Damian Schmidt
E: *******@*****.***
W: http://DamianSchmidt.com
OBJECTIVE
SKILLS PROFILE
Web Development,
Program Knowledge,
Graphic Design
Optimization
To maximize professional experiences and skills developed in various areas of web
development, management, marketing, brand recognition, and communications.
• SEO SSO (Search Engine Optimization | Social Search Optimization ), keyword
placement: Extensive experience achieving top rankings for highly
competitive keywords across various industries. In-depth knowledge of all the
latest aspects of on&off-page SEO and SSO.
• Social Media: Proficient in incorporating popular social media into online
marketing campaigns to enhance communication between businesses &
consumers & to raise brand awareness.
• Shopify (Liquid Template Language), WordPress, Social Media
• Knowledge of Google Analytics or other web analytics programs
• Amazon Product &Image Optimization, Google Check Out, Yahoo Stores
• Adobe Dreamweaver,HTML/CSS/jQuery all browsers, SSL, eCommerce
• Craigslist & Backpage Classified Ad posting,&banners, PPC
• Hosting, mobile commerce, Online Store Design, Shopping Cart
• Microsoft OS, Linux OS, computer maintenance & troubleshooting
• User Interface (UI) design, architecture, concept
• Adobe Photoshop Photography, digital imaging
Office Administration, Management
WORK EXPERIENCE
Media Nightlife [New York, NY] Jul. '00 -Present
• Street team promotions, events coordinator
• Team management, administration, trainer,trustworthy
• Running marketing & ad campaigns
• Music editing, streaming players
• Designing flyers, banners & newsletters
• Migration & maintenance of professional websites using CSS, HTML & more.
• Project Management: Proven ability to lead & manage a wide variety of SEO
and online marketing projects in both team & independent environments.
Maintained excellent track record in training & managing team members
both on-site & remotely.
• Customer support, call center operator, appointment & event coordination
Freelance: Developer, Designer, Consultant, Advisor
Kevin Stone International [New York, NY] Oct. '07 -Oct. '08
In-House Web Developer, Assistant in Marketing, Loans Specialist
• Web consulting, search engine optimization
• Marketing through advertising campaigns launched in real estate & finance
• Event planning for networking events, viral promotions
• Graphic designing for advertising & promotions
• Promote long-term goal of customer’s loyalty and satisfaction.
• Assisted in the launching of small-medium businesses by helping secure
funding
Dealer Synergy [Philadelphia, PA] Sep. '04 – Apr. '05
Vice President, Management
• Web consultant: created background online help procedures for dealerships
• Video editing, content & audio supervision
• Created & implemented scripts into phone standard operating procedures
• Integrated customer retention management training
• Managerial: outsource hiring for automotive groups, help desk support, cross-
promotional skills, trainers, sales
• Worked with lead management systems, corporate & internal
communications
CREDITS EDUCATION
Brookdale Community College [Lincroft, NJ] Sep. '95 – May '99
PERSONAL STRENGTHS
• Speaker @ THE AGE OF THE INTERNET
[www.villagealliance.org/pdf/VAnews09_spring.pdf]
• Speaker @ ReferralKey's Small Business Radio
[http://www.youtube.com/user/ReferralKey#p/u/28/cXhjLaVJGW4]
Fashion Merchandising & Design, Minor: Music
• Event planning & coordination (fashion shows and music production)
• Punctual, meets deadlines, good grasp on time management
• Works very well under high pressure/stress environments
• Oversees problems, great problem-solving skills
• Personable, having a knack for networking, team player
• Highly energetic, always enthusiastic & encouraging
• Strong leadership, coordination & delegation skills
• Developed skills in retail management, color theory, textiles, advertising,
marketing, visual design, music production
• Languages: English – fluent, German – moderate (lived in Germany for 6
months), Spanish – minimal to moderate, conversational