Ana Medina
About Ana Medina
Ana Medina is a PR, Social & Content Account Coordinator at Hiebing, where she has worked since 2022. She has previous experience in various roles, including positions at Meatheads, Jimmy John's, and Panera Bread, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Current Role at Hiebing
Ana Medina serves as a PR, Social & Content Account Coordinator at Hiebing, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and managing public relations strategies, social media content, and overall brand messaging for clients. Her responsibilities include crafting engaging content and coordinating communication efforts to enhance brand visibility.
Previous Experience in Retail and Food Service
Ana Medina has a background in retail and food service, having worked at several establishments. She was an Associate at Meatheads from 2020 to 2021 in Barrington, Illinois, and spent 8 months as an Associate at Jimmy John's in Urbana, Illinois, during the same period. Additionally, she worked at Panera Bread for 5 months in 2018 in Algonquin, Illinois.
Leadership Experience at American Advertising Federation
Ana served as the President of AdBuzz Public Relations Agency within the American Advertising Federation from 2020 to 2022. In this leadership role, she oversaw various public relations initiatives and guided team members in executing campaigns, enhancing her skills in strategic communication and team management.
Educational Background in Advertising
Ana Medina studied at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Advertising. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in marketing principles, communication strategies, and creative problem-solving, which she applies in her current role.
High School Education
Ana completed her high school education at Barrington High School, attending from 2014 to 2018. This period laid the groundwork for her future studies and career in advertising and public relations.