Evan Fazio

(612) 743-1727 3822 N. Fremont St Unit #1, Chicago, IL, 60613 EvanFazio.com evan@evanfazio.com

Experience

The Plum Tree Group Jr. Marketing Specialist Sep. 2011-May 2012, Chicago, IL Agency offering web development, SEO and digital media marketing for emerging businesses Wrote live web copy for clients such as eIntelli, A Abana Insurance, and Warm Your Floor. Researched keywords, competitor social media strategies, and alternative SEM providers. Presented client-facing SEO audits, PPC reports, and inbound link acquisition proposals. Loyola School of Communication Media Analyst Jan. 2012-May 2012, Chicago, IL Loyola school integrating study with practical application in the expanding field of communication. Analyzed 19 publications for relevant issues and provide daily reports for the Deans office. Drafted news releases for School of Communication activities. Loyola Admissions Undergraduate Admissions Blogger Nov. 2011-May 2012, Chicago, IL Loyola department responsible for recruiting and converting potential students. Wrote blog articles showcasing life at Loyola and the advantages of its programs. Used Loyolas Facebook Page as a recruiting tool to engage potential students. CAIR-Chicago Communications Intern Sep. 2010-Dec. 2011, Chicago, IL The Council on American-Islam Relations; a civil rights and advocacy 501(c)(3) organization. Wrote press releases and editorials. Edited and updated articles on CAIR-Chicagos website. Monitored relevant media coverage in order to inform communication strategy sessions. Loyola Fine and Performing Arts Events Manager Sep. 2008-Present, Chicago, IL Loyola department responsible for planning and executing concerts, fundraisers, and external events. Trained, scheduled, and coordinated a staff of 15 to execute fundraisers and special events. Planned, implemented, managed, and evaluated an average of 8 major events per semester. Promoted from Ensemble Set up to Events Crew to Acting Operations Manager to Event Manager.

Awards

Ebeling PR-ize Charles Ebeling, Retired Chief Spokesperson for McDonald's Corporation April 2011 1st Place - Team Leader Researched, planned, implemented and evaluated a successful campaign for the Rumble Arts Center. Supported a promotional event that garnered 112 guests, exceeding a goal of 90. Created evergreen materials for promoting space rental as a viable revenue source.

Skills
Digital: WordPress, Google Analytics, Google Adwords, Google Webtools, MSN AdCenter, Magento Office: Microsoft Office Suite, iGoogle Cloud Tools, iLife Suite. May 2012, Chicago, IL

Education
Loyola University Chicago Degrees Awarded: Bachelor of Arts: Advertising and Public Relations Bachelor of Arts: Philosophy -GPA: 3.9/4.00 (Summa Cum Laude) - Deans list since enrollment.