I’m a Houston-based social media manager, photographer, and visual storyteller with experience creating content for brands, events, artists, and creative businesses. I specialize in short-form video, photography, social media strategy, and real time event coverage. In my current role, I’ve generated nearly 1 million organic views and reached more than 191K users through engaging, multi-platform content. I’m passionate about visual storytelling and connecting audiences with creative communities. With my experience covering major events and working with artists, creators, and local businesses, I’m excited about the opportunity to help launch Affordable Art Fair Houston and build an engaging presence around its artists, galleries, and the Houston arts community.

Sarah Ali

I’m a Houston-based social media manager, photographer, and visual storyteller with experience creating content for brands, events, artists, and creative businesses. I specialize in short-form video, photography, social media strategy, and real time event coverage. In my current role, I’ve generated nearly 1 million organic views and reached more than 191K users through engaging, multi-platform content. I’m passionate about visual storytelling and connecting audiences with creative communities. With my experience covering major events and working with artists, creators, and local businesses, I’m excited about the opportunity to help launch Affordable Art Fair Houston and build an engaging presence around its artists, galleries, and the Houston arts community.

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I’m a Houston-based social media manager, photographer, and visual storyteller with experience creating content for brands, events, artists, and creative businesses. I specialize in short-form video, photography, social media strategy, and real time event coverage. In my current role, I’ve generated nearly 1 million organic views and reached more than 191K users through engaging, multi-platform content.
I’m passionate about visual storytelling and connecting audiences with creative communities. With my experience covering major events and working with artists, creators, and local businesses, I’m excited about the opportunity to help launch Affordable Art Fair Houston and build an engaging presence around its artists, galleries, and the Houston arts community.

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Work Experience

Social Media Manager at AnZ Collects
April 1, 2026 - Present
Led social media marketing as the sole social media manager across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, and multiple brand-specific accounts. Owned end-to-end strategy, content creation, publishing, analytics, and community engagement. Produced photography, videography, short-form video, graphics, product features, interviews, campaigns, and real-time event coverage. Covered major industry events (e.g., San Diego Comic-Con, HeroesCon, Comicpalooza, Terrificon) by creating content with artists, creators, collectors, and industry personalities. Drove e-commerce and promotions through eBay Live, affiliate marketing, product campaigns, and eBay newsletters. Used Meta Business Suite and Facebook Ads Manager for performance analysis, and Canva/CapCut for creative production.
Marketing Assistant Contractor to the Director of Marketing and Business Development at ABHR Law Firm
January 1, 2026 - Present
Assisted the Director of Marketing with communications planning and internal messaging, including proofreading and editing. Created promotional materials (flyers, signage, and digital media) using Canva. Supported website development and marketing communications. Coordinated vendors, logistics, and communications for a three-day company retreat at Westin Oaks in the Galleria, the Constellation Fields, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Produced photography and visual media for the company website and managed marketing materials and tracked production assets.
Studio Operations Host at The Lumen Room
March 1, 2025 - Present
Managed daily studio operations, inventory, and booking updates. Delivered a client experience by resolving on-site issues. Captured behind-the-scenes photo/video content.
Personal Fitness Training Director at LA Fitness
December 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024
Increased service sales by 45% through outbound calling, messaging, lead generation, and personalized outreach, resulting in the highest sales numbers since 2017. Maintained communication tracking spreadsheets. Managed calendars, scheduled consultations, and coordinated team operations to meet client goals. Managed a team of personal trainers.
Photographer and Creative Freelancer at Shire Studios
April 1, 2023 - Present
Planned, produced, and scheduled photo/video content across social platforms and personal use. Coordinated client booking logistics including preproduction and postproduction. Managed content libraries and digital assets. Worked with boutique fitness studios, local coffee shops, documentaries, branding, weddings, and more.
Product Specialist at Apple
August 1, 2022 - April 30, 2023
Delivered 93-100% customer satisfaction scores by resolving technical issues and supporting sales. Collaborated with internal business teams to support customer goals through tailored tech solutions.
Student Assistant to the Dean at San Francisco State University
September 1, 2019 - May 1, 2022
Managed social media campaigns that increased engagement by 40% within four months. Created promotional materials including flyers and digital graphics. Supported 3+ departments with training in storytelling and design to improve engagement. Photographed events and maintained digital libraries for marketing use. Updated department website using Drupal CMS and created user-friendly forms and content pages. Represented the department at 20+ outreach events to strengthen student connection.
Production Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer at Oceanic Preservation Society
September 1, 2017 - April 30, 2020
Responded to 100+ weekly donor, activist, and academic messages while maintaining timely communications and donor relations. Maintained donor and campaign spreadsheets. Authored donor letter that secured a $15,000 contribution. Supported 10+ events and partnerships to expand campaign visibility and cross-promotions.
Wellness Ambassador at Rite Aid
January 1, 2016 - May 31, 2017
Performed business-to-business and community outreach, including immunization outreach, senior citizen center visits, healthcare provider visits, and fitness center visits. Facilitated health events resulting in organization, promotion, and support of wellness activities.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) at San Francisco State University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Professional Services

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