Omar Spahi

Experience

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  Apex Investments Inc.

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2015

  President

  I led marketing strategy and campaigns for all rental units with a focus on optimizing website content for key real estate websites such as Zillow. I also oversaw employee payroll, managed construction projects, and led the sales team. In addition, I collaborated with partner firms to manage accounting for 30 units, negotiated with banks regarding legal issues, and successfully navigated two Chapter 11 bankruptcies.HIGHLIGHTS:• I substantially increased overall rentals by recruiting, hiring, and training a high-performing marketing team.• I used effective marketing strategies to achieve 100% occupancy.• I reduced costs during the recession by collaborating with legal teams.• I reduced costs by modifying company loan terms. Show less

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  OSSM Comics

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2016

  Marketing Manager & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

  I orchestrate marketing for a small independent comic book publisher and promote the company’s comics to audiences that include the press and the general public. Additionally, I manage the creative teams for all projects.HIGHLIGHTS:• I optioned 2 original comic series for TV and film development.• I collaborated with Diamond Comics Distributors to make OSSM titles available at stores worldwide.• I created, wrote, and published 10+ comic series, two of which have entered into a second printing. Show less

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  TLC Management Inc

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2019

  Vice President

  I created marketing collateral and campaigns to promote, rent, and sell high-end units located at Ocean Towers, a five-star luxury high-rise. Additionally, I maximized marketing impact by modifying website content to align with the algorithms for Zillow, Trulia, and multiple listing services (MLS). In collaboration with a construction team, I planned and executed renovations on multiple units to increase their appeal. I also strategized with the legal team to resolve various issues.HIGHLIGHTS:• I spearheaded marketing campaigns that increased rental income by 40%.• I appeared on the television show Million Dollar Listing: New York (Bravo network) to market units.• I achieved the highest price per square foot in all of Santa Monica for a unit sold. Show less

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  Dreamer Comics Podcast

  Jan 2018 - now

  Founder, & Owner

  I lead marketing efforts and oversee press outreach for a popular comic book podcast. My role includes establishing KPIs, creating impactful marketing strategies, and developing a formulated marketing plan. Additionally, I launch email campaigns to raise brand awareness and drive engagement, and I leverage social media automation to maximize post reach. I also generate interest and increase audience size by posting original content on social media daily. Furthermore, I drive revenue by developing and managing relationships with key advertisers. In addition to my marketing duties, I also collaborate with producers, editors, and guests to create original iTunes, podcast, and YouTube content for the “Dreamer Comics Podcast” show. Interviewing comic book creators from Marvel, DC Comics, and other leading publishers is one of my key contributions to the Dreamer Comics Podcast. HIGHLIGHTS:• I earned the #1 iTunes ranking for comic book creator podcasts by enacting effective email, social media, and YouTube marketing campaigns and strategies.• I increased viewership 1500% YOY by using social media campaigns, SEO, and SEM to build a community of dedicated comic book fans that includes 1,000+ YouTube channel subscribers.• I leveraged Pinterest to increase website traffic by 2000%.• I used SEO strategies to improve search result rankings; the podcast website now appears on the first page of Google results for targeted keywords. Show less

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  Man Of Action Entertainment

  Oct 2018 - now

  Writer

  Story writer for Cartoon Network's Ben 10

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  Creation Station

  Sept 2019 - now

  Co-Founder
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  Animation Avenue

  Jun 2024 - now

  Co-Founder