
Somyia Hilal
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About me
Brand Strategist
Education

University of Houston
2019 - 2022Bachelor's degree Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia- Graduated Summa Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.96. - Awarded Dean’s List from 2019 - 2022. - Received the Jerry Waite Excellence Scholarship in 2022.- Expanded skills in UX design, UX research, graphic design, web design, printing, branding, content strategy, illustration, and photography.- Learned to leverage multimedia channels to communicate effectively to the right audience, at the right time, implementing the right medium. - Obtained a minor in Technology Leadership and… Show more - Graduated Summa Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.96. - Awarded Dean’s List from 2019 - 2022. - Received the Jerry Waite Excellence Scholarship in 2022.- Expanded skills in UX design, UX research, graphic design, web design, printing, branding, content strategy, illustration, and photography.- Learned to leverage multimedia channels to communicate effectively to the right audience, at the right time, implementing the right medium. - Obtained a minor in Technology Leadership and Innovation Management, with skills such as sales, marketing, and project management. Show less
Experience

5+8
Sept 2022 - Jan 2023Social Media Intern• Developed and implemented social media strategies and editorial calendars via Sprout Social for 5 businesses and boosted engagement, followers, and conversions by 23%. • Created, edited, and published content, such as graphics, videos, and stories across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. • Performed extensive industry research and trend forecasting, offering valuable insights for strategic decision-making, product prioritization, and content creation aligned with audiences and market trends.• Coordinated influencer marketing programs and managed collaborations with 155 influencers and directly increased collaborations by 26%. Show less

Freelance
Jan 2023 - nowBrand Strategist• Partnered with clients to understand business goals, target audience, and unique selling propositions, delivering tailored solutions to achieve KPIs, driving brand awareness and engagement by 17%.• Designed cohesive branding assets, including logos, imagery, product mockups, and print materials to effectively communicate brand values and resonate with target audiences.• Tailored messaging for targeted markets, devising compelling copy across email campaigns, social media posts, advertisements, website content, and sales materials.• Monitored and reported on KPIs using Google Analytics and other analytics tools, providing insights and recommendations to optimize social media and SEO strategies. Show less

University of Houston
May 2024 - nowProject Manager- Coordinate outreach and coordination efforts, successfully recruiting diverse religious groups across Houston for participation in the interfaith artwork, Prayer (Houston).- Oversee project logistics, including scheduling, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication, ensuring smooth execution of the multi-participant artwork.- Facilitate audio recording sessions by guiding participants through instructions, managing technical aspects, and creating a comfortable environment for diverse religious expressions. Show less
Licenses & Certifications
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Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design
Coursera | GoogleSept 2022 - View certificate

Social Media Marketing Foundations
LinkedInSept 2022 - View certificate

Marketing: Copywriting for Social Media
LinkedInOct 2022
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Somyia HilalJerry Waite Excellence Scholarship University of Houston Aug 2022
- Awarded to Somyia HilalDean's List University of Houston Aug 2019
- Awarded to Somyia HilalExcellence in Research & Application HSS Feb 2014
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