I’m Sara Dore, a local marketing and social media enthusiast who loves turning ideas into engaging content that resonates with communities. My experience spans student housing storytelling, retail social media, and cross-cultural collaboration during my Erasmus semester in Vienna. I enjoy building local events, influencer partnerships, and clear, creative communications that connect brands with people. Recently I’ve been driving IKEA Siegen’s social media growth and shaping STUWO Vienna’s social media presence, while studying in Vienna and Siegen. I’m eager to combine creative writing, graphic design, and hands-on community engagement to deliver meaningful campaigns and memorable experiences.

Sara Dore

I’m Sara Dore, a local marketing and social media enthusiast who loves turning ideas into engaging content that resonates with communities. My experience spans student housing storytelling, retail social media, and cross-cultural collaboration during my Erasmus semester in Vienna. I enjoy building local events, influencer partnerships, and clear, creative communications that connect brands with people. Recently I’ve been driving IKEA Siegen’s social media growth and shaping STUWO Vienna’s social media presence, while studying in Vienna and Siegen. I’m eager to combine creative writing, graphic design, and hands-on community engagement to deliver meaningful campaigns and memorable experiences.

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I’m Sara Dore, a local marketing and social media enthusiast who loves turning ideas into engaging content that resonates with communities. My experience spans student housing storytelling, retail social media, and cross-cultural collaboration during my Erasmus semester in Vienna. I enjoy building local events, influencer partnerships, and clear, creative communications that connect brands with people.

Recently I’ve been driving IKEA Siegen’s social media growth and shaping STUWO Vienna’s social media presence, while studying in Vienna and Siegen. I’m eager to combine creative writing, graphic design, and hands-on community engagement to deliver meaningful campaigns and memorable experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Advanced
Serbian
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Social Media Manager at IKEA Siegen, Siegen, Germany
September 30, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Transitioned from internship into a part-time role and managed IKEA Siegen's social media presence, including content creation, promotional materials, local events and community engagement initiatives; supported the IKEA Family Loyalty Program rollout and employee training; contributed to the social media strategy and influencer collaborations, doubling the Instagram follower base and assisting with community donations and partnerships.
Social Media Intern at IKEA Siegen, Germany
September 30, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Managed IKEA Siegen’s social media presence, including content creation, design of promotional materials tailored to local audiences, planning and implementing local events and community engagement initiatives. Supported the IKEA Family Loyalty Program rollout and employee training. Contributed to the development of the social media strategy and influencer collaborations, helping to double the Instagram follower base. Assisted with community donations and partnerships.
Freelance Content Creator / Creative Writer at Self-employed
September 2, 2024 - Present
Creative writing, audio and video production: recording, composing, editing & post-production; Graphic design; YouTube Ads campaigns setup, targeting, budgeting & performance tracking.
Social Media Manager at IKEA Siegen
September 1, 2024 - Present
Ongoing responsibilities include developing social media strategy, content creation, influencer collaborations, and community engagement; expanding follower base; coordination with partners and housing initiatives.
Social Media Manager at IKEA Siegen
September 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Transitioned from internship into a part-time role; oversaw social media content creation and influencer collaborations, contributing to follower growth; planned local events and community engagement initiatives; supported local social media strategy and employee training.
Social Media Manager at IKEA Siegen, Germany
September 1, 2024 - Present
Managed social media content creation and influencer collaborations; supported the development and execution of the local social media strategy; planned and promoted local events and community engagement initiatives; contributed to the IKEA Family Loyalty Program rollout and training.
Social Media & Content Creator (Part-time) at IKEA Siegen, Germany
September 1, 2024 - Present
Continued managing social media content and engagement; supported local campaigns, content creation, and community initiatives.
Social Media & Content Creator (Intern) at IKEA Siegen, Germany
September 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Transitioned to a part-time role after a successful internship; managed social media presence, created and designed promotional materials tailored to local audiences, and planned/implemented local events to drive community engagement.
Social Media Content Creator at STUWO Student Housing
September 1, 2024 - September 18, 2025
Created and edited social media content for a student housing provider as part of the STUWO Scout program.
Social Media Manager at IKEA Siegen
April 1, 2024 - Present
Managed IKEA Siegen's social media presence, including content creation and design of promotional materials tailored to local audiences. Planned and implemented local events and community engagement initiatives. Supported the development of the social media strategy and led content creation and influencer collaborations, contributing to a significant increase in Instagram followers. Assisted with community donations and partnerships.
Social Media Content Creator (STUWO Scout Program) at STUWO Student Housing, Vienna, Austria
January 31, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Created and edited social media content for a student housing provider as part of the STUWO Scout program.
Social Media Intern at IKEA Siegen
January 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Managed IKEA Siegen’s social media presence including content creation, design of promotional materials tailored to local audiences, and planning of local events and community engagement initiatives. Supported the IKEA Family Loyalty Program rollout and employee training.
Social Media Content Creator at STUWO – Student Housing Vienna
January 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Created and edited social media content for a student housing provider as part of the STUWO Scout program.
Social Media Intern at IKEA Siegen
January 1, 2024 - October 10, 2025
Created and edited social media content for IKEA Siegen's social media presence. Planned and implemented local events and community engagement initiatives. Supported the development of the social media strategy. Designed promotional materials tailored to local target audiences and coordinated influencer collaborations, contributing to growth in engagement.
Social Media Intern at IKEA Siegen
January 1, 2024 - September 18, 2025
Managed IKEA Siegen's social media presence, including content creation and promotional materials; transitioned into a part-time role following a successful internship; coordinated with teams to plan campaigns and track performance.

Education

B.Sc. International Business at Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, Sankt Augustin, Germany
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025
Study Abroad Semester (Erasmus) at Erasmus study abroad (Vienna, Austria)
August 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
B.Sc. International Business at Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
B.Sc. International Business at Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, Sankt Augustin, Germany
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
Study Abroad Semester (Erasmus) at FH Wien der WKW (Fachhochschule Wien der Wirtschaftskammer Wien)
August 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Study Abroad Semester (Erasmus) at Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, Sankt Augustin, Germany
August 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
B.Sc. International Business at FH Wien der WKW, Vienna
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
BSc International Business Education at Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, Sankt Augustin, Germany
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
Bachelor of Science at Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg, Sankt Augustin, Germany
January 11, 2030 - October 10, 2025
Study abroad semester (Erasmus) at FH Wien der WKW, Vienna, Austria
August 1, 2023 - January 31, 2024

Qualifications

B.Sc. International Business
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025
Study Abroad Semester (Erasmus) - Vienna
August 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Software & Internet