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Abigail Villarroel

Birmingham

Summary

Experienced and enthusiastic communication professional with track record of success across wide range of industries. Possesses exceptional interpersonal, and excellent knowledge of latest trends. Flexible, adaptable and punctual team-player. Possessing outstanding proficiency in digital work.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Consultant

Fourtold
03.2021 - Current
  • Provided advice, made recommendations and implemented problem-solving strategies for high-profile clients, including Syngenta Group, and CropLife Europe.
  • Actioned D&I campaigns for Syngenta Group and overall efforts were recognised by European Diversity Awards 2023, as an Outstanding Marketing Campaign.
  • Reviewed internal systems and organized training plans to address areas in need of improvement.
  • Led various projects under guidance and supervision of chief consultant.
  • Experienced with CRM, leading internally on Monday inputs for Fourtold, and externally on Salesforce for Meta.
  • Covered the role of Head of Design for a quarter, project managing creative projects for Apple, Vodafone, PepsiCo, Johnson & Johnson, Eurofer, and EDFE.

Freenlance Writer

Various Publications
01.2017 - 05.2021
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
  • Completed thorough research into assigned topics.

Marketing & Communication Officer

CROING
06.2019 - 01.2020
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans.
  • Supported public relations managers with writing, researching and preparation of materials


Digital Marketing & Communication Officer

Oxford Brookes University
09.2017 - 02.2019
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans for social media output.
  • Managed media relations for organizations to produce successful results.

Head of Radio, Producer & Presenter

Oxford Brookes Radio
10.2014 - 08.2017
  • Facilitated communication between production staff and other departments to synchronize work.
  • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
  • Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas, and segments.
  • Developed production plans and organized resources to achieve prompt delivery of projects.

PR & Social Media Officer

Qatar Happening & ABODE Magazine
12.2015 - 04.2016
  • Increased customer engagement through social media.
  • Monitored online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
  • Developed and managed content calendars for each platform to establish timely and relevant posts.
  • Contributed content which was published for the magazine.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Communications, Media And Culture & International Relations

Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, UK
06.2017

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma -

International School of London Qatar
Doha, Qatar
07.2013

Skills

  • Planning and Execution
  • Creatively Minded with Eye for Design
  • Content Strategy
  • Social Media Savvy
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Cultural Competency
  • Mastery of PowerPoint
  • Public Speaking
  • Project Management
  • Self-Starter
  • Time Management
  • Calm Under Pressure

Certification

  • L2 Certificate in Principles of Marketing from Abingdon & Witney College
  • Qualification Mental Health First Aid Certificate by Mental Health England

Writing

I've been a writer of personal essays, poetry, thought pieces and articles on pop culture. My writing has found a home in several publications, including: Color Bloq (formerly EFNIKS), Visual Verse, AZ Magazine, Chapter Z, The Gulf Times, as well as winning a Oxford Brookes Poetry Centre Mental Health Wellbeing Competition in 2015.

Languages

Spanish, English
Native language

Timeline

Associate Consultant

Fourtold
03.2021 - Current

Marketing & Communication Officer

CROING
06.2019 - 01.2020

Digital Marketing & Communication Officer

Oxford Brookes University
09.2017 - 02.2019

Freenlance Writer

Various Publications
01.2017 - 05.2021

PR & Social Media Officer

Qatar Happening & ABODE Magazine
12.2015 - 04.2016

Head of Radio, Producer & Presenter

Oxford Brookes Radio
10.2014 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Communications, Media And Culture & International Relations

Oxford Brookes University

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma -

International School of London Qatar
Abigail Villarroel