ryan delaurentis
ryandelaurentis@icloud.com


work.


Freelance Researcher/Designer 
2011-Present
  • Collaborated with other departments and teams to identify helpful content ideas and map out strategies.
  • Utilized innovative thinking skills to produce fresh and exciting content.
  • Performed research and gathered data to create engaging and impactful campaigns.
  • Conducted user research to understand target audience needs and preferences, incorporating findings into the design process
  • Optimized UI designs based on usability testing feedback to enhance overall user satisfaction
  • Utilized advanced photography techniques to create visually stunning compositions
  • Edited photos using industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom

Web Researcher - Appen 
2022-2024
  • Gathered and analyzed data and interpreted findings to support new research.
  • Researched products and services for various clients.
  • Contributed to AI development.

Marketing Manager - Daybreak Doughnuts
2015-2020
  • Coordinated with the owner to develop successful marketing campaigns.
  • Photographed products for various promotional materials.
  • Managed website and various social media channels.

Assistant Editor - Project Life Magazine
2011-2013
  • Worked closely and collaboratively with all magazine departments to ensure a smooth publication process.
  • Worked with web staff to develop more invigorating web content.
  • Utilized advanced writing and editing skills.

Social Media Manager - Inspira Marketing
2009-2010
  • Assisted with the management of client presence on varying social media platforms.
  • Researched and implemented winning social media strategies to increase viewership and followers.
  • Took to all social media platforms to disperse content and news.


education.


  • BA Philosophy - Fairfield University
  • MA Humanities (with distinction) - California State University, Northridge 
  • AAS Fashion Design - Parsons School of Design
  • Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate 

affiliations.


  • The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi (ΦKΦ)
  • American Philosophical Association (APA)
  • American Anthropological Association (AAA)

lectures.


  • “The Identity of Men’s Restrooms” - California State University, Northridge
  • “Korean Comfort Women and the Culture of Language” - California State University, Northridge