Nora Isabel Cross
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Project Manager and Sustainability Coordinator with 6+ years of experience leading green initiatives, digital campaigns, and stakeholder engagement across nonprofit, government, and commercial sectors. Skilled in zero-waste implementation, digital production, and grant writing. Passionate about data-driven communication for environmental impact. Bilingual (English/Spanish) with a Master's in Cultural and Creative Industries and certifications in sustainability, project management, and data analysis.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Consultant
Theatre Of Hearts/Youth First
05.2025 - Current
- Provided programmatic and operational support, including staffing coordination, content development, and administrative assistance.
- Strengthened outreach efforts by contributing to strategic communications and event logistics.
- Enhanced efficiency across departments through collaborative cross-functional support.
Community Outreach Fellow
LA Sanitation and Environment (LASAN), City of Los Angeles
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Co-authored Environmental Justice and Urban Greening outreach strategies.
- Coordinated and executed tree planting and adoption events in collaboration with nonprofit partners.
- Engaged with diverse communities to increase program awareness and participation.
- Designed and led public outreach campaigns to promote urban forestry and sustainability programs.
On-Set Sustainability Coordinator
Good Planet Innovation
06.2022 - 09.2024
- Led sustainability initiatives on commercial film sets, achieving 85-90% landfill waste diversion.
- Managed on-site zero waste systems, including composting, recycling, and hydration stations for crews of 150-300 people.
- Served as primary liaison for crew sustainability education and compliance.
- Collected, analyzed, and reported environmental data for Zero Waste impact summaries.
Project Manager (Digital Projects)
Audio Dice Network
04.2020 - 01.2022
- Directed end-to-end production for bilingual podcast content, producing 25+ episodes in English and Spanish.
- Increased online engagement and monthly listenership by 10% through improved project coordination and task optimization.
- Oversaw design and SEO optimization for network websites including ADN Radio and Latin Podcast Awards.
- Used Asana and Monday to manage content pipelines and team workflows.
Project Manager
Hispanic Outreach Leadership and Action (HOLA)
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Secured funding through successful grant proposals for regional outreach initiatives.
- Led a data-informed campaign that boosted event attendance by 25% and enhanced brand visibility.
- Planned and executed the organization's first annual Community Fair, drawing 300+ attendees and 18 service providers.
- Managed digital platforms, including social media, website, and email newsletters.
Key Account Manager
Club Premier (Aeromexico/American Express)
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Managed Club Premier's flagship commercial account with American Express, driving strategic growth and engagement.
- Executed integrated digital marketing campaigns to elevate brand presence and loyalty.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams across sales, branding, and digital channels.
- Led strategic planning meetings with senior stakeholders to align account objectives and performance targets.
Education
Master of Arts - Cultural Management And Creative Industries
Pompeu Fabra University
Barcelona, SpainBachelor of Arts - Dramatic Literature And Theater
National Autonomous University of Mexico
Mexico City, MexicoSkills
- Languages: English, Spanish (native)
- Project Tools: Asana, Monday, MS Project, Jira, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Data & Tech: SQL, Data Analysis, Digital Marketing
- Media: Premiere Pro, Adobe Audition, Podcasting
- Design: Canva
- Core Skills: Project Planning, Public Outreach, Stakeholder Engagement, Live Events Production
Certification
In Progress:
- Data Analysis Certification (2025)
- LEED Green Associate (2025)
Completed:
- Sustainability Services Technician – Santa Monica College (2025)
- Certified Associate in Project Management (PMI, 2023)
- Women's Entrepreneurship – Cornell University/BoA (2022)
- Certified Career Coach – ACECC (2020)
- Digital Marketing – Rob Percival (2020), Google (2018)
Timeline
Program Consultant
Theatre Of Hearts/Youth First
05.2025 - Current
Community Outreach Fellow
LA Sanitation and Environment (LASAN), City of Los Angeles
09.2024 - 05.2025
On-Set Sustainability Coordinator
Good Planet Innovation
06.2022 - 09.2024
Project Manager (Digital Projects)
Audio Dice Network
04.2020 - 01.2022
Project Manager
Hispanic Outreach Leadership and Action (HOLA)
02.2019 - 02.2020
Key Account Manager
Club Premier (Aeromexico/American Express)
05.2018 - 10.2018
Master of Arts - Cultural Management And Creative Industries
Pompeu Fabra University
Bachelor of Arts - Dramatic Literature And Theater
National Autonomous University of Mexico
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