
Sharon Edwards
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About me
President, UP Market Media, Inc.
Education

Norcross High School
1995 - 1999High School DiplomaActivities and Societies: Varsity Swim Team, DECA

Georgia Southern University
2008 - 2010Masters Business AdministrationActivities and Societies: Georgia Southern Equestrian Team

Georgia Southern University
1999 - 2004Business MarketingActivities 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 2006Placement Counselor
Fire Tech Services, Inc.
Apr 2007 - Feb 2009Office ManagerI 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 2012Responsible 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 2012Multi-Media Account Executive
Jan 2009 - Jan 2012Digital Media Account Specialist
May 2009 - May 2010

Statesboro Magazine
Aug 2012 - Aug 2013Marketing & Sales ExecutiveResponsible 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 2014Multi-Media Account ExecutiveResponsible 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 - nowFounder/CEOUP 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
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Semrush for Digital Agencies Certification
SemrushSept 2022
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Sharon EdwardsBest 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
Associated with Sharon EdwardsMember Board Of Directors
Issued by Boys & Girls Club of Bulloch County on Apr 2015
Associated with Sharon Edwards
Languages
- enEnglish
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