Resume

Yoriko Richards Carreón

yorikorichards@gmail.com | 720.227.2832 | Commerce, City CO

Campaign Management

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Data-Driven Strategy

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Digital Marketing

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Branding

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Storytelling

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Campaign Management · Data-Driven Strategy · Digital Marketing · Branding . Storytelling .

  • Canva

  • Adobe Photoshop

  • Adobe Lightroom

  • CapCut Video Editing

  • Wordpress | Square Space

  • Google Suite

  • Microsoft 365

  • Bloomerang | Qgiv

  • Text-Em-All

  • TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

  • Donor Perfect | SalesForce

  • Monday | Asana | Slack

  • Constant Contacts | Mailchimp

  • Motion

  • Notion

  • Photography

  • Campaign Strategy

  • Newsletter Writing

  • Branding

  • Storytelling

  • Project Management

  • Social Media Content Creation

  • Written and Verbal proficiency in Spanish

Boys and Girls Club of Larimer County | Loveland, CO June 2019– Aug 2019; Dec 2019 – Jan 2020

CSU Health and Medical Center | Fort Collins, CO Aug 2018 - June 2020

Colorado State University Admissions | Fort Collins, CO Aug 2017 - July 2018

Platforms | Skills

Education


University of Denver | Denver, CO | Online Expected June 2026

  • Master of Arts in Communication Management - Marketing Communications

Colorado State University | Fort Collins, CO May 2020

  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology -Industrial and Organizational Psychology

  • Bachelor of Arts in Sociology - Criminology and Criminal Justice

Work Experience


Communications and Marketing Manager

Invest in Kids | Denver, CO June 2023 - Present

  • Managed digital marketing campaign (Colorado Gives Day) increasing funds raised by 80% in 2024 ($25,000 to $40,000) and a further 21% in 2025, totaling $48,377.

  • Contributed to the record-breaking success of the 2025 Jane-A-Thon ski fundraiser by creating a strategic plan for text messaging, digital ads, print collateral, and newsletters resulting in total fundraising revenue of $380,000, a 5% increase.

  • Leads annual report development by coordinating cross-department collaboration, collecting program data, crafting story-driven content, and overseeing edits to ensure accurate content reaches 5,000 stakeholders.

  • Crafts impactful stories that drive high engagement through compelling newsletter content, reaching 5,000 subscribers with a 54% open rate and 3.94% CTR on Constant Contact, nearly double the nonprofit average.

  • Translates complex program data into accesible, engaging narratives that increase stakeholder understanding of organizations’ impact on local Colorado communities.

  • Co- Chairs the Equity Committee developing agendas, guiding strategic discussion, creating action plans, delegating tasks, and monitoring progress to ensure efficient execution of equity-focused initiatives.

Founder & Photographer

Yoriko Photography | Commerce City, CO May 2023 - Present

  • Extensive experience working with non-profits, offering both paid and pro bono services.

  • Specializes in capturing candid photos that show genuine moments of people enjoying events.

  • Creates storytelling through photography for organizations to use in future event marketing.

  • Skilled in photographing a variety of events, including: Galas, fundraisers, corporate events, portraits, and weddings.

Outreach and Admissions Coordinator

Women’s Wilderness | Boulder, CO Jan 2022 - May 2023

  • Implemented targeted outreach and communication strategies through digital and print platforms to promote financial assistance for outdoor programing that resulted in 30% increase in financial aid distributed for outdoor programming.

  • Developed compelling, story-driven posts that emphasized community and accessible outdoor experiences for BIPOC women, resulting in fully filling all monthly programs.

  • Grew free climbing program for low income girls from 1 section to 4 in a year by building relationships with Title I schools.

  • Increased financial aid accessibility by revising the application process, increasing visibility on website, and promoting our programs in tabling events which led to granting $20,000 to 26 participants in 2023.

  • Managed website through WordPress to update, create, and design pages while enhancing user experience.

Social Media and Outreach Coordinator

Green Lady Gardens | Denver, CO Apr 2021 - Jan 2022

  • Produced and managed digital content strategies to grow audience reach and engagement on Instagram, achieving a 1,000-follower increase in under a year.

  • Developed blog and newsletter content to increase plant education and showcase local artists, strengthening community engagement and visibility across diverse audiences.

Sexual Health Initiatives Student Coordinator

CSU Health and Medical Center | Fort Collins, CO | June 2023 - Present

  • Led large-scale communication campaign to increase awareness of STI testing services resulting in 630 students participating in the 2019 Get Yourself Tested campaign.

  • Taught a CSU course on peer education and risk reduction, providing leadership and mentorship that enabled 12 students to successfully earn a Peer Education Certificate and college credit.

  • Promoted for leading marketing and communications efforts, managing volunteers, and advancing risk reduction initiatives that reached 10,000 students on campus in a single year.

Youth Development Coordinator

Boys & Girls Club of Larimer County | Loveland, CO | June 2023 – Aug 2019; Dec 2019 – Jan 2020

  • Supervised, prepared, and ran art room activities for groups of 20-50 children ages 6-7.

  • Received the student voted Summer 2019 Impact Award for adapting art projects to the specific interests and skills of children leading to increased engagement.

Admissions Ambassador

Colorado State University Admissions | Fort Collins, CO | Aug 2017 - July 2018

  • Supervised, prepared, and ran art room activities for groups of 20-50 children ages 6-7.

  • Received the student voted Summer 2019 Impact Award for adapting art projects to the specific interests and skills of children leading to increased engagement.

Platforms

  • Canva

  • Adobe Photoshop

  • Adobe Lightroom

  • CapCut Video Editing

  • Wordpress | Square Space

  • Google Suite

  • Microsoft 365

  • Bloomerang | Qgiv

  • Text-Em-All

  • TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn

  • Donor Perfect | SalesForce

  • Monday | Asana | Slack

  • Constant Contacts | Mailchimp

Skills

  • Photography

  • Campaign Strategy

  • Newsletter Writing

  • Branding

  • Storytelling

  • Project Management

  • Social Media Content Creation

  • Written and verbal proficiency in Spanish

Graduate Experience - University of Denver


Applied Critical Thinking in Communications

Developed a personal plan to identify and mitigate biases in research for objective, data-driven strategies.

Storytelling, Research, and Measurement

Conducted research, analyzed data, and turned insights into persuasive, results-focused stories.

Marketing Analytics

Leveraged metrics and analytics to measure performance and guide marketing decisions.

Strategic Public Relations

Built PR strategies that strengthen relationships and align with organizational goals.

Marketing Analytics

Leveraged metrics and analytics to measure performance and guide marketing decisions.

Integrated Digital Marketing

Designed and executed digital campaigns to drive measurable results.

Social Media Strategy

Managed organic and paid social media to engage audiences and grow brand value.

Marketing Strategy and Process

Applied research-driven strategies to inform ethical, goal-aligned marketing decisions.

Communication Inquiry, Analysis, and Trends

Researched industry trends and analyzed data to anticipate shifts and inform strategic planning.

Finance for Organizational Success

Applied financial analysis and budgeting to inform strategic decisions and organizational performance.

Brand Management Strategies

Developed brand strategies to build recognition, consistency, and long-term value.

Reputation Management & Crisis Communications

Managed brand reputation and developed strategies to respond to and mitigate crises.

Volunteering


Latinas First Foundation - Elevate

Elevate Committee Member Present - December 2025

  • Supports community-building events for Latinas while driving fundraising initiatives that expand access to higher education scholarships.

COLOR Latina

Latinas Increasing Political Strength (LIPS) mentor Present - January 2025

  • Meets with two mentees to support their professional goals by reviewing resumes and cover letters, and provides guidance and feedback on their final program project.