Cara Fontes
About Cara Fontes
Cara Fontes is a Senior Technology Recruiter at FreeWheel, where she has worked since 2015. She previously held positions at Sony Corporation of America and Tekmark Global Solutions, and she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business/Corporate Communications from Saint Peter's University.
Work at FreeWheel
Cara Fontes has served as a Senior Technology Recruiter at FreeWheel since 2015. In this role, she focuses on recruiting for technology positions within the company. FreeWheel is recognized for providing comprehensive solutions for the advertising industry and has a global presence with offices in major cities including New York, San Francisco, Chicago, London, Paris, and Beijing. Fontes contributes to the company's mission by sourcing and attracting top talent to support its technological initiatives.
Previous Experience at Sony Corporation
Prior to her current role, Cara Fontes worked at Sony Corporation of America as a Talent Acquisition Manager from 2011 to 2015. During her four years in this position, she was based in New York City and was responsible for overseeing talent acquisition strategies and processes within the organization. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in recruitment and talent management.
Experience at Tekmark Global Solutions
Before her tenure at Sony, Cara Fontes was employed at Tekmark Global Solutions as a Lead Technical Specialist from 2009 to 2011. In this role, she gained valuable experience in technical recruitment and specialized in identifying candidates for technology-focused positions. Her work at Tekmark contributed to her expertise in the recruitment field.
Education and Expertise
Cara Fontes holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business/Corporate Communications from Saint Peter's University. Her educational background has equipped her with skills in communication and business practices, which are essential in her roles in talent acquisition and recruitment. This academic foundation supports her current responsibilities in sourcing and engaging candidates in the technology sector.
Advocacy in the Advertising Industry
At FreeWheel, Cara Fontes is part of a company that advocates for the advertising industry through the FreeWheel Council for Premium Video. This involvement highlights her commitment to promoting best practices and innovation within the advertising sector, particularly in relation to technology and video content.