Ashley Hunker
About Ashley Hunker
Ashley Hunker is a Junior Publicist at Laika, LLC, where she has worked in various roles since 2014. She has experience in public relations, marketing, and customer service, and studied Studio Arts at Portland Community College.
Work at LAIKA
Ashley Hunker has held multiple roles at LAIKA, LLC, a renowned animation studio located in Hillsboro, Oregon. She began her tenure in 2014 as a Freelance Reception Coordinator for five months. Following this, she served as a Reception Coordinator for one year until 2015. After a brief period, she transitioned to the Art Department as a Production Assistant from 2015 to 2016. In 2017, she worked as a Marketing Customer Service Representative for nine months. She returned to LAIKA in 2018 as a Brand Ambassador for three months before taking on the role of Public Relations Coordinator, which she has held since 2018. In 2019, she became a Junior Publicist, a position she continues to occupy.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Hunker studied Studio Arts at Portland Community College from 2009 to 2010. This educational background has contributed to her understanding of the creative aspects of her roles at LAIKA. Her experience in various positions within the company has equipped her with skills in public relations, marketing, and customer service, all of which are essential in the animation industry.
Background
Ashley Hunker has a background in the arts and communications, which has shaped her career trajectory. Her initial roles at LAIKA involved front-facing positions that required strong communication skills. Over the years, she has progressed to more specialized roles in public relations and marketing, reflecting her growth within the company and the industry.
Career Progression
Ashley Hunker's career at LAIKA demonstrates a clear progression through various roles. Starting as a Freelance Reception Coordinator, she gained foundational experience in customer interaction. Her subsequent positions, including Reception Coordinator, Art Department Production Assistant, and Marketing Customer Service Representative, allowed her to develop a diverse skill set. Her current roles as Public Relations Coordinator and Junior Publicist highlight her advancement into more strategic areas of communication within the company.