Sam Melby

Sam Melby

Lead Auditorium Tech - Community Education

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Director of Marketing at ACA International, the Association of Credit and Collection Professionals

  • Education

    • Columbia College Chicago

      2014 - 2018
      Bachelor of Arts - BA Film/Cinema/Video Studies 3.79 GPA

      Activities and Societies: Honor's Program, National Society of Collegiate Scholars B.A. in Cinema Art & Science with a minor in Fiction Writing

  • Experience

    • ISD 279

      Sept 2011 - Aug 2016
      Lead Auditorium Tech - Community Education

      -Designed stage lighting and sound setups for events in auditorium-Ran light and sound boards for concerts, religious festivals, dance recitals, and more-Worked alone in a self-motivating environment and received exemplary praise

    • Papa Murphys Take N Bake Pizza

      Sept 2012 - Aug 2015
      Pizza-Maker, Cashier
    • Crazy Pawz, Inc.

      Feb 2016 - May 2018
      Dog Walker

      -Walked and trained dogs, met in person with their owners, and recruited and trained many other walkers

    • Mintahoe Catering & Events

      May 2016 - Aug 2016
      Event Staff

      -Rose up quickly to become a lead server, picnic griller/fryer, and trainer for new employees-Contributed to efficient, professional catering for dozens of events

    • Matrix Partners, Ltd.

      Jan 2018 - Mar 2018
      Public Relations Intern

      -Wrote client and business press releases, client pitches, and compiled categorized media lists -Assisted Public Relations and Social Media coordinators with client prioritization and outreach-Identified internet trends and tracked traffic data -Connected with bloggers, influencers, and magazine editors to pitch products and request reviews-Built strong relationships with consumers and clients through direct outreach and correspondence-Copy-wrote and copy-edited all written communications Show less

    • ACA International, the Association of Credit and Collection Professionals

      May 2018 - now

      Manage content posted to the website and mobile app, edit copy with a clear stylistic voice. -Design and manage marketing emails, including writing captivating copy, thoroughly editing content, and overseeing release schedule of emails sent to thousands of recipients-Create, design, and edit new and existing web content through CRM using HTML/CSS coding, Photoshop, and Illustrator-Develop fresh, innovative marketing strategies for specific content, events, and products

      • Director of Marketing

        Apr 2024 - now
      • Digital Media Manager

        Oct 2020 - Apr 2024
      • Marketing Specialist

        May 2018 - Oct 2020
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Digital Summit Masterclass: Google Analytics: Measure What Matters and Master Visitor Behavior In Your Marketing

      Digital Summit Series
      Aug 2019
    • Google Ads Fundamentals

      Google
      Jun 2018
      View certificate certificate
    • Learning Content Marketing

      Lynda.com
      Jun 2018
      View certificate certificate
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Sam Melby
      Gold Winner 2024 - ACA International 2024 Convention Central Booth Design MarCom Awards - AMCP Oct 2024 Creativity | Design | 343. Other | Expo Booth Design
    • Awarded to Sam Melby
      Gold Winner 2024 - ACA International 2024 Convention Website MarCom Awards - AMCP Oct 2024 Creativity | Design | 315. Graphics
    • Awarded to Sam Melby
      Dean's List (5 Semesters) Columbia College Chicago December 1, 2017
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Fiction Writing Tutor

      Issued by Columbia College Chicago on Sept 2017
      Columbia College ChicagoAssociated with Sam Melby
    • Mission Trip Volunteer

      Issued by YouthWorks on Aug 2012
      YouthWorksAssociated with Sam Melby