WELCOME TO THE PORTFOLIO OF
MARITA
HURN
About Me.
I am the Social Media Coordinator at my alma mater, Johnson & Wales University, where I designed my own degree in Interdisciplinary Studies: Food Marketing Communications. By blending baking, marketing, and media, I created a path that allowed me to develop skills in both the culinary and digital content worlds. My journey was so unique that JWU even created a video to showcase it—watch below ⤵️.
My passion lies in creating engaging food content, especially fun and informative videos. Outside of work, I run a TikTok channel with over 11,000 followers and 1.5 million likes, primarily featuring cake decorating. I also love incorporating my background in musical theater and comedy into my content.
I co-host Yas Chef, a podcast with my best friend, Julie Kurz, where we review the TV series The Bear. Recently, our show was ranked #10 in FeedSpot’s 25 Best Chicago Food Podcasts.
Resume
2019-2021
Baking & Pastry Arts
AS
Johnson & Wales Univeristy
Social Media Social Media Coordinator
September 2022 – Current
Marketing & Communications, Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RI
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Drove 27.3 million total impressions (415.5% growth) across Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok through strategic social media planning and execution.
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Achieved 978.8% growth impressions and 856.3% 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.
2019-2023
Food Marketing Communications
Bachelors
Johnson & Wales Univeristy
Social Media Intern
September 2022 – May 2023
Marketing & Communications, Johnson & Wales University
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
May - September 2022
Admissions Collegiate Ambassador Team, Johnson & Wales University 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
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)
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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
Pastry Cook 2
August 2021 – January 2022
Walt Disney World
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
EDUCATION
Baking Internship
January 2021 – May 2021
Carina E Dolce
Cranston, RI
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Decorated 3-5 cakes, dozens of cupcakes, and cookie orders per week.
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Created over the top creations to meet clients needs.
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Kept kitchen clean and worked up to health code.
