Ashleigh Lee, MSJ

Experience

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  University Daily Kansan

  Dec 2011 - Dec 2013

  Create and schedule post for Instagram, Twitter and FacebookBudget stories for daily productionWork with various editors for ensure content is accurate and relevant Track and monitor social media growth and development. Photograph news stories and campus events for print and web Worked with editors and writers to establish timelines and deadlinesCreated web galleries to drive website trafficImaged pictures for newspaper production Maintained staff photographersDelegated photo requestsPrepared photos for web and printMaintained social media accountsAssisted in daily budget and production Photograph assignment requestsCreated web galleriesPrepared pictures for print and webAttended traveled to news and sport events

  • Associate Social Media Editor

    Aug 2013 - Dec 2013

  • Staff Photographer

    Dec 2010 - Dec 2013

  • Photo Editor

    May 2012 - May 2013

  • Associate Photo Editor

    Dec 2011 - May 2012
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  Simon Cardwell Photography

  May 2013 - Jul 2013

  Intern

  I worked with Simon as part of a study abroad internship through CAPA during the summer of 2013. I helped Simon with filing, sorting, numbering photos, on sets of television shows and movies, I did studio work during photo shoots and I helped with merchandise when shooting for a clothing line.

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  University Daily Kansan

  Jun 2014 - Aug 2014

  Arts and Culture Columnist

  Wrote arts and entertainment pieces for the summer editionBudgeted story ideas with editorsResearched relevant topics and interests Copy edited stories in preparation for print and web production

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  The University of Kansas

  Jun 2014 - May 2015

  Student Research Assistant

  Designed store audit form to monitor tobacco marketing around Douglas CountyConducted store audits through survey questionsGathered social media posts from major electronic cigarette companiesAnalyzed and code survey results using Excel

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  Goldmakers Fine Jewelry

  Aug 2014 - Jan 2016

  Social Media Manager and Sales Associate

  Created original content for social media platforms such as Instagram and FacebookMaintained store website through redesigning, uploading new content and attracting traffic through social mediaPhotographed new merchandise and post to social media accounts and websitePlanned in-store events through promotional marketing tools using email newsletters and postcard mail outs.

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  Pennington & Company

  Jun 2015 - Jul 2016

  Alumni Relations Consultant

  Worked on a team to manage fundraising communication and public relation materials for 35 plus clientsCreated email blasts containing relevant information, including save the dates, newslettersManaged a working alumni database for each chapter on my teamWrote spotlight and lead articles for newsletters, solicitation letters and other special mailingsPrepared and analyzed monthly reports indicating fundraising progress and campaign status

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  Village Green

  Jul 2016 - Feb 2017

  Sales Consultant

  Worked in a lease-up environment by driving traffic and new businessCreated awareness through community outreach, social media and traditional onlineadvertisingToured potential residents around the communityPosted on social media outlets with up-to-date availability and priceMaintained all applicant and resident filesEstablished and maintain relationships with residents, prospective residents, allcustomers and co-workers

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  DST Systems

  Mar 2017 - Sept 2018

  Client Relations Specialist

  Provide daily support for US Bank's mutual fund systemsEstablish work priorities, plan projects and work within given timelinesResearch and investigate problems within the systems as instructed by clients Collaborate with clients and programmers to provide day-to-day tasks and work requestsEnsure service level agreements are achieved in a satisfactory and timely manner Assist with budgeting, billing and contract administrationMaintain a working knowledge of mutual fund system platforms such as TA2000 and SmartDeskReview and verify invoicesReconcile outstanding invoicesCoordinate approval and payments for invoices and creditsCreate procedures and manuals for DST and its clients Show less

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  Imperfect Fifth

  Oct 2017 - now

  Freelance Photographer and Writer

  Coordinate with editor on assignments and potential opportunitiesAttend, photograph and review concerts and events Edit content for social media and web postings

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  Matador Network

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  Freelance Writer

  Write articles within a given promptMaintain communication with editors to ensure deadlines are metPitch article ideas

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  JournoHQ

  Aug 2018 - Jan 2019

  Freelance Writer

  Pitch and develop article ideas Contribute photography to posts

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  Garmin International

  Sept 2018 - Aug 2020

  Internal Communication Associate

  Open tickets in Jira, for one-off, non-campaign internal client requestsCoordinate internal communication flyers execution throughout Garmin facilitiesSupport corporate events including associates communication, photos, registrations, etc.Curate content and write articles for the internal blogAssist in corporate handbook updatesSchedule corporate photography and digital asset ingestion requestsManage the internal digital display system, channels and content

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  Mind Equals Blow

  Aug 2019 - Apr 2021

  Writer and Photographer

  Pitch concerts and event coverage for the monthly content calendarMaintain relationships with public relations representatives of bands and artistsAttend and photograph concerts eventsEdit photos and write recaps for events

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  Freelance

  Aug 2020 - Mar 2021

  Account Manager
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  Mississippi State University

  Apr 2021 - Aug 2022

  Communications Specialist

  - Work in coordination with the Shared Advancement Services within the Division of Development and Alumni at the Mississippi State University Alumni Association and Foundation- Develop content for the Mississippi State University Foundation publications, such as Foundations Magazine, Alumnus Magazine, press releases, annual reports, stewardship pieces and more- Determine distribution strategies for content- Maintain knowledge of the university's eight colleges and their deans and development officers to curate stories for publication- Collaborate with internal teams, such as the stewardship coordinators, donor relations coordinator, publication manager, graphic designer and digital and social media specialists to develop content- Build relationships with donors and alumni for feature stories- Write, edit and review copy for communication projects while adhering to university and AP style guidelines for accurate and error-free content Show less

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  The University of Kansas School of Business

  Aug 2022 - now

  Communication Coordinator

  - Generate content for the School of Business social media channels, including research, editing, designing, posting- Write, edit and produce news and informational pieces for print and digital platforms like news releases, School of Business website, emails, print mail and more- Maintain the school's web presence through website updates, page creation, blog posting- Sustain a content and communication calendar for social media, emails, web updates and more- Develop marketing plans and materials for student enrichment programs, degree programs, school and university events Show less