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Raquel Chavez

@raquelchavez

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Creative communications specialist passionate about equity-centered initiatives.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values equity and community engagement, where I can leverage my skills in digital strategy and content development to drive impactful initiatives.

I am a creative and mission-aligned communications specialist with a strong background in digital strategy, brand storytelling, and content development. My experience includes crafting multi-platform ad content and managing campaign communications, where I successfully increased spend efficiency by 18% in just three days through rapid data analysis and pacing strategy. I am passionate about leading equity-centered initiatives and fostering inclusive, community-driven outreach.

Throughout my career, I have coordinated communications and student-centered events focused on diversity and inclusion, resulting in a 20% increase in campus engagement. My ability to create visually compelling marketing materials and manage social media content strategies has allowed me to amplify community awareness and support organizational goals effectively. I thrive in environments that prioritize collaboration and innovation, and I am dedicated to making a positive impact through my work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Activation Coordinator

Code3

Jul 2024 - Feb 2025 (7 months)

Crafted multi-platform ad content and managed campaign communications across Meta, Pinterest, and Snapchat. Tracked and optimized digital engagement, increasing spend efficiency by 18% in three days through rapid data analysis and pacing strategy.

Ads Manager Data Analysis Campaign Management Digital Strategy

Child Care Specialist/Educator

Freelance

Sep 2016 - Jun 2024 (7 years 9 months)

Designed and implemented educational activities to promote cognitive and social development, ensuring a stimulating and supportive environment for children aged 3 to 14. Built strong mentor-mentee relationships, providing personalized guidance to help students excel academically and develop confidence in their abilities.

Educational Development Mentorship Curriculum Design Childcare

Equity Activist Intern

De Anza College

Sep 2019 - Jun 2021 (1 year 9 months)

Coordinated communications and student-centered events focused on diversity and inclusion, increasing campus engagement by 20%. Managed Instagram content strategy to promote programs, grow community awareness, and amplify campus resources.

Event Coordination Diversity And Inclusion Canva Community Outreach Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California, Los Angeles

Bachelor of Arts, Sociology

Developed strong analytical and research skills through comprehensive studies of social structures and the community needs of underrepresented minorities.

COOP Careers

Fellow, Data Analytics

Engaged in a 16-week fellowship, acquiring expertise in data cleaning, transformation, analysis, and visualization using SQL, Python, and Tableau, alongside continuous professional development. Completed 200 hours of instruction time with a hands-on mastery of data tools, communication training, networking, and client work with actual companies.