Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Interests
Timeline
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April Erskine

April Erskine

Melbourne,Australia

Summary

Results-driven Marketing Leader with extensive experience in executing high-impact campaigns and enhancing brand visibility. Proven expertise in strategic planning, multi-channel marketing, and data analysis. Strong analytical skills combined with creative problem-solving foster audience engagement and optimize team performance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Supervisor

City of Darebin
12.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced community engagement through targeted marketing campaigns and initiatives.
  • Executed promotional events by coordinating cross-functional team efforts effectively.
  • Managed marketing budget allocations for Darebin Arts programming and project events.
  • Created impactful marketing and branding collateral to support organizational goals.
  • Crafted engaging copy for various channels, increasing audience connection and response.
  • Facilitated website platform transition for Darebin Arts to improve user experience.
  • Streamlined delivery of materials for programming events and promotional collateral.
  • Conducted market trend analysis to drive strategic planning and decision-making.
  • Boosted social media engagement by 35% through innovative content strategies.

Communications & Marketing Manager

3MBS Fine Music
01.2016 - 2021
  • Enhanced brand visibility through integrated marketing campaigns and audience engagement.
  • Boosted online presence by managing social media platforms effectively.
  • Drove attendance at promotional events, strengthening stakeholder relationships significantly.
  • Maintained brand reputation by leading timely crisis communication efforts.
  • Achieved increased ticket sales through successful product promotion collaborations.
  • Executed strategic marketing campaigns, resulting in heightened brand awareness.

Arts Ambassador Committee Member

City of Darebin
01.2017 - 2018

Enhanced community engagement through participation in Darebin Council's Arts Ambassador Committee.

Facilitated discussions on cultural initiatives to promote local arts and community involvement.

Collaborated with diverse stakeholders to shape inclusive programs benefiting the local arts scene.

Provided recommendations for arts projects aligning with community needs and council objectives.

Represented community interests in sub-committee meetings, advocating for underrepresented artists and initiatives.

Contributed insights that influenced policy decisions regarding arts funding and community resources.

Assisted in organizing community events to raise awareness of local artistic talents and opportunities.

Marketing Consultant/Founder

BCauseARTS
01.2015 - 2017
  • Executed integrated marketing campaigns through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Facilitated workshops for artists on effective marketing strategies and practices.
  • Managed budget allocations for marketing projects to ensure cost-effective execution.
  • Enhanced website performance for artists, boosting search engine rankings and web traffic.
  • Crafted tailored marketing plans, utilizing both traditional and digital tactics.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre

DeSales University
Pennsylvania, USA
01-2005

Coursework Certificate - Content Marketing & Social Media

RMIT University
Melbourne, Victoria, VIC
01-2024

Skills

  • InDesign
  • Budget Reports
  • Social Media
  • Digital UX
  • Design Briefs
  • WordPress
  • Hootsuite
  • Publicity
  • Brand Management
  • OpenCities
  • Sitecore Send
  • Project Management
  • CRM Management
  • Copy Editor
  • Developing content
  • Website optimization strategies
  • Social media management experience
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Delivered the transfer of Darebin Arts website from SiteCore to OpenCities
  • Increased Darebin Arts Speakeasy's social media following by 40%
  • Project managed multi-platform marketing strategy for an all-day classical music festival at Melbourne Recital Centre

Interests

  • Knitting and Crocheting
  • Bikepacking and Hiking
  • Adventure Travel
  • Theater

Timeline

Marketing Supervisor

City of Darebin
12.2021 - Current

Arts Ambassador Committee Member

City of Darebin
01.2017 - 2018

Communications & Marketing Manager

3MBS Fine Music
01.2016 - 2021

Marketing Consultant/Founder

BCauseARTS
01.2015 - 2017

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre

DeSales University

Coursework Certificate - Content Marketing & Social Media

RMIT University
April Erskine