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Sakina Tarwala

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Seasoned Marketing manager and Web Producer with expertise in a range of web development software and a Master's in Business Administration specialising in Digital Marketing. Accomplished in optimizing content and tapping into new marketing and branding opportunities and leading teams to success. Proficient in managing reporting tools and analytics dashboards.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Marketing Manager

Moonee Valley Racing Club (MVRC)
02.2022 - Current
  • Successfully led the team managing the digital marketing function across eight brands owned and operated by MVRC
  • Improved page content, keyword relevancy, and branding to achieve search engine optimization goals.
  • Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.
  • Monitored trends in digital marketing landscape and adjusted strategies accordingly.

Digital Marketing Manager

Signature Floors
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • Achieved a growth in direct & paid traffic of over 150% within the first 6 months
  • Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to deliver successful execution of marketing initiatives.
  • Developed and executed A/B testing strategies to optimize campaign performance.
  • Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.
  • Analyzed and reported on KPIs to validate and demonstrate success of marketing campaigns.

Associate Director - Marketing Communications

AccorHotels
07.2017 - 03.2021
  • Achieved a direct room night growth of 7.4% against a target of 5% through affiliate marketing, search engine optimization, content marketing, social media strategy implementation and newsletters
  • Trained and developed department leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
  • Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

Communications & Research Specialist

Deakin University
10.2015 - 06.2017
  • Created a unique internal communications toolkit for the Organisational Development Division
  • Analyzed variations in complex tests, experiments and procedures to produce research data.
  • Implemented modifications and quality control measures to influence research conclusions.
  • Monitored research data to assess accuracy, validity and integrity.

Digital Marketing Executive

Thinkun Digital
11.2016 - 05.2017
  • Created solution-based execution plans to achieve business goals based on Google Analytics and internal reporting data.
  • Implemented weekly promotional and editorial strategies to improve customer engagement across channels.
  • Mentored employees on industry best practices and job-specific marketing tasks to support quality deliverables.
  • Optimized website exposure by analyzing search engine patterns to direct online placement of keywords or other content.

Marketing & Sales Roles

Harvey Norman / Pivot Stove and Heating
11.2015 - 10.2016
  • Smashed targets for the very 1st three months with the organisation

Marketing Consultant

Star India Pvt Ltd
06.2013 - 05.2015
  • Marketed youth television shows and a nation-wide festival - Vfest, including public relations, on-air trailer scheduling, content generation, on-ground university activation and celebrity management
  • Collaborated with sales team to increase brand awareness and enhance business development by building and maintaining relationships with 5 key accounts.
  • Conducted market research and reported on clients' competition.
  • Created customized marketing materials to increase product awareness.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Deakin University
Melbourne
01.2017

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Mumbai
Mumbai,India
01.2015

Advanced Diploma in Advertising -

University of Mumbai
Mumbai, India
01.2015

Certificate in International Marketing -

Kings College London
London
12.2014

Skills

  • Managing high-impact digital marketing and sales campaign launches from planning, budgeting, execution through to reporting
  • Marketing Cloud Management
  • Customer Journey Mapping
  • ROI Analysis
  • Strategic market positioning for new product launches and event promotion using SEO & SEM tools
  • Expert level proficiency in digital marketing tools - Google Ads, Facebook AdsManager, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Eloqua, Taguchi, Campaign Monitor, HubSpot, MailChimp and more
  • Expert level proficiency in CMS systems eg Sitecore, WordPress, Webflow, Sana Commerce, Squiz and more
  • Expert level proficiency in CRM systems eg Salesforce Cloud, CRM 365, and several custom implementations
  • Equipped with developer-level skills in reporting with tools including Google Data Studio, Google Analytics (GA4), Sitecore, WordPress, Facebook AdsManager, EzRMS, Web Lever, FOLS, MYOB, Dapulse Project Management tool and SwiftPOS (Point of Sale System)
  • Expert level knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Proficiency in using ERP's including: Microsoft Business 365, Dynamics 365, Navison, HotelConnect, FOLs
  • Strong written and communication skills

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Digital Marketing Manager

Moonee Valley Racing Club (MVRC)
02.2022 - Current

Digital Marketing Manager

Signature Floors
04.2021 - 01.2022

Associate Director - Marketing Communications

AccorHotels
07.2017 - 03.2021

Digital Marketing Executive

Thinkun Digital
11.2016 - 05.2017

Marketing & Sales Roles

Harvey Norman / Pivot Stove and Heating
11.2015 - 10.2016

Communications & Research Specialist

Deakin University
10.2015 - 06.2017

Marketing Consultant

Star India Pvt Ltd
06.2013 - 05.2015

Master of Business Administration -

Deakin University

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Mumbai

Advanced Diploma in Advertising -

University of Mumbai

Certificate in International Marketing -

Kings College London
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