Ben Schmidt
​Social Media  Associate

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Benjamin graduated from George Mason University in 2019 with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing. After graduating, Benjamin worked for a non-profit organization, supporting their marketing efforts through email communications, marketing publications, and social media marketing. 

It is Benjamin’s goal to understand and accurately tell the stories of his clients while reaching new customers, promoting new business, and maintaining a consistent presence online.  

What are your main responsibilities at work?

I am responsible for researching, planning and strategizing a social media plan that fits the needs of my clients and ensures that their message reaches their target audience across all social media channels on a consistent basis. 

What is your favorite part of your job?

My favorite part about this job is being able to connect with my clients and explore the work that they do. 

If you could only listen to one album for the rest of your life, what would it be?

B’Day by Beyoncé

ARE YOU A NIGHT OWL OR morning person?

Morning person! Rarely will you find me up past 9 p.m.

Favorite holiday and why?

My favorite holiday is Christmas! I enjoy the music, decorations, time with family, and the cute holiday cups at Starbucks. 

dogs or cats?

Cats! They’re smart, interesting, and sometimes shady. 

How would your third-grade teacher describe you?

Energetic, chatty, and smart.

What's your favorite famous or inspirational quote?

“Sometimes it is the people no one can imagine anything of who do the things no one can imagine.” - Alan Turing

If you had an extra hour in the day, how would you spend it?

Probably taking a nice walk/hike outdoors. I enjoy breathing in the fresh air and just clearing my mind from the everyday stressors. 

How would you describe your perfect Sunday?

Going out with friends for brunch in the morning and then racing home to put on my sweats and relax.