EXPERIENCE

BACKGROUND

Professional Experience


Social Media Manager

    October 2025 — Present

Cafe La Fortuna, Hinsdale, IL

Manage all social media strategy, keeping branding consistent and organizing monthly content calendars. Shoot and edit photo and video content using Nikon D3400 and mobile footage, pairing visuals with on-brand copywriting. Monitor KPIs and guide strategic planning based on industry trends and competitor analysis.


Real Estate Assistant

         June 2025 — June 2026

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty, Hinsdale, IL

Assist with staging high-end homes and create digital content to promote luxury sales across social media. Work alongside a top 1% producing agent in Illinois, gaining firsthand experience in the luxury real estate market and visual merchandising.


Marketing Research Support

    June 2025 — December 2025

The Adventures of Nana Z., Chicago, IL

Researched competitive middle grade titles and industry trends to support pre launch positioning. Identified nonprofit and literacy focused organizations for potential strategic partnerships. Drafted and refined the author bio to align voice, audience appeal, and discoverability


Marketing Intern

      June 2024 — August 2024

Conducted industry research and competitor analysis to support sustainability messaging. Built WordPress landing pages and designed internal newsletters in Adobe InDesign. Created targeted outreach plans based on market analysis.

Kaleidoscope, Chicago, IL


Marketing Intern

           May 2023 — May 2024

Produced product photography and managed social media content calendars. Created and scheduled posts to support sustainable packaging initiatives. Drafted press releases and built sales books used in client presentations.

Nexgen Packaging, Westmont, IL


Sales Associate

           May 2019 — August 2022

Tracked store performance and customer buying trends through daily sales reporting. Created engaging product displays, supported inventory organization, and delivered personalized customer experiences that encouraged sales and repeat visits.

Alixandra Collections, Hinsdale, IL