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