Elise Smith

Experience

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  Blowfish Malibu

  Oct 2009 - Oct 2012

  • Produced and directed the Fall 2012 photo shoot under budget, and at one third of the cost of any prior campaign. • Increased brand awareness and reached key influencers by organizing and executing several in-person events.• Launched the “It Girl” campaign, profiling a female creative on the blog and marketing “It Girl” product selections.• Recruited, interviewed, hired, trained, and managed staff, as well as supervised additional content contributors. • Launched Blowfish social media accounts and grew Facebook fans to 50K+, Twitter to 4K+, and Instagram to 900+.• Developed and maintained blogger ambassador program that generated over $60,000 in sales during its first year.• Grew email subscribers from 200 to over 100,000 through execution of the highly successful “Shoe a Day” campaign.• Helped launch www.blowfishshoes.com, advising on brand positioning, social media and functionality.

  • Director of Marketing

    Sept 2011 - Oct 2012

  • Brand Manager

    Oct 2009 - Sept 2011
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  Capitol Debate

  Jan 2013 - May 2013

  Marketing Coordinator

  • Conceived and implemented much of the company’s internal organizational structure. • Instructed team members on best practices to increase output and facilitate communication of corporate objectives.• Designed all new marketing materials, including proposals, brochures, a new logo, and business cards.• Coordinated and executed website updates and maintenance working with a team of developers.

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  Freckled Nest Design

  Jun 2013 - Nov 2013

  Community Manager

  • Provided high level project management and customer service; connecting clients, designers, and developers.• Responded to all client project requests, assessing each and providing an action plan and instructions to the team.• Led weekly meetings with company owners, providing updates and information on all business areas. • Assisted with administration of budgets, company-wide payroll, client invoicing, and financial record-keeping.

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  Nadel

  Nov 2014 - Nov 2016

  Account Manager

  • Developed multi-tiered agency relationships with vendors and colleagues to ensure the absolute satisfaction of clients.• Efficiently managed numerous projects and deliverables simultaneously, totaling over $750,000 in sales each year. • Coordinated projects from start to finish; keeping the process seamless from initial conception to finished product.• Continually developed new business opportunities including creating client presentations and new business pitches.

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  G. Cox & Associates

  Feb 2017 - now

  Interior Plantscape Technician

  • Meticulously maintained plantscapes at multi-family housing properties and businesses throughout the bay area. • Installed plantscapes for most new clients, working solo or with a small team to efficiently complete client requests. • Designed client inventory forms that facilitated communication about change requests and were adopted by the team. • Selected to perform maintenance at several personal homes and trusted to act as a high-level contact for these clients.

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  Eureka! Restaurant Group

  May 2018 - Dec 2018

  Server

  • Maintained a thorough knowledge of all food, drink, and rotating menus in order to respond accurately to guests’ inquiries and suggest appropriate items to create an enthusiastic and unique experience for every table. • Greeted all guests with personal style and provided personable, helpful and efficient food service while maintaining a high level of contribution to the restaurant.• Consistently assisted colleagues throughout the shift, especially during rush periods, to foster and promote teamwork while providing exceptional service and guest dining experience. Show less

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  Burke Williams Day Spas, Inc.

  Apr 2019 - now

  Massage Therapist

  • Provide massage in a luxury day spa setting, maintaining high standards of professionalism with every guest.• Provide a range of massage services including Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, hot stones, and aromatherapy.• Consult with clients to determine treatment goals, special requests, and potential contraindications. • Recommend aftercare and homework for clients to perform at home, extending the relationship beyond the spa. •

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  Be Held Bodywork

  Sept 2019 - now

  Owner + Massage Therapist

  My mission is to hold space for your journey of healing and support your body’s innate ability to bring itself back into balance, using a range of therapeutic modalities so that you leave the table feeling seen, supported, refreshed, and rejuvenated.I am dedicated to using my empathetic and intuitive skills to listen and respond to your body’s signals in order to customize each session to accommodate your requests and help you achieve your goals.I am based in San Jose and provide mobile massage throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. I would love to hold space for you on your own journey. Show less