I’ve done a lot of great things with great people.
EXPERIENCE
Assistant Professor of Practice / Faculty Lecturer
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX: 8/18-Present
Created and refined multiple courses specific to brand identity and digital communications.
Advised, developed, and supported hundreds of advertising and public relations students.
Taught branding, advertising, public relations, social entrepreneurship, and law/ethics.
Cultivated guest lecture partnerships with Edelman, Mailchimp, and the St. David’s Foundation.
Founded a boutique branding agency specialized in social initiatives and impact campaigns.
Optimized branding and strategic communication for client customer engagement.
Innovated and developed new campaigns for clients across a wide array of industries.
Managed small business clients to over $3 million in revenue.
Founded a nationally recognized social enterprise apparel brand that helps the homeless.
Established over 200 retail partnerships.
Received national media coverage from dozens of publications.
Recruited, managed and mentored 30+ staff and dozens of contractors.
Cultivated successful business partnerships with Facebook, Mailchimp, and T-Mobile.
Business Development & Leadership Coordinator
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX: 2/12-12/12
https://professionaled.utexas.edu/
Developed innovative marketing strategies to drive over $2 million in revenue.
Determined optimal cost structure and contract details for program development.
Identified emerging market trends for brand strategy and development.
Assisted in operation and development of leadership courses.
Marketing & Public Relations Consultant
CWAV Testing Equipment
Austin, TX: 7/05-3/11
Developed strategy, content, metrics and reporting for successful new market launches.
Integral in the redesign of the CWAV website with notable SEO improvements.
Contributed to marketing efforts resulting in over $3 million in revenue.
Account Manager / On-Air Talent / Copywriter
Clear Channel Communications
Austin, TX: 6/06-10/08
Wrote and produced over 1680 hours of on-air content.
Created and produced hundreds of advertisements for local and national clients.
Produced and provided lead voice for weekend broadcasts contributing to #1 overall rating.
Managed 100+ on-site brand activations with event staff.
Assistant Program Director / Account Manager
Doud Media Group
Abilene, TX: 4/03-7/05
Wrote and produced over 4592 hours of on-air content.
Produced and provided lead voice with team of 4 on nightly broadcasts with a #1 overall rating.
Created and produced hundreds of advertisements for local and national clients.
Developed effective strategy for station recognition, advertising, production, and public events.
Integrated Avionics Systems Specialist
United States Air Force
Global Tasking: 10/01-5/05
Improved standard operating procedures increasing aircraft mission readiness.
Implemented stringent operation procedures contributing to 98% mission success rate.
Led staff of 5 airmen in the operation and maintenance of complex avionic computer systems.
EDUCATION
The University of Texas at Austin
Masters of Arts
Advertising - May 2011
Bachelors of Science
Public Relations - May 2009
Bachelors of Arts
Sociology - May 2009
Community College of the Air Force
Associates in Applied Sciences
Avionics Systems Technology - April 2005
SKILLS
This is the intense face picture so you know I mean business.
Sales Development - 14 years of experience
Financial and P&L Leadership - 14 years of experience
Creative Development - 16 years of experience
Team Creation & Cultivation - 19 years of experience
Market Development - 15 years of experience
Strategic Communication - 16 years of experience
Innovation Leadership - 16 years of experience
ACCOLADES
The University of Texas at Austin
Tim Scott
Sustainability Course Development Award
2019
Back On My Feet Austin
Mitscoots Outfitters
Community Partner of the Year
2016
The Austin Chronicle
Mitscoots Outfitters
Best of Austin
2013
I Heart Media Inc.
96.7 Kiss FM
#1 Nielson
2006, 2007, 2008
I Heart Media Inc.
96.7 Kiss FM
American Music Awards
2006, 2007, 2008
United States Air Force
Tim Scott
National Defense Service Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award x 2 Devices
Air Force Good Conduct Medal
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Second Day Advisory Council
Bridging Disciplines Program Advisor
Sustainability Advisory Council
Mobile Loaves & Fishes
Disabled American Veterans
Amplify Austin
CLIENTS
Ford
Kroger
Hotel Wooten
TLC Austin
GM
Mitscoots Outfitters
Wing Stop
GE
Life Time
Target
Best Buy
Sears
AAA
Wells Fargo
BBB
H&R Block
Guardian
O'Reilly Auto Parts
Pepsi
Mail Chimp
Dun & Bradstreet
Game Stop
Geico
Mattress Firm
AT&T
Home Depot
Verizon
T-Mobile
Chili's
Expedia
Pfizer
Lowe's