Emily Mott
Chicago
Summary
Focused Project Manager with a creative background. Adept at planning, directing, and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying a creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring and empowering teams to excel in performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
CartonCraft Inc.
Aurora, IL
06.2025 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Utilized Design and Marketing experience to leverage client artwork.
Marketing Lead
Puzzle Warehouse
St Louis, MO
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Led cross-channel marketing initiatives across web, email, and socials. Leveraging performance data to drive customer acquisition and consistently surpass KPIs.
- Developed scalable CRM and audience segmentation strategies to personalize marketing, resulting in sustained lifts in retention, engagement, and conversion.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to evolve brand strategy, enhance SEO visibility, and reinforce market leadership in the puzzle space.
Graphic Designer
Puzzle Warehouse
St Louis, MO
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated directly with the CEO to develop cohesive visual campaigns that aligned with core KPIs, contributing to a significant boost in online engagement and repeat customer purchases.
- Transformed abstract marketing goals into visually compelling content, driving a measurable increase in click-through rates and on-site interaction.
- Implemented a streamlined design system for product imagery and promotional materials, accelerating turnaround time for campaigns while maintaining brand consistency.
Meetings and Special Events Coordinator
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company
St Louis, MO
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Delivered elevated experiences by planning and executing high-profile events with precision, reinforcing The Ritz-Carlton’s reputation for excellence. Skills directly transferable to premium brand positioning and experiential marketing.
- Managed end-to-end logistics and stakeholder coordination across departments, thus developing a strong foundation in cross-functional leadership and customer-first strategy.
- Thrived in a fast-paced environment where flawless execution and attention to detail were non-negotiable, instilling a results-driven mindset.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Design
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO12-2021
Skills
- Project Management
- Creative team leadership
- Strategic communications
- Marketing communications
- Resource coordination
- Product packaging
- Event promotion
- Task prioritization
- Client relations
- Deadline oriented
- Customer relations
- Conflict management
Timeline
Project Manager
CartonCraft Inc.
06.2025 - Current
Marketing Lead
Puzzle Warehouse
06.2023 - 07.2025
Graphic Designer
Puzzle Warehouse
11.2022 - 06.2023
Meetings and Special Events Coordinator
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company
03.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Design
Truman State University