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WORK EXPERIENCE

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Work experience
Work experience

Part-time

Jan 2024 to Present

Brisbane, Australia

SHE SHINES MARKETING

FOUNDER & MARKETING STRATEGIST

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BRAND STRATEGY & DEVELOPMENT

- Guide businesses in crafting strong, professional brand identities.

- Develop comprehensive branding strategies, ensuring consistency across all platforms.

- Educate business owners on the importance of high-quality branding and marketing.

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MARKETING & CONTENT STRATEGY

- Create tailored marketing strategies to help businesses increase visibility and engagement.

- Plan and execute content strategies, including social media, email marketing and blogs.

- Analyse market trends to provide clients with data-driven insights for growth.

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WEBSITE DESIGN & DIGITAL PRESENCE

- Design and develop professional, high-converting websites tailored to each client’s brand.

- Optimise websites for user experience, SEO and lead generation.

- Integrate e-commerce and booking systems to streamline client operations.

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BRAND PHOTOGRAPHY & VISUAL STORYTELLING

- Conduct branding photoshoots to elevate business aesthetics and professionalism.

- Provide clients with high-quality images for social media, websites and promotional materials.

- Ensure all visual assets align with the brand’s identity and messaging.

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EDUCATION & COACHING

- Develop and deliver branding and marketing courses for small to medium-sized businesses.

- Provide one-on-one coaching to help entrepreneurs refine their brand positioning.

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SOFTWARE:

| Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Premier Pro, Lightroom, InDesign, Illustrator |

| Wix Website Builder | Shopify |

| Klaviyo | Canva | Trello | SocialBee |

| Google Business | Google Workspace |

| ChatGPT |

| Dropbox |

| Meta Business |

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Full-time

Oct 2021 to Present

Brisbane, Australia

LITTLE BIRDIE HAIR CO

MARKETING MANAGER

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MARKETING STRATEGY & PLANNING

- Develop and implement marketing strategies aligned with brand values and business goals.

- Plan and execute seasonal and holiday campaigns (e.g. summer blondes, new product launches).

- Analyse market trends to identify new opportunities and stay ahead of competitors.

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CONTENT CREATION & MANAGEMENT

- Create engaging social media content (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) to showcase salon services, promotions and client transformations.

- Write newsletters and email marketing content, including updates, promotions and community involvement.

- Develop blog posts on trending topics, hair care tips and sustainability practices.

- Produce video content featuring styling techniques, behind-the-scenes and client testimonials.

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BRANDING & PUBLIC RELATIONS

- Maintain consistent brand messaging across all marketing channels.

- Collaborate with the founder (Tenille) to ensure the brand’s story and values are conveyed authentically.

- Coordinate PR efforts, including media outreach and collaboration with influencers.

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SOCIAL MEDIA & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

- Manage social media accounts, including scheduling, posting and engaging with followers.

- Respond to client inquiries and comments on social platforms.

- Monitor and analyse social media metrics to track engagement and growth.

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ADVERTISING & CAMPAIGNS

- Plan and run paid social media ad campaigns, targeting specific demographics.

- Develop creative concepts for Meta ads, Google ads and print campaigns.

- Measure and analyse the performance of paid campaigns, adjusting strategies as needed.

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EVENT COORDINATION

- Plan and promote salon events, like masterclasses, product launches or community fundraisers.

- Organise promotional campaigns for new services or stylist achievements.

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CLIENT & COMMUNITY RELATIONS

- Engage with local businesses and community groups to build partnerships.

- Create and maintain relationships with loyal clients through thank-you notes, discounts or exclusive events.

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DATA & REPORTING

- Track marketing performance metrics, including social engagement, website traffic and sales impact.

- Present reports to leadership, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.

- Analyse client feedback to understand preferences and areas to improve.

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TEAM COLLABORATION & SUPPORT

- Collaborate with stylists to capture content and share their expertise.

- Support the team with promotional materials, flyers and social media graphics.

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SOFTWARE:

| Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Premier Pro, Lightroom, InDesign, Illustrator |

| Wix Website Builder | Shopify |

| Klaviyo | Mailchimp | Canva | Trello | Later | SocialBee |

| Google Business | Google Workspace |

| ChatGPT |

| Phorest | 

| Dropbox |

| Meta Business |
 

Work experience

Part-time

Feb 2021 to Oct 2021

Brisbane, Australia

VET N PET DIRECT

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

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- Designed and created online specials for the e-commerce website to drive sales.

- Developed and executed weekly EDMs (Electronic Direct Mail) for customer engagement and promotions.

- Produced promotional adverts for weekly specials, ensuring brand consistency across digital platforms.

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SOFTWARE:

| Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator

| Klaviyo | Canva |

| Dropbox | 
 

Work experience

Part-time

Jan 2020 to Feb 2021

Brisbane, Australia

ESTATE IMAGES & SHADOWLIGHT STUDIO

STUDIO & MARKETING MANAGER

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- Provided high-level customer service via phone and email, ensuring client satisfaction.

- Managed booking schedules, including session quoting and coordinating photographers for various projects.

- Edited and retouched photos for real estate, architecture, product and portrait photography.

- Prepared and delivered client files, including resizing and optimising images for different platforms.

- Planned and executed marketing campaigns, creating both online and print promotional materials.

- Managed website updates, including adding and resizing images, creating landing pages and maintaining client testimonials.

- Oversaw social media management across LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram using Hootsuite to schedule and optimise content.

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SOFTWARE:

| Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, Illustrator |

| Wix Website Builder |

| Mailchimp | Canva | Trello | Later | Hootsuit |

| Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook |

| Apple Mail & Calendar |

| Dropbox |

| Meta Business |
 

Full-Time

2015 - 2021

Brisbane, Australia

SMITTEN STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY

FOUNDER & PHOTOGRAPHER

 

- Delivered high-level customer service via phone, email, in-person meetings, photography sessions and sales consultations.

- Created marketing materials, managed website updates, and analysed social media performance for strategic growth.

- Provided professional photography across various settings, demonstrating quick problem-solving and a proactive approach.

- Managed sales and client demonstrations of photography products, ensuring a seamless customer experience.

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SOFTWARE:

| Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, Illustrator |

| Wix Website Builder |

| Mailchimp | Canva | Trello | Later | Hootsuit |

| Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook |

| Xero |

| Dropbox |

| Meta Business |

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Part-Time

Short-term project

Jan 2019 - Apr 2019

Brisbane, Australia

MORETON BAY COLLEGE

PROJECT MARKETING ASSISTANT

 

- Uploaded and managed website content using the Digistorm platform.

- Edited, resized, and selected high-quality photographs for website use.

- Edited and proofread content to ensure accuracy and consistency.

- Created and updated PowerPoint presentations, maintaining alignment with current branding.

 

​SOFTWARE:

| Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign |

| Digistorm Website on Wordpress |

| Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook |

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Full-Time

2012 - 2015

Brisbane, Australia

AUSTRALIAN RADIO NETWORK

ACCOUNT MANAGER & AD COORDINATOR

 

- Prepared professional client marketing proposals and conducted sales meetings.

- Analysed statistics and researched marketing solutions to support business growth.

- Provided high-level customer service via phone, email, external client meetings and staff meeting coordination.

- Acted as a key liaison between teams, departments, account directors and external clients.

- Planned and coordinated events, ensuring seamless execution.

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SOFTWARE:

| Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook |

| Radio Advisor |

| E Ram - Fusion System|

| Aquira Booking System |

| Aircheck |

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Full-Time

2011 - 2012 |

Brisbane, Australia

LIQUOR TRADERS

GRAPHIC DESIGNER & MARKETING ASSISTANT

 

- Print ad creations for Courier Mail Brisbane

- Created marketing material including brochures, posters, billboards and flyer designs

- Uploaded website data and weekly specials on website platform

- Social media updates for all local Thirsty Camel Facebook accounts across Queensland

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SOFTWARE:

| Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign |

| Wordpress website builder |

| Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook |

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Full-Time

2006 - 2008 |

London, UK

HARRODS DEPARTMENT STORE

ADMINISTRATOR & RECEPTIONIST

 

- Customer relationships and high level of customer service via phone, email and in person

- Administrative tasks such as customer orders insertion on a proprietary computer system

- Processing of invoices

- Postage and dispatching or hampers and gift boxes

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SOFTWARE:

| Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign |

| Wordpress website builder |

| Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook |

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EDUCATION

QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

Brisbane, Australia

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CREATIVE INDUSTRIES DIPLOMA

| Visual communication |
| Photomedia and artistic practice |

| Digital media |

| Animation and motion graphics |

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LINKOPING UNIVERSITY

Linköping, Sweden

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MEDIA & COMMUNICATION SCIENCES

| New media and information retrieval |
| Design |
| Photography and performance |
| Media and communication society in perspective | 

| Media content and language |

| Media, communication and the public sphere |
| Media communication and contemporary culture |

Education
Special Skills
Special skills

PHOTOGRAPHY

| Canon 5D Mark III |

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| Prophoto Studio Light Equipment |

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| Advanced Editing in Adobe Suite |

COMPUTER SOFTWARE

| Adobe Creative Suite |

Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, InDesign, Illustrator

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| Microsoft Office |

Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook


| Final Cut Pro Video Editor |


| Media & Advertising Systems |

Radio Advisor, E Ram - Fusion

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| Aquira Booking System & Aircheck |

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 | EDM, Online & Social Media Scheduling |

Klaviyo, Mailchimp, Canva, Trello, Later, Hootsuit, SocialBee

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 | Dropbox |

 

| Mac and PC platforms |

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| Typing speed - 65 wpm |

LANGUAGES

| English - Fluent |


| Swedish - Native |


| Norwegian - Excellent understanding | 

 

| Danish - Basic understanding |

© Anna Sandilands resume updated 2025.

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