ABBEY IRWIN
Self-employeed
7
years of professional experience
Mission-minded communications professional with experience managing church communications through social media, email marketing, print materials, and digital content. Supported by a background in theological education and cross-cultural ministry, I bring a thoughtful approach to storytelling, audience engagement, and communicating with diverse communities.
Work History
Communications Director
1 Year 2 Months- Oversee church communications, including weekly email newsletters, bulletins, website content, and printed materials.
- Manage internal and external communications to ensure consistent branding and messaging.
- Develop and implement social media strategies that increase engagement and strengthen the church's online presence.
- Create and manage content across multiple social media platforms while maintaining a consistent brand voice.
Private Nanny
4 Years- Coordinated schedules and daily logistics for multiple families, ensuring seamless operations and enhancing family satisfaction.
- Built trusted relationships through proactive communication, professionalism, and reliability, fostering a supportive environment.
- Adapted to diverse family environments, prioritizing safety and individualized care while effectively addressing unique challenges.
Interim Children's Minister
2 Months- Led the children's ministry during a six-week staff transition, ensuring continuity of weekly programming and operations.
- Developed engaging, age-appropriate lessons and coordinated children's worship services.
- Trained and encouraged volunteers in child safety procedures and teaching best practices.
- Collaborated with church staff and families to support ministry initiatives and special events.
Student Ambassador
9 Months- Led campus tours to showcase academics, student life, and campus resources, enhancing prospective student engagement.
- Assisted with admissions outreach by sending follow-up cards, making calls, and coordinating office communications to strengthen candidate connections.
- Represented the school at recruitment events, engaging prospective students and promoting enrollment initiatives.
Journeyman–Tokyo, Japan
2 Years 5 Months- Taught English to children, enhancing language skills through engaging Bible stories.
- Developed rapport with college students during mentoring sessions.
- Discipled a young Japanese believer, guiding spiritual growth and understanding.
Education
MA - Intercultural Studies
BS - Communications Sciences & Disorders
Associate’s Degree
Skills
Strategic Communications
Content Creation & Management
Social Media Management
Email Marketing (Mailchimp)
Visual Communication
Audience Analysis
Audience Engagement
Project Management
Business management tools
Meta Business Suite
Timeline
Interim Children's Minister
Woodland Baptist Church
06.2025 - 08.2025Read More
Communications Director
Woodland Baptist Church
06.2025 - CurrentRead More
Student Ambassador
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
08.2024 - 05.2025Read More
Private Nanny
Self-employeed
08.2022 - CurrentRead More
Journeyman–Tokyo, Japan
International Mission Board
05.2019 - 10.2021Read More
Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
MA from Intercultural Studies
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University of Mississippi
BS from Communications Sciences & Disorders
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Hinds Community College
Associate’s Degree
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