Marketing graduate student and marketing communications professional with experience supporting political campaigns and campus media. I create social content, manage engagement across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads, and X, and use analytics to improve reach and communication. I’m also a student leader and peer mentor focused on creating a welcoming, organized community environment through events and student support. My background combines marketing education with hands-on communications work and media production.

Samantha Maldonado

Marketing graduate student and marketing communications professional with experience supporting political campaigns and campus media. I create social content, manage engagement across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads, and X, and use analytics to improve reach and communication. I’m also a student leader and peer mentor focused on creating a welcoming, organized community environment through events and student support. My background combines marketing education with hands-on communications work and media production.

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Marketing graduate student and marketing communications professional with experience supporting political campaigns and campus media. I create social content, manage engagement across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Threads, and X, and use analytics to improve reach and communication.

I’m also a student leader and peer mentor focused on creating a welcoming, organized community environment through events and student support. My background combines marketing education with hands-on communications work and media production.

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Work Experience

Marketing/Communications Intern at Richard Mejia’s For Clifton City Council
February 1, 2026 - Present
Assist a political campaign by creating flyers, posting across social media platforms, taking event photos, and sharing campaign goals with the public. Support engagement and outreach using Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and X to help grow visibility and audience interaction during the campaign cycle.
Peer Mentor (First Generation Students) at Saint Peter’s University
October 1, 2025 - Present
Support first-generation students by managing first-strut commons operations, answering questions, directing students to appropriate services, planning events, and maintaining a positive environment for student success and belonging.
Orientation Team (Student Support) at Saint Peter’s University
July 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Assist incoming students in getting familiar with campus and answering questions about student life. Help provide a welcoming point of contact for support and keep supplies organized by managing setup and takedown.
Social Media Editor at Saint Peter’s Tribune
May 1, 2025 - Present
Create social media content to promote articles written by the editorial team. Help drive engagement with campus news and information through Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, while reviewing analytics to understand growth and improve communication effectiveness.
Student Attendant at Saint Peter’s University
October 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025
Provide check-in/check-out systems for guests and help maintain equipment flow between students to reduce the need for purchasing new equipment. Create a welcoming space so other students can feel comfortable and have an enjoyable experience.
Social Media Viceroy at Saint Peter’s Barstool Sports
October 1, 2024 - Present
Learn and apply strategies for engagement and algorithm-friendly posting. Produce fun, helpful, and inclusive content to highlight and brighten the college community at Saint Peter’s.
Camp Counselor (Bayonne Division of Recreation) at Bayonne Division of Recreation
July 1, 2023 - August 31, 2024
Work with 1st and 2nd graders during summer programming, teaching friendship and lasting memories through fun shared activities.

Education

Master of Science: Marketing Science (Accelerated Program) at Saint Peter’s University
August 1, 2024 - July 23, 2026
Bachelor of Science: Marketing Management at Saint Peter’s University
January 1, 2026 - August 1, 2024

Qualifications

FERPA Certified
January 11, 2030 - July 23, 2026

Industry Experience

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