Allison Newman
Flint,MI
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Flint & Genesee Group, excelling in grant management and strategic thinking. Demonstrated ability to enhance grant lifecycle processes, ensuring compliance and maximizing funding opportunities. Skilled in managing grant preparation, development, and submission, with a strong aptitude for teamwork and collaboration. Top-notch written and verbal communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grants Specialist
Flint & Genesee Group
11.2020 - Current
- Managed complete grant lifecycle from preparation through final close-out.
- Identified funding sources to meet needs.
- Managed post-award services and oversaw local, state, and federal grant awards for compliance with grant-specific requirements.
- Provided guidance and support to internal teams on grant compliance, reporting, and project implementation.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to align grant activities with organizational priorities and strategic initiatives.
News Producer
WILX News 10
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Managed news production with organized mindset, presenting cohesive sequences to audiences.
- Coordinated work and supported anchors, videographers and engineering staff, producing 1.5 hours of daily content.
- Reviewed and edited colleagues' scripts for improved flow and voice.
- Operated as a stand in Executive Producer and Assignment Desk Editor.
Production Studio Crew
WJRT ABC 12
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Responsible for graphics creation, audio consistency, and robotic camera control for daily newscast.
- Assisted producers in content creation.
- Maintained consistent newscast creation even during breaking news through ability to problem solve.
Office Manager
JL Photo Inc
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Oversaw employee scheduling.
- Managed image creation and editing.
- Managed packaging of printed materials and shipments to clients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI04.2016
Skills
- Grant Writing Expertise
- Grants Management
- Editing and Proofreading
- Funds disbursement understanding
- Contract Creation and Oversight
- Data Analysis
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Strategic Thinking
- Goal Setting
Certification
- Certified Tourism Ambassador
Timeline
Grants Specialist
Flint & Genesee Group
11.2020 - Current
News Producer
WILX News 10
05.2018 - 08.2020
Production Studio Crew
WJRT ABC 12
08.2017 - 05.2018
Office Manager
JL Photo Inc
08.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts -
Grand Valley State University
- Certified Tourism Ambassador
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