Eric Malzahn

Background

About Eric Malzahn

Highly motivated, recent graduate with BA in Marketing. Effective leader, communicator and problem solver with strong research, organization and relationship building skills. Self-starter and collaborative team member with proven ability to coordinate multiple activities and projects simultaneously while delivering high quality solutions and meeting customer expectations. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS: RESEARCH/PROBLEM ANALYSIS & RESOLUTION • Led project team as part of Advertising Strategies course, repositioning branding and creating comprehensive ad campaign for specialty beverage product. Conducted research, analyzed data, identified target audience and markets; developed brand statement, pitched campaign and managed costs. • Effectively managed conflict resolutions with parents/guardians of campers, resolving sensitive issues and ensuring successful relationships. PLANNING/ORGANIZATION • Organized daily activities for campers (i.e. arts and crafts projects and large group games). • Planned and organized after-school activities, including initiating and leading a new study hall program as well as leading an after-school care program for 20 students. • Set up kiosk in soccer stadium, managing the placement of diverse team products, successfully advertising, promoting and increasing sales. • Served as project leader and spokesperson for Advertising Strategies course project, coordinating logistics and multiple steps to maintain team momentum and deliver on-time, in-budget solution to “client.” COMMUNICATIONS/RELATIONSHIP BUILDING • Helped students comprehend material taught during class in a one-on-one setting. • Successfully worked with parents/guardians of students to ensure satisfaction. TECHNICAL SKILLS • Proficient in social media, including LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Periscope. • Experienced in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Mac OSX.