JAMIE'S PORTFOLIO

JAMIE BURKE LEARA

ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Jamie Leara, a marketing professional with a background in brand marketing, management, social media, and design.

After graduating from Auburn University with a degree in Marketing and a minor in Graphic Design, I spent three and a half years with LAH Sotheby's International Realty, where I began my career as a Marketing Associate and was quickly promoted to Marketing Manager. In 2023, I was honored to be recognized as Employee of the Year for my contributions to the company’s growth, marketing initiatives, and team development.

In my role, I led marketing initiatives for both the company and its agents, managing everything from branding and social media strategy to events, digital campaigns, print collateral, and creative direction. As the department grew, I built and managed a small marketing team, helping establish scalable systems and elevated brand standards across the company. I loved collaborating closely with agents to grow their businesses through thoughtful, personalized marketing while also contributing to the broader corporate brand presence.

My background blends strategy with creativity, allowing me to approach marketing from both a big-picture and detail-oriented perspective. I’m especially passionate about branding, visual storytelling, social media, and creating marketing that feels both elevated and authentic.

This portfolio is a collection of work that reflects my experience, creativity, and passion for design-driven marketing. I’m currently looking for new opportunities and would love to connect.

PROJECTS

COLLEGE PROJECTS

WEBSITE DESIGN

At the start of my term as Marketing Director for the Alpha Beta Chapter of Chi Omega, I identified that our existing website no longer reflected the chapter’s brand or standards. I transitioned the domain to a more user-friendly platform and led a full redesign and rebranding process to create a more cohesive and accessible digital presence. The updated site was built with long-term usability in mind, making it easier for future marketing directors to manage and maintain. The final result was well received by chapter members, alumni, and Chi Omega National leadership.

VIDEO PORTFOLIO PROJECT

For my photography class final project, I created a video highlighting a personal challenge I overcame: completing my Graphic Design minor online during the height of COVID-19. With limited access to on-campus resources, the experience required adaptability and persistence in a difficult learning environment. Through this project, I aimed to emphasize themes of resilience, education, and perseverance during an unprecedented time, while sharing a perspective that reflected both the challenges and growth of that experience.