• Working for the commercial arm of the University which creates start-up companies and commercialises the research output of the University.
  • Responsible for the development, management and implementation of marketing strategies.
  • Production of a range of marketing material including brochures, direct mailings, advertising and online content.
  • Responsible for relationships with external partners to implement marketing communications including graphic and web designers and media sales.
  • Organisation of a programme of events including lectures, workshops and seminars and stand at the Southampton Boat Show.
  • Preparation and writing of press releases to raise awareness of and champion recognition of the University as a leader in enterprise in the media.
  • Responsible for planning and implementing marketing activity across Business-to-Business and Business to Consumer sectors.
  • Activities include organising events and exhibition stands, direct mail, advertising, developing online content and e-newsletters all as part of integrated marketing campaigns.
  • Overseeing full process – from briefing agencies, copywriting, progressing creative proofs, planning budgets through to delivery of campaign and evaluation.

2004-2006 > Hampshire County Council
MARKETING OFFICER

  • Planned, briefed and delivered print-based and online integrated campaigns – using ambient, print and radio advertising, direct mail, events and web.
  • Undertook research and copywriting of corporate publication – Hampshire Now.
  • Developed and maintained web material using in-house content management system.
  • Event management – roadshows, large corporate stand at the New Forest Show and conference / training events.
  • Project managed market research and consultation.
  • Monitored use of and advised on corporate brand.

2002-2004 > Year of travel around the world
((Including voluntary and paid employment)

2000-2002 > Lawton Communications Group
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

  • Working within a full service communications agency, handled a diverse range of public and private sector marketing / advertising accounts. 
  • Managed the full process from client brief, copywriting, overseeing of design, media planning and buying through to placing finished advert in press or delivering printed material.
  • Placed online banner adverts and handled cost per click online accounts.
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