Aimee Matsumura Mcaffee Email & Phone Number

Eugene, Or, Us

Eugene, Oregon, United States

Eugene, Oregon, United States

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

Award-winning communicator Aimee McAffee serves as CEO and co-founder of Most Media as well as head content writer, editor and brand strategist. With over 25 years of experience working with PR firms and advocacy organizations, she consistently reinforces the value of relationships. Her organized and detail-oriented nature ensures that we accurately share our client stories, building trust with every new exchange. When she’s not constructing narratives, Aimee enjoys studying visual media and being inspired by science fiction. In her off-hours, Aimee adventures at the latest culinary hot spots. Her passion for all things fine dining led to a regular column with the Las Vegas Food & Beverage Professional.

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Henderson, Nevada, United States

Artist and student engagement, connecting the arts to enhanced creativity and capacity. Create and manage virtual galleries and develop for use as presentation tools for campus and community outreach. Assist with art curation, with focus on campus aesthetics. Help with grant applications and reporting, contract management and execution. Coordinate with students, staff, faculty and staff to raise awareness in arts programming and opportunities. Assist with social media content and messaging development, build audiences.

Las Vegas, Nv

Worked with State Director to resolve HR-related problems, improve operations and provide exceptional student outreach on campuses across Southern Nevada.Coordinated campus outreach to educate and inform students about the upcoming 2016 election, voting information, and campus poll locations. Appointed team lead to on-campus voting challenge, earning over 100 voter registration forms in one day at the CSN West Charleston campus by utilizing my pre-existing relationships and knowledge of the students and faculty.

Las Vegas, Nv

Oversaw companywide accounting and reporting functions. Completed biweekly payroll processes for the entire corporation. Managed Accounts Payable/Receivable and expense control procedures.Managed human resources, payroll and workers’ compensation for small business. Directed all aspects of banking, including reconciliation and deposits. Organized records with all financial transactions using QuickBooks. Analyzed accounts and resolve errors and omissions. Created a filing system to organize client files, employee wages, and personnel information. Negotiated and enforced collections to recover funds and expedite the clearance of delinquent accounts.

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

Helped Bob Coffin win by 56.4% in a six-person primary election, avoiding a general election campaign. By day, canvassed the neighborhoods of Las Vegas Ward 3, educating voters about Bob Coffin. Led nightly GOTV phone banks of 10+ callers. Managed the 10+ team of paid and volunteer field canvassers Bob Coffin, longtime state legislator, opted to run for the Las Vegas City Council, facing five opponents and sought field support in his campaign.

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

Raised awareness via email and social media networks for awards for the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO).Established mailing lists for nominees and drafted content for email notifications. Sent correspondence to prospective banquet attendees, nominated individuals, and award winners.Selected and ordered NAWBO award statuettes and program books.Liaised with marketing and PR colleagues to promote special events in social calendars.

Henderson, Nv

Outreach to local senior communities to educate about health issues and build relationships for clients.Utilized communication and skillset developed through student organizing to connect with leaders in the senior centers, coordinating future outreach opportunities.Implemented marketing strategies, measuring success through signature cards supporting healthcare initiatives.Responsible for developing, editing, and publishing written content. In addition, I created and coordinated outreach events.Assisted with clients’ social media, creative, and messaging; contributed to their diverse marketing initiatives and strategies.Developed team communications and information for weekly leadership team meetings.

Henderson, Nv

Prepared and disseminated press releases and information to the mediaBuilt, maintained and marketed social media networksExecuted public relations and advertising campaigns, utilizing pre-existing contacts and relationship-building skills gained from serving as president of ASCSNAssisted with special events, taping, editing and producing short videosTrafficked advertisements to media outletsDeveloped and maintained media databasesMonitored media for client and industry coveragePerformed administrative tasks Represented clients and the agency at networking eventsReviewed account data and activity to devise financial estimation reports and adjustments.

Las Vegas, Nv

Submitted voter protection issues directly to President Obama's political campaignCoordinated volunteers and rides to the polls for early vote and on Election DayDeveloped and promoted fundraising mechanismsWorked with Clark County Democratic Party (CCDP) Executive Board to keep website updatedDeveloped and assisted with specific events to promote, highlight & thank contributors, including CCDP sponsored mixers and roundtable eventsDeveloped and maintained a database of Clark County Central Committee members and voter recordsScheduled meetings, contacted & followed up with Executive Board members, candidates, elected officialsCoordinated the production of CCDP materials, including assisting with rebranding and developing fundraising mechanismsMaintained a database of Clark County Central Committee membersMonitored and communicated with other Democratic organizations throughout the stateAssisted and worked with CCDP Executive BoardProvided staff support for CCDP, Nevada State Democratic Party and Washoe County DemocratsPerformed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, delivering mail, sorting mail, office organization and bookkeeping.Supported legislative, congressional, federal senate and presidential campaigns.

Nevada

Elected unanimously as chairwoman by all the student body presidents in Nevada; first woman to serve in this roleChaired statewide association of student governments, representing 115,000 studentsServed as official elected student representative to the Nevada Legislature, Government and Nevada Board of RegentsCoordinated monthly statewide videoconference meetings with Chancellor of Nevada System of Higher Education and student representativesExpanded social media presence by setting up and organizing design of NSA website, NSA Facebook page and NSA Twitter pageOrganized letter writing campaigns about tuition increase allocations, both internally at individual campusesPublished Letters to the Editor to illustrate importance of grants to access to higher education in Las Vegas Sun and Las Vegas Review-Journal newspapers (Jun 29, 2011)Featured guest on NPR’s Ideas in the Air (Jul 3, 2011)Participated in television discussion on tuition increases with ASCSN Secretary (Face to Face with John Ralston, Dec. 14, 2011)Lobbied Board of Regents and organized other student representatives to share their campus perspectives through testimony (Dec. 29, 2011)Lobbied Chair of Board of Regents to schedule special meeting to discuss student feedback into tuition increase plans (Jan. 20, 2012)Featured as Seven Magazine's "Most Intriguing People" as "The Activist" (Jan. 26-Feb. 2012)Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid described on the Senate floor in Washington D.C. with regard to keeping student loan interest rates low (May 8, 2012)Participated in numerous television, radio, and newspaper interviews

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

Surpassed support goals by 250 percent, measured by gathering supporter cards. By the end of the six-month campaign, my team gathered over 10,000 supporter cards, primarily through on-campus outreach at CSN West Charleston.Coordinated outreach and community events to establish and educate southern Nevada community about importance of smoke-free indoor environments.Lobbied ASCSN student government and received unanimous support from the representatives of the 40,000+ CSN students. Ongoing meetings with Henderson City Council representatives Gerri Schroder, Sam Bateman and Mayor Andy Hafen to promote Smoke-Free Henderson efforts.Worked alongside the Southern Nevada Health District, the American Heart Association, the Centers for Disease Control and other community partners.

Las Vegas, Nv

Won election by utilizing on-campus relationships, building a campaign team of over 100 student volunteers to cover all CSN campuses simultaneously, resulting in a landslide victory of 64 percent in a three-person raceMaintained signature authority for spending authorizations (>$350,000 budget)Presided over student government meetings and Executive BoardRepresented 44,000 students’ nonpartisan perspective to the College of Southern Nevada administration, Nevada Board of Regents, Faculty Senate, statewide student leaders & Nevada System of Higher EducationMember of the CSN Budget Committee, Technology Committee, Green Committee, Funding Proposals, Health & Wellness, Planning & Awards and Outreach CommitteesASCSN student representative to the Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher EducationDeveloped and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term student objectives, providing ASCSN with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.Established, maintained and operated ASCSN's web presence, developing original text and image content for student website and designing HTML and email promotions.Built up social media channels to increase outreach to students

Las Vegas, Nv

Industry-specific honors society for communication students whose goals include:Reward outstanding scholastic achievement Promote professional development among communication majorsProvide an opportunity to discuss and exchange ideas in the field of communicationEstablish and maintain closer relationships and mutual understanding between communication faculty and students.Increased organizational outreach and growth through effective collaboration with communication faculty and Phi Theta Kappa, the national honors society for two-year institutions.

Las Vegas, Nv

Started a coalition of student organizations and student governments to organize and coordinate rally of all Nevada schools in Carson City in Spring 2011 (the largest rally in Carson City history).Developed media relations, messaging, and lobbying efforts.Built working relationships with elected officials at all levels of government.Testified before several legislative hearings during session, special session and interim committees concerning funding of education and other matters related to students and college campuses.

Las Vegas, Nv

Supported campaign in field organizing, volunteer training and coordination, event planning and executionRecruited volunteer canvassers for door-to-door walks and manning phone banks.Led field canvassing team, educating constituents on candidate qualifications.Streamlined operations, eliminating waste and reducing unnecessary expenses.Developed and deepened partnerships with community organizations to enhance success by eliminating duplication.Collaborated with community organizations to boost outreach and highlight programs successes.Coordinated schedules and assignments for volunteer staff, maximizing team efficiency and effectiveness.

Las Vegas, Nv

Determined target voters and field plan for canvassing and phone banking for Clark County Commission and legislative campaigns.Recruited, trained and managed over 100 campaign volunteers and staff members.Attended multiple political events and spoke publicly about candidate.Tracked and analyzed campaign performance.Performed tasks to gain voter contacts, including making phone calls, door-to-door visits and yard sign placements.Gathered and analyzed data for studies and reports and made recommendations based on findings.

Las Vegas, Nv

Maintained billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, petty cash reconciliation, insurance coordination, workers' compensation claims & collections.Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members.Delivered expert administrative support to internal staff and management by efficiently handling wide ranges of routine and special requirements.Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports to keep C-level leadership team informed about Las Vegas office operations.Worked with major engineering firms and governmental entities to ensure compliance with requirements.Served as Human Resources manager for Las Vegas office.Applied advanced administrative and analytical skills in overseeing day-to-day operational activities.Monitored and tracked performance of employees, identifying and targeting areas in need of improvement and further training.Assisted upper management by coordinating travel plans, coordinating special event and taking meeting minutes.Kept detailed records of supplies and field surveying equipment to effectively budget and make orders for new supplies.Maintained a fleet of over 25 trucks statewide, coordinating upkeep and needed repairs.Managed budgets, appointment scheduling, employee and event itineraries and accounts to improve productivity initiatives.Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations.Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, record keeping and other administrative functions.Aligned office departments and increased interdepartment communication and data sharing by implementing new workflows.Enhanced collaboration between team members by preparing meeting materials and taking clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.

San Jose, California

Maintained general ledger, A/R, A/P, payroll, forecasting, budgeting and periodic P&L ledgers, operating ledgers, balance sheets and balance sheet ledgers.Handled all incoming business and client requests for information.Served as Human Resources manager for over 100 employees, union, non-union and seasonal workers.Completed bi-weekly payroll for over 100 employees, coordinating with other Centerplate sites across Northern California to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws.Provided client, Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, with regular detailed financial reports.Coordinated regularly with leadership teams at corporate office, regional and area controllers.Increased team productivity by reorganizing office supplies and protocols.Served as purchasing manager, developing working relationship with vendors and improving relationships to maximize profit margins.Oversaw office inventory activities, including ordering and requisitions, stocking and shipment receiving.Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications. Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and record keeping.Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall effectiveness of personnel and activities.Tracked and recorded team expenses and reconciled accounts to maintain accurate, current and compliant financial records.

San Jose, Ca

Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, delivering mail, sorting mail, office cleaning and bookkeeping.Established filing system to maximize efficiency and increase productivity.Created invoices for clients, followed up on receipt and ensured payments in a timely manner.Coordinated with senior management, sales team and clients to ensure billings performed on a daily basis to increase cash flow.Update data entry of client information.Negotiate and enforce collections to recover funds and expedite the clearance on delinquent accounts.Contacted clients with past due accounts to formulate payment plans and discuss restructuring options.Managed efficient cash flow reporting, posted cash receipts and analyzed chargebacks, independently addressing and resolving issues.Performed targeted collections on past due accounts aged over 30 days.Compiled and analyzed data for review by senior management of loan loss reports to measure portfolio performance.Prevented impending loss and increased profitability by enforcing scheduled collection campaigns, consistently achieving targeted recovery rate.Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance.

San Jose, Ca

Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified entity to respond to callers' needs.Provided administrative support to over 50 company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.Assisted legal secretaries, attorneys and bookkeeper.Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.Oversaw inventory activities, including materials monitoring, ordering or requisition and supply stocking or re-stocking.Monitored and screened visitors to verify accessibility to inter-office personnel.Assisted internal staff with clerical and administrative needs to maximize efficiency and team productivity.Liaised with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to ensure proper processing of orders in alignment with needs and specifications of management.Answered inquiries and resolved or escalated issues to management personnel to ensure client satisfaction.Received and routed business correspondence to correct departments and staff members.Managed office inventory by restocking supplies and placing purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.Prepared packages for shipment, pickup and courier services for prompt delivery to customers.Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes to maintain security.

Master Of Arts - Ma, Communication And Media Studies, 3.96

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Communication And Media Studies, 4.0

Activities and Societies: Founder and President, Intersectionality Alliance Invited Member, Phi Beta Kappa Honors Society Invited Member.

Associate Of Arts, Communication, 3.96

Activities and Societies: National Honors Society, Phi Theta Kappa National Honors Society for Communication/Journalism Majors, Sigma Chi.

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Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Communication And Media Studies

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