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Austin, Texas, United States

•Create and design media and projects in support of UIL initiatives and events and assist with event duties•Create and design UIL media including state championship programs, event related materials and other administrative and marketing materials•Produce other forms of UIL media content, both print and digital, with great attention to detail•Consult with UIL staff on creative project needs and present concepts that meet the needs of the organization•Work collaboratively with other team members to manage and coordinate content for UIL social media channels•Screen and process UIL logo usage requests and ensure compliance with UIL brand guidelines•Assist with staff duties at UIL events, including photography•Develop and manage inventory of relevant materials, equipment, photos, graphics and design assets•Work collaboratively with UIL staff to promote positive coverage of UIL events and initiatives

Seguin, Texas

Internal and External Communication Generated ideas for communications/marketing strategies and developed related promotional plans, tactics, and materials that meet KPIs.Researched, wrote and edited articles, newstories, and other content based on strategic ideas generated. Designed, prepared, and edited district publications including newsletters, email memos, brochures, programs, and web content in order to meet the strategic goals and to promote positive public relations between all stakeholders.Created videos and content telling stories about the district, staff, and students. Created presentations for leadership, the school board, and community meetings to easily display complex data. Collaborated with and built close relationships with cross-functional teamsWrote speeches and scripted videos for leadership. Event planning, coordination, and execution with cross-functional teams. Photography and photo editing with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. Social Media and WebpageManaged social media for all school district accounts (up to 18 accounts at one time). Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, LinkedInConsistently updated webpages and redesigned webpages to function easier for guests to find information. Evaluated successes using anecdotal feedback, surveys, and Google Analytics. Media RelationsWrote press releases for local media as well as gave interviews and statements. Performed media training and social media best practices for leadership. District representative at city, county, and other local events and meetings. Created and performed Crisis communications plans Data AnalysisCreated questions and analyzed feedback from Employee engagement survey for +300 employees. Created presentation with interpretations of data and layman’s terms. Created and managed daily COVID Dashboard for entire District Ran reports and analyzed/organized large data sets for Federal grants and reporting

Pecos, Texas

The office serves as a liaison between the school district and news media through news releases, photography and video sources to reinforce the mission and goals of the Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD. The office supports the mission of the Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD and to assist students, faculty, and staff to reach out to the surrounding community.Among the responsibilities are:-Prepare news releases, calendar items, and other items of interest for the website and other internal and external audiences-Maintain and manage content for the school district website-Prepare official school district publications for print and the website-Maintain and manage photographic and video needs for the district, producing photographs and videos for uses in various media-Work with current and potential sponsors of the district's initiatives-Work with community businesses and individuals to raise awareness for student success and district strategic initiative-Designated liaison for local media and spokesperson for the district. Spoke on the radio and wrote articles for the newspaper regularly. Performed media training and social media best practices for administration. -Collaborated and built close relationships with many cross-functional internal teams.-Developed and coordinated branding, identity, and logo design for the District and campuses.-Experienced being a main member of a bond committee and creating bond materials for online and physical distribution. -Photography for events and photo editing with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom. -Created graphics using Adobe Illustrator, Canva, and other applications when appropriate.-Managed all social media for all school district accounts-Managed the district webpage and mediated the transition to a new webpage provider.

Pecos, Texas

The job of the HS Communications/College and Career Readiness Director is to plan and coordinate services of a College and Career Center to provide high school students with current information regarding vocational programs, post-secondary education and career opportunities and requirements in order to plan and prepare for a variety of careers.I was in charge of the accountability data and reporting for the college and career readiness of high school students as well as communicating with parents and community stakeholders and celebrating successes on social media. I created a newsletter for my department that went out to parents quarterly. I created electronic and physical promotional materials for the high school and CCR program. I was in charge of event planning for college and career events including career fairs, college visits, and creating end of the year Senior event “College and Career Signing Day”. Plans and coordinates speakers (community, business, military, two- and four-year college representatives) for presentations, workshops, participation in career fairs and college nights, parent information nights and other special promotional events. Organizes student visits to post-secondary institutions, career workshops and other appropriate field trips. Instructs students in applying for educational opportunities. Administering and interpreting career assessment tools (SAT, ACT, ASVAB, TSI) and provide advice to assist students in choosing between numerous educational and vocational opportunities after completion of high school.

Houston, Texas

Responsible for obtaining, recording, and interpreting human resources information, benefits, payroll, accident claims, timeclock issues, employee complaints, reference checks, background checks, and vender relationships. Website updates and management. Social media posting and upkeep. Quarterly Employee newsletter. Human Resources• Running motor vehicle reports (MVR), administer warning letters to employees with follow through to final status. Informing/providing reports to company insurance agency as needed. • Orientation of New Hires including benefits and 401k enrollment • Completed New Hire Paperwork and process in Paycom system. • Complete and Run all Background Checks and advise on all Drug Screen Results • Assist employees with benefits questions (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD/LTD etc.) Payroll• Conduct Payroll, Time & Attendance exceptions reconciliation, PTO tracking System Wide in Paycom.• Process pay Deduction Forms, quarterly mileage fringe, create custom reports for GM/IT/HRM, and address Payroll Questions. • Child Support and Wage Garnishment Reporting and assist employee questions • Assist Accounting department with invoice reconciliation of benefits billing and Paycom billing. As well as notifications of terminations to cancel credit cards and provide DCFSA update. • Administer 401k deferrals, loans, and address all actions needed by John Handcock. Insurance• Workers Compensation reporting to Travelers, provide internal updates, and maintaining documents in FleetMentor • Auto Accident Reporting to GEM, provide internal updates, and maintaining documents in FleetMentor Recruiting• Assist with Recruiting Department regarding applications and job requisitions • Sourcing resumes through Indeed.com and Craigslist. • Phone screening and interviewing applicants.

San Angelo, Texas

Project Management: Lead team members during the duration of a project to ensure timely completion of project deliverables. Coordinated with clients and C-level executives. Prepared and monitored budgets and timelines for each project. Developed monthly status reports for the Director. Data entry and data analysis. Prepared/delivered reports for clients as well as summarization of data and recommendations. Training: Designed and prepared training materials with team-based project collaboration. Conducted training evaluation with recommendations for improvement. Showed ROI by customer satisfaction and time not wasted on the job. Collaborated on performance management curriculum and facilitated seminars to 10+ regional nonprofit organizations.Human Resources: Examined employee and client files to answer inquiries and provide information. Handled employment application intake, conducted recruiting initiatives, and prepared job postings and advertisements. Addressed issues with employee relations and training needs.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Analyzing Data: Created a skills inventory designed to assess needs for various test development skills and tools. Data entry of feedback from every training performed. Compiled data and provided analysis to leadership. Training: Developed and conducted a Training Needs Assessment. Evaluated training effectiveness by tracking the use of activities and how well the facilitator followed the planned objectives.Learned and followed the ADDIE process. Human Resources: Prepared job postings and advertisements for department. Handled onboarding scheduling. Created onboarding process and documents. Created onboarding accountability documents and followed up with the appropriate person throughout the onboarding process. Worked on organizing, mainstreaming, and delivering the overall process implementation for the department.

Sherman, Texas

Helped the Assistant Managers with day to day operations. The general responsibilities are checking out customers, unloading freight once a week, putting out items on the sales floor, keeping the sales floor organized, arranging displays with the merchandise that the District Managers want to display. Experience in training new team members according to Tuesday Morning guidelines on general responsibilities for customer service, cashier duties, arranging new merchandise displays, and keeping shelves organized.

Van Alystne, Tx

• Human Resources: o Assisted with new-employee orientations; onboarding and benefits review. Assisted employees and supervisors with basic interpretation of HR policies and procedures. o Addressed issues with employee relations, training needs, as well as benefits and compensation. o Handled employment application intake, conducted recruiting initiatives, and prepared job postings and advertisements. Assisted the manager with HR projects.• Administrative Support: o Answered phones for the HR department. Performed data entry and personnel file maintenance. Examined employee files to answer inquiries and provide information for personnel actions. Dual Credit / College Facilitation• Coordinated college courses with Grayson College – monitoring grades and assignments• Assisted Principal with creating new college course offerings• Organized a College and Career Fair for High School • Created form to be used for 8th grade students in selecting endorsement pathways and courses• Conducted presentations for students and parents: How to write a college essay, Filling out the FAFSA, College Interviews, I Have Been Accepted, Now What?, and Scholarships

Sherman, Texas

• Administrative Support: Answered telephones to direct calls or provide information. Scheduled appointments. Recorded information from meetings. Distributed incoming mail. Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy. Created and delivered PO’s. Made travel, accommodations, or entertainment arrangements for guests. Searched files, databases or reference materials to obtain needed information.

Master Of Science (Ms), Industrial And Organizational Psychology, 4.0

Activities and Societies: President - Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)Completed Master's Thesis: Leadership Skills and Stress

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology, 3.54

Activities and Societies: Psi Chi, Kappa Gamma Chi Sorority, Tour Guide, Computer Science and Robotics Club, Psychology Club, Students.

Education record

Studied abroad for the Fall 2013 Semester. Took classes in Social Psychology, Urban Ecology, Photography, and Roman History; Past.