Alisha tolbert
Columbus,OH
Summary
Digital Arts & Design student and experienced team leader with a background in creative communication, project coordination, youth services, and military aviation. Skilled in developing visual and written content, organizing projects, preparing professional materials, communicating with diverse audiences, and managing multiple priorities in fast paced environments. Brings strong attention to detail, critical thinking, collaboration, and a passion for using creative communication to positively impact people and communities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Direct Care Specialist
Youth For Christ
Columbus, OH
07.2025 - Current
- Lead and coordinate daily operations for a residential youth services team while maintaining a safe, professional, and supportive environment.
- Support staff development through training, coaching, communication, and collaborative problem solving.
- Developed written communications, announcements, schedules, training materials, and resources to enhance staff support.
- Coordinate projects, meetings, training activities, staff assignments, and operational initiatives across the residential program.
- Communicate with staff, leadership, families, and community partners while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
- Identified operational needs and recommended solutions to enhance communication, organization, workflow, and team effectiveness.
- Manage multiple priorities and respond effectively to changing needs in a fast-paced environment.
- Collected, organized, and maintained documentation to facilitate program operations and inform leadership decisions.
Aviation Maintenance Professional
United States Navy, USN
Lemoore, California
02.2015 - 10.2024
- Supported aircraft maintenance and operational readiness in high-pressure environments requiring precision, teamwork, and accountability.
- Coordinated with team members and leadership to achieve critical organizational objectives under tight deadlines.
- Prepared and maintained technical records, reports, and documentation according to strict military standards.
- Trained and supported personnel on safety procedures and operational processes, enhancing team compliance and operational readiness.
- Analyzed issues, identified solutions, and conveyed information effectively across multiple leadership levels to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Developed strong leadership, adaptability, communication, organization, and decision-making skills throughout 10 years of military service
Aircraft Mechanic
Northrop Grumman
Lemoore, California
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Executed aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Applied critical thinking and systematic problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve technical issues.
- Managed multiple operational priorities while ensuring accuracy and detail in all maintenance activities.
- Analyzed technical information and recorded data accurately to meet organizational and federal requirements.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to complete projects safely, accurately, and within established timelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Hayes High School
Columbus, OH06-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Digital Arts And Design Program
Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL08-2026
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Project management
- Technical writing
- Crisis intervention
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Crisis intervention
Timeline
Youth Direct Care Specialist
Youth For Christ
07.2025 - Current
Aircraft Mechanic
Northrop Grumman
11.2023 - 05.2024
Aviation Maintenance Professional
United States Navy, USN
02.2015 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
Fort Hayes High School
Some College (No Degree) - Digital Arts And Design Program
Full Sail University