Blake Schaefer
About Blake Schaefer
Blake Schaefer is a Media Analyst Manager and Sales Development Representative at Ad Fontes Media, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Master's degree in Media Psychology with an emphasis in Media Marketing and Data Analytics and has extensive experience in team management and data analysis.
Work at Ad Fontes Media
Blake Schaefer has been employed at Ad Fontes Media since 2020, initially serving as a Media Analyst. In 2023, he advanced to the position of Media Analyst Manager and Sales Development Representative. In his current role, he manages a team of approximately 30 employees. Schaefer consults on methodological approaches and efficient data operation processes to enhance marketing strategies. His responsibilities include delivering brand marketing solutions by collaborating with various stakeholders, including brands, agencies, and publishers.
Education and Expertise
Blake Schaefer holds a Master's degree in Media Psychology with an emphasis in Media Marketing and Data Analytics from Fielding Graduate University, which he completed from 2020 to 2023. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a similar emphasis from the University of Illinois Springfield, graduating in 2020. Schaefer has expertise in parsing and reviewing domains for quality assessment, having reviewed over 10,000 domains for the analyst team at Ad Fontes Media. He is skilled in various analytical and marketing tools, including Netlytic, Communalytic, CrowdTangle, Discover Text, and NodeXL.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Ad Fontes Media, Blake Schaefer worked in various roles across different industries. He served as a Certified Optician at Shopko Optical from 2014 to 2019 in Jacksonville, Illinois. Prior to that, he was a District Manager at GNC from 2011 to 2013. Schaefer also held the position of Operations Manager at Burrus Seed Company from 2008 to 2011 in Arenzville, Illinois. These experiences contributed to his diverse skill set and understanding of operational management.