PR/Marketing Portfolio of Demi Vitkute 

Journalists play a vital role for PR and marketing professionals, a fact I deeply understand from my extensive career in journalism. Over the years, I have been approached by numerous brands seeking my expertise, ranging from securing earned media placements to crafting compelling brand narratives and boosting social media presence. Drawing from my experiences as a journalist, I possess unique insights into what captures press attention and what makes an ingenious marketing strategy. 

Clients have described me as a 'copywriting whizz' and a 'visionary.' My proficiency lies in crafting impactful written content, but I also excel in developing comprehensive strategies for marketing and PR campaigns. I enjoy creating not just individual pieces but holistic, big-picture plans to elevate your brand's presence. Whether it's enhancing your media visibility or refining your marketing approach, I am dedicated to delivering results that leave a lasting impact.

Highlights:  

Most recently, I worked as a Media Manager & Producer at a creative marketing agency Hey Awesome Girl. There, I spearheaded and managed media, content, marketing, and social strategies for the portfolio of clients and internally. I executed communication campaigns within traditional outlets and the digital landscape, improving engagement and conversion rates for each project or business.

  • At Hey Awesome Girl, I produced and launched the talk show, Hey Awesome Girl with Tivi Jones, with episodes highlighting women entrepreneurs. You can see my articles based on each episode here https://demivitkute.journoport...
  • For the client, productions.com, I rebranded the company’s blog. Every week, I wrote an in-depth analysis of entertainment news. You can see the articles here https://demivitkute.journoport...
  • I developed essential communication campaigns for the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services to help close the vaccine equity gap in North Carolina. You can see the sample campaigns further down this page. 

Gemonay (April 2020 – Sept. 2021) is a lab-grown diamonds company. I helped launch it from the ground up and position it in the market as a serious competitor. Developed the brand story and social mission. Wrote the copy for the entire website, products, and social media. Led content and social strategies. Managed influencer relationships, including contract negotiations, landing Mary Fitzgerald from Selling Sunset, Lindsay Hubbard from Summer House/Bravo TV, Tamica from Southern Charm NOLA, model Mimi Tao, among others as brand ambassadors. Gemonay has now become a serious competitor in the lab-grown diamonds market even though they’re a newcomer. You can find the social media campaigns with the brand ambassadors further down this page. 

PROJECTISR (Oct. 2019 - March 2020) is an Asian streetwear fashion brand. I created their brand story based on many interviews with the founders, wrote press releases, and did media outreach. I used my fashion contacts and also found 100 fashion influencers to run a social media campaign, which increased their Instagram following from 1k to 10k in 2 weeks. The goal was to bring the brand into the New York fashion market. With the newfound brand awareness, they’re preparing to show at New York Fashion Week soon.

Luna Sundara (May 2019 - Present) is a sustainable company based in New York, led by a Peruvian woman, who employs multiple communities of artisans in Peru. They’re best known for their Palo Santo incense. I wrote their brand story, helped them with content and social strategy, and text creation, and led one of their first media outreach campaigns that accelerated their brand awareness, growing their Instagram following. The company has been featured in some major news outlets.

Earned Media Placements 

Raleigh Magazine - Hey Awesome Girl—CEO Chats Her Talk Show & Female Empowerment

Girl talk gets a whole new meaning with this creative agency’s newly launched talk show, Hey Awesome Girl With Tivi Jones. Who run the world? Girls. And local Tivi Jones—founder and CEO of premier creativity agency Hey Awesome Girl and newly launched talk show Hey Awesome Girl With Tivi Jones—is on a mission to empower and lift up every female, especially women of color, in digital entrepreneurship, while also bridging the gap in racial and gender wealth disparity. On her show, she chats “amaz
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People en Español - Embrace Your Inner Boss With These 5 Podcasts by Female Entrepreneurs

Embrace your inner power with the best advice from women who have walked the walk, talked the talk and paved the way for others to grow their businesses and have a seat at the table.
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Rolling Stone Magazine - Hey Awesome Girl Tivi Jones

Communications professional with consumer product, nonprofit, media and B2B experience looking to enhance the growth of a company via strategic communications, brand management, and community management strategies. Core competencies: • Business-minded focus on efficient work that moves the needle. • Extensive brand management and communications experience. • Solid audience development, analytics, and inbound marketing background. • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communicator. • Stra
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BuzzFeed News - Lithuanian FM: Holding The World Cup In Russia Is A "Stupid Idea"

As soccer fans across the globe gear up for the World Cup’s opening next month, Lithuania’s foreign minister still thinks holding the event in Russia is a “stupid idea.” “Many stupid ideas are happening ... for instance, another stupid idea is holding football cup final in Russia,” Foreign Minister Linas Linkevičius told BuzzFeed News during an interview last week. “It’s totally stupid because they will make big fuss.” “They will again be a center of gravity,” Linkevičius said. The last time R
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Amazon News - Celebrate Hispanic-owned small businesses in Amazon’s store

During Hispanic Heritage Month—and all year long—we honor the continued success of millions of Hispanic small businesses and the rich heritage of artisans who sell in our stores. Through our celebratory theme, Cultúra, we are spotlighting individuals (tú) who help move the culture forward, because without tú there is no cultúra. More than half of all products in our store are sold by independent selling partners, most of which are small and medium-sized businesses. This includes the Hispanic-own
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NYLON - How To Use Palo Santo For Energy Cleansing

Using spiritual tools for energy cleansing is not a new practice, but it has gained exponential popularity in recent years. This is unsurprising, given the continual stream of bad vibes after bad vibes these days. Clearing energy with sacred smoke is a way to reset and release negativity within your home, yourself, or in objects like crystals or other ritual objects. At pretty much any metaphysical shop you could come across, you’ll find a similar selection of herbs and botanicals available for
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INFLUENCER CAMPAIGNS 

Gemonay - Mary Fitzgerald from Selling Sunset is Our New Brand Partner!

Gemonay shared a post on Instagram: "The secret is out! We are happy to announce that amazing @themaryfitzgerald is our new #gemonaypartner ! Don’t miss out on her 10% off code MARY10 on our website valid for 72 hrs only! . Omg, you all have been asking me so many questions about my new ring! It’s a stunner, isn’t it? This ring is from an amazing new company that I discovered @gemonay_jewelry They design and handcraft lab-grown, ethical, and environmentally conscious jewelry. I choose
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Mary Fitzgerald : "I wear my jewelry proudly as #Gemonay only uses lab grown diamonds"

Gemonay shared a post on Instagram: "I wear my jewelry proudly as #Gemonay only uses lab grown diamonds in their jewelry - zero guilt and pure bliss. Gemonay’s lab grown diamonds are ethically sourced and have same exact properties as mined diamonds. Check out their current sale (they give away lab grown diamond studs with every purchase of over $1500)! @themaryfitzgerald #gemonaypartner #gemonayjewelry #labgrowndiamonds #labgeowndiamond Swipe up to the website Link: https://bit.ly/gemo
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Mary Fitzgerald wears Gemonay Diamond Hoop Earrings

Gemonay shared a post on Instagram: "@themaryfitzgerald Mary is looking absolutely gorgeous (and in love 🥰) in our Lab grown diamonds hoop earrings. These stunning 4.34ct lab grown diamond hoop earrings sparkle inside out. Click on the pic to see the earrings ❤️ . . . . . #gemonayjewelry #labgrowndiamonds #labgrowndiamonds #diamondearring #diamondearrings #beautifulearrings #weddingjewelry #labgrown #manmade #dreamring #bridaljewellery #bridaljewelry #earringsofinstagram #earringsoftheday
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Mary Fitzgerald: Gemonay Black Friday Sale!

Gemonay shared a post on Instagram: "Looking for a special gift for the holidays? @themaryfitzgerald has some good ideas 😍 . . . . #gemonayjewelry #holidayseason #christmas #blackfriday #cybermonday #labgrown #labgrowndiamond #labgrowndiamonds". Follow their account to see 281 posts.
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Supermodel Mimi Tao: New Gemonay Partner

Gemonay shared a post on Instagram: "You see the green box 🎁 your heart begins to race 🤗 and the anticipation bubbles over! Slowly you lift up the lid and pull out the small drawer; What a surprise, there is a small box! All the excitement is heightened as you lift open the small box to reveal the most stunning ring 💍 Look at this fun unboxing by @mimi_tao You deserve your own unboxing! Visit our website and make it yours ❤️ . . . . . . #gemonayJewelry #Gemonaydiamonds #labgrowndiamonds #l
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Lindsay Hubbard from Summer House Bravo TV: New Gemonay Partner!

Gemonay shared a post on Instagram: ""Re-living your messy mistakes on tv isn't always easy but wearing diamonds while doing it is certainly helpful! This is not an ad, it’s just a company I fell in love with because they are lab-grown diamonds (which means no one was harmed in a mine...and they're more affordable)” @lindshubbs ❤ Lindsey's first purchase was our tennis bracelet for her birthday in August. Now we at Gemonay have helped complete her hand with a few beautiful stackable diamonds💍💍
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Lindsay Hubbard: Holiday Season at Gemonay

Gemonay shared a post on Instagram: "We’re all about giving presents this holiday season 🎁❤️ See what @lindshubbs wrote about Gemonay. Doesn’t she look stunning! 😍 Not sure what's the perfect gift? call us at (888)-436-6629 any time Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm CST, and we'll be happy to help! . . . . . #gemonayjewelry #gemology #nydiamonds #labgrowndiamonds #labgrowndiamond #manmadediamond #labgrown #engagementring #presentsforher #couplegoals #engagementring #diamondring #whiteg
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PR CAMPAIGNS 

Content

Finally, you can see the blog posts and articles I've written for the following brands here.

Hey Awesome Girl: https://demivitkute.journoport... 

Productions.com: https://demivitkute.journoport... 

Gemonay... find PDF below. 

If you'd like to see more of my work or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to me at dv2375@columbia.edu