I am a dedicated social media coordinator with a passion for marketing and advertising, skilled in problem-solving, business development, and building strong client relationships. I thrive on turning ideas into strategic campaigns and delivering measurable results. I recently earned a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communications with a focus on Advertising and a Creative Writing minor from the University of Houston (2023). I love storytelling, collaboration, and helping brands grow visibility through creative, data-informed work.

Ashford Kamau Houston

I am a dedicated social media coordinator with a passion for marketing and advertising, skilled in problem-solving, business development, and building strong client relationships. I thrive on turning ideas into strategic campaigns and delivering measurable results. I recently earned a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communications with a focus on Advertising and a Creative Writing minor from the University of Houston (2023). I love storytelling, collaboration, and helping brands grow visibility through creative, data-informed work.

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I am a dedicated social media coordinator with a passion for marketing and advertising, skilled in problem-solving, business development, and building strong client relationships. I thrive on turning ideas into strategic campaigns and delivering measurable results.

I recently earned a Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communications with a focus on Advertising and a Creative Writing minor from the University of Houston (2023). I love storytelling, collaboration, and helping brands grow visibility through creative, data-informed work.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Marketing & Advertising Specialist at Impact Directors
January 1, 2026 - Present
Detail-oriented Marketing and Advertising Specialist with a strong background in client outreach, brand promotion, and campaign coordination. Executes marketing strategies, manages outbound communications, and drives client engagement. Leads the college outreach program, mentoring a team of college students to expand brand presence and generate new business opportunities. Coordinates campaigns, tracks performance metrics, and maintains records through CRM systems. Builds rapport with clients and demonstrates the value of services. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, and in using digital marketing tools for reporting and communication. A strong communicator focused on relationship-building and results, committed to increasing brand visibility and supporting business growth.
Sales Channels Coordinator at Revcord
June 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
Detail-oriented Sales Channels Coordinator skilled in conducting outbound calls, follow-up emails, and documenting interactions through CRM systems. Schedules appointments with dealer partners and provides product information to new and existing customers. Proficient in Excel and Word to support reporting and communication. Builds rapport with clients, generates interest in solutions, and supports sales opportunities to improve customer satisfaction and streamline processes.
Cashier, Sales Associate at Urban Outfitters
March 1, 2022 - September 1, 2025
Detail-oriented cashier with a strong background in customer engagement and service. Handles high-volume transactions, maintains organized merchandise, and promotes promotions. Delivers personalized customer interactions, builds rapport with customers, and offers alternative merchandise solutions to meet needs, contributing to ongoing sales growth.
Senior A&R Intern at Wealth Nation LLC
December 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Senior A&R Intern with hands-on experience in artist development, talent management, and music marketing. Managed two artists (a rap group and a solo act), overseeing branding, promotion, and growth strategies. Identified talent, built artist relationships, and supported creative direction. Generated client leads through events, networking, and grassroots marketing; coordinated campaigns and maintained professional relationships.
Social Media Manager at Leaf Palms
May 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Oversaw influencer collaborations, including outreach, product shipments, and campaign management, increasing brand visibility. Launched giveaways, coordinated product videos, and built long-term partnerships. Led email marketing efforts (three promotional blasts per week) to boost engagement. Led SEO optimization, improving organic search traffic by over 30% in five months. Regularly updated the website with new products and promotions, and supported product development with photoshoots and collabs; maintained influencer records to track performance and relationships efficiently.
A&R Assistant at N-GEM MUSIC, LLC
December 1, 2021 - March 1, 2022
Intern/Assistant who led the redesign of the company’s e-commerce platform, increasing brand awareness by 25%. Created and executed a social media marketing plan to engage users and strengthen customer relationships. Set quarterly goals to drive major initiatives. Used Google Analytics to analyze conversion rates and identify key market segments.
A&R Intern at SoSouth Music Distribution
January 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021
Detail-oriented A&R Intern supporting artist development, music distribution, and release coordination. Assisted with scheduling, ensuring timely communication, and organization of key activities. Monitored music releases across platforms to ensure accuracy and alignment with promotional strategies. Transcribed lyrics and assisted with content preparation for artist materials. Built relationships with artists and supported marketing and outreach efforts.
Administrative Marketing Intern at Walter Reed, National Military Medical Center, Silver Spring
June 1, 2018 - August 1, 2019
Maintained laboratory equipment and prepared the chemistry laboratory for operations. Handled specimens per protocols, maximizing accuracy and precision in results. Assisted in developing ads targeting specific consumers and monitoring regulations to ensure policy alignment. Recorded and reported specimen results using Microsoft applications, ensuring confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communications, Advertising at University of Houston
January 11, 2030 - November 1, 2023

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail