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Emma Kennedy

Calgary,Canada

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Director & Photographer

Emma Kennedy Photo LTD
02.2018 - Current


  • Monitors progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.
  • Utilized industry-standard software to design layouts and create storyboards for visual presentations.
  • Coordinates with vendors and suppliers to source materials and equipment needed for production.
  • Develops style guides to promote consistent branding across projects.
  • Directs photo shoots for print and digital media, reviewing each element against client standards and expectations.
  • Designed and implemented cost-effective creative strategies to improve ROI.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to establish timely delivery of materials and achieve mutually beneficial agreements.
  • Mentored and trained junior photographers and stylists to help enhance skills and capabilities.

Marketing & Branding Consultant

LKA Group
02.2022 - 09.2023
  • Created dynamic SEO/SEM strategies to better paid and organic search opportunity.
  • Conducted consumer surveys and analyzed purchasing trends.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement market research strategies.
  • Devised data visualization dashboards to make complex data more accessible to stakeholders.
  • Researched and evaluated potential new markets and products.

Social Media Marketing Manager

Joey’s Only Franchising Limited
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Analyzed and reported on KPIs to validate and demonstrate success of marketing campaigns.
  • Developed creative presentations, trend reports, kitted assets, and product data sheets.
  • Improved website visibility through development and implementation of SEO strategies.
  • Coordinated with design and media teams to develop high-quality creative assets.
  • Established, initiated and optimized business development strategies based on company targets, product specifications, market data, and budget factors.
  • Launched successful digital marketing campaigns that achieved goals for increased website traffic.
  • Generated sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.

Marketing Specialist

POETA Digital Inc
02.2022 - 08.2022


  • Created analytical templates to monitor current and previous months’ campaign performance and KPIs to forecast for future strategies, campaigns, and budgets..
  • Directed successful search engine marketing campaigns using solid linking, technical and keyword research tactics.
  • Worked closely with in-house design team to develop visuals for content.
  • Identified appropriate marketing channels and target customers for campaigns.
  • Shadowed senior personnel on complex marketing pursuits to build skills set.
  • Collaborated closely with graphic designers, and technical staff to produce compliant, on-time proposals.
  • Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.
  • Researched and evaluated potential new markets and products.

Sales Representative

TELUS COMMUNICATIONS INC.
06.2016 - 10.2021
  • Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
  • Developed and maintained comprehensive understanding of products, services and competitors to enhance customer experience.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.

Education

BBA - Human Resource Management

Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB

BBA - Marketing

Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB
04.2024

Skills

  • Expert in Adobe Creative Suite
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Team Development
  • Creative Team Collaboration
  • Brand Messaging
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Active Listening

Timeline

Social Media Marketing Manager

Joey’s Only Franchising Limited
08.2022 - 02.2023

Marketing & Branding Consultant

LKA Group
02.2022 - 09.2023

Marketing Specialist

POETA Digital Inc
02.2022 - 08.2022

Creative Director & Photographer

Emma Kennedy Photo LTD
02.2018 - Current

Sales Representative

TELUS COMMUNICATIONS INC.
06.2016 - 10.2021

BBA - Human Resource Management

Mount Royal University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Mount Royal University

BBA - Marketing

Mount Royal University
Emma Kennedy