Multimedia Journalist and Communications Strategist
Awards
PROMAX North America: Silver – Entertainment spot “Julio en UniMás” 2016
Emmy Award: Promotional spot for “Julio en UniMás” 2016
Hard Skills
Office software: Microsoft and Mac Office suite (Pages, Numbers Keynote). Google Drive Apps.
Creative: Adobe Suite. Canva.
Web: WordPress. CPanel. SharePoint.
Email: Mailchimp. Mailerlite.
Video: Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro
Audio: Vegas, Audacity.
Radio: NexGen.
TV: INews, Media Player (Avid), Nirvana (Monitor IQ), BlackMagic VideoHub.
Social Media: Hootsuite, Planoly, Later.
Organization: Asana, Wrike, ClickUp, Trello.
Soft Skills
A proven leader, team builder, and team player, refined by years of training.
Personable, trusting, and friendly personality.
Charismatic personality fit for on-air (tv and radio) and live hosting.
Confident and clear verbal, written, and non-verbal communicator.
Creative problem solver.
Experienced public speaker and trainer for creatives, writers, and entrepreneurs.
Empathetic Listener
Confident public speaking and presentation
Emotional intelligence. Neurodiversity knowledge.
Languages
Expert: Spanish, English.
Proficient: Portuguese.
Published On
Cross Culture Collective
South Florida Times
Examiner
Voxxi
Kingdom Business Guide
Debora La Revista
El Peruanisimo
FabrikaLink
Currently
Independent Marketing Expert (Social Media, Online Presence, Communications)
- Established and improved the branding identity and online visibility of non-profits, artists, and start-ups
- Strategized successful social media campaigns for organizations and the promotion of their events and/or causes.
- Created fresh, original, SEO-friendly content for websites in industries from inbound marketing, condominium services, entertainment, non/profits, and more.
- Wrote, edited, and translated content for print and web marketing materials to establish a cohesive voice for said brand.
- Produced events from concept, to event logistics, booking, staffing, and promotion of the event.
- Craft press releases, bios, website content directed towards investors and clients, and pitches for all PR client efforts with established relationships.
Independent Publicist (Media Relations, strategy and planning, collateral)
- Orchestrated seamless media tours for artists during a high-profile global music and leadership expo, ensuring maximum exposure and engagement across diverse media outlets.
- Crafted compelling collateral tailored to individual artists, effectively amplifying their stories and resonating with media outlets, resulting in heightened visibility and audience connection.
- Cultivated strategic partnerships with key media contacts, fostering a mutually beneficial environment that facilitated ongoing collaboration and amplified artists’ brand resonance.
- Spearheaded outreach initiatives, showcasing a nuanced understanding of media preferences and audience demographics to optimize artists’ promotional efforts and drive tangible results.
Marketing and Creative Experience
Garth Solutions, Inc. – 2023
Senior Marketing Specialist Miami, FL
- Lead creative and strategic campaigns through successful execution.
- Create brand messaging, voice/tone, personality, etc. for clients and company.
- Create content for web, blog, social media, public relations and other marketing avenues.
- Create, manage, and execute editorial calendars that drive results for clients.
- Write articles for publications on behalf of clients.
Stagewood – October 2020 – January 2021
Copywriter Miami, FL
- Crafted all concepts and content for landing pages for the different brands.
- Produced original content for our weekly blog.
- Strategized all social media content and planned posting schedule.
- Spearheaded all email marketing and newsletter efforts.
Chetu – February – March 2020
Creative Copywriter Plantation, FL
- Created content for all trade shows including flyer and presentations.
- Transcribed videos for social media.
- Produced video case studies to showcase client results.
- Managed a team of designers and animators through systems and deadlines.
SAP International Inc. 2007-2008
Corporate Communications Intern Miami, FL
- Organized managed all databases for the department.
- Gathered information and prepared quarterly and clippings reports.
- Managed budgets for the pan-regional expenses.
- Scheduled, organized, and reported all internal meetings.
- Prepared clippings as needed for the global newsletter.
Media Experience
CVC Latin America – A Todo Color – 2016-2019
Host, Producer, Board Operator Miami, FL
- Choose weekly entertainment news, main topic(s) of the evening, music, and video content.
- Research and prepare calendar of guests for the show.
- Write, design, and plan on-air, social media, and digital promotion for the show.
- Manage board and all studio software.
CVC Latin America – Noticias CVCLAVOZ, Caso Puntual – 2016-2019
Reporter, Producer, Board Operator Miami, FL
- Research and write daily news for anchor
- Prepare and attend and/or connect to guests
- Edit and manage correspondents’ daily content (video and audio)
- Research and record stories for air (culture, health, and entertainment)
- Manage board and audiovisual
- Handle all technical preparations before air
Univision Communications, Inc. – The Agency – 2015-2016
Copywriter Miami, FL
- Write and produce promos for the UniMás network: movies, Cine Cantinflas, Rosa de Guadalupe, Sal y Pimienta, and other properties when necessary.
- Manage incoming material for properties to be launched on the network archive
- Assists in material distribution to other producers.
- Manage transfer to master and distribution to different departments.
- Handle marketing material requests from studios.
One Beat Live Radio Show – 2014-2015
Buzz Beat Segment producer and host Miami, FL
- Prepared weekly segments with local events, artists’ news, musical guests, and social media happenings.
- Hosted segment and included main show hosts on information.
- Brought weekly entertainment-related topics for thought-provoking conversation
Fusion Radio Show – 2014-2015
Cultura y Fe Segment producer and host Miami, FL
- Prepared weekly segments with national and/or international events, artists’ news, musical guests, and social media happenings.
- Hosted segment and included main show hosts on information.
- Brought weekly entertainment-related topics for thought-provoking conversation.
Telemundo Network 2009
18 & over Intern/Mun2 Miami, FL
- Researched content for the show’s script and website.
- Wrote and edited content for the script.
- Assisted with the production of the show.
Agency Experience
Tropic Survival 2017-2018
Content Producer Miami, FL
- Established voice and tone of all social media channels through consistent copywriting.
- Delivered messaging through print ad copy.
- Streamlined broadcast (TV & radio) spot production and created cohesive communication between team players.
- Facilitated intercultural communication with “trans-created” script writing to cater to the Spanish audience.
- Wrote blog content according to marketing efforts and monthly themes.
Tierra Firme & My City Alive – 2014-2015
Social Media Manager Miami, FL
- Created and managed social media accounts.
- Provided feedback on existing accounts (if any).
- Provided list of relevant hashtags, topics, accounts to follow, and other relevant information to increase engagement and visibility for each account.
- Assisted in creating new content related to the account’s industry.
EMA Interactive – 2010-2011
Copywriter/marketing assistant Miami, FL
- Research content for the marketing element to be designed/produced.
- Write and edit content as needed.
- Assist in client relations, closing of contracts and agreements, and providing information to both parties as needed.
Downtown Production Group 2008-2009
Public Relations Intern Miami, FL
- Wrote and edited all content for the company website.
- Created a budget for the company’s public relations needs.
- Wrote and molded press releases.
Event-Related Experience
Elysium Festival – 2016
Backstage Manager Miami, FL
- Organized event timeline/program, and monitored a time-effective schedule.
- Managed green room for artists.
- Coordinated area according to ryder and event needs.
Color, Glow, Adore / Come Together – 2014
Event Host Miami, FL
- Researched each artist to present relevant information
- Created event program and schedule
- Prepared co-host for the event
Zion Tour Winter Jam / OutCry – 2013-2015
Production Volunteer Miami, FL
- Helped with all merchandising needs
- Assisted in sales.
Benefit Concert for Haiti 2010
Backstage Manager Miami, FL
- Created and structured program according to the talent’s needs.
- Managed the backstage area including on/off stage queues for all talent and green room coordination.
- Supervised all the audio, video and audiovisual implementation to guarantee smooth sailing throughout the event.
Mission Possible Unity 2006
Backstage Manager Miami, FL
- Received instructions for them general manager of arrival and departure of bands.
- Maintained contact with the team responsible of assisting bands in arrival to the city and the venue.
Buena Vibra Concert 2004
Backstage Manager/Sponsorship/ Logistics Miami, FL
- Selected and booked musical talent and maintained open communications between the two parties.
- Coordinated meetings between bands and event coordinator to ensure that deadlines were met.
- Organized event time line / program, and monitored a time effective schedule.
- Confirmed and finalized event sponsorship.
- Distributed marketing materials to parties involved.
Education
Florida International University – Dec 2010
Bachelors of Science in Communications Miami, FL
Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Latin American and Caribbean Studies
Florida International University – Continued Education Certifications
- Creative Writing Course
- The Keys to Effective Editing
- The Craft of Magazine Writing
Lynda
- Writing Ad Copy
- Writing Marketing Copy
- Editing Mastery