Colleen Nelson, Cir, Css
About Colleen Nelson, Cir, Css
Colleen Nelson serves as the Director of Talent Marketing at Aquent, a position she has held since 2016. She has extensive experience in talent marketing and communications, having worked in various roles at FOX5 WAGA and Vitamin T prior to her current role.
Current Role as Director of Talent Marketing
Colleen Nelson serves as the Director of Talent Marketing at Aquent, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for developing and implementing talent marketing strategies to attract and retain top talent. Her experience in the industry allows her to effectively engage with potential candidates and enhance the company's brand presence in the talent market.
Previous Experience at Aquent
Colleen Nelson has a diverse background at Aquent, where she worked in various roles prior to her current position. She served as the Talent Screening Adoption Manager from 2014 to 2016, focusing on improving talent acquisition processes. Additionally, she worked as a Social Media Specialist for 7 months in 2014, where she managed social media strategies to enhance engagement and outreach.
Experience at FOX5 WAGA
Colleen Nelson gained significant experience at FOX5 WAGA, where she held multiple positions from 2003 to 2010. She started as a Creative Services Coordinator and later became a Community Affairs Coordinator and Promotion Log Coordinator. Her roles involved coordinating promotional activities and community engagement initiatives, contributing to the station's outreach efforts.
Career at Vitamin T
Before joining Aquent, Colleen Nelson worked at Vitamin T from 2011 to 2014. She held the position of Agent for three years, where she focused on connecting creative talent with job opportunities. Additionally, she served as a Team Lead for a brief period in 2014, overseeing team operations and contributing to the agency's success.
Educational Background from Purdue University
Colleen Nelson earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Telecommunication from Purdue University, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge in communication and media, which has been instrumental in her career in talent marketing and media coordination.