Olivia Hubbard
A Bit About Me
Hi there! I’m a Strategic Communications Master’s graduate with a undergraduate degree in Global Health, both from the University of Iowa. I’m passionate about telling stories that connect with people, whether it’s through compelling narratives or thoughtful design. Sustainability is a cause close to my heart, and I love finding creative ways to weave this passion into my work. I'm currently looking for communication and marketing roles in the field of education, outreach, or sustainability. View my professional experiences below to see what I can bring to your team.
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Born and raised in Iowa City, I have a strong connection to my community but also a curiosity to explore beyond it. When I’m not working on a new project, you’ll find me curled up with my cat, Vandie, reading a good book, writing for fun, or out hiking and discovering new places. I’m always looking for the next adventure—whether it’s in nature or in my creative work.
Work Experience
October 2023 - Current
August 2017 - Current
May 2022 - August 2023
July 2021 - May 2022
June 2017 - May 2019
IIHR- Hydroscience and Engineering and the Iowa Flood Center - Communications Associate​
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​​Communications Associate​ (08/26—Present)
​​Research Communications and Outreach Assistant​ (10/23— 08/25)
Iowa City
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Managed and created social media content for IIHR and IFC channels, ensuring timely and consistent posting to engage diverse audiences
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Conducted interviews with researchers and students to produce feature stories and write-ups for IIHR's annual Currents Magazine and both IIHR and IFC websites, effectively showcasing research and innovation
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Designed and developed visual products, including posters and event graphics, for various hosted events to increase visibility and attendance
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Built and maintained the IIHR website and contributed to content updates for the IFC website using Drupal and SiteNow platforms, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information
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Led STEM outreach initiatives across Iowa, engaging with schools and community groups to promote science education and research, contributing to a broader public understanding of STEM fields
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Collaborated with internal and external partners to coordinate communication strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timely project execution
Nodo Northside - Line Cook
Iowa City
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Fostered an inclusive and positive work environment as a longstanding employee, contributing to team morale and ensuring customers felt welcomed and valued
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Provided exceptional customer service, proactively engaging with guests to ensure their needs were met, addressing concerns, and creating a positive dining experience
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics - Clinical Services Specialist for Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center
Iowa City
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Provided frontline operational support in a busy cancer clinic, ensuring smooth daily operations and a seamless patient experience
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Delivered exceptional customer service to both internal teams and external patients, addressing inquiries, concerns, and needs in a compassionate and efficient manner
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Collaborated with multiple departments to coordinate patient care, ensuring effective communication and satisfaction for both patients and the healthcare team
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Managed a high-volume appointment queue of over 1,000 patients, prioritizing scheduling and confirming appointments to optimize clinic flow and minimize wait times
American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge - Lodge Coordinator
Iowa City
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Oversaw daily operations at the Hope Lodge, ensuring efficient facility management and a welcoming environment for patients and visitors
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Delivered exceptional hospitality by providing compassionate support to patients and visitors, creating a comfortable, home-like atmosphere during their stay
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Coordinated donations and managed vendor relationships, ensuring timely and appropriate services and supplies for the lodge, and maintaining strong community partnerships
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Maintained and updated patient data in compliance with privacy standards, contributing to accurate statistical reporting and enhancing the lodge's operational efficiency
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics - Patient Escort
Iowa City
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Escorted patients to appointments with care, ensuring a timely transition to various departments while maintaining a friendly and supportive demeanor
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Interacted with a diverse group of patients and staff, adapting to dynamic hospital environments and providing assistance in high-pressure situations with professionalism and empathy
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Actively listened to patients' needs, offering comfort and reassurance while ensuring their needs were met during transport
Education
Masters of Arts: Strategic Communication
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
Expected in May 2025
Bachelor of Science: Global Health
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
May 2021
Internships
Community Healthcare Initiatives Haiti (CHI Haiti)— Internship
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Contributed to the development of training structures for community healthcare workers in Haiti, addressing resource limitations and ensuring the training program was practical and accessible.
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Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to research, design, and create informational health products tailored to the needs of CHI Haiti's community healthcare workers.
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Analyzed health data to design an effective and comprehensive training program that enhanced the skills and knowledge of community health workers, improving their ability to serve underserved populations.
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Researched, developed, and implemented educational materials for CHI staff, focusing on areas such as computer program use, social media and marketing, and pharmacy management to strengthen internal operations and outreach.
Water Citizen- Internship
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Collaborated with classmates to design and build the Water Innovation Nation(WIN) Celebration Virtual Summit, contributing to the seamless execution of the online event.
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Developed and managed summit content, including creating speaker pages, writing summaries of presentations, and adding speaker information to the virtual event platform.
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Ensured accessibility by captioning videos and optimizing content for a diverse audience, enhancing the user experience for virtual attendees.