Mckenzie Cooke
Marketing and Development Coordinator at CECO
Resume
Introduction
I earned my degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from the University of Mississippi, with a minor in General Business and a specialization in Social Media. At Ole Miss, I served on the Social Media team for the School of Journalism and New Media, where I built the foundation for a career in digital marketing. Since then, I’ve managed content strategy and social media for a wide range of organizations, like the Sundancers Baton Twirlers and Team USA Corps to hospitality brands such as Margaritaville Orlando Resort, where I curated content that captured the guest experience and strengthened community engagement.
I worked as Marketing Specialist for a woman-owned small business in the Federal A/E/C industry. In this role, I managed branding, digital content, SEO, email campaigns, and LinkedIn strategy for multiple brands, while leading initiatives like scholarship programs, event marketing, and large-scale publication design.
As Marketing and Development Coordinator at CECO, I manage and execute integrated marketing and fundraising initiatives that strengthen the organization’s brand, deepen donor engagement, and drive awareness of our mission. In this cross-functional role, I lead CECO’s digital presence, create purpose-driven content across platforms, and support donor stewardship through compelling storytelling and targeted communications. I collaborate closely with the Director of Development to produce fundraising campaigns, event promotions, donor materials, and multimedia assets that align with strategic goals. I also oversee our content calendar, social media strategy, and campaign analytics to ensure consistent messaging and data-informed decisions that enhance visibility, engagement, and impact
Skills
Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, X (Twitter), YouTube, Pinterest, Lemon8, Shopify
Content creation, copywriting, scheduling content, community and reputation management, identifying trends, client relations, photography, videography/ short videos, and organic social media to highlight a few
Canva, Adobe, Microsoft, Google, Social Studios, Meta, Hubspot
Certifications
Google: Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
LinkedIn: Marketing Strategy-Competitive Intelligence
Practical A/B Testing
HubSpot: Digital Marketing
Content Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Social Media Marketing II
Email Marketing
Semrush: Fundamentals of Marketing Analytics
Digital Advertising 101
Leadership & People Management
Social Media Experience
Follow the links below to explore some of my social media work:
CECO | Winter Park FL
The Diallo Group
Marketing Specialist
February 2023 - Present
• Develop and manage digital marketing, including email marketing, SEO, and social media, focusing on LinkedIn to establish and enhance TDG's brand presence. Design all digital marketing products such as capabilities statements, presentations, newsletters, etc. • Research and craft project proposals to secure new business opportunities and expand TDG's client base
• Attend industry events to capture content. Design booths, business cards, flyers, and other promotional materials for events
February 2023 - Present
• Develop and manage digital marketing, including email marketing, SEO, and social media, focusing on LinkedIn to establish and enhance TDG's brand presence. Design all digital marketing products such as capabilities statements, presentations, newsletters, etc. • Research and craft project proposals to secure new business opportunities and expand TDG's client base
• Attend industry events to capture content. Design booths, business cards, flyers, and other promotional materials for events
Margaritaville Orlando Resort
Social Media Specialist
• Curated and scheduled organic content for Margaritaville Resort Orlando and Spectrum Resort Orlando, Sentosa Riverview, and Sentosa Lexington Oaks, maintaining brand voice, reviewing analytics, and interacting with communities across all channels for Rentyl Resorts brands
• Curated and scheduled organic content for Margaritaville Resort Orlando and Spectrum Resort Orlando, Sentosa Riverview, and Sentosa Lexington Oaks, maintaining brand voice, reviewing analytics, and interacting with communities across all channels for Rentyl Resorts brands
Sundancers Baton Twirlers
Social Media Manager
May 2016 - Present
• Design graphics and advertisements for the Sundancers' social media accounts intermittently
• Managed teams’ Instagram and Facebook during the Summer of 2023
May 2016 - Present
• Design graphics and advertisements for the Sundancers' social media accounts intermittently
• Managed teams’ Instagram and Facebook during the Summer of 2023
Round Table
Social Media Manager
March 13, 2021 - May 10, 2022
• Managed the business’ Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter (X). Photographed, created video content, designed graphics/ advertisements, and edited and captioned all posts.
• Boosted presence and engagement through stories, reels, and posts. Added story highlights and updated the profile’s bio. Gained over 500 followers for the Instagram account during management, which led to an increase in customers and sales
March 13, 2021 - May 10, 2022
• Managed the business’ Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter (X). Photographed, created video content, designed graphics/ advertisements, and edited and captioned all posts.
• Boosted presence and engagement through stories, reels, and posts. Added story highlights and updated the profile’s bio. Gained over 500 followers for the Instagram account during management, which led to an increase in customers and sales
Ole Miss Feature Twirlers
Social Media Manager
April 2019 - July 2022
• Maintained Facebook Page. Created and Maintained Instagram, Alumni Facebook Group, and TikTok
• Designed a professional yet engaging brand, developed an audience, and increased brand awareness. Gained 2,343 followers
April 2019 - July 2022
• Maintained Facebook Page. Created and Maintained Instagram, Alumni Facebook Group, and TikTok
• Designed a professional yet engaging brand, developed an audience, and increased brand awareness. Gained 2,343 followers
Sundancer World Team
Social Media Manager
March 2023 - August 2023
• Responsible for developing and managing the online content for the World Team Instagram and Facebook during the Summer of 2023
March 2023 - August 2023
• Responsible for developing and managing the online content for the World Team Instagram and Facebook during the Summer of 2023
Ole Miss School of Journalism and New Media
Ole Miss Social Media Ambassador
August 2021 - May 2022
• One of fifteen chosen for the school year; provided edited pictures, videos, stories, and captions for The School of Journalism and New Media’s social media accounts: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter (X)
August 2021 - May 2022
• One of fifteen chosen for the school year; provided edited pictures, videos, stories, and captions for The School of Journalism and New Media’s social media accounts: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter (X)
Featured Designs
Explore a selection of my graphic designs and advertisements:
Published Work:
Authored this feature article to highlight the journey of the Sundancers Baton Twirlers as they prepared to represent the United States at the IBTF World Championship in Liverpool, England. The piece captures the team's dedication, training, and community support, helping elevate their story to a broader local audience.
June 2023
"Local Lake Nona Baton Twirlers Are Traveling to the World Championship"
This follow-up article documents the Sundancers Baton Twirlers’ experience competing on the world stage. I conducted interviews, gathered post-event insights, and showcased the team's accomplishments at Nationals and the IBTF World Championship.
October 2023
"Lake Nona Baton Twirlers at The World Championships"
I provided my colleague with the opportunity to write this piece and supported her throughout the process. I contributed to editing, structuring the article, supplied the photography, and coordinated all communication with the publication, making this a collaborative effort that highlights both our voices and perspectives.
July 2025
"Local Baton Twirling Team Representing USA in World Championships"
Authored this article covering Twirl Florida as they represented the USA at the IBTF World Championship in Torino, Italy, bringing home two silver medals and one bronze.
September 2025
"Team USA Twirlers Bring Home Three Medals From the 2025 World Championship in Italy"
The Diallo Group
Explore a featured selection of my social media work below:
ONYX Linkedin Acquisition Post
TDG 2025 Booth Design
2024 Instagram Reel
Scholarship Instagram Reel
Capability Statement LinkedIn Post
2024 Booth Design Reel
Newsletter Linkedin Post
Benefits Package LinkedIn Post
JETC Conference on Instagram
Headshot Photoshoot Reel on Instagram
GC Connect Reel on Instagram
WIC Panel Reel on Instagram
Featured Reels
Explore a selection of Reels from Sundancers Baton Twirlers:
United States Twirling Association:
USA World Team:
Round Table on the Square:
Ole Miss Feature Twirlers:
NDM Hospitality
Explore a featured selection of my social media work from Margaritaville Resort Orlando, Spectrum Resort Orlando, Sentosa Riverview, and Sentosa Lexington Oaks.
Featured TikToks
Ole Miss School of Journalism and New Media
Company Bios
About Ceco | Conductive Education Center Of Orlando | Winter Park
CECO’s vision, mission, and the collective whole of what we do started from an acute awareness that a fundamental and novel solution was desperately needed to help advance and strengthen the overall quality of life for those with neurological motor disabilities. Instead of accepting what wasn’t working or didn’t exist, we took action.
In the summer of 2001, a 6-week pilot program with five children was held in Winter Park, Florida utilizing the learning method of Conductive Education. As...
In the summer of 2001, a 6-week pilot program with five children was held in Winter Park, Florida utilizing the learning method of Conductive Education. As...
Mckenzie Cooke Bio
Coach/ Social Media Specialist
Kenzie is most recognized for her years as the Ole Miss Feature Twirler where she wowed the crowd with her one, two, three and FOUR baton skills. A highlight of her Ole Miss days was twirling 3 Fire Batons in front of a packed stadium and on National Television. As a lifelong Sundancers, Kenzie started her career in our Recreation Classes. She went on to win several State, Regional, and National Titles. She has been Junior, Senior, and College Miss Majorette of Florida as well as the Florida State Twirl-off and Strut-Off Champion. Kenzie has represented Team USA in France (2019) and England (2023). She has won International Medals in Two Baton, Three Baton, and Artistic Twirl. She was a finalist in the X Strut division as well. Kenzie also served as captain of our Silver Medal-winning Show Corps at the World Championships.
Kenzie loves spending time with her friends and traveling to concerts and sporting events. Her favorites will forever be the Ole Miss Rebels and Taylor Swift!
Kenzie is most recognized for her years as the Ole Miss Feature Twirler where she wowed the crowd with her one, two, three and FOUR baton skills. A highlight of her Ole Miss days was twirling 3 Fire Batons in front of a packed stadium and on National Television. As a lifelong Sundancers, Kenzie started her career in our Recreation Classes. She went on to win several State, Regional, and National Titles. She has been Junior, Senior, and College Miss Majorette of Florida as well as the Florida State Twirl-off and Strut-Off Champion. Kenzie has represented Team USA in France (2019) and England (2023). She has won International Medals in Two Baton, Three Baton, and Artistic Twirl. She was a finalist in the X Strut division as well. Kenzie also served as captain of our Silver Medal-winning Show Corps at the World Championships.
Kenzie loves spending time with her friends and traveling to concerts and sporting events. Her favorites will forever be the Ole Miss Rebels and Taylor Swift!
Mckenzie Cooke Bio
We are thrilled to introduce Mckenzie Cooke as the newest addition to our team. With a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications from the University of Mississippi, Mckenzie brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our company. Specializing in social media, she has a proven track record of enhancing online presence and engagement through strategic content creation and community management. Mckenzie's experience spans various roles, including Social Media Specialist for NDM Hospitality Rentyl Resorts and Social Media Manager for Sundancers Baton Twirlers, where she significantly increased visibility and follower engagement.
During her tenure at Rentyl Resorts, Mckenzie excelled in maintaining brand voice across multiple platforms, analyzing metrics to inform content strategies, and fostering community interactions. Her ability to design compelling graphics and advertisements has been a consistent asset, notably increasing the Sundancers Instagram visibility with her innovative approaches. Mckenzie's freelance work, including her role as Social Media Manager for Ole Miss Feature Twirlers, further underscores her capability to develop and execute effective marketing strategies that resonate with target audiences.
Mckenzie's passion for storytelling and audience engagement is evident in her published work as a Contributing Author for NonaHood News, where her articles spotlighted local talents and enhanced publication visibility. Her diverse skill set, including content creation, copywriting, and trend identification, combined with her proficiency in tools like Canva, Adobe, and Microsoft, makes Mckenzie a formidable force in our marketing team. We look forward to the innovative and dynamic strategies she will bring to our projects, driving our company's digital presence to new heights.
During her tenure at Rentyl Resorts, Mckenzie excelled in maintaining brand voice across multiple platforms, analyzing metrics to inform content strategies, and fostering community interactions. Her ability to design compelling graphics and advertisements has been a consistent asset, notably increasing the Sundancers Instagram visibility with her innovative approaches. Mckenzie's freelance work, including her role as Social Media Manager for Ole Miss Feature Twirlers, further underscores her capability to develop and execute effective marketing strategies that resonate with target audiences.
Mckenzie's passion for storytelling and audience engagement is evident in her published work as a Contributing Author for NonaHood News, where her articles spotlighted local talents and enhanced publication visibility. Her diverse skill set, including content creation, copywriting, and trend identification, combined with her proficiency in tools like Canva, Adobe, and Microsoft, makes Mckenzie a formidable force in our marketing team. We look forward to the innovative and dynamic strategies she will bring to our projects, driving our company's digital presence to new heights.
Contact Me
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kenzcooke@gmail.com