Experience

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  Wellington management

  Oct 2007 - Mar 2008

  Presentation specialist

  • Worked in the Publishing Creative Services department to create, edit, and update files with programs such as InDesign, Excel and DeltaGraph. • Partnered one on one with Client Service Analysts to create financial services presentations to clients.

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  Vitalsource

  Mar 2008 - Sept 2017

  • Used Agile methodologies to lead offshore development teams through sprint planning, grooming, and daily standups • Facilitated the implementation of bug fixes and new features for Learningfield Manager, a product that supports 30k+ users • Monitored backlog and prioritized issues based on client and live product customer feedback• Coordinated a product delivery efficiency strategy that resulted in reducing project costs by 50%• Collaborated with Engineers to establish scope, draft functional specifications, and manage project schedules with strong sensitivity to deadlines. This resulted in efficient development cycles and managed client expectations♦ Community Organizing• Spearheaded the first Boston office community service group by organizing regular opportunities for colleagues to give back, through item drives and days of service. • Formed a partnership with United Way to support the company's community service initiative and find agencies in need of monetary donations or volunteer support• Organized toy, food and book drives as well as created out-of-office community service opportunities for fellow employees • Collaborated with designers to create themes and tools for event execution and marketing Show less • Managed a variety of interactive learning projects using Waterfall methodologies - including HTML5 and Flash-based eBooks, interactive engines, and Interactive White Board products - for major publishing-industry clients such as McGraw-Hill Education, Benchmark Education, Wolters Kluwer and Scholastic• Performed budget tracking, kept detailed records, and conveyed the technical, budget, and schedule progress, as well as risks of the project to stakeholders• Hired, trained and led teams of up to 10 contract employees on the use of internal tools and project-focused production tasks •. Collaborated with Engineers to establish scope, draft functional specifications, and manage project schedules with strong sensitivity to deadlines. This resulted in efficient development cycles and managed client expectations Show less

  • Senior Producer

    Apr 2017 - Sept 2017

  • Producer

    Sept 2012 - Apr 2017

  • Associate Producer

    Oct 2009 - Sept 2012

  • Production Assistant

    Mar 2008 - Oct 2009
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  Qualified digital

  Feb 2018 - Jan 2019

  Senior project manager

  Co-managed a small team of in-house design and video resources, implemented new workflows and established guidelines on timelines and stakeholder collaboration.

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  Pure storage

  Jan 2019 - Feb 2020

  Program manager, brand & creative

  Creative operations lead and workflow manager. Managed a small in-house team of design and video resources alongside multiple external agencies to deliver on-time and revenue-driving campaigns driving brand consistency across a worldwide organization.

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  United way of massachusetts bay and merrimack valley

  Sept 2020 - Dec 2020

  Community ambassador, engagement

  As a Community Ambassador, I helped support the Engagement team by creating and running corporate virtual volunteer projects such as mask making, kit builds, adopt a family, coat drives, and calling agency clients with reminders and other helpful information. I helped plan aspects of United Way’s Signature Events such as the Thanksgiving Project, Young Professionals Volunteer Night, which included a virtual cooking class. I assisted with the logistical planning for the upcoming Community Baby Shower that provides important resources and items for new families in need. Show less

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  Apprentice learning

  Apr 2021 - Dec 2023

  Engagement manager

  As the Engagement Manager, I played a pivotal role in overseeing various aspects of our organization's online presence, marketing efforts, corporate engagement, and event management. The position required a versatile skill set, as I wore multiple hats to ensure the success and seamless execution of various initiatives.

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  Community teamwork

  Jan 2024 - now

  Program manager, volunteer center