Jess Blenkarn
About Jess Blenkarn
Jess Blenkarn is a Marketing Specialist at RideCo. On-Demand Transit in Waterloo, Ontario, with experience in digital marketing, event planning, and content creation. She published a novel titled 'The Sixth Book' in 2021.
Work at RideCo
Jess Blenkarn has been serving as a Marketing Specialist at RideCo, an on-demand transit service, since 2021. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, Jess has contributed to various marketing initiatives over the past three years. Responsibilities include planning and designing events, managing website content, and executing email marketing campaigns. Jess has also recorded and edited promotional videos for social media and virtual events, enhancing the company's online presence.
Previous Experience in Marketing
Prior to joining RideCo, Jess held multiple marketing roles. At Minute School, Jess worked as a Digital Marketing Assistant for three months in 2019, where responsibilities included assisting with digital marketing strategies. Jess also served as a Marketing Assistant at Clearpath Inc. from 2019 to 2020, focusing on various marketing tasks for nine months. Additionally, Jess worked at Conservation Halton in different capacities, including Visitor Services Lead and Customer Service Representative, gaining valuable experience in customer engagement and service.
Education and Expertise
Jess Blenkarn studied at the University of Waterloo, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Business and Speech Communication through an Honours Co-operative Program from 2017 to 2022. This educational background provided Jess with a solid foundation in communication strategies and business principles, which she applies in her marketing roles. The program's co-operative component allowed Jess to gain practical experience in various marketing positions.
Published Author
In June 2021, Jess published a novel titled 'The Sixth Book' with World Castle Publishing. This achievement reflects her writing skills and creativity, which complement her marketing expertise. The publication showcases her ability to engage audiences through storytelling, a skill that is beneficial in her marketing career.
Marketing Skills and Contributions
Jess has developed a range of marketing skills throughout her career. She has experience in creating graphic images and GIFs for marketing materials, including blogs and infographics. Jess has also designed and managed website pages, contributing to the addition of a blog and resources hub. Her work includes writing and editing a monthly newsletter and crafting email invitations for webinars, showcasing her proficiency in content creation and digital marketing.