Christian Iannello-Tovar
Internal communications and engagement advisor
London
Summary
Tri-lingual professional with extensive expertise in written and visual communication. Proven track record of enhancing employee engagement and transforming communications within my current role, fostering a sense of purpose and motivation among staff. Running a print company, I have a creative flair and determination that will be an asset to any employer. Currently looking for a position in internal communications and engagement management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Internal communications and engagement advisor
GSMA
London
04.2022 - Current
- Develop and deploy engagement surveys; analyse and publish results; collaborate with managers to communicate and implement necessary changes.
- Led the migration of our intranet from WordPress to SharePoint; managed key stakeholders, oversaw design, and coordinated planning.
- Publish fortnightly digests using SFMC to all employees around the world.
- Plan, film and edit videos at our flagship event (MWC Barcelona) bringing the event to life for those at home.
- Take creative lead when communicating projects/organisational change.
- Work with the DEI team to promote, educate and inspire on all DEI-related topics.
- Create content that increases engagement, purpose and showcases GSMA's culture.
- Manage and curate content for GSMA's LinkedIn Life page.
- Plan and organise 'Staff Calls', broadcasted from our HQ to offices worldwide.
Marketing Assistant
Axis Europe
London
09.2021 - Current
- Creating programme booklets for Axis' charity balls.
- Create email sequences from cold leads to warm.
- Create pitch decks to show at conferences.
- Take ownership of photography editing and publishing images onto website.
- Liaise with freelancers creating briefs and overseeing progress.
- Helped design new brand guideline book.
Internal Communications
Axis Europe
London
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Manage and create content for Axis Europe's social media pages, intranet and website.
- Assist with the delivery of projects. Topics include: apprentice recruitment, career events, diversity & inclusion, mental health and sustainability.
- Produce monthly email campaigns using MailChimp.
- Create and organised engaging challenges and activities for employees.
- Work collaboratively with employees across the company to create employee-generated content.
E Commerce Venture
Self run business
London
06.2020 - Current
- Last summer I launched my e-commerce store, selling a variety of my designs as fine art prints.
- Experience in implementing a marketing plan with the use of social media/Facebook ads and email listing sequences.
- I learnt how to manage the back end of a website ( SEO & HTML ), create content such as blog posts and run all aspects of the business.
- Execution of a business plan covering a range of options and contingencies.
Graphic Designer Intern
Wishu
London
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Developed marketing content for diverse digital platforms, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
- Managed social media accounts, including planning and scheduling posts for consistent monthly content.
- Created icon designs for Wishu's 5 different app categories.
- Sourced and liaised with social influencers to help raise Wishu's exposure and reach.
- Due to the start-up culture, I was part of business decisions and contributed to new ideas.
Graphic Designer
Freelance
London
06.2018 - Current
- Through freelancing I have worked with a variety of businesses funnelled through social presence on Instagram.
- I create a range of digital assets for individual businesses.
- I have learnt to adapt to different business needs, in addition to dealing with pressures of having several deadlines.
- Communication with my clients is key to ensuring their business and design needs are met.
Education
BA - International Business Management
Coventry University
01.2016 - 2019.01
High School Diploma -
Wimbledon College (A Levels)
01.2008 - 2015.01
Skills
Microsoft Office
Certification
Adobe certified associate in Graphic Design and Illustrator
Timeline
Internal communications and engagement advisor
GSMA
04.2022 - Current
Marketing Assistant
Axis Europe
09.2021 - Current
Adobe certified associate in Graphic Design and Illustrator
01-2021
E Commerce Venture
Self run business
06.2020 - Current
Internal Communications
Axis Europe
01.2020 - 09.2021
Graphic Designer Intern
Wishu
09.2019 - 12.2019
Graphic Designer
Freelance
06.2018 - Current
BA - International Business Management
Coventry University
01.2016 - 2019.01
High School Diploma -
Wimbledon College (A Levels)
01.2008 - 2015.01
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