Charlize McDaniel

Tarpon Springs, Florida | (727)-204-8935 | charlizemcdanielbusiness@gmail.com | www.charlizemcdaniel.com


EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA | 2023 - 2025

• Bachelor’s Degree in Integrated Public Relations and Advertising - Summa Cum Laude

ST PETERSBURG COLLEGE | 2019 - 2021

• Associates of Arts - Summa Cum Laude


PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT

PR & MARKETING COORDINATOR | 2025-Current | PINEAPPLE HOSPITALITY GROUP

• Redesign and maintain multiple restaurant websites to enhance user experience and brand consistency.

• Oversee all email marketing efforts, including copywriting, design, photography, and campaign strategy, maintaining a 40% open rate.

• Manage four distinct restaurant brands, ensuring cohesive yet differentiated branding across fonts, color palettes, and messaging.

• Coordinate and executed advertising initiatives, including Google Ads, to increase visibility and customer reach.

• Create engaging, professional reels and visual content to promote brand storytelling and drive social engagement.

MULTIMEDIA INTERN | 2024-2025 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA

• Edit and produce engaging video content using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects to showcase the university's vibrant community and support advancement initiatives.

• Develop visual storytelling and content creation skills while contributing to the university's mission of community engagement.

• Collaborate with teams to design and deliver compelling visuals using tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to support marketing and outreach efforts.

PHOTOGRAPHER/BUSINESS OWNER | 2023-CURRENT | CHARLIZE MCDANIEL PHOTOGRAPHY

• Use professional equipment & a strong understanding of camera settings and software to capture, edit, and sell digital images in the categories of sports and portraits.

• Manage all aspects of business operations, including client engagement, sales, and digital marketing.

• Utilize professional photography and video techniques to capture and edit compelling digital content.

BARISTA | 2021-2023| STARBUCKS

• Trained new team members, enhancing their knowledge of operations and customer engagement.

• Managed customer relationships and adapted to evolving customer preferences.

• Developed strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment.


SPECIAL SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Illustrator)

• Proficient in Google Suites (Docs, Slides, Sheets, Calendar) and Microsoft Office Programs

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, multi-tasking. and team collaboration

• General knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript




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