Sharon Edwards

Sharon Edwards

Placement Counselor

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  • About me

    President, UP Market Media, Inc.

  • Education

    • Norcross High School

      1995 - 1999
      High School Diploma

      Activities and Societies: Varsity Swim Team, DECA

    • Georgia Southern University

      2008 - 2010
      Masters Business Administration

      Activities and Societies: Georgia Southern Equestrian Team

    • Georgia Southern University

      1999 - 2004
      Business Marketing

      Activities and Societies: Georgia Southern Equestrian Team Bachelor's of Science in MarketingMaster's of Business AdministrationServed as President of Georgia Southern Equestrian Team

  • Experience

    • Remington International

      Jan 2005 - Jan 2006
      Placement Counselor
    • Fire Tech Services, Inc.

      Apr 2007 - Feb 2009
      Office Manager

      I handle all of the day-to-day functions of an office of 10 employees. Job duties include:-Accounts Payable-Accounts Recievable-Payroll-Watch financials and make sure all charges are correct and accounted for-Proper coding of all charges-Minor marketing responsibilities-Basic duties such as filing, organization and documentation.

    • Savannah Morning News

      May 2009 - Aug 2012

      Responsible for the advertising sales of various newspaper publications and digital media.Managed an average of 40 accounts per month, which consisted of current customers and new accounts.Contributed over $550,000 of revenue to the company from August 2011 - August 2012 in advertising sales. Worked with customers to determine a successful advertising plan that included online and print advertising.Help develop the advertisements for our customers, and serve as the liaison between our customers and graphic designers.Provided excellent customer service and demonstrated extreme professionalism both in the office and in the field.Consistently grew revenue year over year for the company. Make recommendations for new sales initiatives and products.Products sold include: newspaper advertising, online display advertising, targeted online advertising, email marketing, SEO, SEM, social media management, online reputation management, and website development. Show less Responsible for the advertising sales of various newspaper publications and digital media.Managed an average of 40 accounts per month, which consisted of current customers and new accounts.Contributed over $550,000 of revenue to the company from August 2011 - August 2012 in advertising sales. Worked with customers to determine a successful advertising plan that included online and print advertising.Help develop the advertisements for our customers, and serve as the liaison between our customers and graphic designers.Provided excellent customer service and demonstrated extreme professionalism both in the office and in the field.Consistently grew revenue year over year for the company. Make recommendations for new sales initiatives and products.Products sold include: newspaper advertising, online display advertising, targeted online advertising, email marketing, SEO, SEM, social media management, online reputation management, and website development. Show less Worked directly under the Digital Media Sales Director to assist in driving online advertising revenue.Oversaw implementation of online advertising campaigns.Identify key performance metrics in order to optimize digital media campaigns and make suggestions to improve performance.Evaluated advertising campaigns to ensure accurate delivery and billing.Serve as the liasion between sales executives, accounting and technical team. Responsible for troubleshooting and innovating current processes.Demonstrate extensive knowledge of the evolving media landscape and media consumption habits.Work with the Digital Media team to develop overall sales strategy. This includes developing and implementing new sales strategies, sales training and customer education. Responsible for the monthly reconciliation of all advertising campaigns. Correct any delivery and billing issues.Assist the sales team with sales efforts as needed. Create sales presentations, supply statistics, make suggestions and meet with customers. Show less

      • Multimedia Account Executive

        Apr 2010 - Aug 2012
      • Multi-Media Account Executive

        Jan 2009 - Jan 2012
      • Digital Media Account Specialist

        May 2009 - May 2010
    • Statesboro Magazine

      Aug 2012 - Aug 2013
      Marketing & Sales Executive

      Responsible for advertising sales for a regional publication that focuses on economic development, local history and culture, and good news in the community.Develop and execute new sales and marketing initiatives to continuously meet our customers needs and increase revenue for the publication. Develop new accounts while keeping current customers active and happy.Work with clients to determine a successful marketing plan that fits with in their budget.Attend community events to support and promote our clients and our magazine.Help develop the advertisements for our customers, and serve as the liaison between our customers and graphic designer.Make recommendations to clients on overall marketing strategies. This includes advertising mediums such as: newspaper, television, radio, outdoor, online display, SEO, SEM, website development, email marketing, mobile, and social media. Show less

    • Statesboro Herald

      Aug 2013 - Jan 2014
      Multi-Media Account Executive

      Responsible for the advertising sales of various newspaper publications and digital media.Worked with customers to determine a successful advertising plan that included online and print advertising.Help develop the advertisements for our customers, and serve as the liaison between our customers and graphic designers.Provided excellent customer service and demonstrated extreme professionalism both in the office and in the field.Consistently grew revenue year over year for the company. Make recommendations for new sales initiatives and products.Make recommendations to clients on overall marketing strategies. This includes advertising mediums such as: newspaper, television, radio, outdoor, online display, SEO, SEM, website development, email marketing, mobile, and social media. Show less

    • UP Market Media, Inc

      Feb 2014 - now
      Founder/CEO

      UP Market Media, Inc. focuses on innovate and effective solutions for today's businesses. Website Development & Design, Search Engine Optimization, SMS/MMS Text Message Marketing, Email Marketing, Content Marketing, Digital Advertising Solutions, Product Branding, Graphic Design, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Management, Online Reputation Management and more. UP Market gets the results you need, at a price you can afford.

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Sharon Edwards
      Best Marketing Agency - Best of the Boro Statesboro Herald Nov 2015 UP Market Media, Inc. was voted Best Marketing Agency by readers of the Statesboro Herald.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Member

      Issued by Statesboro Jaycees on Aug 2016
      Statesboro JayceesAssociated with Sharon Edwards
    • Member Board Of Directors

      Issued by Boys & Girls Club of Bulloch County on Apr 2015
      Boys & Girls Club of Bulloch CountyAssociated with Sharon Edwards