Hello! I am excited to apply for the Social Media Coordinator contract role with The Optimism Company. With more than eight years of experience leading marketing strategy, multimedia storytelling, and social media management for mission-driven organizations, I am eager to bring my skills to a team that inspires millions with messages of leadership and optimism. At the National Head Start Association, I currently manage marketing for over 100 professional development courses, designing cross-channel campaigns spanning email, web, and social that reach over 100,000 participants nationwide and consistently exceed engagement benchmarks. I also developed DEI-focused content strategies at Getting Smart, driving newsletter open rates and social engagement, while supporting blogs and podcast production and promotion to grow downloads.

Ashley Ranan

Hello! I am excited to apply for the Social Media Coordinator contract role with The Optimism Company. With more than eight years of experience leading marketing strategy, multimedia storytelling, and social media management for mission-driven organizations, I am eager to bring my skills to a team that inspires millions with messages of leadership and optimism. At the National Head Start Association, I currently manage marketing for over 100 professional development courses, designing cross-channel campaigns spanning email, web, and social that reach over 100,000 participants nationwide and consistently exceed engagement benchmarks. I also developed DEI-focused content strategies at Getting Smart, driving newsletter open rates and social engagement, while supporting blogs and podcast production and promotion to grow downloads.

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Hello! I am excited to apply for the Social Media Coordinator contract role with The Optimism Company. With more than eight years of experience leading marketing strategy, multimedia storytelling, and social media management for mission-driven organizations, I am eager to bring my skills to a team that inspires millions with messages of leadership and optimism.

At the National Head Start Association, I currently manage marketing for over 100 professional development courses, designing cross-channel campaigns spanning email, web, and social that reach over 100,000 participants nationwide and consistently exceed engagement benchmarks. I also developed DEI-focused content strategies at Getting Smart, driving newsletter open rates and social engagement, while supporting blogs and podcast production and promotion to grow downloads.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Content Marketing Manager at National Head Start Association
February 1, 2024 - Present
Lead marketing for 100+ professional development courses, contributing to substantial enrollment growth in year one.
Digital Content Manager at Getting Smart
September 1, 2023 - September 16, 2025
Directed DEI-driven content strategy, increasing newsletter open rates and social media engagement by 25%. Managed an editorial team of 6-8 writers, delivering over 150 blogs, reports, and multimedia assets annually. Supported podcast production that grew downloads over three years.
Multimedia & Storytelling Specialist at Federal Way Public Schools
April 1, 2021 - September 16, 2025
Produced over 100 videos and 400+ graphics and campaigns highlighting student success and district initiatives. Strengthened family engagement, boosting district event participation. Delivered high-quality creative projects under tight deadlines, earning recognition from school leadership.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Media Studies at University of Nevada, Las Vegas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
at Federal Way Public Schools
January 11, 2030 - September 29, 2025

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Professional Services