Mariann Wright Email & Phone Number

Kennett, Mo

Fall Into Arts is a three-day festival organized by KAFTA (Kennett Alliance for the Arts). Fall Into Arts brings local artists, live music, theatrical performances, and great food to Downtown Kennett, MO. The event is designed for all ages to enjoy with a variety of activities and scheduled entertainment. Fall Into Arts is an exciting, cultural event which highlights the local talent in the Missouri Bootheel. As Festival Coordinator for the 2013 Fall Into Arts, I was involved in all aspects of the event. I relied on my planning, leadership, and communication skills to pull off a very successful event. I had the opportunity to take sole ownership of all marketing and public relations for the festival. I was responsible for the design and maintenance of the organization's website and the organization of all vendors for the event. Working with Fall Into Arts was a great learning experience. I am proud to have been a part of Fall Into Arts and I'm excited to see the festival grow in the future. . My primary duties for KAFTA- Fall Into Arts included: • Organize all vendors and activities throughout the event• Design & maintain KAFTA's website, www.kafta.org • Promote the festival via Newspaper, Radio, TV, Social Media, & Online outlets• Design & produce all printed material • Lead KAFTA Board meetings

I am currently acting as an independent contractor. I have maintained my affiliation with CASA of Dunklin County and work with them as I am needed. I have also started to explore graphic design project and have created several logos and graphics for area businesses. I have continued to use my project management skills by working as an event coordinator and overseeing several community and private events. My time working as an Independent Contractor shows my dedication to and passion for design and project implementation while seeking a full-time job opportunity. The projects I have worked on included:• Create Design/Space Solutions • Design Company & Organization Logos • Develop Product Graphics for Sale• Architect Promotional Flyers and Materials• Manage Social Media Network• Oversee events as event coordinator• Maintain event budget and schedule

Kennett, Mo

Substitute teaching in the public school system has strengthen my abilities in leadership, creativity, and problem solving. Patience and adaptability and also very important qualities that have been cultivated while substitute teaching. I work with students of all ages, ranging from elementary to high school as well as vocational students.

Kansas City, Missouri Area

iD Tech offers weeklong day & overnight summer camps for aspiring programmers, app developers, video game designers, robotics engineers, 3D modelers & animators, filmmakers, photographers, and more. Courses are led by tech-savvy, adult-only staff in a fun, experiential environment. During the summers of 2014 and 2015, I served as the Director at the iD Gaming Academy in Poughkeepsie, NY (2014) and at the iD Tech Camp in Kansas City, MO (2015). As Camp Director, I was responsible for direct management of 32 students and 4 staff members. My primary responsibilities were to act as the direct contact for the University liaison, communicate with the families of participants, and represent the company by maintaining the company's standards and promoting the mission on iD Tech. I was my daily responsibility to motivate staff, plan activities, handle concerns, and display excellent customer service. The objective to camp was to foster a FUN environment in which students were able to learn new technology and think creatively. Each camp session also required me to use my organizational and event coordination skills by planning and executing an organized camper check-in and family event each week. The duties I held while working as Camp Director included:• Ensure a safe and well-run camp environment • Act as direct contact at camp location • Communicate with University personal• Ensure participant satisfaction and client retention• Promote and enhance the mission on iD Tech

Kennett, Mo 63857

During my time working at Jain Medical Center I have expanded my skills in customer relations and office logistics. Learning new software programs and the fundamentals of medical scheduling and billing attributes to my adaptability and willingness to learn new subjects. Corresponding with patients, medical professionals, and insurance companies has provided me with valuable communication skills. My time serving Jain Medical Center has included: • Interact directly with patients • Code daily charges and payments • Schedule appointments • File and perform general office duties

I have had the opportunity to increase my skills with a position with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Dunklin County. My experience with the CASA program demonstrates my capability of working in an always-changing, volunteer recruitment-based environment. This, along with previous work and volunteer experience, has provided me with a strong background in office logistics. I am a natural leader and take pride in my work. My ability to work well as part of a team was essential in my success throughout school and previous work and volunteer experience. My time serving CASA of Dunklin County has included:• Create graphic standard for all program material • Execute general office duties • Implement program events• Act as a spokesperson for the organization

I was given the opportunity to broaden my skill set as an intern at Walt Disney Imagineering in Orlando, Florida. I worked with a project management group where I helped create and implement design and event solutions on a very large scale. I worked on a variety of projects; and I had the chance to observe numerous aspects of project management, from the project conception to the project turnover and closeout documentation phases. I also worked directly with vendors and outside sources as the liaison for numerous projects. I learned the importance of good communication and of developing strong relationships with the company’s partners.Examples of the duties I preformed while at WDI include:• Create and compile multiple Final Project Reports • Manage contract directives • Spec and document Interior Finishes • Manage turnover and archiving of Project Deliverables • Middle management with contractors and vendors • Prepare meeting notes and presentations

While attending the University of Missouri- Kansas City I participated in the Campus Ambassador program. I was selected as one of thirty students to represent the university at campus events and in the Welcome Center. As a Campus Ambassador I was given the opportunity to participate in the following responsibilities:• Conduct campus tours• Execute university events • Manage Welcome Center

I worked as a volunteer to help initiate the Project HOPE program in Dunklin County Missouri. Project HOPE is a home repair program thats basic goal is to help the very low- and low-income homeowners bring their dwellings up to standard through much needed repairs. Project HOPE resulted in the renovation of 31 homes for very low- and low-income homeowners from 2003 to 2004.My contributions to the Project HOPE program included:• Recruit, organize, and evaluate volunteers • Create functional design solutions • Construct and implement design improvements

Masters, Interior Architecture And Product Design

Activities and Societies: Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Tau Sigma Delta Honor Society, American Institute of Architecture Students.

Environmental Design/Architecture

Activities and Societies: Campus Ambassador, Talent Scholar, Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society, American Institute of Architecture.

Interior Design/Fine Art

Activities and Societies: International Student Club "I feel so fortunate that I had the opportunity to spend a semester abroad. I spent.