Brian C. Knapp
*** ***** ***. • Akron, OH ***** 404-***-**** **********@***.***
Experienced marketing communications and design professional with over 10 years of experience in all marketing communications including digital, promotions, analytics, product launches, photography, creative graphic design, project budgeting, purchasing and procurement, possess exceptional organizational skills, time management ability, and attention to detail; thrives in high-pressured and customer focused environments.
CORE COMPENTENCIES
● Website & Email Analytics ● Website Creation & Management ● Purchasing & Procurement
● Graphic Conception & Design ● Social Media Management ● SEO & PPC Advertising
● Digital & Traditional Marketing ● Film & Video Production ● Campaign Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Print and Marketing Associate 04/2019 – 08/2019
Staples Office Superstore Akron,OH
Provide customer service to customers in need of print and marketing needs
Production of business cards design, brochures, invitations, posters and literature
Setup, provide guidance and implement print mailer marketing campaigns for customer’s businesses
Copying, printing, laminating and cutting of marketing materials
Troubleshoot production equipment including repairing copy machines, un-jamming, blade changing and other preventative maintenance
Marketing & Digital Media Specialist 07/2018 – 10/2018
Zebra Skimmers – Temporary Assignment Solon,OH
Creation of new company website including graphics, content, SEO utilizing WordPress & CS6
Create, manage and schedule multiple email campaigns. Track ROI from targeted audiences
Prepare trade show literature, promotional items and booth setup to enhance company presence
Integration of e-commerce into company website to promote and increase company sales
Marketing Manager/Digital Marketing Specialist 10/2017 – 06/2018
Ability Business – Temporary Assignment North Canton, OH
Developed new company website including graphics, content, SEO, and ROI
Conceptualized and developed new marketing materials used online, in print mailings and all advertising
Managed and create multiple email campaigns targeted to specific audiences
Managed and update data base of leads with incoming leads and prospects
Oversaw and attend trade show opportunities to enhance company presence
Created and produced promotional videos for company products for use on website and YouTube
Performed sales activities such as cold calling, emailing and scheduling sales consultations
Marketing Director 05/2015 – 12/2016
Vogelsang Ltd. Ravenna, OH
Responsible for development of company brochures, booth signage, booth setup and tear down, and follow up of leads at multiple trade shows the company attended
Drove campaigns, and oversaw or updated all social media to assist Product Manager’s targeted market segments for specific products utilizing proAlpha ERP for resource management
Utilized all appropriate marketing tools and media to insure fully rounded campaigns and maximum exposure or to insure successful product launches
Produced corporate videos and photographs for social media, webinars, and internal communications
Assessed analytics with Management to evaluate effectiveness and maximize ROI
Purchasing and Procurement of all marketing related products and assist with purchasing department
Managed and assisted international team to create and maintain all global company literature, including brochures, technical papers and press releases
Marketing Director 12/2012 – 04/2014
HAPCO, Inc. Kent, OH
Oversaw all marketing aspects for HAPCO, Inc., and its sister company dbaTarpco
Responsible for purchasing of all marketing collateral and procurement
Managed all social media initiatives and track effectiveness
Increased wear part sales by developing new product packing and distributor awareness
Managed multiple Google Adwords accounts, keywords and lead forensics
Marketing/Communications Manager 03/2010 - 11/2012
Laser Atlanta, LLC Norcross, GA
Prepared marketing material, communication programs, and email blasts
Planned and attended trade show events, booth design and banner creation
Database management, website creation and management of 3 websites including e-commerce
Managed national statewide Request For Proposals (RFP) procurement process
Created and maintained digital and print library of marketing resources
Marketing/Communications Manager 07/2005 - 12/2009
Construction Resources, Inc. Decatur, GA
Supervised all corporate marketing and public relations activities, which included all internal and external communication for 10 inter-related companies and six related showrooms
Planned and coordinated all external corporate representation at trade shows and industry functions including booth design, layout, and setup.
Managed Google Ad words advertising as well as organic search engine optimization
Designed, built and managed all ten websites for the company
Successfully launched and maintained new social media sites on Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, Active Rain and other social media sites
Designed, produced and distributed all corporate marketing and promotional literature
Performed as company photographer responsible for all photography used on website, showroom displays and all company literature
Wrote scripts and copies for radio spots, promotional videos and phone messaging
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft® Office Programs ● Adobe® Creative Suite Programs
Microsoft® Front Page ● Adobe® Premiere
AVID® Non-Linear Editor ● Microsoft® Navision
Apple® Final Cut Pro ● Pro Show Producer®
proAlpha ERP Business Management Software ● PC & Mac Platforms
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Visual Communication
American InterContinental University Atlanta, GA
Print and digital design with a concentration in website design & development. Cum Laude Graduate. Diploma received.
Relevant Coursework: Advanced web design and development, graphic design principles and digital/print best marketing practices.
Associate in Science in Film and Video Production
Florida Metropolitan University Orlando, FL
Concentration in film, video production and desktop publishing. Suma Cum Laude Graduate. Diploma received.
Relevant Coursework: Film, video production, photography and desktop publishing. Diploma received.