Emily Doherty

Experience

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  Savannah College of Art and Design

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2003

  Assistant Director in College Printing of College Photography

  Main point of contact for College Photography department. Received, evaluated & assessed all photography and archive requests made for the Publications and Communications departments. Managed photography schedule to maximize productivity, prioritize assignments and meet deadlines. Supervised a staff of five employees. Collected and approved College Photography staff time sheets and vacation requests. Maintained personal files for department and conducted annual reviews of each staff member. Also responsible for end-of-month invoicing, billing and accounting records. Show less

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  Roanoke Symphony Orchestra

  Aug 2004 - Jun 2006

  Director of Development

  Responsible for all fundraising aspects for the RSO including: individual contributions, corporate sponsorships, special events, grants and foundations. Coordinated all committees and recruited members for aforementioned aspects of fundraising. Primary contact for donations to the annual fund campaign. Solicited area business for sponsorship or corporate commitment & community partnerships with the RSO. Arranged and facilitated all areas of special events, including budgeting, ticket sales and operations. Oversaw the Assistant Director in grant and foundation solicitations and had final approval for submission. Maintained constant communication with all donors. Created and facilitated all donor benefits including receptions, special events, dinners and acknowledgement listings. Show less

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  Woods Rogers PLC

  Jun 2006 - Jul 2008

  Marketing Coordinator

  Assisted individual attorneys with developing, defining and executing plans for cultivating prospects and responding to requests for proposals (RFPs). Coordinated, researched and participated in planning client development presentations. Assisted with developing, planning, managing communications activities using external and internal communications systems, public relations efforts, vendors and consultants; coordinated and distributed press releases; assisted with the design, production of all Firm marketing materials. Maintained and updated sections of the Firm’s website and Intranet. Assisted with designing, planning and implementing marketing training seminars for attorneys and non-attorney staff. Assisted with organizing, coordinating the Firm’s functions designed for business development, including but not limited to sponsorships, client events, seminars, speaking engagements, writing opportunities, and other marketing activities. Developed, administered and maintained the Firm’s marketing database; coordinated all print and electronic marketing efforts. Participated on Firm committees and special projects as assigned. Show less

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  Greenbriar Children's Center

  Sept 2008 - Mar 2010

  Director of Marketing & Development

  Planned and implemented all fundraising, special events, marketing and communications strategies to support and enhance the organization. Responsible for fundraising from individuals, corporations, grants and United Way coordination. Served as main point of contact for media relations. Coordinated cultivation efforts with Board of Directors and specific committees. Supported the corporate board in preparing for large asks and recruitment of new gifts. Maintained an on-going calendar of all marketing and development activities throughout the organization. Recruited volunteers to assist in fundraising efforts. Oversaw all in-kind donations and solicits for specific center needs. Greenbriar Children’s Center is the only facility in Savannah/Chatham County which houses homeless, abandoned, neglected & abused youth ages 0 – 21. Local non-profit organization that aids homeless youth throughout Savannah. Celebrated the organization’s 60th anniversary with year-long fundraising and marketing events, including a black tie gala, alumni celebration and volunteer appreciation awards. Show less

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  TJS Deemer Dana LLP

  Mar 2010 - May 2015

  Marketing Director for a Unique CPA Firm

  Developed and implemented firm’s overall marketing and business development plan, marketing budget, and business development initiatives. Worked with every team member individually to create and complete an annual individual marketing plan. Researched areas of growth for firm and created events and awareness to support business development activities through speaking engagements, publishing articles, holding seminars and promoting sponsorships through relevant organizations. Managed firm’s online presence including web design, updates and maintenance, social media and all branding and firm collateral materials. Communicated regularly with clients, prospects and referral sources through social media outlets, direct mail, e-newsletters and printed materials. Show less

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  Georgia Tech Professional Education

  Jun 2015 - Jun 2018

  Marketing Communications Manager

  Responsible for overall strategic messaging and local brand campaign, including advertising, social media and brand position in the Savannah market.Developed and managed marketing and communications plans for Savannah portfolios including: Professional development courses on leadership, Coding, OSHA programs, supply chain & logistics, military programs and I.T. curriculum.Lead k-12 STEM marketing efforts, including summer camps, Elementary Science Olympiad, Girl Scout days on campus.Reported to director of Savannah campus and head of Institute Communications for Georgia Tech.Developed curriculum relevant to the Savannah area.Provided content and leads communication efforts to former, current & prospective students.Responsible for email campaigns, web content, social media and all marketing materials.Managed relationship with pr firm.From our K-12 STEM programming with area schools, to supporting our military transitioning out of the service, to the corporate executive looking to redefine their professional vision, we offer continuing education for all. Show less

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  North Point Hospitality Group, Inc.

  Jun 2018 - May 2020

  Director Of Communications

  Responsible for marketing, communications, and public relations for all North Point properties in Savannah, Nashville, Alpharetta & Lumberton, NC.Leads marketing manager and marketing content manager to develop and publish relevant content across all platforms including social, print & digital medias.Oversees all edits and updates on Marriott.com and Hilton.com for North Point properties.Reports bi-weekly on current and future strategies for increasing visibility.Manages relationships with pr firms, photographers, videographers, blog writers, event planners and area sales directors. Develops and maintains a strategic marketing plan for each market.Assists with all event-related details including ground breakings, topping off ceremonies and grand openings. Show less

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  Great Oaks Bank

  Sept 2020 - now

  Director of Marketing

  Sole marketing professional for regional community bank with 5 offices across the state of Georgia with 60+ employees. Drives bank’s overall marketing and business development initiatives, marketing budget, and business development planning. Develops business development activities and community involvement through events and promoting sponsorships. Builds strategic plans for online presence including digital and print advertising, web updates, social media, and all branding and collateral materials. Communicates regularly with customers, prospects, and referral sources through social media outlets, e-newsletters and brand materials. Show less