About me
I have enjoyed being an integral part of several small, growing businesses where my trustworthy and passionate character has ensured I add real value wherever I have been. Working with people is where my real strengths lie, and I thrive amongst teams with a sense of personality, ambition, humour and integrity, as these best compliment my own approach. Since my move to Bristol in October 2012 I moved away from restaurant management and took on a variety of freelance marketing projects, embarking on a new career path to expand my experience and capability in marketing and PR. This led me to a full time role within a professional PR agency which allowed me to use my skills acquired through my freelance experience, but within a busy office environment.
I recently moved to Topsham and will be working in a freelance capacity for Proven Communication, but only part time hence a new search for other work in this area!
Projects
- HamJarsHamJars began in September 2013 when I realized I’d accumulated an awful lot of empty jam jars in my kitchen cupboard that I’d used, washed and for whatever reason, not thrown away. Covering a range of sizes from pesto to industrial pickled eggs, I decided I could not bear to submit them to the recycling bin, along with all the other rubbish which probably never sees a recycling plant in its life. I had over 20 at this point, so needed something I could produce en masse and that would not require immediate consumption….and so the most logical (?) thing to do was make chutney – HamJars was born! After acquiring my first batch of apples from my parents’ doorstep from a friendly neighbour with a glut, I soon realized how easy chutney was to produce and very quickly ran out of jam jars. The problem had now flipped; how would I get more empty jam jars to supply the now increasing supply of unwanted apples?! I posted a little note through a few neighbours’ doors, stuck a plea for unwanted jars outside my house, and before long the word spread; I now have a steady supply of jars delivered to a yellow bucket on my doorstep! Various friends, businesses and local pubs have supported the cause and donated their empty jars so this, combined with Autumn’s apple overload, has allowed me to produce the chutney that you have – or will soon have – tried! Recycled, up-cycled, sustainable and delicious, HamJars is a group effort from so many of my friends, family, neighbours and strangers, showing what you can produce from other people’s waste. https://www.instagram.com/hamjars/
- ICCWS 2016 MarketingFor the past 18 months I have been on the marketing committee for the ICCWS 2016, an international academic Symposium within the global wide trade. My role has been to manage the PR and marketing strategy with another colleague, including; database management and growth, sponsor liaison, budget management, social media growth and daily strategy, press releases and events. https://twitter.com/ICCWS2016 https://www.facebook.com/InternationalCoolClimateWineSymposium/
Work history
Freelance PR & Marketing
I offer PR & Marketing support to businesses including; social media strategy and content creation, press releases, consultancy, events, copy writing, websites, database creation and management.
Account Manager
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I managed several clients within the luxury food and drink industry, covering consumer and trade PR and marketing, specialising in still and sparkling wine. Responsibilities included sourcing press and feature opportunities for products and clients, organising and attending various media and trade events, managing social media accounts, writing proposals, and planning and hosting press trips. The role involved creative writing when producing blogs, writing press releases and features. There was a constant need to think outside the box particularly when designing strategies. I quickly progressed from Junior Account Manager to Account Manager after less than a year, and continued to develop my communication skills within a team and between corporate companies, as well as building on my networking confidence and ability.
Skills
- Events
- Marketing PR
- Writing
- Project Management
- Word
- Logistics Operations
- Copy Writing and Editing
- B2B Communications
- Social Media Content Management
- Content Copywriting Digital Blogging Creative
Education
BA(Hons) English and Music
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English and Music
Awards
WSET Advanced (Merit)
https://www.wsetglobal.com/qualifications/wset-level-3-award-in-wines-and-spirits/