Skills Brand Storytelling Proofreading | Editing Project Management Public Speaking Media Relations Education Bachelor of Art History Georgia State University Atlanta, GA Proficiencies Adobe Creative Suite Canva Visual Design Drupal WordPress Google Analytics Website Management Meta LinkedIn YouTube Social Media Management MailChimp Constant Contact Email Marketing About Me Results-oriented, dedicated communications professional keenly adept at reaching a variety of audiences. Backed by a powerful work ethic, I’m looking to grow in a purely communications-focused role. catherine.c.beltran@gmail.com | (803) 567-0820 CATHERINE BELTRAN Communications Strategist Marketing & Communication Manager Historic Columbia l Columbia, SC | 2023 - present Digital Strategy : Develop and execute diverse digital communication initiatives to promote awareness, events, and museums through the development of newsletters, social media, webpages, and press releases. Promotional Oversight : Manage the promotion of five historic house museums and over 60 specialty programs annually, including a major festival, enhancing community visibility and driving attendance. Communications Management : Oversee daily communications and website updates, ensuring concise and timely content delivery. Cross-Departmental Collaboration : Lead efforts to enhance internal communications and collaboration, resulting in a 40% increase in project visibility throughout the organization. Professional Experience Communications Director South Carolina Humanities l Columbia, SC | 2022 - 2023 Targeted Outreach : Expanded agency awareness by developing a targeted communication plan to engage stakeholders, board members, partner organizations, educators, and supporters. Increased Exposure : Following notable growth in social media reach and targeted email performance, we saw an increase in grant applications, programs, and public engagement. Project Leadership : Head of 50th Anniversary Celebration, including design of a 54-page retrospective book, event marketing, and logistics. Volunteer Coordinator Transitions Homeless Center l Columbia, SC | 2020 - 2021 Volunteer Management : Orchestrated the recruitment, training, and guidance of a volunteer force, who yielded over 13,000 service hours during the pandemic. Persuasive Storyteller : Crafted compelling narratives across social media, promotional materials, and newsletters, increasing financial and in-kind support by highlighting the pandemic's impact on the indigent and unhoused community. Innovative Fundraiser : Collaborating closely with my Development colleagues, I crafted innovative virtual fundraisers, ensuring our organization not only adapted but thrived amidst uncertainty.