Hi, I’m
Abby Johnson
Graduate Assistant
Waco,TX
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong affinity for detail, excellent language skills, a keen understanding of translation tools and services, and a passion for linguistics, language, and culture. Possessing a proven track record of exceptional performance where handling multiple priorities with precision and efficiency, effectively driving projects to completion. An effective communicator and exceptional team player who prioritizes cooperation and collaboration. Confident and capable of managing a wide range of complex projects with care and precision.
Overview
2
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Center For Global Engagement: Baylor University
Graduate Apprentice
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted in executing assigned university initiatives and programs.
- Created engaging content to post on social media platforms, newsletters and departmental website.
- Assisted in presenting topics of student engagement in weekly staff meetings.
- Assisted with development and implementation of programs to enhance the learning outcomes of our international student population.
- Led monthly meetings to discuss upcoming events and learning outcomes for our international students with our group of student ambassadors.
Finaciti
Linguistic Advisor- Freelancer
12.2022 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Planned, developed, and implemented strategies to convey information to key decision-makers.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread translated documents for accuracy.
- Developed strategies to perform accurate and consistent translations.
- Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
- Monitored progress of translation projects and reported issues to appropriate personnel.
Baylor University Undergraduate Admissions
Auditor of Documents- Student Worker
08.2021 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Baylor UniversityWaco, TX
Bachelor of Arts from Linguistics
08.2018 - 05.2022
University Overview
- President's Gold Scholarship Recipient
- Relevant Coursework: Creative Writing & Semantics and Pragmatics & Psycholinguistics
- Linguistics Club: Member 2018-2022; Social Media Chair 2020-2022; President 2021-2022
- Research Project: Music Increases Retention of New Vocabulary for Learning a Foreign Language: A Spotlight on Russian
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient in Canva
- Data Inputting
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Intercultural competence
- Attention to detail
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Russian
Elementary
Research
- Finding joy in learning new subjects
- Researching topics that I enjoy: linguistics, language learning, and traveling
- Maintains a diverse and considerable database of facts and knowledge tidbits
Timeline
Graduate Apprentice
Center For Global Engagement: Baylor University
08.2023 - Current
Linguistic Advisor- Freelancer
Finaciti
12.2022 - 07.2023
Auditor of Documents- Student Worker
Baylor University Undergraduate Admissions
08.2021 - 05.2022
Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts from Linguistics
08.2018 - 05.2022
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