About Samantha
Content Producer + Creative Project Manager
Professionally, I'm a purpose-driven communicator. Whether I'm producing or project managing, I strategically lead creative teams to ensure they are guided by company values and cultivate an environment for growth.
I believe business can be and should be a force for good, so I strive to incorporate a sustainable mindset and a greater vision in all of my work.
Work Experience
January 2024 - Present
Senior Project Manager | Laughlin Constable
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Currently, I am a senior project manager at Laughlin Constable, a Midwest-based advertising agency overseeing projects that make it personal for brands.
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I own and facilitate internal agency workflow processes from inception to completion across integrated advertising channels (media, strategy, creative, digital, experience design, content creation/production, public relations and data/insights).
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I am the primary communicator between agency teams, initiating new work requests for each department. As a PM, I create staff plans and project scope documents, while flagging risks and opportunities for efficiencies and improvements. And I establish and manage project budgets and timelines, all while supporting and keeping my teammates motivated, focused, and inspired.
February 2022 - December 2023
Sr. Creative Project Manager | Ph.Creative
At Ph.Creative, an agency specializing in employer brand and talent attraction projects, I utilized both my project management and producing skillsets.
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I planned, presented, and controlled projects, budgets, and timelines from pitch to delivery and beyond.
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My role was very supportive, ensuring all team members had what they needed to thrive. I focused on building internal and external stakeholder relationships to achieve key milestones and deliver success.
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I coordinated project schedules and time tracking to report on project budgets and revenue recognition, while identifying potential project risks and solutions
June 2019 - 2022
Writer, Producer + Voice-Over Artist | Freelance
As a freelance content creator, I had the pleasure of working with various individuals and organizations to develop meaningful work.​
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Writer: Authored scripts, blogs, and creative content to engage audiences across digital, audio, and visual mediums.
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Scripting for a wellness app on topics such as gratitude, confidence, and healthy communications. ​
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Producer: Oversaw on-set crews as an assistant director and field producer
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Voice-Over Artist: Recorded and edited voice-overs for audiobooks, explainer videos, and applications
October 2020 - December 2021
Video Producer + Project Manager | Encyclopædia Britannica
I oversaw the creation of more than 600 online, interactive mathematics lessons in less than one year. My primary responsibilities included editorial resource management and coordinating more than 100 people working across different disciplines to complete the project.
I also produced a series of 70+ educational videos for high school students to integrate STEAM curriculum.
While at Britannica, I coordinated communication and managed stakeholders across global internal teams and vendors to align with the project and academic goals of national education ministries.
Summer 2020
Mayoral Fellow | City of Chicago
A brief exploration into local government, I worked alongside Chicago's Department of Public Health to develop a communication plan for an event launch and supported strategic visioning for food governance. I also led my peers to create a book of new policy ideas.
July 2017 - June 2019
Producer + Project Manager | Guy Bauer
I managed and oversaw production on commercial/corporate video projects from ideation to completion. I guided creative teams in developing mini-documentaries, live-action/scripted spots, animated videos, and photography projects.
July 2015 - July 2017
News Writer + Producer | WGN-TV
As a producer, I identified content that would resonate with audiences for the WGN Morning News. When writing, I would script stories for anchors/reporters, prep online content, edit videos, and prepare graphics.
June 2015 - March 2017
Social Media Manager | Chicago Wilderness
Engaging members and non-members across communication tools, I managed the environmental alliance's social media presence, events calendar, and newsletter.
Skills
Creative Problem-Solving Project Management Video Production
Editorial Content Writing Scripting Voice Over Audio/Video Editing
Communication Strategy Content Management Strengths-Based Leadership
Certifications +
Education
Northwestern University
MS in Leadership for Creative Enterprises
Core business knowledge, strategic thinking, and an entrepreneurial mindset to lead successful organizations, people, and projects. Business curriculum focused on the creative sector: media, entertainment, and arts industries.
Loyola University Chicago
BA in Journalism
Minors: Business Administration; Environmental Action & Leadership
Project Management Institute
Project Management Professional (PMP)®