Thomas Hidalgo

About Thomas Hidalgo

Experienced Recruiter | People Operations | Diversity & Brand SpecialistI am an experienced recruiter with a proven track record in full lifecycle recruiting for high-growth companies, specializing in people operations, diversity, and brand. With over 10 years of hands-on experience, I possess a deep understanding of the intricacies of talent acquisition and have successfully recruited for a wide range of roles.My expertise extends beyond traditional recruitment practices. I am well-versed in recruitment marketing, data metrics, and social media platforms, allowing me to effectively leverage digital channels for talent acquisition and employer branding.Navigating ambiguity and solving complex problems are second nature to me. I thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at crafting innovative solutions to recruitment challenges, ultimately driving success for the teams and organizations I support.Collaboration lies at the heart of my approach. I have a strong history of working closely with diverse teams and stakeholders to create compelling job descriptions, design competitive compensation packages, and identify and rectify gaps in interview funnels.Throughout my career, I have consistently improved time-to-hire metrics, streamlined recruitment processes, and successfully expanded hiring efforts into new locations. I take pride in achieving high-volume hiring goals while simultaneously enhancing diversity within the workforce, fostering an inclusive and dynamic company culture.Additionally, I have a demonstrated ability to enhance employer reputation, evidenced by notable improvements in Glassdoor reviews.My qualifications extend beyond practical experience. I hold a Master\'s degree in Organizational Management (MAOM), a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Marketing, and a Bachelor\'s degree in Advertising. These educational accomplishments have equipped me with a well-rounded perspective that complements my professional expertise.I am passionate about connecting exceptional talent with exceptional opportunities and driving organizational success through strategic recruitment practices.

Experience

1. Apprenticeship & Internship Program Manager

   EquipmentShare

   May 2025 — Present · Austin, TX, US

Education

• Ashford University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Marketing

  2011 — 2013

• The Art Institute of California-San Diego

  Bachelors of science, Advertising

  2007 — 2010

• Ashford University

  Masters of Organizational Management -MAOM, Global Management

  2014 — 2016

Skills

• Art Direction
• Adobe Illustrator
• Recruiting
• Adobe Photoshop
• Higher Education
• Dreamweaver
• Illustrator
• Graphic Design
• Strategic Sales Plans
• Admissions
• Leadership
• Marketing
• Photoshop
• Photography
• Brand Development
• Illustration
• Advertising
• Web Design
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Customer Retention
• Customer Service
• Indesign
• E-Learning
• Microsoft Excel
• Logo Design
• Administration
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Social Media
• Distance Learning
• Typography