WELCOME TO THE PORTFOLIO OF
MARITA
HURN
About Me.
I'm a content creator and food media strategist with a background in baking, marketing, and digital storytelling. I designed my own Food Marketing Communications degree at Johnson & Wales University—a path so unique, they made a video about it (watch below ⤵️). I specialize in fun, engaging food content that informs and entertains.
Resume
EDUCATION
2019-2021
Baking & Pastry Arts
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Johnson & Wales Univeristy
2019-2023
Food Marketing Communications
Bachelors
Johnson & Wales Univeristy
SKILLS
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Video & Photo Editing (Canva, CapCut, InShot)
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Editorial Calendars
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Social Media Management (Hootsuite, Sprout Social)
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Project Management (Asana, Hive)
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Content Creation
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Social Media Strategy
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Cake decorating (fondant, buttercream, gumpaste, scuplting, piping)
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Laminated Doughs
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Enriched Breads
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Confections
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Networking
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Instagram
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TikTok
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Facebook
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Twitter
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YouTube
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Microsoft Office
Social Media Social Media Coordinator
Marketing & Communications, Johnson & Wales University
September 2022 – Current
Providence, RI
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Drove 34.4 million total impressions (447% growth) across Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok through strategic social media planning and execution.
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Achieved 1,452.8% growth impressions and 1,015% growth in TikTok engagement by creating tailored, trend-driven content.
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Managed a team of three student assistants per semester, delegating tasks, overseeing content creation, and mentoring team members to ensure high-quality work.
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Utilized Sprout Social to interpret performance metrics, monitor social listening, and create reports
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Managed all social media accounts for the university, ensuring cohesive branding and alignment with
institutional goals.
Social Media Intern
Marketing & Communications, Johnson & Wales University
September 2022 – May 2023
Providence, RI
- Lead the development of student-focused recipe videos, which averaged ten thousand views each
- Participate in weekly staff meetings, providing insight on student involvement on campus
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Assist in the management of university flagship accounts (Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter)
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Promoted to full time Social Media Coordinator in May 2023
Tour Guide & Campus Host
Admissions Collegiate Ambassador Team, Johnson & Wales University
May - September 2022
Providence, RI
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Hosted daily campus tours to prospective students and their families.
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Called prospective students inquiring about JWU to help increase affinity to the university
Pastry Cook 2
Walt Disney World
August 2021 – January 2022
Orlando, FL
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Decorated 1,000+ desserts daily for both Epcot & Hollywood Studios Production Bakeries
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Made product for celebrations including Epcot Food & Wine Festival and Disney World's 50th anniversary
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Collaborated with 20+ restaurants to ensure orders were met in a timely and accurate manner
Cake Decorator / Baking Intern
Carina E Dolce | Cranston, RI
Jan 2022 – Sept 2022; Jan 2021 – May 2021
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Made 3–5 custom dessert orders weekly, each including a themed cake, cupcakes, cake pops, chocolate-covered treats, and elaborate sugar cookies.
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Ensured all desserts were cohesive and artistic to match each party’s theme, working from designs provided by local event planners.
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Maintained quality, met deadlines, and followed health and safety standards.