Manuel Ambra

Stora is an all-in-one self-storage software designed to maximise sales, reduce costs, and save time. As Events and Marketing Coordinator, I am responsible for the delivery and end-to-end logistics of Stora’s events across the UK, Europe, North America, and Australia, supporting wider operational activity through internal coordination, documentation and reporting, and working closely with Stora's Head of Marketing to ensure events align with brand, messaging and customer experience goals.

Promoted to Marketing Communications and Events Lead to plan, create, manage, and report events and campaigns across Mellow's communication channels. Responsibilities range from paid and organic advertisement to content creation, website design to email marketing, training and supervising to events’ management and bookings coordination.

Mellow Parenting is an NGO that researches, develops and implements evidence-based attachment programmes globally. As Digital Communications and Marketing Officer, I was responsible for planning, creating, managing and reporting content and campaigns across digital, print, branding and marketing. Duties also included training, supervising and supporting Mellow Parenting's Marketing Assistant, as well as the organisation and marketing of events.

MAVA is a queer-founded communications and events freelancing brand, established in 2022. We are proud to specialise in marketing, branding and communications. Our ethos is ‘Say It with Pride.’ and we strive to make sure our clients are proud of their brand.

Promoted to Marketing Executive to support DIGIT’s former Marketing Manager, current Marketing Executive and Events Manager in the marketing and organisation of events, and digital marketing strategy. Tasks included: social media marketing, content creation and graphic design, CRM management, copywriting and proofing, task management, and event support.

DIGIT is Scotland’s leading technology media & events company. As part of my role as a Freelance Marketing Assistant, I was responsible for producing and scheduling content on DIGIT’s channels; creating successful campaigns with CRM tools; designing effective UI/UX journeys and overall supporting the DIGIT Team.

The Content Collective is an award-winning team of creative students producing content for NTU's social media channels. Duties include: account takeovers and live streams, filming and editing vlogs, generating ideas for video and blog content, and supporting subject areas to allow prospective students to get a feel of NTU.

Villa Mavalupa is a holiday home located on the Adriatic Coast, Italy. As a Digital Consultant, I was responsible for creating a cohesive brand identity; managing the company's Google My Business profile; and overall providing advice and services to expand their digital presence.

Bellissima Hair&Beauty is an Italian salon specialised in hair and nail treatments. I have joined the owner, Valentina, in this journey from the beginning, helping her to develop and maintain a cohesive identity for her brand. As a Product Designer, I oversaw the creative side of the business by staging eye-catching window displays and designing in-house products from start to finish.

Building Bridges is a Scottish charity connecting the diverse communities in Edinburgh through cultural events, the arts and education. As Intercultural Community Research and Events Planner, I was part of a pioneering approach to connecting cultures with the new Scots in the Edinburgh territory by bringing together a collaboration of partner organisations to create intercultural community events and learning experiences.

Griffin & Co. is a strategic creative consultancy with a digital-first culture. As a Freelance Junior Creative, my tasks included producing and scheduling content for a number of clients; writing reports on the clients’ channels’ performance; creating eye-catching UI/UX designs; and overall supporting the Griffin & Co. Team with social media management, brand design and digital strategy. Clients' sectors varied from MedTech, Food & Drink, Smart Home Appliances, etc.

As a Guide at Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, I have honed my skills in customer service. Responsibilities included public relations, administration and tour guiding.

Research Project: “Marketing to Fluid Selves: Age Identity and Queer Men Beyond Demographics” (Original qualitative research exploring self-perceived age as a psychographic variable among queer male consumers.) Principles of Marketing: Marketing Strategy for Mock Jeans Company “Soul Denim” Understanding the Customer Experience: Customer Personas and Journeys Strategic Global Marketing: International Expansion Strategy into the Irish Market for Italian Snack Company “San Carlo” Marketing Communications and Agencies Management: Ageism-Heterosexism PR Campaign for WHO Creative MarComms: Ageism-Heterosexism Integrated MarComms Strategy (with Budgeting) and Storyboard Pitch for WHO Contemporary Perspectives in Customer Engagement: Customer Sentiment Analysis via Trustpilot and Customer Engagement Report for Eventbrite Market Research through Customer Insight: Market Research into Customer Dissatisfaction at Wetherspoon Professional Practice: CPD Plan with Focus on UN’s SDGs

Research Project: “Awe-Inspiring Advertising: The Impact of Awe on Consumer Perceptions of Value” (Original quantitative research isolating awe as a trigger via novel stimuli, and its effect on perceived quality, desirability, and willingness to pay.) Level 1 Core Modules: Introduction to Psychology, Foundations of Psychology Optional Modules: Human Physiology, Introductory Neuroscience Level 2 Core Modules: Biological and Cognitive Psychology, Developmental and Social Psychology, Enquiries in Psychology, Individual Differences, Exploring Research Optional Modules: Health Coaching Conversations Level 3 Core Modules: Social Psychology and Social Justice, The Skilled Researcher, Developmental Psychology, Conceptual and Historical Issues in Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Psychobiology in Context Level 4 Core Modules: Research Project, Psychology for Contemporary Issues Optional Modules: Cognitive Science of Belief, Community Engagement, Peer Relations in Childhood and Adolescence

I joined Christ's Hospital School for a two-week study vacation to improve my knowledge and understanding of the English language.