Hi, I'm Sam Monterrey!

Get to know my career journey

I graduated college in 2014 with a bachelor's degree in Public Relations. I am passionate about storytelling. I enjoy writing, creating visual data, content, and exploring ways to simplify tools and processes for a better user and operations experience. What I have come to enjoy most throughout my career, is the opportunity to work in creative spaces.

Like many creatives, I struggled finding my niche in a corporate environment. My journey began in supportive roles where I had the opportunity to work with and ultimately learn from amazing and fearless leaders many of who I am grateful were females.

My journey led me to management roles while working in healthcare where I managed people and programs. During this time, I learned about meaningful work and the impact it had on me as a person. This was a pivotal time in my career, as I knew that moving forward, that was the kind of work I wanted to do.

Working in healthcare during the pandemic was challenging and rewarding. Healthcare by nature is a rewarding industry. But my role allowed me to engage volunteers, students and the community in giving back at a time when it was needed the most. I made my switch to tech in 2021 and the journey has been incredibly rewarding

This portfolio is a visual compliment to my resume. I welcome you to continue scrolling to see some of the cool things I have had the chance to work on.

Companies I have Worked With

Projects

Gold Student Ambassador Handbook/ Microsoft

One of the skills of a Program or Project Manager is the ability to strategize and implement high-level program initiatives and assessment protocols.

A project that I led and would like to highlight is the Gold Milestone Handbook which I implemented after identifying learning gaps among team members and an overall lack of detailed program information when working with Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors.

The handbook serves as a guide for Global Operations and Community Management Teams who work behind the scenes to provide a meaningful and enjoyable experience for Gold Student Ambassadors. A Gold Student Ambassador has reached the highest milestone in the program and has been identified as a leader among their peers, making their experience in the program a unique one.

The handbook includes a glossary of the milestone, benefits as well as an annual workback schedule, outlining the tasks, responsibilities and stakeholders involved in managing the student experienc.

Graduating Student Ambassador Blogs / Microsoft

The Graduating Gold Blog series invites Gold Student Ambassadors to participate in The Microsoft Student Tech Community. The Student Tech Community aims to connect aspiring student developers with tools, resources and experiences to turn innovative ideas into realities.

By participating in this series, Gold Student Ambassadors have the opportunity to showcase their skills and accomplishments. Students provide responses to carefully generated interview questions about their academic journey as well as their experience as a Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador.

Brand Design / Eliot and Stowe

Eliot and Stowe is an online stationary business. This client approached me for help with the creative branding process.

We discussed brand concepts and I learned a lot about what this clients goals were. Simplicity was theme from which we drew inspiration for the final logo.

Currently, we are working on a webpage and building a social media aesthetic and presence.

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Would love to discuss opportunities with you!