ELENA C. CRUZ

ELENA C. CRUZ

Social Media│Marketing & Communications

#OpenToWork

About

Communication Arts graduate with experience in social media marketing, content creation, public relations, administrative support, and entrepreneurship. Skilled in developing data-driven marketing strategies, producing engaging digital content, managing multi-platform social media accounts, and coordinating projects from planning to execution. Recognized for being resourceful, proactive, and adaptable, with a strong ability to identify opportunities, improve processes, and deliver meaningful results across marketing and communications initiatives.

Experience

Entrepreneur

Valentine's Day Pop-up Shop

Jan 2023 – Dec 2026

● Planned and launched a seasonal handmade flower bouquet business. ● Sold approximately 100 units, generating ₱30,000 in profit. ● Managed product sourcing, marketing, and customer service.

EntrepreneurshipMarketingCustomer Service
Cinch IT

Graphic Designer

Cinch IT

Jan 2026 – Dec 2026
Graphic DesignDigital DesignVisual Content
STG Infotech

Ad Poster Designer

STG Infotech

Jan 2026 – Dec 2026
Graphic DesignAdvertisingPoster Design

Ad Poster Designer

Klaren Creatives

Jan 2026 – Dec 2026
Graphic DesignAdvertisingPoster Design
Volga Oil Philippines

Social Media Specialist

Volga Oil Philippines

Jan 2026 – Dec 2026

● Produced digital marketing assets, including graphics, Facebook covers, and short-form videos aligned with brand guidelines. ● Designed promotional posters and print materials for marketing campaigns and live events. ● Maintained consistent branding across digital and offline marketing materials.

Graphic DesignFacebook

Entrepreneur

Clothing Reseller

Jan 2021 – Dec 2025

● Built a loyal customer base through social media selling and customer engagement. ● Generated recurring monthly income of ₱5,000–₱8,000. ● Managed inventory, customer communication, and order fulfillment.

Social Media SellingInventory ManagementCustomer Communication

Director

Let Me In Short Film

Jan 2025 – Dec 2025
Film DirectionCreative ProductionProject Management
The B Word

Graphic Designer

The B Word

Jan 2025 – Dec 2025
Graphic DesignBrandingVisual Content
W.O.L.F Wellness

Graphic Designer

W.O.L.F Wellness

Jan 2025 – Dec 2025
Graphic DesignBrandingVisual Content

Marketing & Publicity Committee Member

The Next-Gen Puzzle: Unlocking Communication Styles That Power Gen Z Leaders (A Webinar Event)

Jan 2025 – Dec 2025
MarketingPublicityEvent Coordination
Optimal Wellness Group

Social Media Manager

Optimal Wellness Group

Jan 2025 – Dec 2025

● Produced platform-specific videos, graphics, and marketing copy for TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. ● Scheduled and automated social media content using GoHighLevel to improve workflow efficiency and audience reach. ● Increased social media engagement by 50% through content calendar optimization and strategic scheduling. ● Monitored analytics and refined content strategies based on performance insights.

GoHighLevelSocial Media AnalyticsContent Creation

Set & Props Committee Member

HABI Theatre Fest

Jan 2024 – Dec 2024
Set DesignProps ManagementTheatre Production

Public Relations Campaign Officer

Pro Bono Publico: A Public Relations Campaign

Jan 2024 – Dec 2024

Award: Most Innovative Communication Planner

Public RelationsCampaign PlanningCommunication
Ellana Cosmetics

Social Media Marketing Intern

Ellana Cosmetics

Jan 2024 – Dec 2024

● Managed the brand's TikTok account by creating content that increased brand awareness and audience engagement. ● Conducted market, competitor, SEO, and trend research to support content planning and optimization. ● Produced engaging short-form video concepts aligned with the brand's marketing objectives. ● Monitored KPIs and analyzed performance data to recommend content improvements.

TikTokSEOContent Creation
UPLB Freshie Fair

Logistics Committee Member

UPLB Freshie Fair

Jan 2023 – Dec 2023
LogisticsEvent CoordinationOperations

Set & Props Committee Member

Dagab Theatre Fest

Jan 2023 – Dec 2023
Set DesignProps ManagementTheatre Production

Marketing & Publicity Committee Member

Fur Better and Fur Paws: Your Pet Deserves Better (Seminar)

Jan 2023 – Dec 2023
MarketingPublicityEvent Coordination
Popmenu

Graphic Designer

Popmenu

Jan 2023 – Dec 2023
Graphic DesignDigital DesignVisual Content

Social Media Branding

UPLB Department of Humanities 50th Alumni Homecoming

Jan 2023 – Dec 2023
Social Media BrandingContent CreationMarketing

Events Promotion Committee Member

SexEd: A Public Awareness Campaign Plan

Jan 2023 – Dec 2023
Event PromotionPublic AwarenessCampaign Planning

Events Promotion Committee Member

Storytellers, Future Shapers: Bridging the Gap between Academe and Industries Through Speech Communication (A Webinar Event)

Jan 2023 – Dec 2023
Event PromotionMarketingPublic Relations

Social Media Branding

Bokki’s Cafe

Jan 2023 – Dec 2023
Social Media BrandingContent CreationMarketing

Entrepreneur

Printing Business Owner

Jan 2022 – Dec 2022

● Operated a small digital printing business for one year. ● Managed marketing, production, and customer transactions. ● Delivered customized printing services while overseeing day-to-day operations.

Digital PrintingMarketingProduction Management
Self Employed

Private Tutor

Self Employed

Jan 2020 – Dec 2021

● Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions in Science, Mathematics, English, and Social Studies. ● Assisted students with homework and academic improvement. ● Adapted teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs.

TutoringScienceMathematics

Education

University of the Philippines - Los Baños

University of the Philippines - Los Baños

Bachelor of Arts · Communication Arts, Major in Speech Communication

2026

Certifications

Most Innovative Communication Planner

UPLB

2024 – No expiry

Events Promotion Committee

Department of Humanities, UPLB

2023 – No expiry

Principles of Graphic Design

University of the Philippines Open University

2023 – No expiry

Skills

Eleven LabsHeyGenDescriptVideo EditingGraphic DesignAdobe PhotoshopCanvaSocial Media AnalyticsMarket ResearchCopywritingMarketing CommunicationsContent CreationSocial Media ManagementDigital MarketingHootsuiteGoHighLevelMetricoolSprout SocialMeta Business Suite

Languages

EnglishTagalog