Shervin Bain

Brooklyn, NY, USA
Shervin Bain is currently a student at Manchester Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom. Working toward a Master of Science degree in International Creative Advertising, Shervin has already received distinction for his work on a digital marketing campaign for a Strategy and Digital Marketing Communications Planning course as well as a merit for his work on a creative thinking brief.

Bain is also employed by LEFT Communication of Miami, Fla. His work includes public relations efforts for Verizon Wireless in the Florida region and the Epilepsy Foundation of Florida.

A graduate of Florida International University with a degree in public relations, Shervin has held previous communications and advertising positions with Optimum 7, AJR & Partners public relations, Trial Graphix/Kroll Ontrack and Johnson & Wales University. As a student at FIU, Bain was a member of the Public Relations Student Society of America, a writer and recruitment editor at The Beacon newspaper, the marketing director for the Student Organizations Council and president of Media On Demand.

Bain has proven a dedicated work ethic, attention to detail and understanding of various communication strategies throughout his professional experiences. With experience in public relations, graphic design, advertising and new media, Shervin is poised to continue his career in the communications industry with creativity and innovation.

Work Experience

LEFT Communication

Account Executive (Currently Freelance)

I currently work for LEFT communication where we work closely with the PR department for Verizon Wireless' Florida region. I also work closely with the Epilepsy Foundation of Florida.
April 2010 - Miami, Florida, United States

Optimum7

Search Engine Marketing Specialist

At Optimum 7 my role as SEM Specialist consisted of various task including:

• Tracking and analyzing web activity using web analytics.
• Working with the Graphic Designer to enhance website’s look and functionality.
• Developing, implementing and monitoring SEO programs with regard to keywords ranking, indexed pages, backlinks and AdWords.
• Working with the Graphic Designer to design web pages, web graphics, flash presentations, web banner ads and viral marketing videos.
• Contributing to website’s blog twice a week.
April 2009 - April 2010 Miami, Florida, United States

Johnson & Wales University

Communications Intern

Working in the communications department of Johnson & Wales University, has help me become a well rounded junior level public relations professional. I am pleased that I was given the opportunity to learn and grow in this company.
August 2008 - May 2009 Miami, Florida, United States

AJR & Parnters

Public Relations/Marketing Intern

This was my first internship and it gave a great feel of the world of corporate business during my sophomore year of college. There was a lot of administrative work involved, but I appreciated the opportunity that gave me a better understanding of the business world.
May 2008 - August 2008 Miami, Florida, United States

Education

Manchester Metropolitan University

MSc International Creative Adveritising

Details on the course available here: http://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/2012/9520/
September 2011 - Manchester, United Kingdom

Languages

English (Native),

Skills

Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Basic HTML, Google Analytics, Microsoft Office Suite, Wordpress, AP Style , Google Adwords,