Jermaine Thomas II

Marketing Coordinator at City Cast with expertise in Paid Social Media

Chicago, Illinois, United States Contact Info
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As a Marketing Coordinator at City Cast, I oversee the production and deployment of video advertisements on Meta and TikTok ad platforms that help to increase leads and brand awareness. With over three years of experience in digital marketing and media, I have developed a keen eye for creating visual and written content that resonates with diverse audiences and drives action.

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Experience

  • City Cast Graphic

    Marketing Coordinator

    City Cast

    - Present 1 year 9 months

    - Oversaw the production and deployment of video advertisements on Meta and Google ad platforms that helped to efficiently diversify leads
    - Produce and manage social content, scheduling several posts per week across Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for six podcast and newsletter territories
    - Introduced a new organic content strategy that increased click-through rates (58% avg.), saves (495% avg.), and shares (556% avg.)
    - Lead weekly marketing meetings to brainstorm content, obtain…

    - Oversaw the production and deployment of video advertisements on Meta and Google ad platforms that helped to efficiently diversify leads
    - Produce and manage social content, scheduling several posts per week across Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for six podcast and newsletter territories
    - Introduced a new organic content strategy that increased click-through rates (58% avg.), saves (495% avg.), and shares (556% avg.)
    - Lead weekly marketing meetings to brainstorm content, obtain feedback, and review analytics with each territory

  • The SleepingGiant Project Graphic

    Artistic Director

    The SleepingGiant Project

    - Present 3 years 2 months

    Chicago, Illinois, United States

    - Arranged and lead a fashion product photoshoot to showcase 10 different garments with multiple colorways for website and social brand content
    - Collected and sorted creative input from the team to develop set design, shot list, and scout locations, ensuring synergy between fixed brand strategy, missions, & purpose
    - Drafted financial aid and admissions blog posts used in the Sleeping Giant Toolkit to support College Calculator users

  • Columbia College Chicago Graphic

    Admissions Officer

    Columbia College Chicago

    - 1 year 7 months

    Chicago, Illinois, United States

    - Utilized Slate query-building methods to craft targeted email and SMS campaigns for students in support of their journey through application and enrollment.
    -Increased territory enrollment rate by 4% by maintaining outstanding customer service to prospective students & parents, and keeping records of activity
    - Maintained relationships with local 2-year college advisors by attending college fairs, and events to ensure students have continuous support through the transfer
    - Advised…

    - Utilized Slate query-building methods to craft targeted email and SMS campaigns for students in support of their journey through application and enrollment.
    -Increased territory enrollment rate by 4% by maintaining outstanding customer service to prospective students & parents, and keeping records of activity
    - Maintained relationships with local 2-year college advisors by attending college fairs, and events to ensure students have continuous support through the transfer
    - Advised prospective transfer students on credit transfer, academic programs, financial aid, and extracurricular activities.

  • Texas Christian University

    Texas Christian University

    7 months

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      Graduate IFC Advisor

      Texas Christian University

      - 7 months

      Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

      - Advised team of 7 IFC Executive Board Members, conducting weekly 1:1 meetings with 3 members
      - Advised NPHC, IFC, NPC, MGC chapters through Chapter Coaching meetings with students who hold President, New Member Educator, and Risk Management positions
      - Created and promoted social media graphics

    • Texas Christian University Graphic

      Graduate Hall Director

      Texas Christian University

      - 7 months

      Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

      - Supervised and mentored a staff of six Resident Assistants through facilitating biweekly and 1:1 meetings
      - Adjudicated residential conduct cases and sanctions in accordance with University policy through restorative justice ideals
      - Maintained the upkeep of a new, fraternity residence hall through walkthroughs and work orders 
      - Showcased emergency response and crisis management through on-call duty rotation

  • Miami University

    Miami University

    1 year 3 months

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      Student Ambassador for the Armstrong Student Center

      Miami University

      - 1 year 8 months

      -Greet and engage with guests of the Student Center, including students, faculty, alumni and community members.
      -Assist guests in the utilization of multiple resources in the Armstrong Student Center
      -Manage and maintain multiple room reservation systems used by the Student Center and across campus.

    • Miami University Graphic

      President of National Pan-Hellenic Council

      Miami University

      - 1 year

      Oxford, Ohio

      - Organized the council into 4 committees (Philanthropy, Greeks Step Up, NPHC Week, and Step Show) to focus on reaching council goals
      - Facilitated bi-weekly meetings for a council of 35-45 members
      - Chaired the 2019 Stroll-Off committee, sold over 300 tickets and donated $500 to the local food pantry
      - Promoted Tri-Council relationship building with Inter-fraternity Council and Panhellenic Council

  • University of California, Berkeley Graphic

    LEAD Center Intern

    University of California, Berkeley

    - 3 months

    Berkeley, California

    - Created Emotional intelligence workshop with a slide deck, facilitators guide, and facilitators guide for Cal Facilitation Team
    - Improved modes of collecting and analyzing contact information and Recruitment/Intake information
    - Participated in weekly critical thinking discussions based on higher education and social justice issues
    - Recommended ways to improve CalGreeks website to highlight critical information

  • Miami University Graphic

    Summer Scholars Program Counselor

    Miami University

    - 2 months

    - Facilitated a group of 12 high school students through nightly topic discussions, college prep workshops, and diversity dialogue
    - Worked with 15 other program counselors to schedule nightly activities for 190 high school students that were accessible and engaging for most of our students
    - Facilitated conflict mediation sessions between high school students
    - Participated in on-call and duty rotation
    - Obtained training on LGBTQ+ Safe Zone, active listening, facilitation, and…

    - Facilitated a group of 12 high school students through nightly topic discussions, college prep workshops, and diversity dialogue
    - Worked with 15 other program counselors to schedule nightly activities for 190 high school students that were accessible and engaging for most of our students
    - Facilitated conflict mediation sessions between high school students
    - Participated in on-call and duty rotation
    - Obtained training on LGBTQ+ Safe Zone, active listening, facilitation, and diversity

  • Cleveland Airport System Graphic

    Intern

    Cleveland Airport System

    - 1 month

    Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

    Marketing and Air-Service Development Department
    - Researched and presented findings on the cargo industry in terms of garments and textiles
    - Worked with a team of interns to evaluate low sales and improve customer service for a new onsite restaurant

  • Cleveland Airport System Graphic

    Intern

    Cleveland Airport System

    - 3 months

    Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

    Business Development and Management Department
    -Created and analyzed a service satisfaction survey taken by over 150 guests for the Rock N’ Dock Marina to assess service satisfaction levels and document customer concerns
    -Shadowed the Properties Manager of Leased Concessions stands to understand the processing of payments and lease obligations as it relates to maintenance and upkeep of 35-40 rented and available spaces

  • Dave's Supermarkets

    Dave's Supermarkets

    3 years 1 month

    • Dave's Supermarkets Graphic

      Front End Manager

      Dave's Supermarkets

      - 4 months

      Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

      - Oversaw a team of 2-5 cashiers at a time
      - Troubleshoot customer service and machine issues
      - Greet, engage and thank customers in a kind way that made them feel comfortable and welcomed
      - Monitored cleanliness and upkeep of registers and end cabinets

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      Cashier

      Dave's Supermarkets

      - 3 years 1 month

      Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area

      - Scan and bag groceries items in a timely manner to allow constant flow and short lines
      - Handle customer tenders correctly, including checks, cash, and credit or debit cards
      - Greet engage and thank customers in a kind way that made them feel welcomed and appreciated

Education

  • Miami University Graphic

    Miami University

    Bachelor of Arts Public Administration

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    Activities and Societies: Regional NPHC Conference Committee, Presidential Working Group on Diversity and Inclusion, Scholar Leader

    As an alumnus of Miami University, I was consistently working to leave my personal imprint on campus. Whether it be mentoring and leading others as a MADE@Miami Group Leader, or Summer Scholars counselor, coordinating a Drive-In Regional NPHC conference, or the Presidential Working Group for Diversity and Inclusion, my time on this campus was not in vain!

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    DePaul University

    Master of Arts - MA Digital Communication and Media Arts

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Honors & Awards

  • President's Distinguished Service Award

    Miami University

    "For more than 35 years, this award has recognized a select group of outstanding Miami students who have made an extraordinary impact on the Miami community. Some recipients made transformative change in a single department or organization, while others impacted multiple areas on campus, but all left a lasting impact on Miami."

  • NASPA Region IV-E Undergraduate Rising Star Award

    NASPA Region IV-E

    "This award recognizes an undergraduate student for achievement, involvement, and potential in the Student Affairs profession. It is presented to an undergraduate student at each of the state/province college(s) or universities within Region IV-East who is actively involved in the Division of Student Affairs and has intentions of pursuing an advanced degree in Student Affairs."

  • Love and Honor Cup

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  • Mr. Pink Panther

    Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Lambda Mu Chapter

    Pageant in which contestants had to show their creativity by envisioning the perfect date scenario, impression and thinking on their feet through a question and answer round. The one contestant that showed the most creativity and character won the title of Mr. Pink Panther

  • David L & Pearl M Holden Scholarship

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  • RedHawk Excellence Scholarship

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  • Richard A. Ludwin Scholarship

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Languages

  • English

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Organizations

  • NASPA Undergraduate Fellows Program

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  • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated - Kappa Delta Chapter

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  • Miami University Fashion & Design

    Modeling Co-Director

  • Miami University Gospel Singers

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