James McConchie

A positive, enthusiastic, and energetic individual with a wide range of skills and attributes across academic and social affairs. Currently focused on building mutually beneficial partnerships with other companies through various metrics. Excels in understanding both digital and OOH analytics and using them to provide options and implementations for future marketing campaigns to generate further success..Three years of studying Marketing and Communications at the University of Otago have built upon a strong foundation. Postgraduate study at Victoria University developed an interest in international business, with a focus on marketing and the impact of artificial intelligence and robotics on consumer-business interaction. Particularly interested in opportunities with globally established companies. With a solid understanding of communication's role in the evolving landscape of marketing, maintained interest in sports and socializing while honing time management skills at the University of Otago. Gained valuable insights into marketing and communication through work with Waka Kotahi on an advertising campaign. Collaborated closely with the marketing and communications team for the FIFA Women's World Cup in Wellington. Equipped to contribute to a company that values global market presence and embraces innovation in consumer-business dynamics.

• Graduated with a 6.8 GPA (out of 9) in my undergraduate degree at the University of Otago
• Completed postgraduate study in Marketing at Victoria University of Wellington
• Finished number 1 in my class for Environmental Sociology in the first semester 2021
• Golden Boot for scoring most goals at the National 2nd XI Football tournament (2019)
• Selected as member of the 2019 Willow’s Cricket Club team from Wellington
• Gained NCEA Level Two and three - and endorsed with Excellence in both
• U-17 Wellington Cricket (2018)
• Awarded Bronze Duke of Edinburgh
• Gained NCEA Level Three - and endorsed with Excellence

• I am a very active person who enjoys the outdoors, especially sport
• I have strengths in cricket and football, but also play social futsal and basketball
• I also enjoy spending time with my mates at the University of Otago
• I enjoy world events, history, geography, and politics
• I have an in-depth knowledge within all main sports globally

Confident, with good communication skills, Social with a network of friends and family, Lots of experience communicating with people, including adults and those with a wide range of ages, Currently developing my ability to understand digital marketing and OOH insights to enhance marketing campaigns. Excel in developing relationships with other businesses and potential partners for my team. Experience coaching sports teams and new activities, International experiences from travelling both with my family. Planning, organising and time management, as demonstrated by my involvement in a wide range of activities and I pay attention to detail, Strong level of verbal and written communication skills, Ability to communicate and ‘make my way’ in foreign countries,  Physically active, healthy and fit, Full level driver’s licence, Good knowledge of current events and interest in the world. 

Advanced Google Analytics Certification

Hubspot Digital Marketing Certification