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Lynsey Heggan

Belfast

Summary

Decisive Marketing Manager 5 years of experience driving company growth through creative and innovative strategies. Resourceful team leader skilled at analysing market trends and customer needs to develop highly effective, targeted marketing campaigns.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Manager

Bachus Group
Belfast
07.2022 - Current
  • Managing Social Media Channels of 5 Venues (Sweet Afton, Rita's, Perch, Franklins and Flaxx)
  • Creating weekly Social Plan to promote Brand, Events and Promotions, resulting in increased Venue revenues.
  • Collaborating with Designers on artwork and in-house Marketing material, ensuring alignment with brand identity and adhering to budget constraints.
  • Working closely with Venue Managers to coordinate Promotions, Theme Nights and Events.
  • Produced engaging content for in-house Offers, Products, Menu items and Events to reinforce brand identity.
  • Recruited and Supervised PR Staff for Online and on Street Shifts, ensuring availability of appropriate Marketing Materials.
  • Directing Photography and Videography sessions along with editing for new Menu launches, Promotions and Events at each Venue. Using Lightroom, Photoshop and CapCut to achieve high quality content.
  • Maintaining up-to-date websites and managing Google accounts, responding to reviews and promptly resolving issues.
  • Collaboration with external companies for effective AD Campaigns, maximising Promotional reach.
  • Partnership with Visit Belfast to promote Venue Events and Promotions, driving revenue growth.
  • Analysed customer data and campaign performance to drive improvements.
  • Monitored campaign performance, adapting strategy as needed to ensure business goals were consistently met.
  • Coordinate with Drink Reps to introduce diverse Drink Promotions, enhancing customer retention.
  • Advised on marketing strategy with strong industry knowledge.
  • Supervised all marketing and planning activities to achieve company goals.
  • Working with Brand Reps for product launches, overseeing Guest Lists, Social Content, POS material and Event execution.
  • Liaise with DJs / Singers to ensure appropriate entertainment for each venue.
  • Managing Online Bookings through Social Media, ResDiary, DoJo and Glistrr.
  • Ensure deadlines are met for weekly Events, Menus, Reports and Promotions.
  • Operate within budget constraints, making strategic and cost-effective decisions to optimise yearly budget distribution.
  • Data collection to build mailing list to offer customers promotions, kept up to date with upcoming events to enhance ticket sales.

My daily duties and responsibilities include

  • Implement Digital Plans across all venues Social Media platforms, providing strong audience focus, driving revenue and supporting effective external communication.
  • Plan, shoot and edit Photography and Videography.
  • Regular performance reporting using Google Analytics and Meta Ads Manager.
  • Work closely with Venue Management to increase revenue by Promotions.
  • Managing Social Media Channels, including content creation, proof reading, scheduling, promotion management and reporting.
  • Review and update website content including Offers, Menus, Entertainment, upcoming Events.
  • Monitor and optimise performance of all Digital activity.
  • Data collection to maximise repeat customers via Email Marketing, complying with GDPR Laws.
  • Ensuring all venues are kept up to date with POS Material by working closely with Suppliers to achieve this.
  • Grow website traffic and enable Digital growth.
  • Manage online Bookings and ensure all team members are up to date with correct information.
  • Attend weekly Meetings with Directors, Senior Management and Venue Management.

Hairdresser

Lamont Hairdressing
Newtownabbey, Antrim and Newtownabbey
10.2013 - 12.2018
  • Welcomed and assisted Clients by providing exceptional Customer Service.
  • Managed appointments, both over phone and in person, ensuring smooth scheduling process
  • Conducted thorough consultations with Clients to understand their haircut, Colour, Upstyle or Service Preferences.
  • Tailored Services to meet and Customers expectations, showcasing strong communication skills.
  • Upselling products, electrical equipment to generate revenue to Salon.
  • Money handling with Cash, over phone payment and Card payment.
  • Set up workstations and treatment rooms with necessary products, equipment and supplies.

Marketing and Bookings Manager

The Merchant Hotel
Belfast
12.2018 - 07.2022
  • Managed Social Media channels such as Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok.
  • Developing weekly Social Plan to promote Events, Drink Promotions, Entertainment and Table Bookings.
  • Coordinated online and phone bookings, handling deposits and ensuring seamless reservation process.
  • Supervised PR Staff for both online and on-street shifts, ensuring appropriate materials for shifts were available.
  • Orchestrated table plans, greeted and guided customers to their table, ensured Host's delivered excellent customer service while maintaining clean areas.
  • Filmed and curated content during Events, capturing highlights of table service, DJs, lively Dancefloor and outdoor Live Music to boost customer engagement.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with Directors to review previous week and update them on upcoming Theme nights, Weekly Events and Members' parties.
  • Created Guest Lists for Events, managed Host's, Decor and customer interactions to enhance overall customer satisfaction.
  • Addressed and resolved problems as arose, demonstrating effective troubleshooting skills.

Host

Ollies, The Merchant Hotel
Belfast
06.2018 - 12.2018
  • Welcomed customers and guided customers to their designated tables.
  • Proficiently handled taking orders, as well as processing card and cash payments.
  • Provided Bottle Table Service within x2 VIP area's and Club floor tables.
  • Supervised and coordinated other Hosts, ensuring each customer received outstanding customer service.
  • Maintained clean and organised environment in assigned areas throughout venue.
  • Efficiently addressed and resolved any issues or problems that arose during operations.

Education

GCSEs -

Ulidia Integrated College

Ulidia Integrated College

Ulidia Integrated College

City & Guilds Level 2 in Communication | PASS - undefined

Belfast Metropolitan College

City&Guilds Level 2 Application of Number | PASS - undefined

NVQ Level 3 -

Belfast Metropolitan College
Belfast

NVQ Level 2 -

Belfast Metropolitan College
Belfast

Skills

  • Social Media Management
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Team Leadership
  • Content Creation
  • Marketing budget management
  • Event Promotion
  • Market research
  • Organised and efficient
  • Digital strategy development

Timeline

Marketing Manager

Bachus Group
07.2022 - Current

Marketing and Bookings Manager

The Merchant Hotel
12.2018 - 07.2022

Host

Ollies, The Merchant Hotel
06.2018 - 12.2018

Hairdresser

Lamont Hairdressing
10.2013 - 12.2018

GCSEs -

Ulidia Integrated College

Ulidia Integrated College

Ulidia Integrated College

City & Guilds Level 2 in Communication | PASS - undefined

Belfast Metropolitan College

City&Guilds Level 2 Application of Number | PASS - undefined

NVQ Level 3 -

Belfast Metropolitan College

NVQ Level 2 -

Belfast Metropolitan College
Lynsey Heggan