Rachel Hughes
About Rachel Hughes
Rachel Hughes is a Digital Producer and Senior Project Manager with a Bachelor of Science degree from The Art Institute of Portland. She has extensive experience in project management and production roles across various agencies and companies in the Portland area.
Work at Thesis
Rachel Hughes has been employed at Thesis agency since 2021, holding the position of Digital Producer and Senior Project Manager. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing digital projects and managing various aspects of production. Her experience in project management allows her to effectively guide projects from inception to completion, ensuring that all elements are executed smoothly.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Hughes earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from The Art Institute of Portland. She also completed the Kaiser Permanente Pharmacy Certification Program, achieving a Pharmacy Technician (PhT) certification in 2004. Her educational background equips her with a blend of analytical and creative skills, which she applies in her project management roles.
Background
Rachel Hughes has a diverse professional background, beginning her career as a Pharmacy Technician at Kaiser Permanente, where she worked for ten years. She transitioned into the creative industry, taking on various roles in marketing, project management, and production across multiple organizations in Portland, Oregon. Her experience spans positions at Deep Sky Studios, Jolby & Friends, Manifesto Agency, and Portland Monthly Magazine.
Previous Work Experience
Throughout her career, Rachel Hughes has held several key positions. She served as Marketing Director at Deep Sky Studios for five months in 2014 and worked as a Production Coordinator at Jolby & Friends from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she was a Sales and Marketing Intern at Portland Monthly Magazine and held various roles at Manifesto Agency, including Creative Coordinator and Account Manager/Project Manager. Her experience also includes a year as a Board Member/Event Manager at AMA PDX.
Professional Skills
Rachel Hughes possesses a unique ability to integrate both analytical and creative approaches in her project management work. She emphasizes the importance of relationship building throughout the project lifecycle, which enhances collaboration and project outcomes. Her skills in digital production and project management are complemented by her extensive experience in marketing and creative coordination.