Aida Tootoonchi

Designer

EXPERIENCES

Transcription and AI Research Specialist
Productive Playhouse (Glendale, CA)

December 2024 – Present

• Convert audio and video recordings into accurate written text while enhancing AI search algorithms and improving user interaction through refined transcription processes.
• Ensure adherence to client-specific conventions and standards, focusing on high-quality transcription, formatting, grammar, and punctuation.
• Review and proofread transcripts, resolve technical issues, and maintain confidentiality.
• Optimize workflows and improve transcription speed and accuracy from 120 words/hour to 185 words/hour, achieving a 54% increase.
• Foster a collaborative, results-driven environment that positively impacts the team and ensures deadlines are met, enhancing overall productivity.

Social Media Content Creator and Video Editor – Project Base
SEO by KT (Remote, Los Angeles, CA)

April 2024 – Present

• Create engaging videos and high-quality photos for social media platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
• Develop and post dynamic content, including stories and reels to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement.
• Conduct research on trending topics and audience preferences to inform content strategy.
• Monitor and respond to audience comments and direct messages, fostering community engagement and customer relations.
• Edit photos and videos to ensure professional quality, utilizing tools for enhancement and creative storytelling.
• Increased engagement by 20% through targeted content.

Social Media Admin – Part-time
Barbers Grocery Pro (North Hollywood, CA)

January 2024 – December 2024

• Create and update in-store promotion signs to highlight current offers and events.
• Manage Barbers Grocery Pro’s Instagram page, posting content and engaging with followers.
• Ensure consistent branding across all social media and in-store materials.
• Monitor Instagram interactions and respond to customer inquiries.

Floral Shop Content Creator
HK Flowers (Winnetka, CA)

November 2023 – January 2024

• Capture and edit high-quality photos of bouquets, vases, and other floral arrangements for social media and marketing materials.
• Create engaging videos and banners for social media and the website to showcase products.
• Designed and executed social media visuals, boosting brand engagement and increasing customer inquiries by 25%.
• Edit and enhance images to highlight unique floral designs and seasonal collections.

Product Designer
Cinnamed Company (Tehran, IR)

September 2021 – August 2023

• Design concepts, packaging, and graphics for pharmaceutical products.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure design alignment with marketing strategies.

Social Media Manager & Graphic Designer
Pishgam Negar Online Shop (Tehran, IR)

November 2020 – September 2021

• Manage social media accounts and design content to enhance brand visibility.
• Analyze engagement metrics to optimize content strategy.

Graphic Designer
Hourjin Art Gallery (Tehran, IR)

December 2019 – November 2020

• Design merchandise items such as postcards and gift bags.
• Coordinate with artists and vendors to ensure the production of high-quality products.

Graphic & Concept Designer – Project Hire
Lotus Advertisement Agency (Tehran, IR)

February 2019 – December 2019

• Developed posters and conceptual product designs as per client requirements. 
• Worked closely with clients to ensure design satisfaction and brand consistency.

Industrial Design Intern
Zarin Pyrex (Tehran, IR)

December 2018 – February 2019

• Assisted in the design of laboratory equipment. 
• Collaborated with senior designers to learn industry standards and practices. 

Graphic Design Intern
Karaj Municipality (Tehran, IR)

June 2013 – June 2015

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure design consistency and alignment with municipal guidelines.
• Gained hands-on experience in graphic, digital, and urban design, focusing on municipal branding and visual communication.
• Assisted in creating promotional materials, including posters, brochures, and banners for public events and community programs.
• Supported design efforts for urban planning projects, contributing to visual layouts and signage for public spaces.