Hi, I’m Kathy Tran — a UC Santa Barbara graduate with a BA in Communication and certificates in Technology Management and Strategic Investment. I blend storytelling with data-driven outreach to create engaging campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences. My experience spans non-profit scholarship programs, corporate social media content, and startup marketing, where I’ve built outreach campaigns, developed dashboards, and collaborated across teams to drive impact. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and love turning insights into actionable strategies. I’m excited to continue crafting content, refining user experiences, and using analytics to grow communities and advocate for educational access and opportunity.

Kathy Tran

Hi, I’m Kathy Tran — a UC Santa Barbara graduate with a BA in Communication and certificates in Technology Management and Strategic Investment. I blend storytelling with data-driven outreach to create engaging campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences. My experience spans non-profit scholarship programs, corporate social media content, and startup marketing, where I’ve built outreach campaigns, developed dashboards, and collaborated across teams to drive impact. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and love turning insights into actionable strategies. I’m excited to continue crafting content, refining user experiences, and using analytics to grow communities and advocate for educational access and opportunity.

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Hi, I’m Kathy Tran — a UC Santa Barbara graduate with a BA in Communication and certificates in Technology Management and Strategic Investment. I blend storytelling with data-driven outreach to create engaging campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences. My experience spans non-profit scholarship programs, corporate social media content, and startup marketing, where I’ve built outreach campaigns, developed dashboards, and collaborated across teams to drive impact.

I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and love turning insights into actionable strategies. I’m excited to continue crafting content, refining user experiences, and using analytics to grow communities and advocate for educational access and opportunity.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

College Access & Recruitment Manager at Stockton Scholars
July 1, 2024 - Present
Set company records by recruiting 1000+ new program members in one month through in-person campus initiatives, ambassador brand training for 20+ students, email and media communication, and connecting with new stakeholders to introduce new outreach methods; established metrics to evaluate and track recruitment performance; co-founded the Scholar Alumni Program to connect alumni with the Scholar community and shape KPIs, goals, and strategies.
Communication Micro-Intern at Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
August 1, 2022 - June 1, 2024
Maintained brand consistency, learned social media tactics/tools through Foundation-led training; created original informational video content for a 1,500+ follower audience to improve social analytics and engagement; produced creative media using digital projects.
Data and Information Management Intern at Uplift Education
July 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Used Tableau to create overlays and identify data literacy gaps among internal stakeholders; collaborated with Academic Data Analysts to implement dashboard improvements, validate data, and ensure reliability.
Marketing Intern at Limon Daytrips
June 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Grew in a startup environment, assumed additional responsibilities, contributed to UI/UX refinement for the app launch; conducted market research and created content for social platforms (Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Thread, LinkedIn); applied Canva Pro to maintain consistent messaging and branding.
Recruitment Chair, Professional Chair, Fundraising Chair, Public Relations Chair at Sigma Eta Pi
October 1, 2022 - June 1, 2024
Held multiple leadership roles focusing on recruitment, professional development, fundraising, and public relations; managed communications and events to grow membership and engagement.
Pledge Class Treasurer at Sigma Eta Pi
October 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022
Managed approx. $2000 in funds; tracked expenditures; prepared financial reports; developed bookkeeping systems in Excel; advised on strategies to reduce financial risks.
Recruitment Chair at Sigma Eta Pi
October 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024
Led recruitment initiatives and held multiple leadership roles within the fraternity, including Recruitment Chair, Professional Chair, Fundraising Chair, and Public Relations Chair; collaborated with members to plan events and outreach strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Communication at University of California Santa Barbara
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2024
Technology Management Program Certificate at University of California Santa Barbara
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2023
Strategic Investment Program Certificate at University of California Santa Barbara
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2024
Bachelor of Arts in Communication at University of California Santa Barbara
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2024
Technology Management Program Certificate at University of California Santa Barbara
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2023
Strategic Investment Program Certificate at University of California Santa Barbara
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2024

Qualifications

Technology Management Program Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2023
Strategic Investment Program Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2024
Technology Management Program Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2023
Strategic Investment Program Certificate
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Software & Internet