Top Talent like Symone are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Symone Simon

PR and Communications Specialist
New York, NY, US
Advising
Content Strategy
Strategy & Business Development
Brand Management
Brand Development
Brand Identity
Branding
Personable
Brand Strategy
Radio
Client Communication
Brand Design
Media Communications
Communication
Strategic Planning
Strategic Communications
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Public Relations Strategist | Social Media Expert
With a degree in Public Relations from Delaware State University, I have cultivated a dynamic career in public relations and social media management. As a Public Relations Strategist at Symone Simon Public Relations since 2018, I have successfully increased social media engagement and media coverage by 20% through strategic campaign promotions. My role as Social Media Manager at Makeup On The Move saw me enhance brand visibility and loyalty, boosting sales conversions significantly. My experience extends to the United Nations Foundation, where I developed communication strategies for a global conference, increasing online engagement by 20%. At Barnes and Noble, I curated a conference that improved attendee satisfaction by 25%. My early career at The Social NY involved executing social media strategies and building media relationships. My expertise lies in crafting compelling content, managing communications challenges, and driving successful PR and social media campaigns.

Work History

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Public Relations Strategist

Symone Simon Public RelationsDevelop and execute proactive PR strategies in support of key initiatives, resulting in a 20% increase in social media engagement and media coverage. Advise companies on strategic campaign promotion. Manage fast-moving and unexpected communications challenges, ensuring seamless execution and positive outcomes.
M

Social Media Manager

Makeup On The MoveFeb 2021 - Jul 2023 • 2 yrs 6 mosAnalyzed and implemented market trends, resulting in accurate sales forecasts and increased revenue. Created engaging and visually appealing social media content, driving higher follower count and increased brand loyalty. Executed successful social media campaigns, resulting in boosted sales conversions and improved brand visibility. Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth logistics for cosmetic deliveries throughout Manhattan.
U

Communications Consultant

United Nations FoundationJan 2018 - Jan 2018 • 1 moDeveloped and implemented key communication strategies for the attendees of the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data conference held in Bristol, UK. Updated the website and social media platforms, resulting in a 20% increase in online engagement on social media platforms. Developed and curated an interactive app used by 80% of conference attendees. Organized and managed event press and marketing tasks necessary for the Data Board of Directors.
B

Store Operations Project Assistant: Conferences & Travel

Barnes and NobleJan 2017 - Jan 2017 • 1 moCurated a four-day conference for 832 Store Managers and executives, resulting in a 25% increase in attendee satisfaction compared to the previous year. Developed an app for conference attendees to use for daily communications and schedules. Designed on-site marketing and branding. Collaborated with several companies for expo participation and sponsorships, resulting in a 15% increase in revenue. Created an author panel signing that attracted 50% more attendees compared to the previous year.
T

Social Media & Public Relations Assistant

The Social NYJan 2016 - Jan 2016 • 1 moDevelop and execute social media strategies across various platforms to increase engagement and followers. Create compelling and on-brand social media content, including graphics, photos, and videos. Monitor social media accounts, respond to inquiries and comments and engage with followers. Collaborate with the Editor-in-Chief and the team to plan and execute public relations campaigns. Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and influencers, and pitch story ideas to secure coverage. Assist with the coordination of events, including product launches, press events, and influencer activations. Conduct research on industry trends and competitor activity, and provide insights and recommendations to improve performance. Analyze social media and PR metrics to measure the success of campaigns and identify areas for improvement. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in social media and public relations.

Education

D

Delaware State University

Public Relations, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication2008 - 2011

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Public Relations Strategist | Social Media Expert
With a degree in Public Relations from Delaware State University, I have cultivated a dynamic career in public relations and social media management. As a Public Relations Strategist at Symone Simon Public Relations since 2018, I have successfully increased social media engagement and media coverage by 20% through strategic campaign promotions. My role as Social Media Manager at Makeup On The Move saw me enhance brand visibility and loyalty, boosting sales conversions significantly. My experience extends to the United Nations Foundation, where I developed communication strategies for a global conference, increasing online engagement by 20%. At Barnes and Noble, I curated a conference that improved attendee satisfaction by 25%. My early career at The Social NY involved executing social media strategies and building media relationships. My expertise lies in crafting compelling content, managing communications challenges, and driving successful PR and social media campaigns.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like Symone are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Symone Simon

PR and Communications Specialist
New York, NY, US
Advising
Content Strategy
Strategy & Business Development
Brand Management
Brand Development
Brand Identity
Branding
Personable
Brand Strategy
Radio
Client Communication
Brand Design
Media Communications
Communication
Strategic Planning
Strategic Communications
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

S

Public Relations Strategist

Symone Simon Public RelationsDevelop and execute proactive PR strategies in support of key initiatives, resulting in a 20% increase in social media engagement and media coverage. Advise companies on strategic campaign promotion. Manage fast-moving and unexpected communications challenges, ensuring seamless execution and positive outcomes.
M

Social Media Manager

Makeup On The MoveFeb 2021 - Jul 2023 • 2 yrs 6 mosAnalyzed and implemented market trends, resulting in accurate sales forecasts and increased revenue. Created engaging and visually appealing social media content, driving higher follower count and increased brand loyalty. Executed successful social media campaigns, resulting in boosted sales conversions and improved brand visibility. Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth logistics for cosmetic deliveries throughout Manhattan.
U

Communications Consultant

United Nations FoundationJan 2018 - Jan 2018 • 1 moDeveloped and implemented key communication strategies for the attendees of the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data conference held in Bristol, UK. Updated the website and social media platforms, resulting in a 20% increase in online engagement on social media platforms. Developed and curated an interactive app used by 80% of conference attendees. Organized and managed event press and marketing tasks necessary for the Data Board of Directors.
B

Store Operations Project Assistant: Conferences & Travel

Barnes and NobleJan 2017 - Jan 2017 • 1 moCurated a four-day conference for 832 Store Managers and executives, resulting in a 25% increase in attendee satisfaction compared to the previous year. Developed an app for conference attendees to use for daily communications and schedules. Designed on-site marketing and branding. Collaborated with several companies for expo participation and sponsorships, resulting in a 15% increase in revenue. Created an author panel signing that attracted 50% more attendees compared to the previous year.
T

Social Media & Public Relations Assistant

The Social NYJan 2016 - Jan 2016 • 1 moDevelop and execute social media strategies across various platforms to increase engagement and followers. Create compelling and on-brand social media content, including graphics, photos, and videos. Monitor social media accounts, respond to inquiries and comments and engage with followers. Collaborate with the Editor-in-Chief and the team to plan and execute public relations campaigns. Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and influencers, and pitch story ideas to secure coverage. Assist with the coordination of events, including product launches, press events, and influencer activations. Conduct research on industry trends and competitor activity, and provide insights and recommendations to improve performance. Analyze social media and PR metrics to measure the success of campaigns and identify areas for improvement. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in social media and public relations.

Education

D

Delaware State University

Public Relations, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication2008 - 2011

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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