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AMANDA WALKER

Summary

Motivated individual with business acumen and willingness to take on new and challenging roles. Tech-savvy and quick learning with technical know-how, social media expertise and sales abilities to support and drive substantial growth.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelancer

Self Employed
06.2023 - Current

Recent freelance work includes:

  • Snapchat upfront online event - New Moon
  • Sponsorship activation - Boost Mobile
  • Management of social media accounts for professional athletes
  • Media management - Gold Coast Airshow
  • Copywriting - Ellis Management

Sales Consultant

Genesis Motors Australia
03.2022 - 02.2023
  • Assisted in developing sales strategies and setting targets for different accounts.
  • Generated sales across complete sales cycle process from prospecting through contract negotiations and closings.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to design promotional materials for campaigns.

Business Development Manager Tourism and Events

Morris International
02.2018 - 10.2021
  • Work across multi-sites and industries; automotive, corporate, private, music, sporting, and media events.
  • Develop the sales strategy and budget including implementing effective short- and long-term sales plans for all events and partnerships.
  • Identifying and pursuing all sales opportunities including B2C and B2B pathways, converting lead to sales.
  • Manage all aspects of marketing from refining strategy to brand management, communications, media, and events.
  • Digital strategies across paid media, social media, email, content, and influencer marketing.

Sales and Marketing Manager Tourism and Events

Sirromet Wines
05.2014 - 02.2018
  • Create and implement sales and marketing strategies within budget to exceed sales KPI's.
  • Created and distributed promotional materials to increase brand awareness.
  • Performed data analysis using software tools like Excel or Tableau for better understanding of customer behavior patterns.
  • Creation and content of social media platforms.
  • Tender for events and negotiate contracts.
  • Analyzed competitor activities in the market and identified opportunities for growth.
  • Collaborated with product development teams to create new products that meet customer demands.

Freelancer

Self Employed
01.2014 - 05.2024
  • Event creation and management - Ferrari Racing Days.
  • Production team - Top Gear Festival.

Motorsport Events and Marketing Manager

Porsche Cars Australia
12.2012 - 12.2013
  • Manage two premium race categories: Porsche Carrara Cup Australia and Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge.
  • Delivered events on time, within budget and exceeded expectations.
  • Activation and leverage of sponsorship and ambassadors.
  • Managed creation of marketing materials, media releases, collateral and sales support tools.

Marketing Coordinator

David Jones
05.2008 - 12.2011
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive marketing plans to increase brand awareness.
  • Developed creative ideas for product launches and special offers.
  • Conducted market research to identify potential target audiences for campaigns.
  • Provided support in the planning, coordination, and execution of promotional campaigns.
  • Provided input into the development of brand guidelines for consistency across channels.

Communications Intern

CPR Communications and Public Relations
09.2006 - 05.2008
  • Public relations and communication strategies for state and federal government departments, crisis management, media engagement and training.

Education

Bachelor of Business - Marketing and Events -

Latrobe University
01-2007

Tertiary Education Certificate -

St Patrick’s College
01-2003

Skills

  • Content Writing
  • Project Management
  • Social Media Strategy
  • SEO Optimization
  • Excellent Communication
  • Content Development

References

Alex Sey

Previously Sirromet Wines Senior Leadership Team Operations and Events Manager

Mobile: 0418 301 012

Timeline

Freelancer

Self Employed
06.2023 - Current

Sales Consultant

Genesis Motors Australia
03.2022 - 02.2023

Business Development Manager Tourism and Events

Morris International
02.2018 - 10.2021

Sales and Marketing Manager Tourism and Events

Sirromet Wines
05.2014 - 02.2018

Freelancer

Self Employed
01.2014 - 05.2024

Motorsport Events and Marketing Manager

Porsche Cars Australia
12.2012 - 12.2013

Marketing Coordinator

David Jones
05.2008 - 12.2011

Communications Intern

CPR Communications and Public Relations
09.2006 - 05.2008

Bachelor of Business - Marketing and Events -

Latrobe University

Tertiary Education Certificate -

St Patrick’s College
AMANDA WALKER