Andrea (Plecko) Kinnear

Chicago Andrea Creative specializes in photography, content creation, creative solutions for events, social media and more. We work with families, businesses and nonprofits. Finally finding a way to string together my love for visual creativity, this company was born. I provide a photography experience that makes clients feel as comfortable as possible in front on my lens. Whether working one on one, with large or small companies, or families with small children my skill is connecting with you to create images that reflect your best self.

Social Media + Marketing Director, asistant buyer for women's fashion and home decor.

Project Manager & Creative Consultant for high end retail boutique with locations in Chicago and Lake Forest. - Consulted with owner on aesthetic and overall vision for the new store. - Created and managed a timeline for the opening of the store. - Delegated tasks to appropriate partners (ie: contractor, building owner, architect.) - Designed the layout of the new space and researched and purchased fixtures, floors, furniture, and lighting. - Worked with the architect to design custom furniture to fit the overall aesthetic of the store. - Helped design photography studio for the company’s new e-tailing business. - Managed communication between store owner and others involved with the project.

- Oversaw all internal and external marketing, advertising, and public relations for this apparel retailer. - Created and executed events both in store, as well as field events including private trunk shows and large scale shopping events. - Evaluated new marketing opportunities and developed plans for successful execution. - Tracked and communicated project progress, risks, expectations, timelines, and milestones. - Attended many social events citywide for networking and to bring in new business. - Handled the store's participation in community events and attended Old Town Community Merchant Association meetings and events. - Developed and maintained business’ social media including: Facebook, Twitter, FourSquare, and Wordpress. - Helped design and maintained business’ blog-based website. - Developed and maintained close relationships with press, vendors, customers, and the community. - Experience with vendor proposals, contracts, and billing. - Worked the sales floor and interacted with and developed lasting relationships with customers.

-Assisted project manager with marketing strategies for Kewaunee Inn. -Arranged affiliation with Wisconsin Tourism Bureau and other Wisconsin tourist organizations. -Researched, prepared and presented new marketing plans to project managers and investors. -Provided web assistance and innovative ideas to help with property development projects. -Organized and attended community events.

-Managed Intern program. -Assisted in many aspects of TV production, enhanced skills in organization, multitasking. -Assisted Producers in research and writing stories for the website, assisted production crew during stand-ups. -Managed phones for the company, and directed calls, planned travel for talent.

Production Assistant Intern