Darliah Adams

Darliah Adams

Cultural experience writer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Project Development Manager

  • Education

    • University of Iowa

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      Bachelor of Arts - BA COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS
    • University of Iowa

      2014 - 2018
      Bachelor of Arts - BA COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS Graduate

      Activities and Societies: Alpha Phi Omega, Herky C.A.R.E.S, National Association of Black Journalist, Hawkeye Caucus

    • COOP Fellowship

      2024 - 2024
      Digital Marketing

      • Engaged in a 16-week fellowship program, acquiring expertise in SEO writing, SEM Ads, Facebook/Instagram Ads, Twitter Ads, LinkedIn Ads, Programmatic Ad buys, & more• ~200 hours of instruction time with a hands-on mastery of digital marketing platforms, communication/presentation training, networking, and client work with actual companies• A highly selective program that admits underemployed college graduates from underresourced & marginalized communities• Strategize Digital… Show more • Engaged in a 16-week fellowship program, acquiring expertise in SEO writing, SEM Ads, Facebook/Instagram Ads, Twitter Ads, LinkedIn Ads, Programmatic Ad buys, & more• ~200 hours of instruction time with a hands-on mastery of digital marketing platforms, communication/presentation training, networking, and client work with actual companies• A highly selective program that admits underemployed college graduates from underresourced & marginalized communities• Strategize Digital Marketing campaigns with a pod group of 8, aligning with the client’s overall business goals and objectives Show less

  • Experience

    • National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)

      Feb 2015 - Nov 2019
      Cultural experience writer

      • Demonstrated ability to be insightful, funny, opinionated, thought provoking, game and write in an array of modes, with a knack for mounting surprising, persuasive arguments and finding unexplored angles on familiar subjectso Generated ideas for quick analysis, essays, reported features, cover stories, and conversation-starting (or conversation-ending) work on newscasts, social media and print publicationo Participated in in strategy brainstorms, ideation, and concept development and oversee mock creation Show less

    • Sheraton Iowa City Hotel

      Nov 2016 - Sept 2017
      Night Auditor

      • Rollover data from the day ensuring profit is correct for the day• Greet guest/check in guest and manage hotel organization• Encouraged teamwork, meticulous, critical thinking.

    • The Daily Iowan

      Jan 2017 - May 2017
      Tv news reporter

      • Delivered on-air news events in an engaging, exciting, and informative manner; interviewed faculty and students regarding pressing issues and turnaround storieso Developed news sources for general assignment and special areas of interestManaged B2C and B2B organic social media initiatives and activity for network across all social media platforms: Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Youtubeo Monitored, measured and reported on all key engagement and content metricso Supported social content creative development process by collaborating with internal team and providing input on content needed, submitting content creation requests and managing delivery of content from design team Show less

    • Sinclair Broadcast Group

      Oct 2018 - Mar 2019
      Producer

      • Produced newscasts, while working collaboratively with the newscasts' Executive Producer, Talent, and Production Team to assist in the overall direction of the showo Printed scripts for anchors and built scrolling crawl daily and maintained with continual updates and breaking news• Forecasted how the station’s digital audience would respond to on-air content and made decisions to best populate the broadcast in anticipation

    • Faith on the Journey LLC.

      Nov 2019 - Jul 2021
      Public Relations Specialist

      Implement marketing, social media, SEO and website content strategies that will influence public opinion or promote ideas, products and services Design, create and publish media and print content using AdobePhotoshop, Canva, Adobe Premier and GarageBand • Plan and perform detailed analyses of process, tools and/or technology data inservice of implementing a new digital sales and engagement platforms includingunderstanding requirements, documenting operational processes, buildingeducation materials to ensure the learning toolset(s) is used effectively Designed, created and published interactive, end-user friendly websites using Wix and Wordpress Show less

    • St. Sabina Employment Resource Center

      Nov 2019 - Jun 2021
      Program Coordinator

      Managing a cohort of 30 clients both youth and adults for job readiness training. Collaborate over a span of three weeks getting to know each other and career interests for job placement within the Chicago areaTraining students with mock interviews and numerous activities preparing them for the workforce.Following up with them before,during and after placement to ensure workplace productivityPlanning and Developing with other coordinators, managing case notes and providing weekly updates to executive board members Create project management plan,budget and hand over deliverables on hard deadlines. Show less

    • Metropolitan United Church

      Apr 2020 - Oct 2020
      Administrative Assistant

      Collaborated with management team to create and post weekly Created monthly reports for leadership and administrative teams and acted as liaison between all departments to ensure proper communications and reporting practices Planned and coordinated successful corporate meetings and promotional events Planned and developed presentations for related on-site and off-site meetings. Prepared reports and contracts according to submitted Request For Proposals

    • Teach For America

      May 2021 - Jun 2022
      9,10 and 11th Grade ELA Teacher

      During this intensive training program, I engaged in virtual development while teaching full time at A.H. Parker School. During this time I wrote daily objective-driven lesson plans, teach summer school classes, and engaged in a large scale of professional development activities, including seminars, discussion groups, workshops, and individual and group reflections under the direct supervision of veteran teachers and experienced Teach for America staff members. I receive feedback and improve on a daily basis. I taught 10th - 11th grade English Language and Arts, as well as Advanced English Language and Arts. Show less

    • Wells Fargo

      Mar 2023 - Jan 2024
      Customer Service Representative

      Built and maintained relationships with not only our customers but key business partners across product, marketing, corporate affairs, and external agencies over the phone.Used creative thinking and problem-solving to Maintain a professional, friendly demeanor with customers at all times and ensure that their issue is resolved properly according to protocol.Collaborated with other staff on a daily basis, including multiple team members across Everday Banking and the Consumer Business Unit.Participated in team meetings and share ideas on how we can all continue to grow. Each day I check my NPS scores as well as my metrics to see where there is room for improvement and implement those new skills into my call-taking/efficiency. Show less

    • AmeriCorps VISTA

      Jun 2023 - Jun 2024
      Project Development Manager

      ● Spearheaded a team of 15+ organization members while engaging in a strategic planning process to overcome disparity within 8 neighborhoods ● Analyzed volunteer feedback and ratings to identify common issues and recommended changes to board members improving volunteer experience, resulting in a 35% increase in volunteer satisfaction ● Developed a systematic scheduling system for MCBB events, organizing and advertising events, developing and organizing an inventory for equipment and supplies, and identifying and implementing the MCBB Districts in the 8 neighborhoods ● Promoted to Lead Director of grant writing and event management within 2 months Show less

    • Habitat for Humanity International

      Aug 2024 - now
      Training And Development Coordinator
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Nonprofit Fundraising: Using Relationships to Drive Growth

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2025
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    • Google Ads Measurement Certification

      Google
      Jun 2024
    • Project Leadership

      LinkedIn
      Feb 2025
      View certificate certificate
    • Google Ads Search Certification

      Google
      May 2024
    • The Trade Desk Edge Academy Certified : Marketing Foundations

      The Trade Desk
      May 2024
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  • Volunteer Experience

    • English Teacher

      Issued by AmeriCorps VISTA
      AmeriCorps VISTAAssociated with Darliah Adams
    • Member

      Issued by Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity on Jan 2014
      Alpha Phi Omega National Service FraternityAssociated with Darliah Adams
    • Program Development Coordinator

      Issued by Magic City Blight Busters on Jun 2023
      Magic City Blight BustersAssociated with Darliah Adams
    • Community Assistant Volunteer

      Issued by Shelter House, Iowa City on Aug 2014
      Shelter House, Iowa CityAssociated with Darliah Adams