# Genesis Valentine > Multidisciplinary Creative Professional | Musician, UX Designer, Communications & Event Strategist Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/genesis I'm a multidisciplinary creative who loves bringing ideas to life, whether through music, design or marketing. I thrive on collaboration, storytelling and problem solving, and I enjoy creating experiences that connect with people. Curious, adaptable and energized by new challenges, I am able to make every project meaningful engaging and memorable. ## Work Experience ### Operations Lead and Programs Coordinator II @ Peers Envisioning and Engaging in Recovery Services (PEERS) Jan 2025 – Present • Facilitated all-staff and organizational planning meetings by coordinating agendas with leadership and presenters, creating slide templates, managing meeting flow, engaging participants, booking spaces, and arranging logistics, ensuring efficient, inclusive, and well-organized sessions. • Collaborated with Human Resources leadership to streamline hiring, onboarding, and employee transitions, enhancing employee lifecycle efficiency and reducing administrative delays. • Designed, launched, and analyzed a workplace needs survey within the first two weeks of employment, identifying operational gaps and driving actionable, inclusive process improvements. • Conducted heuristic analyses and accessibility reviews for internal digital tools and communications, delivering recommendations that improved usability, engagement, and compliance. • Developed and implemented standardized procedures for inventory, equipment checkout, office systems, and outreach materials, including a centralized check-in system to track materials, manage secure storage, and coordinate cross-team usage, improving accountability and operational efficiency. • Built and maintained a centralized IT ticketing system using Google Forms, streamlining issue intake and resolution, reducing response times, and minimizing operational disruptions. • Provided day-to-day technical support, including malware remediation and systems troubleshooting, ensuring operational continuity and reliable access to technology resources. ### Event Operations and Logistics Manager @ Lyrical Opposition Jan 2024 – Present | Brisbane, California, United States • Led end-to-end event operations, managing budgets, timelines, vendors, logistics, and on-site execution to deliver seamless live events from planning through completion. • Managed and coordinated a cross-functional team of four, overseeing artists, musicians, videographers, administrators, vendors, and volunteers to ensure aligned execution. • Developed marketing strategies and content calendars, designing posters, flyers, and social media assets while defining event themes, color palettes, and typography to ensure cohesive branding. • Built and maintained operational, partnership, and fundraising tracking systems using Google Sheets, including potential donors, grant opportunities, and partner organizations. • Established and managed external partnerships and stakeholder relationships, facilitating collaboration, internal planning meetings, slide decks, day-of agendas, and on-site delegation. ### Professional Musician @ Self-employed - Music Jan 2017 – Present Current Work • Brain Fog (Fusion Funk & Rock Trio) June 2025 - Present • Drummer for Sang Matiz (Afro-Latin, Oakland, CA) | June 2022 – Present • Drummer for Lucky Devil’s wedding band, performing across a wide range of genres • Touring drummer for Hugo de la Lune • Drummer for Cardboard People, including recording on their self-titled album, sharing the stage with Angelo Moore (Fishbone), and opening for Common at the 2023 Hiero Day Festival. Past Work & Collaborations • Performed with Madame Gandhi at the Palm Tree Festival (where Calvin Harris and The Chainsmokers headlined), Asian Art Museum, UCLA Nimoy Theater, and de Young Museum. • Toured with the Dr. Dre Tribute Band, including performances at House of Blues and venues nationwide. • Performed with Ronkat Spearman (Parliament Funkadellic All Star) and shared the stage with Garrett “Starchild” Shider of Parliament Funkadellic. • Performed with Vanthan at Cambodia Day in Union Square (SF). Featured with the Collab Choir, performing alongside Martin Luther McCoy, Kev Choice, B Steadwell, B Deveaux, and Dominè. • Headlined with the Onyx at SFJazz and opened for T-Pain at the Black Joy Parade. Recording Credits • Recorded at Hyde Street Studios on She Done Gone by Tadd Scott. • Recorded on I Too Sing for America, A play by SF Batco with composer Othello Jefferson, live ensemble performance. • Featured on Cardboard People (self-titled album) and Tigress Lane. • Recorded singles including Dear Sophia by Fego Navarro & Sami Freeman. • Released original projects The E’ville Experience EP and The Onyx EP. Bands & Projects Current: Sang Matiz, Lucky Devil’s wedding band, Hugo de la Lune (touring), Cardboard People. Past: The Onyx (Soul, Funk, R&B | Nov 2018 – 2023), Plants (Jazz, Funk, Soul | Oct 2018 – 2023), Brain Chyld (Fusion | Mar 2018 – 2023), The E’ville Experience (Alt Rock | 2018 – 2020), The Nerv (Punk | Aug 2018 – Mar 2019), The Golden Hexegrams (Solar Punk | Nov 2017 – Jul 2019). ### Marketing Operations Specialist @ Abbott Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 • Supported global marketing operations for the FreeStyle Libre 3 product line by maintaining, updating, and distributing compliant digital marketing assets for HCP and consumer audiences. • Collaborated cross-functionally with Marketing, Medical, Quality, and Regulatory teams to develop and maintain Core Baseline Marketing Assets in alignment with strict regulatory requirements. • Coordinated with global marketing teams across EMEA, APAC, CALA, and the U.S., distributing approved video and digital assets for localization, translation, and regional deployment. • Conducted competitive market research and maintained data-driven slide decks for marketing leadership, including product positioning, competitor insights, and performance statistics. • Managed vendor coordination for promotional and instructional video content, facilitated recurring meetings with marketing managers, and balanced competing priorities across multiple stakeholders while maintaining quarterly master asset decks. ### Design Consultant | Website re-design for Freestyle Beauty @ Freelance UX/UI Designer Jan 2022 – Jan 2022 | San Francisco Bay Area • Established and nuanced branding by utilizing color theory, typography and goldilocks statements Established a cohesive and differentiated brand identity using color theory, typography, and Goldilocks statements to align business goals with user expectations. • Conducted competitive analysis and feature benchmarking to inform product positioning and strategic design decisions. • Developed website roadmaps through sketching and wireframing, translating requirements into clear, user-centered structures. • Researched and evaluated hosting platforms to determine the best technical and business fit for project needs. • Designed low- and mid-fidelity prototypes that balanced user needs with business objectives, validating solutions before development. • Created proto-personas to maintain a user-first approach throughout the design process and guide decision-making. ### UX Design Apprentice @ General Assembly Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Remote • Completed an intensive UX design program with a strong focus on user-centered design, accessibility, and product strategy, applying methods to real client and portfolio projects. • Led user research efforts including interviews, surveys, heuristic evaluations, usability testing, and accessibility audits to inform design decisions. • Synthesized research into personas, journey maps, task flows, and opportunity areas, translating insights into clear design direction. • Designed and iterated on low - to high-fidelity wireframes and interactive prototypes in Figma and Balsamiq to validate solutions with users and stakeholders. • Applied design thinking and systems thinking to balance user needs, business goals, and technical constraints. • Partnered with cross-functional collaborators (designers, stakeholders, and clients) to refine concepts, incorporate feedback, and deliver cohesive UX solutions. • Developed UI patterns and lightweight design systems aligned with brand standards and WCAG accessibility guidelines. • Presented research findings and design rationale to stakeholders, demonstrating clear decision-making and end-to-end ownership. ### Social Media Manager & Graphic Designer @ ResilientMarkets Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 • Developed and executed integrated social media marketing plans, aligning campaign strategy with organizational goals and audience insights. • Designed on-brand visual assets and digital content to promote events, hiring initiatives, and editorial content, increasing visibility and engagement. • Created and tailored content for multiple target audiences, ensuring messaging, tone, and visuals resonated across platforms. • Managed content calendars and scheduled posts across multiple social media channels, maintaining consistency and timely delivery. • Managed and mentored one direct report, delegating tasks, providing feedback, and ensuring timely delivery of marketing deliverables. • Collaborated in weekly planning and strategy meetings, tracking progress, refining priorities, and aligning on campaign goals. • Monitored performance and analyzed social media analytics, producing reports and insights to evaluate campaign effectiveness and guide future improvements. ### Brand Manager @ Black Swan Arts & Media Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 • Managed and distributed a monthly newsletter via Mailchimp, increasing subscriber engagement and driving consistent traffic to organizational content. • Expanded and maintained the organization’s social media presence, strengthening engagement through strategic content planning and regular publishing. • Updated and maintained Squarespace website content, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with brand standards. • Partnered directly with the CEO in weekly strategy meetings, translating organizational priorities into clear, actionable marketing initiatives. ### Content Migration Contractor @ TechEquity Collaborative Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Oakland, California, United States • Supported the content migration of a new WordPress website, translating designs from Figma into live pages in collaboration with the Content & Communications Manager. • Rapidly ramped up in Figma, contributing to the successful migration of 36+ web pages within tight timelines. • Reviewed and analyzed web pages for errors, inconsistencies, and formatting issues, ensuring content accuracy and quality prior to launch. • Tracked migration progress and organized content workflows using Google Docs and Google Sheets, improving visibility and coordination across the migration team. ### Marketing Assistant @ Blue Bear School Of Music Jan 2016 – Jan 2018 | Fort Mason Center, 2 Marina Blvd. Bldg. D, San Francisco, CA 94123 • Managed and grew the organization’s social media presence across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, and Pinterest, creating consistent, engaging content to strengthen brand awareness and community engagement. • Developed original digital content and campaigns to promote new programs and boost enrollment for underperforming offerings. • Produced and managed monthly email newsletters, contributing blog content and editorial planning to drive engagement and curiosity about programs and instructors. • Interviewed teachers and staff to generate authentic storytelling for blogs, newsletters, and marketing materials. • Designed digital advertisements and promotional assets using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop to support social media and email campaigns. • Supported the Marketing Director with press releases, email blasts, and campaign execution, ensuring timely and cohesive messaging. • Coordinated with photographers and videographers to meet catalog and campaign deadlines, managing content pipelines from production through publication. • Filmed, edited, and supported promotional video content for the organization’s YouTube channel, including event promos and marketing videos. ### Office Assistant @ DonorsChoose.org Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 | San Francisco Bay Area • Supported a full office relocation by coordinating movers, contractors, electricians, painters, and vendors, ensuring timelines, security requirements, and operational continuity during the transition. • Managed day-to-day office operations, including keycards, keys, internet services, server room access, cable management, and office supplies to maintain a secure and functional workplace. • Oversaw vendor relationships and processed payments for contractors and service providers, handling large invoices while maintaining accurate records and approvals. • Coordinated weekly meetings with contractors and internal leadership, documenting action items, tracking progress, and keeping management informed of risks and milestones. • Researched, sourced, and managed vendors for facilities, security, and office enhancements (e.g., locksmiths, alarm systems, chalk art installations), supporting both operational and cultural needs. ### Markets Internal Communications Intern @ Blue Shield of California Jan 2014 – Jan 2015 | 50 Beale • Produced and published the monthly “Markets” internal newsletter, increasing employee readership and cross-department engagement by 10% through targeted content and consistent delivery. • Conducted analysis of over 1,000 survey responses to identify trends and insights that informed future internal planning and engagement initiatives. • Organized and supported company events, all-hands meetings, and diversity initiatives, coordinating logistics and internal communications to ensure alignment with organizational goals. • Assisted in developing new hire materials and internal communications content, supporting onboarding and information flow across teams. • Collaborated with marketing and communications teams to learn healthcare audience segmentation and messaging strategies tailored to user profiles, improving relevance of internal messaging. ### Project Management Trainee @ Year Up Jan 2014 – Jan 2015 • Led a six-person team to develop a comprehensive business plan and investor presentation, resulting in all investors approving the product idea—one of only a few teams out of 30+ to achieve unanimous approval. • Networked with corporate partners and former government officials, hosting site tours and engaging stakeholders to build relationships and gather feedback. • Completed a two-day Scrum methodology workshop with Cprime, applying Agile principles to team workflows and project management. • Designed branding and marketing materials, including a logo and four advertisements, to support the business plan and effectively communicate the product concept to investors. • Presented project findings and business strategy to a panel of executives, refining public speaking and persuasion skills in a high-stakes environment. ### Youth & Environmental Education Intern @ CommunityGrows Jan 2011 – Jan 2011 Environmental Education & Youth Intern – BEETs (Band of Environmentally Educated and Employable Teens) • Educated and engaged youth on environmental stewardship and healthy eating through hands-on garden lessons, cooking classes, and composting activities. • Restored and maintained community gardens in the Western Addition, gaining practical experience in sustainable gardening and ecological land care. • Participated in job training and career development workshops, building professional and leadership skills. • Recognized as “Most Likely to Be the Director of BEETs” for leadership, initiative, and dedication to program impact. ## Education ### UX Design Immersive General Assembly ### Associate's degree in Graphic Design City College of San Francisco ### Spanish Language and Literature Skyline College ### Business Administration and Management in General Foothill College ### Year Up United ### Business Administration and Management in General City College of San Francisco ### High School Diploma Lowell High School ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/genesis-valentine - Portfolio: https://genesisvalentinemu.wixsite.com/my-site-2 --- Source: https://flows.cv/genesis JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/genesis/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-13