Anwen Thomas
Marketing Strategist, M.A. — Brand Content · Creative Campaigns · Visual Storytelling
Grove City, Pennsylvania · Open to On-site, Hybrid & Remote · linkedin.com/in/anwen-thomas
Professional Summary
Creative marketing professional with a Marketing M.A. (Emerson College) and nearly 5 years of progressive experience leading communications, design, photography, and content as the primary in-house creative resource. Skilled in brand storytelling, content strategy, graphic design, SEO, email marketing, and cross-channel campaign execution.
Core Skills
Creative Direction · Brand Storytelling · Content Strategy · Campaign Planning · Social Media Marketing · Email Marketing · SEO · Photography · Graphic Design · Copywriting · Project Management · Visual Communication
Experience
Design & Marketing Coordinator (promoted from Social Media Marketing Intern)
- Managed marketing, design, photography, and content across GJR and multiple affiliated organizations as the primary in-house creative resource.
- Produced social content, email newsletters, website updates, print materials, and annual reports while maintaining brand consistency across channels.
- Led photography and visual content for institutional, event, and recruitment use; administered the WordPress website.
Founder & Creative Lead
- Conceived, branded, and launched a niche community directory platform from concept to a live, growing product.
- Leads content strategy, SEO, and community growth; built the platform using AI-assisted development tools.
Newsletter Editor
- Designs the newsletter layout and manages the editorial calendar, copy editing, and print production for seasonal distribution.
Assistant Manager
- Led team operations, customer experience, visual merchandising, and in-store marketing.
Education
Certifications
Technical SEO & AI Search Essentials (Semrush, 2025) · Mimic Advertising (Stukent, 2025) · Social Media Marketing: Strategy & Optimization (LinkedIn)
Tools & Platforms
Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro · Canva · WordPress · Squarespace · Google Analytics · SEMrush
Curriculum Vitae
Anwen Thomas
Marketing Strategist, M.A. · Visual Storytelling · Brand Content · Creative Campaigns
Grove City, Pennsylvania · Open to On-site, Hybrid & Remote
Professional Summary
Creative marketing professional with a Marketing M.A. (Emerson College, May 2026) and nearly 5 years of progressive experience at George Junior Republic, where I grew from Social Media Marketing Intern to Design & Marketing Coordinator — managing communications, design, photography, and content across multiple affiliated organizations as the primary in-house creative resource. Additional experience in newsletter editing, freelance social media management, retail leadership, and independent digital product development. Skilled in brand storytelling, content strategy, graphic design, photography, SEO, email marketing, and cross-channel campaign execution. Founder of Mini World Atlas, a live community platform built from concept to launch using AI-assisted development.
Core Skills
Tools & Platforms
Experience
George Junior Republic
Grove City, Pennsylvania · 4 yrs 10 mos
- —Managed marketing and communications across GJR and multiple affiliated organizations as the primary in-house creative resource
- —Produced social media content, email newsletters, website updates, and print materials across organizational channels
- —Led photography and visual content creation for institutional, event, staff headshot, and recruitment use
- —Developed annual reports, campaign planning documents, and community-facing communications
- —Maintained brand consistency across GJR and affiliated program channels
- —Administered WordPress website; executed Canva, InDesign, and Photoshop-based design projects
- —Provided brand management support and assisted with implementation of marketing, public relations, and communications
Grove City Area Historical Society
Grove City, Pennsylvania · Remote
- —Designs and creates the layout for the organizational newsletter using graphic design software
- —Manages editorial calendar, copy editing, and print production for seasonal distribution
Mini World Atlas
Independent Project
- —Conceived, researched, branded, and launched a niche community directory platform from scratch
- —Developed full brand identity, content architecture, SEO strategy, and community growth plan
- —Built the platform using AI-assisted development tools on Replit
- —Manages ongoing content strategy, platform development, and community building
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Grove City, Pennsylvania · 3 yrs 3 mos
- —Led team operations, customer experience, and daily sales performance
- —Managed visual merchandising, brand presentation, and in-store marketing
- —Trained and developed team members on product knowledge and service standards
Social Media Manager
Freelance
- —Managed all social media platforms for an author seeking to expand social media presence and spread his message
- —Developed content strategy, posting schedule, and engagement approach across platforms
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania
- —Supported academic research initiatives as a departmental research assistant
- —Led peer mentoring and social media content creation as a Peer Leader
Alaina Thomas Makeup Artistry
Grove City, Pennsylvania · Freelance
- —Inventory management, client communication, and business operations support
Education
Master of Arts in Marketing
Jan 2025 – May 2026Emerson College — Boston, MA
Marketing strategy, consumer behavior, digital communications, brand storytelling, campaign development
Bachelor of Science in Strategic Communication and Media
Aug 2018 – Jul 2022Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania — Slippery Rock, PA
Strategic communication, media, visual communications, social media content creation
Licenses & Certifications
Selected Projects
Mini World Atlas
Founder-led community directory platform for miniature enthusiasts. Built from concept to a live, growing product.
Anwen Thomas Portfolio
Personal brand site demonstrating content strategy, visual design, creative direction, and positioning.
Open to full-time, hybrid, remote, and freelance opportunities.
United States · On-site · Hybrid · Remote