GEENA

RZEZNIK

RESUME

SUMMARY

Marketing Strategist | brands, Events + media

I’m a marketing professional with 6+ years of experience in live events and entertainment, focused on turning big ideas into campaigns that people actually care about. My work spans paid media, social, email, eCommerce, products, business development + partnerships, and large-scale events, with a strong emphasis on launching new initiatives, shaping campaign narratives, and using performance insights to continuously iterate and improve results.
I’ve built my career creating marketing campaigns and event experiences for communities and audiences around the country. I’m especially drawn to work that feels culturally relevant, genuinely useful, and thoughtfully executed, rather than created just to fill a content calendar. The fundamental belief of my approach to marketing is that an authentic connection builds trust, and trust builds long-term growth for brands.
My background meshes marketing, events, and products, which means I’m pretty adaptable and comfortable with moving from strategy to execution without losing the bigger picture. Working across departments has given me a uniquely well-rounded perspective on how brands, media, and performance all connect nicely. It's allowed me to approach strategy and decisions by looking through different lenses rather than getting tunnel vision.  I like turning chaos into clarity, managing moving pieces, and helping ideas evolve smoothly from concept to launch.

WORK

EXPERIENCE

event marketing + partnerships manager

galaxycon | nov 2024 - sept 2025

- Conceptualized, launched, and marketed new event programs and on-site activations, expanding revenue streams beyond core offerings
- Led on-site execution for large-scale events (10,000–50,000 attendees), overseeing staffing, schedules, logistics, and partner deliverables
- Planned and executed integrated event marketing campaigns across digital, social, email, and on-site channels, generating 400+ leads per event
- Increased pre-event registrations by 20% through optimized strategy, targeting, and messaging
- Led traditional and experiential marketing initiatives such as outdoor advertising, street-level branding, local business partnerships and community events tied to live activations
- Developed and managed strategic brand partnerships and business development initiatives, increasing B2B partnerships by 70%
- Collaborated cross-functionally with marketing, design, product, operations, and talent teams to deliver cohesive campaigns aligned with brand and revenue goals
- Managed vendor contracts and budgets for event marketing initiatives, ensuring efficient execution and consistent quality
- Managed and trained teams of 10+ staff per event, ensuring consistent brand execution and operational efficiency

product marketing manager

galaxycon | april 2021 - nov 2024

- Led go-to-market strategy for digital products, event offerings, and eCommerce initiatives nationally
- Shaped product positioning and messaging using audience insights to support campaign and revenue goals
- Partnered with marketing, design, and operations teams to launch and scale campaigns across paid media, email, social, and on-site channels
- Directed A/B testing of product pages, pricing, ad creative, and messaging to improve conversion rates and campaign ROI
- Analyzed performance metrics including conversion rates, customer behavior, and funnel drop-off to inform optimization and retention strategies
- Conducted competitor and market research to refine product positioning, audience targeting, and campaign narratives
- Owned Shopify UX/UI optimization and merchandising strategy, improving purchase flow
- Supported lifecycle and retention initiatives through data-driven insights and cross-channel campaign alignment
- Owned Shopify platform strategy and execution across site design, product architecture, app integrations, analytics, and ongoing optimization

digital marketing manager

galaxycon | july 2020 - april 2021

- Planned and executed paid and organic social campaigns across Meta, TikTok, YouTube, and Google Ads with ~$60K budgets per event
- Scaled digital campaigns nationally, expanding into new demographic markets and increasing brand reach and ticket sales by 15%
- Designed and launched Shopify landing pages to support campaigns and product launches
- Developed cross-channel content strategies using branded creative, partnerships, and user-generated content to drive engagement
- Created and managed graphic and video content using Adobe Creative Suite, maintaining a consistent brand voice and visual identity across platforms
- Analyzed performance across paid media, social, email, and eCommerce channels, using insights to optimize spend, creative, and messaging
- Wrote marketing copy and executed segmented email campaigns using Klaviyo, Mailchimp, and MailerLite, generating $200K+ in monthly revenue
- Increased website traffic by 30% and sales by 15% through integrated digital marketing and lead generation campaigns
- Delivered post-campaign performance reports covering KPIs, ROI, audience behavior, and optimization recommendations

ecommerce manager

galaxycon | oct 2019 - july 2020

- Built and launched the Shopify eCommerce store from the ground up, establishing site structure, app integrations, analytics, and automated fulfillment workflows
- Led optimization of product listings, merchandising strategy, and promotional campaigns through A/B testing and performance analysis
- Revitalized eBay storefront during COVID, sustaining revenue during lockdown and stabilizing the business during event shutdowns
- Designed and implemented end-to-end order fulfillment systems by integrating ShipStation with Shopify and eBay, reducing shipping errors and improving delivery times
- Directed product photography, image editing, and content updates to maintain accurate, conversion-focused listings
- Designed and managed inventory systems and audit processes, improving accuracy to 98%
- Oversaw online and on-site merchandise operations, including new product launches, wholesale ordering, booth setup, and staff training

assistant manager + jr graphic designer

vape central group | feb 2018 - oct 2019

- Managed multi-platform eCommerce storefronts including Shopify, eBay, Etsy, and Amazon overseeing inventory, fulfillment, and customer service
- Executed email marketing campaigns that improved cart recovery, re-engaged customers, and increased repeat purchases
- Designed digital and print marketing assets, product mockups, and promotional materials using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Supported organic social media growth through community engagement and user-generated content initiatives
- Improved website UX and navigation for a catalog of 1,000+ SKUs, enhancing discoverability and conversion

TECHNICAL

SKILLS

marketing + analytics

  • Meta Ads Manager
  • Google Ads
  • Google Analytics (GA4)
  • TikTok Ads Manager
  • Vimeo
  • Shopify Analytics

Social media

  • Meta Business Suite
  • Buffer
  • Sprout Social

email marketing + crm

  • Klaviyo
  • Mailchimp
  • Mailerlite

products + website

  • Shopify
  • Squarespace
  • WordPress
  • Webflow
  • Wix
  • Webflow

design + content

  • Photoshop
  • Premiere Pro
  • Illustrator
  • Lightroom
  • After Effects
  • Procreate
  • Canva
  • Figma

event + operations

  • Eventeny
  • Shopify POS
  • Cvent
  • Growtix
  • ShipStation
  • Social Tables

project management

  • Trello
  • Asana
  • Airtable
  • Slack

SOFT

SKILLS

marketing + social

  • Marketing strategy development
  • Integrated campaign planning
  • Social content planning and scheduling
  • Platform-specific content strategy (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X/Twitter, YouTube)
  • Copywriting for posts, captions, and campaigns
  • Visual content creation
  • Brand-consistent messaging and tone
  • Email campaign creation and execution
  • Basic segmentation and performance tracking

campaigns + growth

  • Organic social campaign execution
  • Promotional campaign planning
  • Field marketing & market activations
  • Audience targeting & engagement strategy
  • Campaign performance tracking & optimization

analytics + optimization

  • Performance tracking and reporting
  • KPI analysis and insights
  • Data-informed content iteration
  • Conversion-focused content strategy

product marketing

  • Product marketing and launch support
  • Go-to-market planning and coordination
  • Merch and product promotion strategy
  • Product positioning and messaging development
  • Listing optimization for discoverability
  • Revenue-driven content planning
  • Cross-channel product campaign coordination
  • Product storytelling and campaign narratives
  • Sales and marketing alignment
  • Lifecycle marketing support

design + content

  • Product photography
  • Photo editing (Photoshop, Lightroom)
  • Graphic design and mockups
  • Marketing asset creation (digital and print)
  • Email campaign design and layout
  • Video editing and YouTube content publishing
  • Visual merchandising for live events
  • Branded document design (one-sheets, white papers, sales materials)
  • Product concept design and mockups (vinyl wraps, merch concepts)
  • Basic HTML/CSS literacy

event marketing + management

  • Event marketing campaign planning
  • Attendee and community engagement strategy
  • Sponsor and partner promotion coordination
  • On-site event operations and execution
  • Vendor and exhibitor communication support
  • Pre-event and post-event marketing coordination
  • Multi-channel event promotion
  • Timeline and logistics coordination
  • Cross-team event planning support
  • Floor plan coordination

ecommerce + products

  • UX/UI aware product presentation
  • Shopify store setup, customization, and management
  • Shopify app configuration and staff training
  • eBay store buildout, optimization, and operations
  • Amazon and Etsy marketplace management
  • ShipStation order fulfillment and logistics
  • Inventory management and product tracking
  • Product listing creation and optimization
  • Pricing strategy and SKU organization
  • KPI tracking and performance analysis
  • Revenue stream development for live and online sales

VOLUNTEER

WORK

shelter support staff

humane society of broward county

- Walked and handled dogs of all sizes and temperaments
- Provided socialization and enrichment for dogs
- Cleaned kennels and supported daily care routines
- Assisted visitors interested in adoption
- Supported shelter staff with animal care operations
- Helped maintain calm environments for animals and guests
- Observed dog behavior and communicated needs to staff

assistant event coordinator

elite taekwondo    

- Assisted with tournament planning and event-day coordination
- Managed competitor registration and scheduling logistics
- Supported officials, competitors, and attendees during events
- Contributed to smooth event operations while actively competing
- Coordinated venue setup, load-in/load-out, and logistics
- Coordinated with venue staff and vendors (trophies, medals, engravers)
- Designed promotional flyers and distributed materials to local clubs
- Supported competitor outreach and event participation

events + marketing intern

university of technology sydney

- Supported planning and execution of student and campus events
- Created and designed promotional materials including posters, flyers, and print assets
- Wrote marketing copy for event promotions and announcements
- Assisted with administrative tasks such as spreadsheets, scheduling, and email coordination
- Coordinated outreach to vendors, student clubs, and external partners
- Contributed creative ideas for event programming and promotion
- Volunteered with the University of Technology Sydney on student and campus events, supporting both creative promotion and behind-the-scenes coordination

EDUCATION

bachelor of arts in criminology

western sydney university | 2013 - 2016

advanced diploma in event management

tafe institute of sydney | 2010 - 2012

continuous learning

self-directed learning + skills building in marketing, UX/ui fundamentals, design, and product optimization