Samantha Emerson

About Samantha Emerson

Highly motivated and results-oriented professional photographer with extensive experience in marketing, communications, and community engagement. Proven ability to capture high-quality images that tell compelling stories and engage audiences. Adept at managing all aspects of photography projects, from client relations to post-production. Passionate about creating visual content that makes a positive impact.

Experience

1. Vocational Project Coordinator Employment Specialist

   WellPower

   May 2015 — Present · Denver, CO, US

   Won 2021 IPS Employment Specialist of the Year for the State of Colorado.• Developed relationships with companies to create training programs to train clients in work skills.• Responsible for vocational rehabilitation activities which support consumers who want work adjustment training, job search and placement, and skill training for volunteer assignments, work experiences, part-time or full-time employment. • Coordinated employment services, including development of community jobs, working with employers to ensure quality job placements, working with outside agencies and partnering to benefit the employment program. • Cooperatively worked with treatment sites to established mutual outcomes for the people we serve.• Assisted individuals with addressing disabilities, necessary accomodations, and developing career plans.• Administered preliminary and comprehensive vocational assessments.• Promoted the development of interviewing, resume writing, and etiquette skills.• Coordinated community resources and secured referrals for clients to obtain resources for work success.• Cultivated relationships with potential employers and with referral agencies.

Education

• Metropolitan State University of Denver

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Journalism

• Metropolitan State University of Denver

  Bachelor of the Arts, Journalism; Editorial

  2000 — 2005

• University of Denver

  Masters, New Media and Internet Marketing

  2010 — 2014

Skills

• SEO
• Microsoft Office
• Development of Strategic Marketing Plans
• Drupal
• Newsletters
• Fundraising
• New Media Strategy
• Marketing
• Photography
• Editing
• Building Relationships
• Advertising
• Adobe Creative Suite
• New Media Marketing
• Online Marketing
• Non-Profits
• Graphic Design
• Enthusiastic Self-Starter
• Cms
• Event Planning
• Marketing Communications
• Facebook
• Illustrator
• Email Marketing
• Social Media Marketing
• Press Releases
• Digital Media
• Event Management
• Google Adwords
• Public Relations
• Media Relations
• Social Media
• Copywriting
• Google Analytics
• Photoshop
• Editorial
• Web Content
• Microsoft Dynamics
• Online Advertising
• Indesign