About Justin

Hello there! My name is Justin Buchanan and I’m a content creator and marketing consultant living in Tacoma, WA. I’ve worked with numerous organizations and small businesses from the Pacific Northwest to take their marketing to the next level.

Whether you’re looking to get some photos taken, create social media content, or kick off a huge marketing campaign - I’ve got the skills and experience to get the job done.

Work History

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Marketing Coordinator
The Tairis Group | Oct. 2018 - Apr. 2019

Help develop and execute marketing strategies for small to medium size business in the South Sound. Serve as primary contact for contractors and agencies to execute communication tasks on behalf clients. Organized logistics for nonprofit fundraising events. Manage multiple clients daily marketing tasks including: social media posting, website maintenance, directory updates, and more. 

Constituent Communications Manager
Pacific Lutheran University | Jan. 2018 - Sept. 2018

Manage the execution of communication strategies for PLU’s Office of Advancement, including but not limited to: alumni magazines, website content, email campaigns, printed mailers, and more. Manage and create content for the division’s web and social media presence. Analyze and develop metric reports to present to stakeholders.

Communications Consultant
Highline College | Oct. 2016 - Jan. 2018

Produce creative and branded content for the college’s social media accounts. Monitor the college’s social media presence and engage with users. Develop and implement social media strategies. Analyze and develop metric reports to present to college stakeholders. Advise and collaborate with other college’s departments to ensure all content is on brand.

Communications Coordinator
American Federation of Teachers - Oregon | Nov. 2014 - Dec. 2015

Produced, implemented, and managed communications strategies of a 14,000 member non-profit organization. Designed and published materials for 20 AFT-Oregon locals and other organizational partners. Grew social media communities and managed 20+ organizational websites. Wrote, photographed, and designed “Federation” magazine for online publishing and printed distribution to more than 14,000 subscribers. Trained other members and staff to use modern communication tools and techniques.

Communications Coordinator
Public School Employees of Washington | Aug. 2012 - Oct. 2014

Managed communications of a 26,000 member and 227 chapter non-profit organization. Produced and implemented communication strategies. Established and maintained social media communities and company websites. Wrote, photographed, and filmed human-interest stories. Designed logos, banners, and printed works. Organized and supported conferences and events. Trained other members and staff to use modern communication tools and techniques.

Reporter, Columnist, Copy Editor, Photographer and Sports Editor
The Mooring Mast | October 2008 – May 2012

Developed, wrote, and edited articles and columns with proper AP style and formatting. Layout and design of pages. Led and instructed a team of reporters in the development of the sports section of The Mooring Mast.

Recreation Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club of South Puget Sound | September 2008 – August 2012

Managed a staff of program specialists and volunteers in the facilitation of recreation programs. Planned a variety of curriculum for staff and club members to educate local youth ages 6-18 on healthy lifestyle choices and behaviors.

Community Assistant with Administrative Duties
Pacific Lutheran University’s Residential Life | August 2009 – June 2011

Served as front desk manager overseeing a staff of 20 desk workers. Collaborated with and led colleagues to create programs that address diverse student needs. When needed, responded to crisis situations - sometimes organizing over 350+ residents. 

Other:

Sports Development Intern
Tacoma-Pierce County Sports Commission | June 2011 – August 2011

Disc Jockey
KCCR | Jan. 2009 – Sept. 2011

Server, Host, and Buser
Red Robin | Jan. 2008 - Sept. 2008

Brand Manager
Pac Sun | May 2008 - Sept. 2008