Patrick Cox

PATRICK COX Content Creator Selma, NC 27576- I am currently seeking a position with a small business or agency where I can utilize my experience leveraging the power of creative content, engaging blog posts, online communities and social media to increase brand performance and improve brand loyalty. #readytowork Authorized to work in the US for any employer WORK EXPERIENCE Owner The Cre8ive Consultant - Selma, NC January 2010 to Present As an independent digital marketing consultant, I help new and existing small business and mission-driven organizations develop their brands and discover creative solutions that assist them in exceeding their goals. Services I offer include: • Strategically develop and manage social media profiles with extensive knowledge of all major platforms • Website planning and design, keyword research and content development • Researched, developed and implemented multiple digital marketing campaigns in Northern Virginia and Raleigh, NC. • Setup and manage ongoing email campaigns • Design digital and print marketing collateral including social media posts, leave behinds, and listing presentations • Local SEO specialist • Google Ads and Google Analytics certified Executive Director Legacy Farms - Leesburg, VA October 2016 to June 2017 Oversaw all operations and developed strong relationships with organizations key to the organizations objectives. Thanks to my efforts, they have become a major player in the autism community and are currently working with the community creating new jobs and successfully making positive change happen for those we support. My duties included: • Managing all marketing, social media, blogs, printing, and fundraising. • Developing the organizations policies and procedures, operations manual • Planning, developing and launching vocational programs to help adults with autism learn agrarian based job skills. • Planning, organizing and launching several fundraising campaigns and events-Raised over $100,000.00. • Developing lucrative partnerships with local business. • Preparing presentations for prospective donors. • Overseeing all vocational training and farm activities. Director of Community and Media Relations Legacy Farms Virginia - Leesburg, VA May 2013 to October 2016 As Director of Community and Media Relations, it was my job to develop strong relationships and partnerships with organizations key to our objectives. This included managing all marketing, social media, blogs, printing, and fundraising. Due to my efforts Legacy Farms has become a major player in the autism community and are currently working with the community creating new jobs and successfully making positive change happen for those we support. Sales Consultant Browns Fairfax Mazda - Fairfax, VA January 2011 to April 2013 Handled the customers from walk around to signing the papers. Maintained strong CSI scores and handled internet and walk-in traffic. Assist Stitcher Operator National Lithography - Sterling, VA April 2009 to April 2011 Oversaw all bindery operations. Assist stitcher operator, set up and ran MBO folder, Polar Cutter and other bindery machines. Trainer, Server and Bartender BUFFALO WILD WINGS - Gainesville, VA March 2009 to January 2011 Handled all customer needs and trained new servers. Became a certified store trainer as my customer service skills exceeded expectations on a continual basis. Store Manager STARBUCKS SOUTH RIDING - South Riding, VA August 2003 to December 2008 As store manager, I hired, trained and coached a team of 20 partners. I worked with the community and partnered with local schools to build trust in the community. This led to an increase in weekly sales of $6,000, going from $12,000 to $18,000 a week. Daily duties included: • Managing cash positions throughout the store • Training and developing your store associates to encourage internal promotion • Preparing food and beverage orders for customers • Addressing customer concerns and ensuring guests are as happy as possible • Growing the store business by encouraging a positive and productive work environment EDUCATION Associate in Social Science Northern Virginia Community College - Sterling, VA August 2009 to April 2011 SKILLS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Microsoft Office (10+ years) Microsoft Word (10+ years) Microsoft Outlook (10+ years) Microsoft Powerpoint (10+ years) Microsoft Windows (10+ years) Digital Marketing Media Relations Market Research Search Engine Optimization (SEO) WordPress Blogging Digital Marketing Media Relations Search Engine Optimization (SEO) WordPress Public Relations Market Research Content Creation Google Analytics Proofreading Branding Copywriting Social Media Management Fundraising Content Management Graphic Design Journalism Video Editing Events Management Web Design Content Development Google Ads Email Marketing Keyword Research Web Development Google AdWords PPC Campaign Management SEM Facebook Advertising LINKS http://Www.thecre8iveconsultant.com ASSESSMENTS Marketing — Expert November 2019 Understanding a target audience and how to best communicate with them. Full results: Expert Digital Media Coordinator — Expert July 2019 Measures a candidate's ability to create content, communicate online, and build a brand's reputation. Full results: Expert Social Media — Highly Proficient January 2020 Creating content, communicating online, and building a brand's reputation. Full results: Highly Proficient Management & Leadership Skills: Impact & Influence — Highly Proficient June 2019 Adapting leadership style to accomplish goals using rational or emotional appeal. Full results: Highly Proficient Social Media — Expert May 2019 Measures a candidate's ability to create content, communicate online, and build a brand's reputation. Full results: Expert Social Media — Highly Proficient July 2020 Creating content, communicating online, and building a brand's reputation. Full results: Highly Proficient Written Communication — Highly Proficient August 2020 Best practices for writing, including grammar, style, clarity, and brevity. Full results: Highly Proficient Problem Solving — Proficient August 2020 Measures a candidate's ability to analyze relevant information when solving problems. Full results: Proficient Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SKILLS & ABILITIES • Research and analyze past and new leads in order to set appointments and call upon customers at the decision-maker level: Designers, Buyers, Marketing Directors, and VP of Marketing. • Learn and maintain an understanding of current technology solutions including interactive media to grow sales through traditional and non-traditional services. • Develop presentations for current and prospective customers in support of new business development activities. • Conduct market research to obtain key target information. • Communicate sales activities/forecasting on a monthly basis with management. • Work closely with Business Development to create new strategies and build stronger relationships