Maria Velegrinis
Donvale,Australia
Summary
Highly skilled Communications Specialist with background in both corporate and non-profit sectors. Diverse experience includes strategic communications planning, brand management, and content creation. Strengths lie in ability to build strong relationships, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and create impactful messages tailored to various audiences. Past roles have resulted in improved internal and external communication strategies, fostering positive public perception and enhancing overall brand identity.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Specialist
Medmont International
Nunawading, Melbourne
01.2021 - Current
- Liaison to the People & Cultures Manager
- Development of internal marketing brand and materials and management of offline, internal communications
- Development, drafting and editing of HR resources for recruiting, induction and off boarding of employees
- Development, drafting and editing of HR resources related to policies and procedures, employee contracts, position descriptions and performance management tools
Marketing Manager & Partner
Visual Memories
Donvale, Melbourne
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Partner of online business providing photographic and design services
- Financial management – maintaining financial reports, filing annual tax returns, budgeting
- Social Media marketing, management, and planning
- Website Management
- Brand Management
- Supplier procurement operations and relations
Various Community Projects
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Whilst I have been completing my studies and my children have been at school and/or required full-time care, I have made my services and Marketing and Design skills available to community groups
- CPEC (Cerebral Palsy Education Centre) – volunteering during PhD research
- DONCARE – design and creation of Staff Photobook
- EAST DONCASTER SCOUTS GROUP – design of Promotional materials including Billboard artwork, Flyers, and Adverts
Marketing Administrator
Positive Training Solutions
Donvale, Melbourne
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Assistant to CEO
- Management of Databases
- Organisation of Team Events and Quarterly Sales Meetings
- Website Management
- Creation and management of Marketing materials – Brochures, Training materials, PR materials - Customer Testimonials, Case Studies
- Brand Management
Marketing Administrator
Pizza Lovers Franchising
Mitcham, Melbourne
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Assistant to CEO
- Management of Databases
- Organisation of Team-building Events
- Payroll using Myob
- Creation and management of Marketing materials – pamphlets, flyers, brochures
- Customer Service
Marketing Assistant
Comcater Pty Ltd
Yarraville, Melbourne
01.1996 - 06.1998
- Assistant to CEO
- Management of Databases and Spreadsheets
- Organisation of local & interstate Trade Shows and Events
- Liaising with Sales Team & Management
- Creation and management of Marketing material
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Applied Linguistics
Monash University
Clayton01.2025
Masters of Applied Linguistics -
Monash University
01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Monash University
01.1995
Bachelor of Business - Marketing
Monash University
01.1995
Skills
- High-Level Administrative Support
- Database Management
- Integrated Marketing Proficiency
- Visual Communication Design
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Effective Time Management
- MS Office Proficiency
- Windows Proficiency
- Advanced Research Skills
- Research-Based Writing
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Effective Troubleshooting Skills
Hobbies and Interests
- Languages: speak Greek and conversational Italian
- Travel
- Reading
- Boxing & Yoga
- Cooking
- Passionate AFL Carlton Blues supporter!
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Communications Specialist
Medmont International
01.2021 - Current
Marketing Manager & Partner
Visual Memories
01.2017 - 01.2022
Various Community Projects
01.2015 - 01.2018
Marketing Administrator
Positive Training Solutions
01.2005 - 01.2009
Marketing Administrator
Pizza Lovers Franchising
01.1998 - 01.2001
Marketing Assistant
Comcater Pty Ltd
01.1996 - 06.1998
Doctor of Philosophy - Applied Linguistics
Monash University
Masters of Applied Linguistics -
Monash University
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Monash University
Bachelor of Business - Marketing
Monash University
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