Eddie Maza
**** ** **** ***., *****, FL *****
(H) 305-***-**** . (C) 305-***-**** . *****@***.***
Senior Management Profile
Marketing . Advertising . ?perations . Account Management
Dynamic, results-oriented Marketing/Advertising manager with a long record
of success across diverse sectors. Versatile performer with expertise in
strategic planning, market positioning, branding, client relationships,
marketing / advertising campaign strategy and design, lifecycle product
management and business development. Successful leader with proven ability
to assemble and motivate vibrant, cohesive teams; exceptional talent for
managing and/or fostering and repairing (when necessary) client
relationships. Dedicated, organized, and passionate with an unyielding
commitment to efficiency and time management
Core Strengths
VISION AND LEADERSHIP Resource Management Inventory and Cost
Brand Management Control
Strategic Planning Proposal Development Technology Development
Market Positioning Lifecycle Product Account/Client Service
Operations Management Management Financial Oversight
Professional Experience
Zimmerman Advertising, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 2007-Present
An Omnicom Company
VP Group Account Director
Define and implement comprehensive marketing strategies, assembling and
leading a team of between 70 and 176 advertising and marketing
professionals. Manage corporate positioning; conduct competitive and market
analyses; provide lead generation initiatives and direct marketing
communication to include brand management. Partner with sales group to
craft and manage channel partner strategies. Manage creative services
associated with product development; manage pricing and oversee lifecycle
product management. Assemble, grow and motivate cohesive teams.
Key Achievements:
> Developed and managed effective client rebranding for all 40 divisions
of Lennar, 3rd largest homebuilder in the U.S. with an annual budget
of over $120 million
> Recognized as a leader in use of SEO and SEM techniques and social
media within the real estate industry
> Initiated affective traffic-driving promotions such as giveaways and
multi-million-dollar sweepstakes
> Oversaw planning and implementation of regional and national events,
TV campaigns, web-based strategies and launch of E E-Blast Program all
40 divisions nationwide
Sherman Advertising, Florida Division, Miami, FL 2003-2007
Director of Account Services and Operations
Full-service advertising and marketing agency. Oversaw all client services
and agency operations, including account management, budgeting and new
business development. Collaborated with creative team to develop compelling
campaigns and new business presentations. Managed 6 key accounts in
industries including hospitality and real estate (residential and
commercial). Oversaw production of print and broadcast materials. Acquired
and trained new agency employees and mentored management personnel in new
Florida division. .
...Sherman Advertising Cont., Key Achievements:
> Successfully developed client awareness and branding
> Identified and helped secure new business, increasing client roster by
50%
> Defined and implemented office operational procedures to maximize
efficiency
Creative Directors Bernard Hodes Group / Chavin Lambert, Miami, FL 1998-
2003
VP of Operations and Account Services (2000-2003)
Full-service advertising and marketing agency. Defined and implemented
programs to enhance agency efficiency and account services across three
offices. Reengineered all production, traffic, IT systems, HR, business
development and administrative infrastructures to better meet defined
goals, while enhancing client service.
Key Achievements:
> Selected to install, maintain, and troubleshoot Mac network and back-
up systems
> Successfully engineered solution that reduced monthly color-printing
costs by 30%
> Engineered cost-effective telephone system upgrade involving vendor
payment of majority of costs
> Establish new client service guidelines tailored to specific markets
and industries
Associate Media Director (1998-2000)
Managed all media planning and buying for 42 clients in a timely manner.
Oversaw market research and analysis to ensure informed recommendations.
Performed post-program analysis to evaluate effectiveness and make
improvements. Managed accounting functions, including AP/AR, vendor
inquiries and payments, and collections.
The Sacks Group Advertising, Inc., Miami, FL 1996-1998
Media Director / Assistant to President
Full-service advertising and marketing agency. Directed research, strategic
planning, presentations, contract negotiation, and analysis for all media.
Collaborated with clients to refine and/or redirect strategies as
necessary. Managed vendor functions and relationships; developed estimates
and managed production/traffic. Performed business-development functions
and coordinated relevant presentations. Restructured systems for increased
cost effectiveness.
Additional experience includes serving as Media Planner / Buyer, Creative
Directors Advertising Inc., Miami, FL; Marketing Coordinator at American
Family Cruises, Miami, FL
Education & Credentials
Bachelor of Art in Business Marketing ~ Florida International University,
Miami, FL
Professional Development: Business Strategy Development ~ Account
Management ~ Advertising & Marketing ~ Project Management ~ Creative
Direction ~ Production Management ~ Administration ~ Market Analysis ~
Media Purchasing
ASSOCIATIONS: BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH FLORIDA, LATIN BUILDERS
ASSOCIATION
PARTIAL AGENCY AND FREELANCE CLIENT ROSTER:
Lennar Homes, WCI Communities, Kolter Corporation, Addison Development,
The Royal Bay Group, Levitt & Sons, U.S. Home, Weitzer Communities, Group
Pacific, Stock Development, The Related Group, The Related Company, DYL
Group, CMC Group, Lely Resorts & Development, Continuum LLC, Lionstone Tri-
Vista Realty, Cabi Development . Ramada Inn, Holiday Inn, W Hotels,
Sonesta Hotel, Key Largo Resorts, Ocean Properties, Chetola Resort . Costa
Cruise Line, American Family Cruises, Royal Casino . Desjardins Bank .
Congress Jewelers, Scott Kay Jewelry . Glasswall LLC . Freight Savers
Express . Crocs . Ashley Furniture