Stephen-Michael's
Professional Portfolio
Hi there! I’m a creative professional with nine years of experience turning ideas into impactful visuals, campaigns, and stories. My work spans various industries, including faith-based organizations, nonprofits, legislators, corporate entities, culture brands, and undergraduate institutions.
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Skillset Snapshot
Graphic Design: Crafting polished visuals for print and digital platforms.
Social Media Marketing: Building engagement and driving growth through smart, tailored strategies.
SEO & Analytics: Using data to optimize campaigns and increase visibility.
Short-form Videography: Creating dynamic, shareable content for social platforms.
Branding & Identity: Developing cohesive, memorable brands that stand out.
Photography: Capturing stunning visuals to tell compelling stories.
Content Management Systems: Ensuring smooth, user-friendly web experiences.
Email Marketing: Designing campaigns that connect and convert.
Omni-Channel Campaigns: Aligning messaging seamlessly across platforms.
Live-Stream Production: Delivering professional, high-quality live events.
Professional Resume
The NEA Foundation
Digital Communications Officer | November 2023 – Present
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Develop and execute multi-platform communications strategies to advance organizational goals.
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Manage the Foundation’s website, ensuring timely updates, new content, and collaboration with web consultants.
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Oversee social media accounts, creating campaigns and monitoring metrics across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
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Produce and distribute newsletters, targeted campaigns, and podcasts, maintaining brand standards and tracking success metrics.
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Support budget management and vendor coordination to ensure efficient project execution.
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The Maryland General Assembly
Digital Media Specialist | January 2020 – Present
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Design brochures, websites, and communication materials using Adobe Creative Suite and other software.
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Create and implement multi-channel strategies for social media, email marketing, and in-person outreach.
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Generate engaging daily content across platforms and produce newsletters.
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Develop branding assets such as logos, advertisements, and event materials.
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Collaborate with legislators to align messaging with policy initiatives and public relations goals.
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The SZN Group
Business Owner | July 2019 – Present
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Operate a full-service digital marketing agency specializing in graphic design, branding, and web design.
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Develop and implement comprehensive branding strategies and user-centric websites with SEO best practices.
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Create high-impact visual content, manage end-to-end project delivery, and maintain strong client relationships.
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Provide consulting on digital marketing trends, brand development, and content strategies.
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Foster strategic partnerships to expand service offerings and increase client base.
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Maryland State Delegate Jeffrie Long Jr.
Director of Communications | January 2023 – April 2024
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Produced reels, short-form videos, and graphics highlighting legislative priorities and events.
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Managed social media strategies and maintained the legislative website for consistent updates.
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Collaborated with delegations on joint marketing campaigns and cross-promotional initiatives.
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Analyzed engagement metrics to refine communication strategies and amplify outreach efforts.
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Communications Specialist | September 2021 – December 2022
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Crafted a winning communications strategy for the 2022 election campaign, driving voter engagement.
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Designed campaign branding and media assets, including logos, brochures, and advertisements.
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Managed social media strategy and content to expand the campaign’s reach.
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Organized community events to increase visibility and establish connections with constituents.
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After-School All-Stars New Jersey
Development & Marketing Manager | March 2023 – November 2023
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Built and managed funding relationships, wrote proposals, and secured grants to support the organization.
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Supervised junior marketing coordinators and captured events through photography and videography.
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Developed systems to enhance community engagement and monitored ad campaign performance.
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Led digital storytelling initiatives to highlight the organization’s impact on students and families.
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Marketing Coordinator | August 2022 – March 2023
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Designed marketing materials, managed social media campaigns, and supervised junior coordinators.
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Captured events via photography and analyzed campaign performance to optimize strategies.
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Established partnerships with community organizations to enhance program visibility and reach.
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Dimensions of Light WOTCC
Media Ministry Lead | January 2021 – September 2023
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Established and led the media department, managing a team of six.
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Produced content including live streams, graphics, and photography to support ministry efforts.
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Analyzed ad performance and collaborated with leaders to align media strategies with ministry goals.
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Trained team members on media production and graphic design tools to improve department capabilities.
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Baltimore City Senate Delegation
Graphic Web Designer | February 2021 – January 2023
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Designed branding and communication materials for Maryland State Senators.
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Produced high-quality content through graphic design and revamped the delegation’s logo and identity.
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Developed web-based solutions to improve public access to legislative updates and events.
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L'Oréal
Business Relationship Manager | July 2021 – May 2022
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Partnered with internal and external stakeholders to execute strategic data and analytics initiatives.
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Managed cross-functional relationships and led DEI and volunteer initiatives.
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Delivered data-driven recommendations to enhance business performance and user experience.​​
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Data Analyst | June 2020 – July 2021
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Interpreted data, prioritized information needs, and developed dashboards using Power BI and Tableau.
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Collaborated in an Agile e-commerce acceleration team to enhance reporting systems.
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Conducted training sessions for internal teams on data tools and dashboard utilization.
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The Carpenter’s House Baltimore
Media Specialist | September 2016 – July 2020
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Developed content through photography, graphic design, and live-stream production.
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Monitored ad campaigns and collaborated on ministry plans to enhance outreach efforts.
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Coordinated special projects and events, aligning media efforts with ministry objectives.
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Morgan State University
Athletics Media Communications Specialist | September 2018 – May 2020
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Created digital content for NCAA Division I athletic programs, including interviews, photography, and stats.
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Researched storylines and assisted the Sports Information Director with strategic content planning.
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Supported live coverage of games, providing real-time updates across digital platforms.
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Public Relations Manager | May 2018 – April 2020
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Designed marketing materials and managed the MSU Student Government’s social media presence.
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Collaborated with campus offices for cross-promotional campaigns and event photography.
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Engaged with students to increase awareness of campus events and initiatives.
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SB Nation & HBCU Gameday
Writer & Contributor | July 2018 – April 2020
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Produced written, social media, and on-location content for HBCU sports and NCAA Division I programs.
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Reported breaking news, conducted interviews, and developed stories on WordPress.
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Collaborated with editorial teams to enhance coverage and align content with audience interests.
Education and Skills
Morgan State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Computer Science · (2016 - 2020)
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University of Maryland Global Campus
Master's degree, Marketing/Marketing Management (In-Progress)
​Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, InDesign, Acrobat), CapCut, WordPress + Elementor, Squarespace, Wix, OBS Studio, Restream.IO
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Google Analytics, Meta Ads Manager, YouTube Creator Studio, Meta Business Suite, Mailchimp, Hootsuite, SharePoint, Google Cloud Platform, Google Suite, Windows, MacOS