Brandon Dowdy-Ernst

Hi I'm Brandon Dowdy-Ernst and welcome! Thanks for taking a moment to browse my portfolio.

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As a brief professional bio for myself, I am a highly motivated, self-improving business professional with myriad skill-sets and a successful 15+ year track record. I have a talent for all facets of creative communications especially in written and copy editing formats. I display a vehement work-ethic for implementation of executive-level strategy and have a proven background in team-building. My strong management skills for positioning and messaging as well as media relations are well suited for strategic roles. I also have a demonstrated history of producing robust editorial to maintain consistent continuity in tone, theme accuracy and style. My fluency in electronic gathering techniques and my uncanny ability to accurately absorb and condense source information is at the expert level. The creative talent for designing layouts with flair and composing compelling prose that is accurate and lively is something I take much pride in. I'm imaginative with a savvy adeptness to cutting-edge technologies in crowd-sourcing and social media. -- Brandon Dowdy-Ernst

Director of Communications at ATI Enterprises

March 2009 - October 2011

♦ Collaborated with CEO and senior leadership to develop communications strategies that broadened reach and deepened impact ♦ Author of professional correspondence to employees, customers and vendors ♦ Designed and delivered series of change management presentations campaigning to motivate employees while introducing new company mission ♦ Established rapport with media and kept core messaging consistent ♦ Editor of company newsletter ♦ Engaged PR and Social Media team in efforts for branding and social media strategy

Executive Assistant at ATI Enterprises, Inc

March 2009 - July 2011

Department administrative management for 30+ Management of 1 - 2 Employees Editor of company newsletter Responsible for VP of Education travel arrangements and calendar Event planning and implementation of several trainings annually including travel Time and attendance for department Conduct internal audits and assist in compliance efforts for preparation of external audits Assigned to PR and Social Media team: engaged in efforts for branding and social media efforts

Board of Directors - Board Co-Chair at Youth First Texas

January 2007 - July 2009

Volunteer Position: Provide an interface between the public and Youth First Texas Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with like-minded organizations Provide a point of entry to organizations, individuals, or groups who wish to support Introduce YFT to the community through avenues such as giving presentations, public speaking, give interviews to media outlets, and staff tables at community events Secure adequate funds Monitor finances and maintain departmental budget Maintain and update strategic plans Oversee programs and evaluate their relevance to the organization's mission Further the organization's public image Act as a court of appeals when requested Attend meetings and show commitment to board activities Be well informed on issues and agenda items in advance of board meetings Participate in organizational decision-making

Development Associate at AIDS Arms, Inc

November 2007 - March 2009

Prepare biannual agency newsletter. Oversee volunteer program for the Agency. Oversee on-line giving program. Provides deposit records to CFO. Oversee and monitor preparation of end of month reports for CFO. Plan and implement annual United Way Campaign for the Agency. Participate as a speaker on behalf of the Agency's United Way and LifeWalk campaigns. Represent Agency as designated representative to speak to potential donors. Assist in LifeWalk planning, implementation and fundraising Prepare all LifeWalk deposits and credit card charges Serves as liaison for LifeWalk and on-line vendors; assist with on-line vendor selection. Coordinate LifeWalk team captain training and team recruitment efforts, serving as primary liaison for team captains. Track team participation and Red Ribbon Club members. Develop and distributes LifeWalk eNewsletters.

College Recruiter at Corinthian Colleges, Inc.

October 2003 - October 2007

High School Coordinator—Arlington, TX Market institution’s programs to prospective high school students Deliver high-energy, motivational presentations Travel extensively in assigned territory Set up in home interviews with prospective students and their families Campus Admissions Representative—Phoenix, AZ Responsible for college’s business development, high school student and returning adult student recruitment Representative in the AEC (Arizona Education Consortium) Attend education, college and career fairs Recruit prospective students while educating local communities about Everest and its programs Interview prospective students Maintain the student’s motivation and commitment Maintain student databases and developed promotional letters, flyers, brochures, presentations Associate Campus Admission Representative—Dallas, TX Same responsibilities as the Campus representative with lower performance standards

Senior Customer Account Agent at Verizon Information Services

September 2001 - August 2002

Sales in print and online advertising Required me to meet a daily budget Made cold and warm telephone sales calls to revenue and non-revenue customers Responsible for collecting past due funds owed on accounts Consistently met sales budget requirements Adapted to fast paced and high demanding sales floor

Human Resources Administrator at Jack Henry & Associates

March 2000 - August 2001

Compiled and maintained personnel records Recorded and updated employee information such as personnel data, compensation, benefits, tax data, attendance, performance reviews/evaluations, and terminations Set up interviews with qualified candidates for recruiter Special projects included new hire paperwork development and deployment Department team lead in company's disaster recovery committee Organized new 401k benefits orientation Routinely assisted in payroll operations and administering company credit cards Coordinated all departmental incoming and outgoing mail correspondence

Business Support Manager at Bank of America

October 2011

Manage diverse administrative functions for a very large, complex department/business unit. Functions managed include: financial control/budgeting and consolidation, personnel processes, audit/compliance, premises, and coordination of certain projects, associate training, service quality, process improvement, business continuity, and communication. Consult with senior management to define and manage projects that encompass and impact associates. Thorough knowledge of the department/business unit's functional area and products. Working knowledge of general bank policies, programs and procedures and financial/accounting practices. Full management responsibility over a team and one level of managers.

Everest College

2004 – 2006

Home Cooking, Advocacy, Volunteering