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I’m a results-driven marketing and communications professional and student-athlete at UB with hands-on experience building engaging social media content, planning creative campaigns, and coordinating large community events. I thrive in collaborative environments, where strategic thinking and problem-solving help optimize processes and boost productivity. I balance academics with athletics while pursuing opportunities to grow brands and foster meaningful connections.…I’m a results-driven marketing and communications professional and student-athlete at UB with hands-on experience building engaging social media content, planning creative campaigns, and coordinating large community events. I thrive in collaborative environments, where strategic thinking and problem-solving help optimize processes and boost productivity. I balance academics with athletics while pursuing opportunities to grow brands and foster meaningful connections.

Maria Akalonu

Social Media Manager, Content Creator, Content Producer, +2

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I’m a results-driven marketing and communications professional and student-athlete at UB with hands-on experience building engaging social media content, planning creative campaigns, and coordinating large community events. I thrive in collaborative environments, where strategic thinking and problem-solving help optimize processes and boost productivity. I balance academics with athletics while pursuing opportunities to grow brands and foster meaningful connections.…I’m a results-driven marketing and communications professional and student-athlete at UB with hands-on experience building engaging social media content, planning creative campaigns, and coordinating large community events. I thrive in collaborative environments, where strategic thinking and problem-solving help optimize processes and boost productivity. I balance academics with athletics while pursuing opportunities to grow brands and foster meaningful connections.

Available to hire

I’m a results-driven marketing and communications professional and student-athlete at UB with hands-on experience building engaging social media content, planning creative campaigns, and coordinating large community events. I thrive in collaborative environments, where strategic thinking and problem-solving help optimize processes and boost productivity. I balance academics with athletics while pursuing opportunities to grow brands and foster meaningful connections.

Skills

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Experience Level

Leadership

Expert

Microsoft Office

Expert

Language

Work Experience

Social Media Marketing Intern at University at Buffalo Athletics

September 1, 2025 - Present

Developed multimedia content for UB Track and Field's social media pages, planned and executed creative content strategies, collaborated with team members to brainstorm and film engaging content, and edited and optimized video content for various platforms.

Chair of Social Media and Marketing at University at Buffalo Residence Hall Association

September 1, 2025 - Present

Collaborated with a team to organize and host events for over 1,000 students in the Red Jacket Residence Hall, enhancing community engagement. Executed door-to-door and person-to-person promotional strategies, resulting in a 17% increase in attendance at weekly General Body Meetings (GBMs). Utilized social media, email, and digital platforms to disseminate event digital flyers, achieving a 32% increase in reach and visibility.

Adventure Staff Counselor at Woodmont Day Camp

June 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Assisted staff members in running the climbing and ziplining courses. Fostered a sense of community and belonging for the campers. Cared for the safety and wellbeing of campers at the activity areas. Led and organized team building activities at the activity areas.