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Hi, I’m Cody Ely, a communications and creative professional with a strong background in marketing, project management, and multimedia production. I have experience managing social media platforms, developing marketing strategies, and producing high-quality visual content including photography and video. I enjoy combining creativity with technology to bring projects to life and connect with audiences.
I’ve successfully managed diverse projects, from immersive VR tours to cross-department marketing campaigns, and even run my own small multimedia business. My skills extend across Adobe Creative Suite, various design and editing software, and I’m always eager to learn and collaborate on new challenges.
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Work Experience
Marketing Communications Specialist at Advanced Technology Services Inc-Peoria, IL
July 31, 2025 - July 9, 2025Managed social media, overall marketing strategy, and created written branded assets such as case studies and press releases. Used Microsoft Office, social media platforms and automation tools, and Adobe Creative Suite. Led project management efforts including immersive VR tours and cross-department marketing campaigns. Handled full production of on/off-site photography, graphic design, and video production.
Small Business Owner at Pudding LLC-East Peoria, IL
February 1, 2024 - PresentSuccessfully launched and operated a small business specializing in multimedia, overseeing all daily operations. Proficient in Affinity Designer/Photo, Davinci Resolve Studio, Inkscape, G.I.M.P., Canva, Gyroflow, and Google Business Suite. Managed projects and conducted full production of drone and handheld photography/videography and graphic design.
Communications Manager at Morton Industries-Morton, IL
February 29, 2024 - July 9, 2025Managed projects and produced monthly print/digital newsletters. Handled organic and paid social media management and traditional advertising. Executed drone and handheld photography/videography, graphic design, creative and business writing using Adobe Creative Suite and Autodesk. Tracked marketing campaign performance using Google Analytics and Microsoft Office Suite.
Content Media Specialist at Morton Industries-Morton, IL
October 31, 2022 - July 9, 2025Managed projects and monthly print/digital newsletter publications. Performed organic and paid social media management and traditional advertising. Produced drone and handheld photography/videography and graphic design. Created creative and business writing content using Adobe Creative Suite and Autodesk. Tracked marketing campaign performance with Google Analytics and Microsoft Office Suite.
Weld Trainer / HR Specialist at Morton Industries-Morton, IL
April 30, 2022 - July 9, 2025Managed weld trainees with hands-on and classroom weld instruction and training. Designed curriculum, tests, and administered grading. Conducted Pulsed and Constant Voltage GMAW MIG welding, blueprint reading, layout, and fabrication. Created standard work instructions and assisted with fixture/jig design and data entry.
Digital Media Sales Account Executive at Nexstar Digital/WMBD/WYZZ-Peoria, IL
July 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025Developed strategy with team through market and platform research; led client meetings. Prospected and developed business/relationships via in-person and virtual contact. Used Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HubSpot, and Canva. Led educational forums/seminars focusing on strategic and tactical communication.
Social Media Manager at MSPLC-Peoria, IL
January 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025Volunteer role managing social media, content creation/curation, PR, customer service, market research, and graphic design. Managed Facebook Ads and content strategy. Utilized Inkscape and GIMP.
Welder / Warehouse at BTD-Washington, IL
September 30, 2019 - July 9, 2025Handled data entry, inventory systems, and weld procedure collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering. Performed MIG and TIG welding, fork truck operation, and shipping and receiving.
Fabrication Specialist / Logistics at Caterpillar-East Peoria, IL
September 30, 2018 - July 9, 2025Managed inventory data submission and management, ticket submission, robotic automated welding software utilization and troubleshooting, metal fabrication, and fork truck operation. Took on periodic team lead responsibilities.
Welder at Komatsu-Peoria, IL
December 31, 2017 - July 9, 2025Performed blueprint reading, layout, QA, surface prep, fabrication, carbon arc gouging, torch cutting, and GMAW MIG welding. Used laser layout projection system for troubleshooting and probing, as well as pneumatic and electric hand tools.
Machine Operator at Caterpillar-Mapleton, IL
October 31, 2017 - July 9, 2025Operated machines for sand cast making, performed machine maintenance and troubleshooting, handled logistics, data entry, QA, housekeeping, and occasional team lead duties.
Delivery Driver at Jimmy John's Sandwiches-East Peoria, IL
August 31, 2016 - July 9, 2025Provided in-store and delivery service duties.
Inside Sales Representative at Interstate Batteries-Peoria, IL
June 30, 2016 - July 9, 2025Handled cashier duties, store upkeep, data entry, inventory management, and electronics repair and maintenance.
Fabrication Specialist at Caterpillar-East Peoria, IL
August 31, 2015 - July 9, 2025Managed inventory data submission and management, ticket submission, robotic automated welding software utilization and troubleshooting, metal fabrication, and fork truck operation. Took on periodic team lead responsibilities and handled logistics, shipping/receiving, and data entry.
Package Handler at FedEx Express-Peoria, IL
September 30, 2010 - July 9, 2025Handled shipping/receiving, logistics, fork truck operation, fast-paced sorting, and strategic loading/unloading of shipping containers for trailers and aircraft. Operated and maintained various tarmac-specific vehicles and managed inventory systems.
Fabrication Specialist at Caterpillar-East Peoria, IL
April 30, 2009 - July 9, 2025Managed inventory data submission and management, ticket submission, robotic automated welding software usage and troubleshooting, metal fabrication, and fork truck operation. Took on periodic team lead responsibilities and logistics functions including shipping/receiving and data entry.
Marketing Communications Specialist at Advanced Technology Services Inc
July 31, 2025 - July 9, 2025Managed social media platforms and overall marketing strategy including creating branded assets like case studies and press releases. Proficient in Microsoft Office, social media automation tools, and Adobe Creative Suite. Led project management efforts including immersive VR tours and cross-department marketing campaigns. Responsible for full production of photography, graphic design, and video, both on and off-site.
Small Business Owner at Pudding LLC
February 1, 2024 - PresentLaunched and operated a multimedia-focused small business handling all daily operations. Utilized software like Affinity Designer and Photo, DaVinci Resolve Studio, Inkscape, GIMP, Canva, and Google Business Suite. Expertise in project management and production of drone and handheld photography/videography and graphic design services.
Communications Manager at Morton Industries
February 28, 2024 - July 9, 2025Managed projects and produced monthly print and digital newsletters. Handled organic and paid social media management and traditional advertising. Utilized drone and handheld photography/videography, graphic design, creative and business writing, Adobe Creative Suite, and Autodesk. Tracked marketing campaign performance using Google Analytics and Microsoft Office Suite.
Content Media Specialist at Morton Industries
October 31, 2022 - July 9, 2025Oversaw project management and monthly print/digital newsletter publications. Managed organic and paid social media campaigns along with traditional advertising. Created drone and handheld photography/videography, graphic design, and authored creative and business writing. Used Adobe Creative Suite, Autodesk tools, and tracked campaign performance with Google Analytics.
Weld Trainer / HR Specialist at Morton Industries
April 30, 2022 - July 9, 2025Managed weld trainees by providing hands-on and classroom instruction, designed curriculum, created and administered tests, and conducted grading. Utilized pulsed and constant voltage GMAW MIG welding techniques, blueprint reading, layout, and fabrication. Created standard work instructions, assisted with fixture and jig designs, and performed data entry.
Digital Media Sales Account Executive at Nexstar Digital/WMBD/WYZZ
July 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025Collaborated with team to develop strategy using market and platform research. Led client meetings, prospected new business, and developed relationships through in-person and virtual interactions. Utilized Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HubSpot, and Canva. Led educational forums and seminars, and managed tactical and strategic communications.
Social Media Manager (Volunteer) at MSPLC
January 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025Managed social media, created and curated content, handled public relations, customer service, and market research. Designed graphics and implemented Facebook Ads campaigns using tools like Inkscape and GIMP.
Welder / Warehouse at BTD
September 30, 2019 - July 9, 2025Performed data entry, inventory management, and collaborated on weld procedures with manufacturing engineering. Engaged in MIG and TIG welding, operated fork trucks, and managed shipping and receiving processes.
Fabrication Specialist / Logistics at Caterpillar
September 30, 2018 - July 9, 2025Handled inventory data submission and management, ticket submission, and operated robotic automated welding software including troubleshooting. Performed metal fabrication, fork truck operations, and team lead responsibilities periodically.
Welder at Komatsu
December 31, 2017 - July 9, 2025Conducted blueprint reading, layout, quality assurance, surface preparation, fabrication, carbon arc gouging, torch cutting, and various welding tasks including GMAW MIG welding. Operated JLG lift, used laser layout projection systems, and various pneumatic and electric hand tools.
Machine Operator at Caterpillar
October 31, 2017 - July 9, 2025Operated and maintained machines for sand casting using gas resins and silica. Managed logistics and data entry, performed quality assurance and housekeeping, and fulfilled occasional team lead duties.
Delivery Driver at Jimmy John's Sandwiches
August 31, 2016 - July 9, 2025Managed in-store operations and delivery services.
Inside Sales Representative at Interstate Batteries
June 30, 2016 - July 9, 2025Handled cashier duties, store upkeep, data entry, inventory management, and electronics repair and maintenance.
Fabrication Specialist at Caterpillar
August 31, 2015 - July 9, 2025Managed inventory data and ticket submissions, utilized robotic automated welding software including troubleshooting, performed metal fabrication and fork truck operation, with periodic team lead responsibilities. Handled inventory systems, shipping/receiving, and logistics functions including data entry.
Package Handler at FedEx Express
September 30, 2010 - July 9, 2025Conducted shipping and receiving, logistics, fork truck operation, and fast-paced sorting and strategic loading/unloading of shipping containers for trailers and aircraft. Operated and maintained various tarmac-specific vehicles and managed inventory systems.
Fabrication Specialist at Caterpillar
April 30, 2009 - July 9, 2025Handled inventory data and ticket submissions, robotic automated welding software troubleshooting, metal fabrication, fork truck operation, and periodic team lead responsibilities. Managed inventory systems, shipping/receiving and logistics functions including data entry.
Marketing Communications Specialist at Advanced Technology Services Inc
July 31, 2025 - July 9, 2025Managed social media platforms and overall marketing strategy, crafted branded assets including case studies and press releases. Delivered project management for immersive VR tours and cross-department marketing campaigns. Handled full production of on-site/off-site photography, graphic design, and video production using Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office tools.
Small Business Owner at Pudding LLC
February 1, 2024 - PresentLaunched and operated a small multimedia business, overseeing daily operations and project management. Produced drone and handheld photography/videography and graphic design work. Utilized tools including Affinity Designer/Photo, Davinci Resolve Studio, Inkscape, GIMP, Canva, and Google Business Suite.
Communications Manager at Morton Industries
February 28, 2024 - July 9, 2025Led project management and monthly print/digital newsletter publication. Managed organic and paid social media, traditional advertising, drone and handheld photography/videography, graphic design, creative and business writing. Monitored marketing campaign performance using Google Analytics and Microsoft Office Suite.
Content Media Specialist at Morton Industries
October 31, 2022 - July 9, 2025Managed monthly newsletter production, social media campaigns including organic and paid management. Produced photography/videography with drones and handheld devices, performed graphic design and creative/business writing. Tracked campaign performance with Google Analytics and Microsoft Office tools.
Weld Trainer / HR Specialist at Morton Industries
April 30, 2022 - July 9, 2025Managed weld trainees, providing hands-on and classroom weld instruction, curriculum and test design, administration and grading. Expertise in pulsed and constant voltage GMAW MIG welding, blueprint reading, layout, fabrication and standard work instruction development.
Digital Media Sales Account Executive at Nexstar Digital/WMBD/WYZZ
July 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025Developed strategy with team through market and platform research, led client meetings, prospected and developed business relationships via in-person and virtual contacts. Managed educational forums/seminars and utilized HubSpot and Canva for campaigns.
Social Media Manager at MSPLC
January 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025Volunteered managing social media accounts including content creation/curation, PR, customer service, market research and graphic design. Managed Facebook Ads and content strategy using Inkscape and GIMP.
Welder / Warehouse at BTD
September 30, 2019 - July 9, 2025Performed data entry, inventory systems management, collaborated on weld procedures with Manufacturing Engineering. Executed MIG and TIG welding, fork truck operation, and shipping/receiving.
Fabrication Specialist / Logistics at Caterpillar
September 30, 2018 - July 9, 2025Managed inventory data and ticket submissions, utilized robotic automated welding software including troubleshooting. Performed metal fabrication, fork truck operation, and periodic team lead duties.
Welder at Komatsu
December 31, 2017 - July 9, 2025Conducted blueprint reading, layout, QA, surface prep, fabrication, carbon arc gouging, torch cutting. Operated JLG lift, performed GMAW MIG welding, data entry and laser layout projection system troubleshooting.
Machine Operator at Caterpillar
October 31, 2017 - July 9, 2025Operated sand cast making machines using gas resins and silica, managed machine operation/maintenance and software troubleshooting. Handled logistics, data entry, QA, housekeeping and occasional team lead duties.
Delivery Driver at Jimmy John's Sandwiches
August 31, 2016 - July 9, 2025Managed in-store and delivery responsibilities.
Inside Sales Representative at Interstate Batteries
June 30, 2016 - July 9, 2025Performed cashier duties, store upkeep, data entry, inventory management, and electronics repair and maintenance.
Fabrication Specialist at Caterpillar
August 31, 2015 - July 9, 2025Handled inventory data submissions, ticket submission, robotic welding software usage and troubleshooting. Performed metal fabrication and fork truck operation with periodic team lead responsibilities and logistics support.
Package Handler at FedEx Express
September 30, 2010 - July 9, 2025Performed shipping/receiving, logistics, fork truck usage, fast-paced sorting and strategic loading/unloading of shipping containers for trailers and aircraft. Operated and maintained various tarmac vehicles and managed inventory systems.
Fabrication Specialist at Caterpillar
April 30, 2009 - July 9, 2025Managed inventory data and ticket submissions, utilized robotic welding software including troubleshooting. Conducted metal fabrication, fork truck operation, team leadership, inventory management, shipping/receiving and logistics.
Marketing Communications Specialist at Advanced Technology Services Inc
July 31, 2025 - July 9, 2025Managed social media platforms, developed overall marketing strategy, and created branded content such as case studies and press releases. Proficient in Microsoft Office, social media platforms, automation tools, and Adobe Creative Suite. Oversaw project management for immersive VR tours and cross-department marketing campaigns. Responsible for full production including on- and off-site photography, graphic design, and video production.
Small Business Owner at Pudding LLC
February 1, 2024 - PresentLaunched and operated a small multimedia business, managing all daily operations. Utilized Affinity Designer/Photo, Davinci Resolve Studio, Inkscape, G.I.M.P., Canva, Gyroflow, and Google Business Suite. Specialized in project management and full production of drone and handheld photography/videography and graphic design.
Communications Manager at Morton Industries
February 28, 2024 - July 9, 2025Led project management and monthly print/digital newsletter publication. Managed organic and paid social media and traditional advertising. Produced drone and handheld photography/videography, graphic design, creative and business writing using Adobe Creative Suite and Autodesk. Tracked marketing campaign performance using Google Analytics and Microsoft Office Suite.
Content Media Specialist at Morton Industries
October 31, 2022 - July 9, 2025Handled project management and monthly print/digital newsletter publication. Managed organic and paid social media efforts and traditional advertising. Created drone and handheld photography/videography, graphic design, as well as creative and business writing using Adobe Creative Suite and Autodesk. Tracked marketing campaign performance via Google Analytics and Microsoft Office Suite.
Weld Trainer / HR Specialist at Morton Industries
April 30, 2022 - July 9, 2025Managed weld trainees by providing hands-on and classroom instruction. Designed curriculum, tests, and administered grading. Skilled in pulsed and constant voltage GMAW MIG welding, blueprint reading, layout, and fabrication. Created Standard Work Instructions and assisted with fixture/jig design. Also responsible for data entry.
Digital Media Sales Account Executive at Nexstar Digital/WMBD/WYZZ
July 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025Developed sales strategies through market and platform research and client meetings. Prospected and developed business relationships via in-person and virtual contacts. Led educational forums and seminars. Managed communication with strategic and tactical focus. Utilized Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HubSpot, and Canva.
Social Media Manager at MSPLC
January 31, 2020 - July 9, 2025Volunteered for social media management, content creation and curation, public relations, customer service, market research, graphic design, Facebook Ads, and content strategy. Utilized Inkscape and GIMP.
Welder / Warehouse at BTD
September 30, 2019 - July 9, 2025Handled data entry, inventory systems, weld procedure collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering, MIG and TIG welding, fork truck operation, shipping and receiving.
Fabrication Specialist / Logistics at Caterpillar
September 30, 2018 - July 9, 2025Managed inventory data and ticket submission. Utilized and troubleshooted robotic automated welding software. Performed metal fabrication and fork truck operation. Took on periodic team lead responsibilities.
Welder at Komatsu
December 31, 2017 - July 9, 2025Performed blueprint reading, layout, QA, surface preparation, fabrication including carbon arc gouging and torch cutting. Operated JLG lift and performed GMAW MIG welding. Managed data entry and troubleshooting of laser layout projection systems.
Machine Operator at Caterpillar
October 31, 2017 - July 9, 2025Operated and maintained machines for sand cast making using gas resins and silica. Managed logistics and data entry. Took occasional team lead duties and performed housekeeping and quality assurance.
Delivery Driver at Jimmy John's Sandwiches
August 31, 2016 - July 9, 2025Performed in-store responsibilities and delivery services.
Inside Sales Representative at Interstate Batteries
June 30, 2016 - July 9, 2025Handled cashier duties, store upkeep, data entry, inventory management, and electronics repair and maintenance.
Fabrication Specialist at Caterpillar
August 31, 2015 - July 9, 2025Managed inventory data and ticket submission. Utilized robotic automated welding software and performed troubleshooting. Conducted metal fabrication and operated fork trucks. Took on periodic team lead duties and handled shipping/receiving and logistics functions.
Package Handler at FedEx Express
September 30, 2010 - July 9, 2025Handled shipping/receiving, logistics, fork truck operation, and fast-paced sorting and strategic loading/unloading of shipping containers for trailers and aircraft. Operated and maintained various tarmac-specific vehicles and managed inventory systems.
Fabrication Specialist at Caterpillar
April 30, 2009 - July 9, 2025Managed inventory data and ticket submission. Utilized robotic automated welding software and performed troubleshooting. Conducted metal fabrication and operated fork trucks. Took on periodic team lead duties and handled shipping/receiving and logistics functions.
Education
Some College at Illinois Central College
August 1, 2007 - January 31, 2020Some College at Illinois Central College
August 1, 2007 - January 31, 2020Some College at Illinois Central College - East Peoria, IL
August 1, 2007 - January 31, 2020Some College at Illinois Central College
August 1, 2007 - January 31, 2020Qualifications
Welding Certification
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025Welding Certification
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Retail, Transportation & Logistics
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