Ashley Polacek

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I’m Ashley, a growth-minded creative professional who thrives at the intersection of media, design, and coaching.

About

I’m Ashley, a growth-minded creative professional who thrives at the intersection of media, design, and coaching. Over the past several years I’ve built a versatile toolkit in content creation, video editing, and brand storytelling while leading athletic and fitness initiatives and collaborating with teams and brands to deliver authentic, high-impact work.

I love partnering with teams and brands to craft engaging, visually compelling content and training experiences. I’m always learning, adapting to new platforms, and working across disciplines to help people look good, feel empowered, and reach their goals.

  • 7 years' experience
  • Joined April 2026

Industry experience

  • Healthcare
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Other
  • Retail

Work experience· 17 roles

Graduate Assistant · Saint Louis University Women's BasketballOct 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 2 mos

Managed all social media accounts (Instagram, X, TikTok, Facebook), created content through video/photo editing, graphic design, and motion design; developed and executed a strategic content calendar aligned with game days, recruitment, and brand initiatives. Analyzed engagement metrics and produced data-driven insights to support social media strategy and team growth.

Graduate Assistant · Saint Louis University Women’s BasketballOct 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 2 mos

Managed all social media accounts (Instagram, X, TikTok, Facebook) with content creation in video, photography, graphic design, and motion design; developed a strategic content calendar aligned with game days and NIL initiatives; analyzed performance metrics to optimize social strategy; produced high-quality video edits and highlight reels; supported coaching decisions with video analysis and provided individualized feedback to players.

Sales Associate · Champs SportsMar 2024 – Jul 2024 · 5 mos

Delivered high levels of customer satisfaction through product knowledge and service; built relationships with customers, identified needs, and drove sales; contributed to a positive and inclusive store environment.

Strength and Conditioning Coach · ACE Performance LabOct 2023 – Jul 2024 · 10 mos
Personal Trainer · YMCA, Saint Louis, MOSep 2023 – Jul 2024 · 11 mos
Personal Trainer · YMCASep 2023 – Jul 2024 · 11 mos
Basketball Skills Trainer · Larry Hughes Basketball AcademyAug 2023 – Jul 2024 · 1 yr
Basketball Player · St. Louis SurgeJun 2023 – Aug 2023 · 3 mos

Education· 15

Bachelor’s in Exercise Science, Strength and Conditioning · University of Central Florida2015 – 2017
Master’s in Exercise Science, Strength and Conditioning · Appalachian State University2017 – 2020
Master’s in Exerci · Saint Louis University2021 – 2023
Masters in Project Managaement · Saint Louis University2024 – 2026

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