Alexandra Leon
@alexandraleon
Experienced Director of Marketing Communications with a strong work ethic.
What I'm looking for
I am a proactive media and communications professional with over six years of experience in internal and external communications, social media, blogging, and editorial media relations. My background includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from Nova Southeastern University, where I graduated with a GPA of 3.8. I have honed my skills in strategic marketing and communications, demonstrating a firm grasp of corporate messaging and branding.
Throughout my career, I have successfully directed teams in various roles, including as a Senior Manager and PR Account Manager, where I developed and pitched article concepts, managed social media platforms, and created effective marketing campaigns. My internships at Jeppesen and TurboTax allowed me to gain valuable insights into market research and product management, further enhancing my ability to identify customer needs and develop innovative solutions.
I am passionate about building strong teams and fostering a collaborative work environment. My exceptional writing, editing, and research skills have been recognized through various awards, including the AP National Scholar Award and placements in national competitions. I am eager to leverage my expertise in a dynamic organization that values creativity and strategic thinking.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
SEO for Markizilla Business
Markizilla Business
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 6 months)
Built and managed the digital marketing roadmap, overseeing all digital marketing channels to ensure brand consistency. Measured ROI and KPIs, prepared budgets, and developed specific campaigns to maintain high levels of customer interaction.
Freelance Transcriptionist
Upwork
Oct 2017 - Present (7 years 9 months)
Transcribed audio recordings into text files, ensuring accuracy and adherence to client formatting requirements. Completed transcriptions in a timely manner, reviewing grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
PR Account Manager
Office Dimensions INC
Aug 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 4 months)
Wrote, edited, and proofread press releases, social media postings, and media advisories. Developed and pitched article concepts to media for B2B and nonprofit clients, and managed clients’ social media platforms.
Web Designer
Suite 101
Sep 2019 - May 2020 (8 months)
Designed and translated fictional and non-fictional prose for print, electronic, and web media. Contributed to brainstorming ideas and researched, wrote, and edited intranet content, proofreading final drafts before publication.
Sales Senior Manager
Living the Low-Income Life
Jun 2019 - Mar 2020 (9 months)
Edited and published articles, tips, and recipes for a blog aimed at low-income families, and contributed original fictional works. Researched and developed a plan to increase sales, implement an eCommerce system, and build brand image using SEO tactics.
Guest Associate (Customer Service)
Target
Mar 2018 - Jan 2020 (1 year 10 months)
Provided excellent customer service by greeting guests, maintaining store cleanliness, and efficiently processing transactions. Assisted guests with inquiries about brand launches and fulfillment services, ensuring a positive shopping experience.
Advertising Assistant
Experts123
Oct 2017 - Dec 2018 (1 year 2 months)
Wrote promotional copy for direct mail pieces and email marketing campaigns, and managed the trafficking of advertising jobs. Interacted with account managers to meet deadlines, collect data, and obtain approvals.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor’s Degree of Marketing, Marketing
Grade: 3.8
Completed a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing through online studies. Achieved a strong academic performance with a GPA of 3.8.
Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
Grade: Weighted: 4.5 / Unweighted: 4.7
Activities and societies: Best Buddies Secretary/Peer Buddy
Graduated with a High School Diploma, demonstrating strong academic achievement with a weighted GPA of 4.5 and an unweighted GPA of 4.7. Developed core competencies in Advanced Journalism, Newspaper Writing, and Sales.
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