Google Fiber, Microsoft Office, Windows Operating Systems, printer setup, hard-line phone troubleshooting, and business applications.
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Analyzed and logged daily student data and developed workflow charts while supporting and communicating with Regional Operational Manager ensuring quality control for strict state and federal deadlines for continuous grant/aid sponsored by The No Child Left Behind program.
EDUCATION
THINKful
DIGITAL MARKETING CERTIFICATION
11/2020 - 1/2021
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Attracting and maintaining customers via Email, content marketing, search platforms, social media, blogs, Wix, WordPress, SEO, and Google Analytics.
COLUMBIA COLLEGE CHICAGO
BACHELORS ART AND DESIGN
10/1998 - 7/2003
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Graphic Designer, Art Direction focused on Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
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Minored in Typography and Film.
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
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Social Media Marketing - Developing strategies and content for social media platforms.
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WordPress and Content Marketing - Writing compelling copy for a target audience and creating content that attracts prospective customers at each stage of the buyer’s journey.
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​Email Marketing Mail Chimp - Crafting open-worthy and compelling emails and promotional campaigns.
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​​SEM/SEO Yoast and Google Analytics - Collecting data to measure, assess, and optimize a campaign's performance.
INTERESTS
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World Traveler: 46 countries around the world.
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Avid ukulele player
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Certified PADI certified scuba diver.
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Gallery Management for 10+ art galleries throughout Chicago
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AED Certified
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Attended Real Estate courses in Oahu, Hawaii
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Certified Dental Assistant, Truman College Chicago 2009
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Excellent poi dancer
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Butterfly whisperer
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Oldest of 7 brothers and sisters.
