Derek Ellis
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EDUCATION
Indiana University Bloomington, IN
Bachelor of Arts December 2012
Major: Cinematography and Film/Video Production
EXPERIENCE
Eppley Institute Bloomington, IN
Marketing Specialist September 2019 - Present
Creates and manages strategic marketing plans
Oversees multiple marketing programs simultaneously, from conception through execution, ensuring all elements are being created, produced, and delivered on time
Develops marketing assets for a variety of platforms including: digital/print advertising, e-newsletters, direct mail, and web
The Language Conservancy Bloomington, IN
Social Media & E-newsletter Specialist December 2018 - July 2019
Managed The Language Conservancy and partner organizations’ social media channels
Developed all content for 2 monthly e-newsletters and 1 quarterly e-newsletter
Wrote and distributed press releases
Coordinated media coverage of the organization’s programmatic work and events
Untitled Light Bloomington, IN
Gallery Art Director July 2017 - December 2018
Managed the development of Untitled Light’s brand and messaging
Designed and distributed all print and digital promotional materials
Managed Untitled Light’s social media presence and website, including Facebook and Instagram
Facilitated the curation of monthly art shows
Planned and executed Untitled Light events and workshops
Engaged in community outreach by coordinating with the local art community to find artists
Bloomingfoods Bloomington, IN
Media Coordinator July 2015 - January 2018
Assisted with the development of Bloomingfoods’ brand and messaging
Designed all informational and promotional materials
Managed Bloomingfoods’ social media presence, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,
and content of the co-op website
Collaborated with the Brand Manager to coordinate advertising for promotions and publications
Provided support in marketing initiatives such as promotion metrics, tracking and monitoring
