AVERY MORRISON
Madison
Summary
Quality-driven writer with superior attention to detail and ability to meet stringent deadlines. Highly skilled and concise editor with an especially discerning eye for typographical and stylistic errors. Well-versed with AP style guide.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Epic Systems
01.2025 - Current
- Proofread and edited internal education resources
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety
- Managed projects from procurement to commission
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management
Project Assistant
University of Wisconsin-Madison
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Proofread, organized, and maintained project documents and records
- Ensured that all deadlines were met through regular appointments with supervisor of the project
- Monitored performance of project team members to provide performance feedback
Teaching Assistant
University of Wisconsin-Madison
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Proofread class materials for staff and student meetings
- Worked on a team of five teaching assistants to oversee curriculum development and lesson plan creation for approximately two hundred students, targeted at maximizing learning for students at various levels, while working collaboratively with multiple supervisors
- Created and administered assessments as a team; evaluated progress of learners and provided individualized feedback against established metrics
- Managed classes to ensure all students were learning in a safe and productive environment that also informs core values aligned with organization
- Responsible for creating learning materials and presentations in a variety of formats, focused on accomplishing educational goals while respecting the needs and various learning styles of students
- Worked closely with faculty member to prepare lectures for each week
- Managed additional related events in support of the organization to drive student engagement, provide additional education opportunities and foster a culture in alignment with the organization's vision
- Delivered lectures to classroom sizes ranging from 20-80 students, with self-made presentation and lecture materials when requested
Peer Language Tutor
Truman State University Department of Classical and Modern Languages
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback on their performance
- Maintained records of student attendance and grades using an online system
- Integrated technology into lessons such as interactive whiteboards or iPads
- Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks
Cultural Integration Leader
Truman State University Center for International Students
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Helped facilitate new international student orientation for Fall and Spring terms, planned events, group projects, and individual feedback meetings
- Assisted new international students in adjusting to student life on campus via individual feedback sessions
- Kept confidential weekly records of meetings with students
- Conducted regular meetings with department directors to discuss student progress, identify challenges, and develop solutions
Education
M.A. - JAPANESE
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI05-2024
B.S. - LINGUISTICS
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO05-2021
10-MONTH INTENSIVE JAPANESE PROGRAM CERTIFICATE -
Inter-University Center For Japanese Studies
Yokohama, Japan05.2023
SUMMER INTENSIVE JAPANESE PROGRAM CERTIFICATE -
Inter-University Center For Japanese Studies
Yokohama, Japan05-2022
Skills
- Proofreading
- Language Education
- Meticulous Attention To Detail
- Collaborative Team Skills
- Project development
- Interpersonal Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Computer Proficiency: Microsoft Office, Google Suite
- Performance Assessment
Awards
- President's Honorary Scholarship (2017-2021)
- International Baccalaureate Scholarship (2017-2021)
- TruMerit Scholarship (2017-2021)
- Missouri Bright Flight Scholarship (2017-2021)
- Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowship Award (2021-2022)
- FLAS Summer Fellowship Award (Summer 2022)
- Teaching Assistantship for Department of Asian Languages and Cultures (2023-2024)
- Shoyu Foundation Scholarship (2022-2023)
- Fowler Scholarship (2022-2023)
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Japanese
Professional Working
Timeline
Project Manager
Epic Systems
01.2025 - Current
Project Assistant
University of Wisconsin-Madison
01.2024 - 06.2024
Teaching Assistant
University of Wisconsin-Madison
08.2023 - 06.2024
Peer Language Tutor
Truman State University Department of Classical and Modern Languages
08.2018 - 05.2020
Cultural Integration Leader
Truman State University Center for International Students
07.2018 - 05.2019
M.A. - JAPANESE
University of Wisconsin-Madison
B.S. - LINGUISTICS
Truman State University
10-MONTH INTENSIVE JAPANESE PROGRAM CERTIFICATE -
Inter-University Center For Japanese Studies
SUMMER INTENSIVE JAPANESE PROGRAM CERTIFICATE -
Inter-University Center For Japanese Studies
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