Manager Social Media

Patrick O’Brien

**** ***** ***** **, ********, ON N0R 1V0

Mobile: 519-***-****

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EDUCATION

****-******* **. ***** ******* – Diploma- Public Relations

Windsor, Ontario

March 2014 Standard First Aid Certified – Perri-Med Cerfitication

Basic Life Support - C

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

March 2014-Present PROGRAM MANAGER

Woodslee Community Center – Woodslee, Ontario

• Facilitate/develop programs as required

• Coordinate/expand in program development

• Coordinate/expand identifying gaps in program delivery and areas of

improvement

• Identifies, develops/obtains and manage community promotion resources to

meet the needs of the community

• Write and public advertising and marketing materials such as posters and

brochures on community programs (includes the use of Facebook, Twitter,

WCC Website)

• Coordinate the development of information content for program display and

advertising campaigns (including all social media)

• Encourage community members to participate in community based project

activities, education and services

• Act as a resource and support for key program/community stakeholders

• Develop funding proposals (grants)

• Other duties as assigned

• Report to the Rentals/Facilities Usage Committee on a regular basis

September 2013-Present PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN

Town of Essex-Communications Department – Essex, Ontario

• Write press releases, staff advisories and Facebook posts

• Conduct research and report results

• Design templates for Town documents and presentations

• Community outreach and education

Nov. 2013-March2014 MEDIA CONSULTANT

ShopEco – Windsor, Ontario

• Develop and implement media engagement plans

• Write press releases

• Promote events and products

• Coach and instruct social media techniques

Jan. 2013-April 2014 SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR

CC Mosaics – Windsor, Ontario

• Social media and event planning

• Organize and develop promotional materials

• Photograph works of art for posting to social media and portfolios

April 2012- Present SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR / ARTIST

Essex Stained Glass – Essex, Ontario

• Head instructor of stained glass arts

• Develop workshop and class schedules

• Social media and event planning

• Develop creative advertising, marketing and community engagement

strategies

• Photograph works of art and workshops in progress

• Identify and approach local artists to feature in the Creative Marketplace

VOLUNTEER WORK

Sept. 2012 – April 2014 EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

• Public Relations Club, St. Clair College

November 2013 ORGANIZED FOOD DRIVE AT COLLEGE

• Event planning and promotion in partnership with the United Way

HOSTED 20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION FOR ESSEX STAINED

January 2014

GLASS

• Event planning and promotion for Essex Stained Glass

February 2014- Present WALKERVILLE ARTIST CO-OP

• Assist in writing/producing media release for rebranding and relocating

and grand opening

Jan. 2014-April 2014 EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

• Public Relations Awards Night Committee, St. Clair College

SKILLS

Exceptional knowledge of traditional media and social media engagement

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techniques

Extensive experience with various social media websites and blogs

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Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Windows, Xp, 7, Vista

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and Adobe Programs

Excellent keyboarding skills

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Outstanding research skills using electronic databases, the Internet and

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reference tools

Skills in photography and digital photo editing

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Public speaking experience

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Enthusiastic and quick learner

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Strong proofreading skills

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Superb problem solving skills

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Ability to work independently and as a team player or leader

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Able to communicate well with others

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Design and implement brochures and promotional materials

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REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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