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Hi, I’m Gillian Buckley, a communications professional at the University of West Florida. I design and manage digital and print media assets, create engaging content for social channels, and support event planning and advertising for the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. I’ve boosted online reach and engagement through data-driven content strategies and streamlined newsletters and web updates to keep our communities informed and connected. In addition to my current graduate work, I promote academic programs, mentor students, and collaborate across departments to deliver impactful communications. I’m always looking for creative ways to tell stories, improve processes, and help audiences connect with what we do at the university.…Hi, I’m Gillian Buckley, a communications professional at the University of West Florida. I design and manage digital and print media assets, create engaging content for social channels, and support event planning and advertising for the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. I’ve boosted online reach and engagement through data-driven content strategies and streamlined newsletters and web updates to keep our communities informed and connected. In addition to my current graduate work, I promote academic programs, mentor students, and collaborate across departments to deliver impactful communications. I’m always looking for creative ways to tell stories, improve processes, and help audiences connect with what we do at the university.

Gillian Buckley

Social Media Manager, Content Producer, Graphic Designer, +4

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Hi, I’m Gillian Buckley, a communications professional at the University of West Florida. I design and manage digital and print media assets, create engaging content for social channels, and support event planning and advertising for the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. I’ve boosted online reach and engagement through data-driven content strategies and streamlined newsletters and web updates to keep our communities informed and connected. In addition to my current graduate work, I promote academic programs, mentor students, and collaborate across departments to deliver impactful communications. I’m always looking for creative ways to tell stories, improve processes, and help audiences connect with what we do at the university.…Hi, I’m Gillian Buckley, a communications professional at the University of West Florida. I design and manage digital and print media assets, create engaging content for social channels, and support event planning and advertising for the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. I’ve boosted online reach and engagement through data-driven content strategies and streamlined newsletters and web updates to keep our communities informed and connected. In addition to my current graduate work, I promote academic programs, mentor students, and collaborate across departments to deliver impactful communications. I’m always looking for creative ways to tell stories, improve processes, and help audiences connect with what we do at the university.

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Hi, I’m Gillian Buckley, a communications professional at the University of West Florida. I design and manage digital and print media assets, create engaging content for social channels, and support event planning and advertising for the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities. I’ve boosted online reach and engagement through data-driven content strategies and streamlined newsletters and web updates to keep our communities informed and connected.

In addition to my current graduate work, I promote academic programs, mentor students, and collaborate across departments to deliver impactful communications. I’m always looking for creative ways to tell stories, improve processes, and help audiences connect with what we do at the university.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Communications Assistant / Graduate Assistant at University of West Florida – College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities Dean’s Office

September 1, 2023 - Present

Designed over 250 print and digital media assets using Adobe Suite and Canva while managing content creation and scheduling for the college’s Instagram and Facebook accounts. Improved Facebook reach by 163% and interactions by 240%. Transitioned CASSH Newsletter from Mailchimp to Constant Contact. Collaborated with university departments on advertising for ~200 events. Maintained the college webpages through TerminalFour. Supported event planning and management, including design, setup, hosting, and intern training.

Communication Agency Graduate Assistant at University of West Florida – College of Arts, Department of Communication

January 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026

Promoted the Strategic Communication & Leadership M.A. program through advertising, classroom visits, and event tabling. Primarily assisted in the event planning of the Department of Communication’s HIREDTalk event alongside three other Agency members, featuring panelists such as Sacred Heart’s Will Condon. Greeted students and guests at the front desk along with assisting the department’s chair.

Graduate Assistant at University of West Florida – College of Arts, Department of Communication

January 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025

Promoted the COM4940 Internship in Communication course through classroom visits and student outreach, creating and revamping all digital and print advertising materials for Spring and Fall 2025. Assisted students one-on-one with internship placement and course enrollment, organizing internship information in a clear and cohesive manner. Helped plan, set up, and manage Internship Fairs in spring and fall 2025, independently coordinating the fall event.

Graduate Assistant – Social Media at University of West Florida – College of Arts, Department of Communication

September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024

Managed Instagram presence using Hootsuite by creating and scheduling content, including Reels, graphics, and photo/video. Tracked performance analytics, maintained a social media calendar, and engaged with followers through comments and direct messages. Assisted students with social media projects and content development.

Communications Assistant / Graduate Assistant at University of West Florida – College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, Dean’s Office

September 1, 2023 - Present

Designed over 250 print and digital media assets using Adobe Suite and Canva; managed content creation and scheduling for the college’s Instagram and Facebook accounts; improved Facebook reach by 163% and interactions by 240%; transitioned CASSH Newsletter from Mailchimp to Constant Contact; collaborated with university departments on advertising for ~200 events; maintained college webpages via TerminalFour; supported event planning and management, including design, setup, hosting, and intern training.

Graduate Assistant at University of West Florida – College of Arts, Department of Communication (Internships)

January 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025

Promoted COM4940 Internship in Communication course through classroom visits and student outreach; created and revamped advertising materials for Spring and Fall 2025; assisted students with internship placement and enrollment; organized internship information; planned and managed Internship Fairs for Spring and Fall 2025, independently coordinating the Fall event.

Social Media Graduate Assistant at University of West Florida – College of Arts, Department of Communication

September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024

Managed Instagram presence using Hootsuite by creating and scheduling content (Reels, graphics, and photo/video); tracked performance analytics; maintained a social media calendar; engaged with followers; assisted students with social media projects and content development.