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GRAHAM BLUS
Chicago
Summary
A results-driven digital marketing professional with solid history in curating and managing social media campaigns. Known for enhancing online presence and fostering community engagement. Committed to teamwork and adaptable to changing trends, delivering consistent and reliable outcomes for any brand he works with.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Manager - Influencer Coordinator
The Status Group
Chicago
07.2024 - Current
- Manages over a dozen brands on social media
- Posts on 3-5 times a week (Facebook, TikTok, Instagram)
- Created and implemented paid targeted social media campaigns, driving engagement.
- Passionately engaged with online communities to strengthen brand loyalty and customer relationships in dozens of different brand voices.
- Cultivated improvements in audience engagement and brand visibility through strategic outreach and content initiatives.
- Builds content calendars - Native and programs like Go High Level.
- I have been an on camera personality to represent brands when needed and adapts to different brand voices.
- Developed and implemented innovative social media strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Analyzed social media metrics to refine content strategy and improve audience targeting.
- Optimized posting schedules based on platform-specific analytics to maximize content visibility.
- Drives traffic to value items (email lists, giveaways, signups)
Content Creator, Photographer, Video and Content strategy
Graham Blus Brand Activation
Chicago
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Developed and executed creative content ideas aligned with brand objectives and target audience engagement
- Identified emerging trends in content creation, photography, and video production to enhance brand activation strategies
- Utilize photography and videography skills to capture engaging content
- Documented events through photography and videography to create engaging content for promotional use
- Produced visually striking food images to enhance marketing materials and social media presence
- Connected brands with customers through compelling storytelling and visual content
Content Producer & Editor
Full Bars Media
Chicago
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Oversaw and managed podcast production from conception, execution, editing, and hand-off.
- Developed an interview series for clients with a curated list of 20+ value-added questions to promote brand identity.
- Managed and edited 100 hours of footage to build content to attract consumer engagement and retention.
- Collaborated with teammates and clients to execute projects, then independently edited content to ensure client satisfaction.
- Created unique content with a calendar plan for company social media and marketing.
- Created engaging content that aligned with brand messaging and targeted audience, driving traffic and increasing social media engagement.
- Collaborated with clients and team members to develop creative concepts for video and audio content.
Sales Associate & Sous Chef
Middleby Residential
Chicago
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Represented 10 brands and educated 20-60 prospects per day to inspire clients to build their dream kitchen.
- Successfully tracked and contributed to $300,000+ in product sales in 6 months after COVID-19 reopening.
- Captured professional photographs/videos for social media marketing.
- Conducted virtual sales calls during the pandemic leading to a record-high sales increase in Chicago.
- Provided excellent customer service to address client questions, concerns, and recommendations.
- Prepped as sous chef for 600+ guests in 40+ events and trainings.
- Proactively created a smooth and efficient kitchen environment for the head chef by cleaning, organizing, while tending to guest dining needs.
- Maintained and cleaned 40+ appliances daily for optimum presentation.
Co-Founder
Rovely
Chicago
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Created the brand identity through concept, testing, branding, and selling.
- Collaborated with international developers to execute the software.
- Showcased value-added product features to investors.
- Conducted cold calls to potential clients during the beta phase and beyond.
- Implemented marketing strategies from gorilla marketing, social media, blogs, and in-person demonstrations.
Film Jobs, Production Assistant
Various production companies
Chicago
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Production Assistant
- Worked on productions doing a wide range of work.
- Equipment setup
- Assist a production in any means possible
- Transported goods safely to designated locations on schedule.
Education
Associate of Applied Sciences (AAS) - Cinematography
FlashPoint Chicago
Chicago01.2012
Skills
- Social Media Marketing
- Paid Ads on social media
- Social media management
- Content Strategy
- Content creation - video, photography
- Photo and video editing
- Brand engagement
- Lead generation
- Brand identity
- Marketing and Sales
- On Camera Personality
- Teamwork and collaboration
Interests
Personal Information
Title: SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETER
Timeline
Social Media Manager - Influencer Coordinator
The Status Group
07.2024 - Current
Content Creator, Photographer, Video and Content strategy
Graham Blus Brand Activation
06.2022 - 07.2024
Content Producer & Editor
Full Bars Media
01.2021 - 01.2022
Sales Associate & Sous Chef
Middleby Residential
01.2019 - 01.2021
Co-Founder
Rovely
01.2014 - 01.2018
Film Jobs, Production Assistant
Various production companies
01.2011 - 01.2013
Associate of Applied Sciences (AAS) - Cinematography
FlashPoint Chicago