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Y i (Z o ey) Zh ao

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I am a detail-driven and data-savvy marketing specialist with over 4 years of hands-on experience in campaign management, content creation, and digital marketing across startup, nonprofit, and agency settings.

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I am a detail-driven and data-savvy marketing specialist with over 4 years of hands-on experience in campaign management, content creation, and digital marketing across startup, nonprofit, and agency settings. I excel at managing cross-functional projects, coordinating deliverables, and translating research and performance data into actionable insights. Skilled with tools like Google Analytics, HubSpot, MailChimp, Canva, ChatGPT, Excel, and Airtable.

Known for balancing creative problem-solving with organized execution, I consistently drive engagement through clear, consistent brand messaging and collaborative teamwork. I thrive in environments that challenge my strategic thinking and adaptability while allowing me to deliver measurable marketing results.

  • 8 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Healthcare
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Retail

Work experience· 10 roles

Capstone Research Consultant · Girls Inc. of Los AngelesJun 2025 – Aug 2025 · 3 mos

Designed and implemented a study with over 30 survey and interview responses across 2 program sites. Created 3 dashboards, a comprehensive 60-page report, and a 30+ slide board presentation, leading to a 70% adoption rate of the new strategy. Reduced research data processing time by automating survey coding and using Excel pivot tables for analysis.

Capstone Research Consultant · Girls Inc. of Los AngelesJun 2025 – Aug 2025 · 3 mos

Designed and implemented a study with more than 30 survey and interview responses across 2 program sites. Created 3 dashboards, a detailed 60+ page report, and a 30+ slide board presentation, leading to a 70% adoption rate of the new strategy. Reduced research data processing time by automating survey coding and Excel pivot analysis.

Marketing & Communications Intern · Venture Strategic Inc. (Marketing Agency)Jun 2025 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Supported 4 public sector campaigns, reaching over 10,000 California residents via multi-channel marketing. Coordinated timelines and deliverables using Asana and Slack across 3 departments. Created and scheduled 20+ social media posts and 10+ email newsletters for 2 healthcare clients. Scheduled social media content using Agorapulse, increasing platform efficiency and reducing posting errors.

Marketing & Communications Intern · Venture Strategic Inc.Jun 2025 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos
Marketing Specialist & Founding Team Member · NexInfluenz Inc.Mar 2025 – Aug 2025 · 6 mos
Marketing Specialist & Founding Team Member · NexInfluenz Inc. (Startup)Mar 2025 – Aug 2025 · 6 mos
Social Media Marketing Specialist · SignShine Inc.Jul 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs 2 mos
Social Media Marketing Specialist · SignShine Inc.Jul 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs 2 mos

Education

M.S. in Social Science · University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)2024 – 2025
B.A. in Communications & Psychology, cum laude · University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)2020 – 2023
M.S. in Social Science · University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)2024 – 2025
B.A. in Communications & Psychology · University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)2020 – 2023

Certifications and awards

Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Certificate2030 – 2025
Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Certificate2030 – 2025

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