Joanna Light
About Joanna Light
Joanna Light is a High Value Engagement Manager at Save the Children UK, with expertise in omni-channel marketing and e-commerce strategy. She has held various managerial roles in notable companies, including Amazon and Universal Music Group, and possesses strong skills in negotiation and communication.
Current Role at Save the Children
Joanna Light serves as the High Value Engagement Manager at Save the Children UK, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on building and maintaining relationships with high-value donors to support the organization's mission. Her responsibilities include developing engagement strategies that align with the organization's goals and utilizing her expertise in omni-channel marketing to enhance donor experiences.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Project Management
Prior to her current role, Joanna Light held various positions that contributed to her expertise in marketing and project management. She worked at SpaceNK as a Project Manager for three months in 2019. Additionally, she served as a Partnerships Manager at Amazon from 2017 to 2019 and as a Product & Partnerships Manager at Universal Music Group from 2019 to 2021. Her experience includes managing partnerships and implementing marketing strategies across different sectors.
Education and Qualifications
Joanna Light studied at the University of Bristol, where she earned a Master’s degree in Management with a focus on Business Management and Marketing from 2012 to 2013. She also attended Durham University, obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Geography from 2009 to 2012. Earlier in her education, she completed her A-levels at Marlwood Sixth Form, studying Geography, Art, Textiles, and Philosophy, and achieved 9 GCSEs at Marlwood School.
Expertise in Digital Marketing and E-commerce
Joanna Light possesses extensive expertise in digital marketing and e-commerce strategy. Her knowledge encompasses end-to-end campaign management and omni-channel marketing. She utilizes sales and data analysis to inform planning and strategy, demonstrating her ability to drive effective marketing initiatives. Her skills in negotiation and communication further enhance her capabilities in managing high-value engagements.
Career Progression and Roles
Joanna Light has a diverse career trajectory, having worked in various roles that emphasize her skills in marketing and project management. She was a Vendor Account Manager at Amazon from 2015 to 2017 and an Assistant Buyer & Merchandiser at Abercrombie & Fitch in 2014. She also held the position of Senior Strategic Project Manager at Qurate Retail Group from 2021 to 2023. This progression illustrates her adaptability and growth within the industry.