Kelly Manley
** ****** ****** ****, *********, ONTARIO
************@*******.***
Public Relations/Communications Specialist
A dynamic, versatile Public Relations & Communications professional
experiences in all aspects of brand creation and maintenance, social media
and web design, and event planning duties with a proven track record of
consistently developing a business's brand. Exceptional technology skills
combine with a proven ability to drive marketing strategies and online
initiatives, communication abilities, and leadership qualities to deliver
substantial results. Outstanding ability to interface with other
professionals and businesses to increase community awareness and extend
business relationships. Technically proficient in software and other
technological applications.
Areas of Expertise
Public Relations Oral & Written Communication Client & Vendor
Negotiations Event Planning Brand Identity Marketing Initiatives
Consumer Insights Sales & Marketing Social Media Management
Staff Training & Development Communications Coordination
Teamwork Brand Management Web Design Online Content Creation
professional experience
KUBIK, Toronto, Ontario
Media Relations Consultant, April 2014-Present
- Develop online presence and brand image through social media and web
design by creating, screening, and editing content alongside developers,
investors, and staff.
- Train and mentor staff on maintenance of social media presence and team
collaboration skills to ensure online presence remains best possible
brand reflection.
FREEDOM 55 FINANCIAL, Belleville, Ontario
Financial Security Advisor, June 2014-February 2015
- Educated clients on variety of topics, including mutual funds,
segregated funds, and life insurance functions, and develop effective
financial plans dependent on client's personal situation.
- Regularly interacted with clients to maintain and develop better
business relationships and expand and maintain a loyal clientele list.
QUINTE HUMANE SOCIETY, Belleville, Ontario
Communications Coordinator, April 2014-November 2014
- Coordinated communications between humane society and businesses,
volunteers, and staff in order to provide a professional image and
consistent brand to public and private parties.
- Utilized social media, web design, and event organization skills to
establish a clear, professional company image to the public at large and
raised $41,000 over a number of events.
- Increased adoption rates by 23%.
SAMSUNG VIA HOLMAN EXHIBITS, Toronto, Ontario
Project Coordinator, September 2013-October 2014
- Distributed installers to correct locations and provided them with
information necessary to accurately install displays and other items.
- Communicated with installers and management associated with major
retailers to ensure proper product placement and maintenance.
GENERAL MOTORS VIA KUBIK, Toronto, Ontario
Promotional Sales, September 2010-April 2012
- Created an exceptional online presence via social media management and
web design skills, as well as distribution of promotional products and
merchandise.
- Interacted regularly with customers and provided education concerning
product knowledge and functions to ensure proper product usage and
lifetime.
HEART & STROKE FOUNDATION, Belleville, Ontario
Communication Liaison Intern, April 2012-June 2012
- Created online presence for charity's Quinte chapter, and maintained
brand identity through creation and streaming of content for Facebook,
Twitter, community event pages, and other internet sites.
- Promoted Mother Daughter Zumba event by interfacing with local business
owners, venues, and the event committee.
Education
- Shaw Academy, Toronto, Ontario, Social Media Marketing, 2015
- Loyalist College, Belleville, Ontario, Public Relations Post Graduate, 2014
- Loyalist College, Belleville, Ontario, Business Sales & Marketing, 2013
Certificates & Designations
. MFDA Registered Investment Representative
. IFIC Licensed within province of Ontario
. Smart Serve Licensed