Brandee Backus
About Brandee Backus
Brandee Backus is a Technical Recruiter with a background in specialized fields such as Engineering, QA, UI/UX Design, Product, and Agile/Scrum. She has held various positions in recruitment and marketing across several companies, including Tential and iHeartMedia, and currently works at Osso VR.
Work at Osso VR
Brandee Backus currently serves as a Technical Recruiter at Osso VR, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she focuses on recruiting specialized talent in fields such as Engineering, QA, UI/UX Design, Product, and Agile/Scrum. Her responsibilities include identifying and engaging potential candidates to meet the company's staffing needs. Additionally, she leverages her expertise to enhance the recruitment process and improve candidate experience.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Prior to her role at Osso VR, Brandee Backus worked at Tential in various capacities, including Associate, Recruiter, and Senior Associate from 2019 to 2022. During her tenure, she contributed to recruiting efforts in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area, focusing on specialized fields. She also held a position as a Recruiter at Corporate Brokers for three months in 2018, further solidifying her experience in the recruitment industry.
Educational Background
Brandee Backus studied at Western Kentucky University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies. Additionally, she pursued a Minor in Food Service, Waiter/Waitress, and Dining Room Management/Manager. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in communication and management, which supports her professional roles in recruitment and business development.
Marketing and Business Development Experience
Before transitioning to recruitment, Brandee Backus worked as an Account Executive at iHeartMedia and as Assistant Marketing Director at Sandy Morris Financial and Estate Planning Services, LLC. Her experience in marketing includes responsibilities for market expansion, where she was instrumental in introducing a new IT boutique staffing firm in Central Florida. She has also led business development initiatives to broaden service offerings and increase revenue growth.
Achievements in Recruitment and Mentorship
Brandee Backus has made significant contributions to recruitment practices, including the creation and implementation of a Mentorship Program designed to connect entry-level engineers with senior engineers. This initiative aims to enhance candidate availability for existing clients and foster professional development within the engineering community. She is recognized for her solutions-oriented approach and ability to build strong relationships within the industry.