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Sezin Arslan

Toronto,ON

Summary

Marketing professional with 9+ years of experience, showcasing strong strategic thinking and analytical skills. Known for exceptional organization and attention to detail, consistently creating a captivating brand image. Demonstrated expertise in customer relations, digital & social media, communication, project management, copywriting, strategy, public relations, partnerships, and outlet marketing.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

Marketing Manager

Heal House
Toronto, Ontario
03.2024 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to advertising and promotions.
  • Created content for promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, and websites.
  • Tracked budgets for all marketing initiatives and provided regular updates.
  • Generated ideas to increase sales through creative promotions.
  • Collaborated with internal teams on product launches and advertising strategies.
  • Assisted in developing pricing strategies that maximize profits while maintaining customer loyalty.
  • Drafted press releases announcing new products or services.
  • Managed creation of marketing materials, collateral and sales support tools.
  • Planned and executed campaigns for corporate promotion, launching of new product lines.
  • Managed the design and production of promotional materials, such as websites and brochures.

Marketing Manager

Avicanna
Toronto, ON
03.2023 - 02.2024
  • Maintained a brand-aligned social media and event calendar, leveraging current industry and marketing trends
  • Created and managed content across various platforms, ensuring consistency with brand messaging and strategy
  • Collaborated effectively with the sales team to create and update the event calendar, resulting in a 30% increase in sales
  • Enhanced brand reliability through effective communication with retail stores
  • Specialized in the pharmaceutical, cannabis, and health industry, focusing on cannabinoid-based therapeutic solutions
  • Implemented marketing systems encompassing automation, email campaigns, and web analytics, yielding a 50% enhancement in lead generation and a 25% increase in conversion rates
  • Managed PR messaging and executed PR events and promotions to boost brand visibility
  • Identified and cultivated partnerships internally and externally to enhance marketing efforts and brand reach

Marketing Specialist

Heal House
Toronto, ON
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Crafted significant digital and social media marketing strategies, boosting client retention by innovating strategies
  • Specialized in website blog creation and SEO optimization to enhance online visibility and drive organic traffic, increasing it by 15%
  • Led the development of marketing campaigns and initiatives across multiple channels, including digital, social media, print, and events
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align marketing efforts with business objectives
  • Executed significant marketing plans to drive brand awareness, customer acquisition, and retention
  • Established and maintained partnerships with local businesses and influencers to enhance brand presence
  • Developed and managed marketing opportunities for outlet services and ancillary products

Marketing Manager

Sharpcake
Istanbul, Turkey
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Implemented significant content strategies and created effective campaigns for digital & social media platforms, resulting in a 40% increase in engagement and a 25% growth in the follower base
  • Crafted comprehensive marketing plans and strategies, driving a 35% increase in brand visibility and a 20% growth in market share
  • Successfully managed multiple international brands, leading to a 30% improvement in engagement rates and increased brand recognition in diverse markets
  • Demonstrated expertise in the automotive lubricants, online retail, grocery, and battery industry
  • Developed marketing plans and strategies, driving a 35% increase in brand visibility and a 20% growth in market share
  • Established and nurtured strategic partnerships to enhance marketing efforts and expand brand reach
  • Managed marketing initiatives for outlet services and ancillary products, increasing customer engagement and sales

Marketing Manager

Interesting Engineering
San Francisco, CA
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Maintained a brand-aligned social media calendar, leveraging current industry and marketing trends
  • Achieved growth rates of 32% on Instagram, 32% on TikTok, and 42% on LinkedIn
  • Contributed to strategic content development across various communication channels
  • Managed and oversaw all digital campaigns, including database marketing and display advertising initiatives
  • Partnered with relevant teams to facilitate the creation, implementation, communication, and monitoring of marketing campaigns
  • Drove a notable 17% increase in company-wide marketing sales across the US

Content & Communication Manager

Decathlon
Istanbul, Turkey
08.2015 - 06.2018
  • Worked on social media marketing, digital advertising, and SEO, leading a content team to increase web traffic by 20% through strategic content planning and execution
  • Crafted a cohesive web content strategy and analyzed content impact, boosting SEO rankings & audience engagement
  • Led a content team to increase web traffic by 20% through strategic content planning and execution
  • Leveraged target keywords to produce high-quality content that enhances SEO and delivers valuable and engaging information to the audience
  • Analyzed content impact and refined keyword strategies, boosting SEO rankings & audience engagement
  • Composed various types of documents including proposals, letters, emails.
  • Coordinated press releases and responded to media inquiries in a timely manner.

Jr. Social & Digital Marketing Specialist

Mey Diageo
Istanbul, Turkey
03.2012 - 08.2015
  • Coordinated innovative digital marketing strategies, amplifying brand visibility and driving web traffic
  • Oversaw social media presence across diverse platforms, crafting engaging content and expanding the follower base
  • Contributed to copywriting, editing, and proofreading efforts for emails and websites
  • Executed paid search campaigns with precision, from keyword research to campaign optimization
  • Provided guidance to team members on effective SEO tactics, enhancing online performance
  • Tailored messaging to resonate with targeted consumer demographics, optimizing market appeal
  • Managed marketing campaigns for outlet services and ancillary products, increasing customer engagement and sales

Education

Communication Studies -

Portland Community College
12.2019

Public Relations and Marketing -

Istanbul University
12.2014

Skills

  • SEO Optimization
  • Project Management
  • Social Media Management
  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
  • Email and Newsletter Marketing
  • CRM & SMR
  • Communication
  • Paid Media Advertising
  • Customer Acquisition
  • Brand Management
  • Time Management
  • Leadership
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Copywriting
  • Google Analytics

Portfolio

  • LinkedIn Profile, https://www.linkedin.com/in/marketingsezinarslan/
  • Portfolio, https://nsezinarslan.myportfolio.com/

Certification

Email and Newsletter Marketing Foundations, LinkedIn, 03/2024

Email Marketing, Skills: Email Marketing, Dec 2023, Jan 2026

Inbound Marketing Certification, HubSpot, Nov 2023, Nov 2026

Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Google, Nov 2023, Dec 2023

Timeline

Marketing Manager

Heal House
03.2024 - Current

Marketing Manager

Avicanna
03.2023 - 02.2024

Marketing Specialist

Heal House
10.2021 - 06.2022

Marketing Manager

Sharpcake
09.2019 - 01.2021

Marketing Manager

Interesting Engineering
09.2018 - 08.2019

Content & Communication Manager

Decathlon
08.2015 - 06.2018

Jr. Social & Digital Marketing Specialist

Mey Diageo
03.2012 - 08.2015

Communication Studies -

Portland Community College

Public Relations and Marketing -

Istanbul University
Sezin Arslan