Event Planning & Organizing, Public Relations and Marketing
Resume:
Andrew Welch
************@*****.*** 360-***-**** Blaine, WA
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a role as a Marketing Specialist to utilize my creative problem-solving and communication skills to develop successful marketing strategies. My experience in the field makes me a great fit for your organization.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Program & Events Manager Ferndale, WA
Ferndale Chamber of Commerce 2021 - 2022
● Developed and implemented successful events and programs.
● Facilitated communication among stakeholders.
● Provided administrative support to executive-level staff.
● Managed venue operations and ensured customer satisfaction.
● Executed special projects and requests as needed.
● Administered and evaluated grants for businesses as requested. Member Service Representative Bellingham & Ferndale, WA North Coast Credit Union 2015 - 2021
● Processed client transactions and managed records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
● Assisted clients with inquiries and product knowledge.
● Facilitated account and credit card openings, as well as personal loans and savings accounts.
● Delivered superior customer service and account support. Bank Teller Lynden, WA
Wells Fargo 2014 - 2015
● Processed a wide range of daily financial transactions.
● Ensured accuracy and efficiency of customer service.
● Delivered excellent customer service.
Sales Lead, Computers & Tablets Bellingham, WA
Best Buy 2010 - 2014
● Offered insight and guidance on product selection.
● Handled checkout and cashier operations.
● Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product features. Marketing Contractor & Promotional Team Coordinator Vancouver, BC Various Companies and Organizations (see companies and contracts below) 2002 - 2010
● Promoted sales of regional, national, and international brands by interacting with consumers and providing demonstrations, information, and samples.
● Demonstrated product features and benefits to a variety of audiences.
● Generated comprehensive project reports to support brand and account managers MARKETING CONTRACTS
Date Program Company Location
2009 - 2010 FloTV Product Launch Marketstar (Ogden, UT) Bellingham, WA 2008 Tourism BC Cossette Communications
(Vancouver, BC)
Seattle, WA
2006 Sirius Satellite Radio Canada Product
Launch
Promo-Star Promotions
(Montreal, QC)
Vancouver, BC
2006 Rogers Cellular U Be the DJ Promo-Star Promotions
(Montreal, QC)
Vancouver, BC
2006 Bacardi Better Than Beer Promo-Star Promotions
(Montreal, QC)
Vancouver, BC
2006 Frisk LiquiGel & Mint
(Perfetti Van Melle)
Cossette Communications
(Vancouver, BC)
Vancouver, BC
2006 Rosemount Estates Wine /Lavalife.com Cossette Communications
(Vancouver, BC)
Vancouver, BC
2006 Adidas Climacool Product Launch Youthography (Toronto, ON) Vancouver, BC 2006 : CBC TV’s “At the Hotel” SugarMedia (Toronto, ON) Vancouver, BC 2006 Bell Goldrush (2006 Olympics Promotion) Cossette Communications
(Vancouver, BC)
Vancouver, BC
2005 Best Buy Richmond Grand Opening Inventa Promotions
(Vancouver, BC)
Vancouver, BC
2005 Bell ExpressVu Way Better TV
(DVR Product Launch)
GMR Canada (Toronto, ON) toured across Canada
2005 Surprisingly Frisk (Perfetti Van Melle) Cossette Communications
(Vancouver, BC)
Vancouver, BC
2002 - 2004 Promotional Street Team The Beat 94.5 FM
(Vancouver, BC)
Vancouver, BC
Promotions Coordinator Vancouver, BC
Community Gaming Management Association 2007 - 2008
● Managed marketing materials, including creating and distributing advertising, documentation, newsletters, and presentations.
● Coordinated literature for tradeshows, conferences, and mail-outs.
● Developed and executed direct mail advertising campaigns.
● Developed and implemented successful events and programs.
● Provided support to executive-level staff
Sales & Promotions Coordinator Langley, BC
Norstad Products 2003 - 2004, 2006
● Developed and implemented promotional campaigns to drive sales growth.
● Engaged customers and partners to increase brand awareness.
● Analyzed campaign results to identify areas for improvement. EDUCATION
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Vancouver, BC
Diploma in Public Relations
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Surrey, BC
Diploma in General Studies
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Vancouver, BC
Game Presentation & Marketing internship at Orca Bay Sports & Entertainment Kwantlen Polytechnic University Langley, BC
Sales & Marketing internship at Alliance Fire & Safety CERTIFICATE COURSES
Certification Facility Date Achieved
Design Thinking Bellingham Technical
College/Mindedge Learning
0/08/2021
Hootsuite Platform Training Skillup/Simplilearn 10/13/2021 Instagram Growth Skill Success 10/18/2021
Creative Marketing Strategies Skill Success 11/03/2021 Use Canva Like a Pro Skill Success 10/29/2021
Sponsorships for Nonprofits Skill Success 11/17/2021 Instagram Marketing Basics Skillup/Simplilearn 12/15/2021 Design Thinking Skillup/Simplilearn 01/11/2022
Professional Content for Instagram Skillup/Simplilearn 02/25/2022 SKILLS
Event Planning / Execution • Trade Show Coordination • Networking • Social Media Management • Creativity • Analytical Thinking • Copywriting • Marketing Strategy • Project Management • Communication • Advertising Coordination • Digital Marketing • Strategic Planning • Direct Mail Experience • Relationship Management • Promotions Development • Field / Guerrilla Marketing Experience • Microsoft Office Suite • HootSuite • Canva • MailChimp
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