Sara Schulz

Experience

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  University of Louisiana Lafayette Office of Enrollment Services

  May 2004 - Jun 2005

  Admissions Counselor; Student Orientation Staff Advisor

  As part of a recruitment team, increase first time freshmen applications by 30% Assist in planning and execution of 26 first time freshman, adult, and transfer orientation programsConduct selection and interview process for new and returning volunteers Plan and execute campus visit day that hosted 200 potential freshmen and their familiesCounsel students in various stages of the admissions process via telephone, scheduled appointments, and walk-in visits Research and create teaching materials for continuing education class devoted to educational leadershipProficient use of Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, Outlook and Adobe Illustrator Show less

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  Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

  Dec 2005 - Dec 2011

  Support the development and execution of marketing materials including brochures, fliers, catalogs, and websites Coordinate participation at conferences, exhibits, and other marketing events and provide logistical support for eventsMaintain online database of promotional materials, competitive analysis, program descriptions, and researchProvide daily support to the sales force by providing product information and assisting with tech product functionalityFollow-up on customer, sales force, and competitive needs in product development process in collaboration with product managersExecute pricing guidelines for price increases, new programs, and state customized productsSupport the recruitment of program authors, advisory board members, and pilot schoolsAssist Product Managers with documentation needed for submissions, bids, and proposalsManage sample box process including sample strategy development, packaging design, and sample creation and maintenanceCollaborate with other marketing staff and departments in the coordination of projects, processes, and informationAssist Director with creating and monitoring marketing budget to ensure that travel, promotion, exhibits, and entertainment stay within approved budget Proficient use of Lotus Notes databases, SAP, EMC Documentum eRoom, and the Microsoft Office Suite Show less Managed a 30-member cross-site team of internal colleagues and external vendorsPlanned, managed, and directed the production of several single and multi-level programs including print, media, and online components assuring that all projected deadlines were met. Developed, monitored, and modified processes for multiple types of workflow including traditional paper workflow, PDF, and K4/InCopy/InDesignSelected and contracted with appropriate vendors for type, separation, print, and media manufacturing within constructs budgetPrepare bid materials, field vendor questions, review quotes and communicate with managerMonitor vendor quality and timelinessSkillfully negotiate difficult situations among internal departments.Created, maintained, and analyzed project schedules for multiple product lines with overlapping production timelinesConduct 2-4 weekly status meetings including creation and distribution of agendas and schedules before the meeting, typing meeting notes, timely distribution of notes, and follow-up of action items outlined in discussionUL Lafayette Office of Enrollment Services Show less

  • Marketing Associate

    Jun 2008 - Dec 2011

  • Production Project Manager

    Jul 2007 - Jun 2008

  • Production Coordinator

    Dec 2005 - Jul 2007
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  The University of Texas at Austin

  Oct 2011 - May 2014

  Advise approximately 350 math, physics, and astronomy students about topics including degree plans, dual degrees, major changes, scholastic probation, and other topics related to the successful completion of a degree at the University of Texas.

  • Assistant Academic Advisor--College of Natural Science Math, Physics, Astronomy Advising Center

    Oct 2012 - May 2014

  • Administrative Associate

    Oct 2011 - Oct 2012
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  Sapling Learning

  Mar 2014 - Oct 2014

  Biology Copy Editor--Contract via Headway Workforce Solutions

  Copy edit questions for the Biology higher education program using Sapling's proprietary software

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  Hand to Hold

  Oct 2014 - Jun 2020

  End to end management of our online store from product development and pricing, through inventory and packaging, to shipping orders and providing excellent customer service to individuals, internal customers, other nonprofits, and hospitals. Special projects include but are not limited to overseeing the community volunteer program and managing the volunteer coordinator. Maintain inventory, coordinate logistics, select and create packaging, and fulfill orders for Hand to Hold's Medical Professional's Store. I work with the development team and a group of volunteers to plan and execute fundraising and appreciation events for an Austin-based nonprofit with global reach.

  • Project Manager, Online Store and Special Projects

    Jan 2020 - Jun 2020

  • Senior E-Commerce Coordinator

    Jan 2019 - Jan 2020

  • Volunteer Coordinator and Programs Team Support

    Jan 2017 - Jan 2020

  • Events Coordinator

    Oct 2014 - Jan 2017
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  Austin Community College

  Jun 2020 - now

  • Manager, Academic Technology Projects at Austin Community College

    Jul 2021 - now

  • Coordinator, Instructional Technology Projects

    Jun 2020 - Jul 2021