Anthony Hayde
Sydney, Australia
Email:-Twitter: @AHayde7
Portfolio: https://anthonyhayde.contently.com/
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“Wizard of Words with a numerical nous, I am passionately adept in creating engaging and lead-generating content across digital communities, while being budget-friendly to boot.”
KEY SUCCESSES
Collated and wrote Blackdot whitepaper: “Sales transformation for the digital age”
Collated and wrote Blackdot whitepaper: “The proven levers of go-to-market effectiveness”
Created Localizer eBook: “How to drive traffic and increase conversions by localizing your website”
Owner of TalkHurling Facebook page, with 13k+ fan base and 2k+ followers on Twitter @TalkHurling
Managed Skoolbo social brand across multiple regions on Facebook, Twitter and blogs
Administrated the Cheerios Ireland Facebook page, acted as brand voice to 44k+ followers
Created content and social media blueprint for Nestlé Cereals Ireland
Created and implemented KPI and analytics tracking tool on Excel in Nestlé Cereals Ireland
Built and optimised new, Excel-based promotional plan tool in Nestlé Cereals Ireland
Frequent contributor to renowned European sports websites Pundit Arena and Severe MMA
WORK EXPERIENCE
Content Marketing Specialist, SydneyNovember 2016 – Present
Blackdot Consultancy
Oversee SEO capability of Blackdot website, including metadata, keywords and landing pages
Interview internal subject matter experts, including senior and director-level individuals, to write lead-generating, thought leadership blogs
Procure client case study and testimonial data from key internal stakeholders for Blackdot website
Work closely with subject matter experts to create lead-generating thought leadership whitepapers
Build, implement and optimise Twitter strategy, including writing, posting and tracking content
Manage multiple key stakeholders to ensure delivery of all content and social priorities to weekly and monthly deadlines
Content Strategist, SydneyApril 2016 – November 2016
Localizer.co
Created SEO-friendly content to build knowledgebase and continuously updated with new content
Distributed content through various channels for SEO purposes
Analysed Localizer.co site for ongoing optimisation of new and old content
Researched and developed content for Localizer.co blog
Created email campaigns and funnel activation
Developed internal marketing automation
Created video content, e.g. “how to” guides
Advised and assisted in the development of a more user-friendly interface
Skoolbo Pte Ltd,SydneyNov 2015 – April 2016
Social and Content Coordinator
Created copy for all campaigns including social, blogs, EDMs, whitepapers, press releases, newsletters, landing pages and script writing
Video and photo creation/editing using Camtasia and Canva software
Multi-regional blog management through WordPress
EDM campaign creation using Mailchimp and Sendgrid
Community management of multi-regional social channels including Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn
Statistical data analysis using Google Analytics, Facebook and in-house data
Australian Vintage Ltd, SydneySep 2015 – Nov 2015
Commercial Business Analyst
Created, calculated and released month end accruals
Provided commercial input to Business Managers during bi-monthly forecasting process
Price structure re-modelling with internal stakeholders
Scenario modelling to create a more holistic and efficient forecasting process
Nestlé Cereals Ireland, DublinJul 2013 – Jul 2015
Commercial Planning Analyst
Built account-specific promotional plans, optimised promotional spend and commercial impact of each promotion while managing a budget
Dynamically adjusted plan in line with evolving needs of each account, function and the business plan
Post ROI and KPI analysis on promotional investment, using historical performance to benchmark against future promotions
Analysed distribution levels of key accounts and assessed areas of potential improvement
Provided analytical support to Commercial Planning Manager and Business Managers in terms of market analysis (competitor activity, trends etc.) and current vs past performance
Custodian for all promotional activity and information provided to external sales force, ensured Cereals category received adequate share of voice
Ad hoc analysis on product, brand, promotion or base issues, using findings to provide solutions
Account contact for any delivery or stock queries, liaised with Supply Chain for best resolution
Maintained integrity of SAP CRM system, ensuring trade spend and accruals were in line with plans
Nestlé Cereals Ireland, IrelandJul 2013 – Jul 2014
Supply Chain Coordinator (Maternity Cover)
Managed and monitored stock levels internally and externally to ensure service levels were met
Adjusted forecasts in line with performance, ensuring adequate stock to cover performance
Identified and resolved any potential stock issues/risks pro-actively
Monitored all customer orders, investigated and addressed any delivery issues
Tracked and provided daily and monthly performance reports for the wider business
Nestlé Cereals Ireland, IrelandJun 2012 – Jul 2013
Assistant Trade Marketing Manager
Provided analytical support to Business Managers
Maintained trade marketing plans daily, met targets within budget and time constraints
Assisted Business Manager in the creation of trade marketing calendar
Account deep-dive for solutions which were tailored to the needs of specific accounts
Liaised with international counterparts to allow for knowledge sharing and strategy alignment
Bank of America, IrelandDec 2011 – Jun 2012
Risk and Integrity Analyst
Account deep-dive analysis
Coordinated transition of new system software
Maintained the integrity of accounts across in-house reconciliation system
Researched and resolved any accounts that did not meet full integrity requirements
Daily/weekly reporting and statistical analysis with heavy reliance on Excel
Chaired and organised daily and weekly team meetings and conference calls
Monthly presentations of workflow statistics and progress updates using PowerPoint and Prezi
State Street International (Ireland) Limited, IrelandNov 2010– Oct 2011
Transfer Agent
Worked to strict deadlines in a high pressure, team-orientated environment
Dealt with high-profile clients on a daily basis over the phone and via email
Released contract notes for movement of shares, and placed phone deals
Compiled end of year audits on request from investors
Completed daily reports for statistical and investor information purposes
Allied Irish Banks, IrelandJan 2008 – Aug 2008
Bank Official
Carried out transactions while managing customers and building relationships
Made international account transferrals and dealt with different currencies in Foreign Exchange
Handled large quantities of cash and operated the time-locks for branch main safe in Off-Counter
Dealt with customer queries face-to-face and via phone on the Customer Service desk
Updated student accounts via phone interaction while assisting the Student Officer
EDUCATION
Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Marketing Sept 2014 – Nov 2015
Digital Marketing Institute (DMI), Ireland
Core modules included: Strategy and Planning, Mobile Marketing, Search Marketing and Social Media
Course Project: Digital Research and Development of Digital Strategy on a chosen company
Masters in Business Studies (Management Major), 2.1 Hons Sept 2009 – Aug 2010
Waterford Institute of Technology, Ireland
Core modules included: Business Simulation, Leadership, Change Management and Business Development
Thesis: "Staying Afloat in a Sea of Recession: A Change Management Case Study of Glanbia Ingredients Ireland"
Bachelor of Business Studies (Hons) Degree (Management Major), 2.1 Hons Sept 2005 – May 2009
Waterford Institute of Technology, Ireland
Core modules included: Corporate Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Organisational Design and Quality Management
Thesis: "An Investigation into the Effective Management of Change in the Modern Organisation"
SKILLS
Creative writing
Technical writing
SEO-friendly writing and content creation
Proofreading and editing
Mailchimp, Pardot and Sendgrid
Google Drive
Camtasia video editing
Canva photo editing
Facebook Business Manager
Facebook, Google, Twitter and WordPress analytics
Hootsuite, Tweetdeck, SEMRush, Moz, Kentico and WordPress platforms
Advanced Excel skills
SAP CRM
INTERESTS
Digital marketing – strong digital acumen, with a pastime for expanding my knowledge
Sports writing enthusiast – contributor to SevereMMA.com and PunditArena.com
Scuba diving – certified RAID Open Water 20 diver
Sports in general – approach each with an open mind, but have a particular love for soccer and MMA
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST