Baniecia Craig
Belmont
Summary
Offering organizational and communication skills, prepared to thrive in virtual support environment. Contributes willingness to learn and adapt to new tools and techniques quickly, with focus on administrative support and task management. Ready to use and develop digital skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Virtual Assistant
Affinity VA
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Answered and screened calls to provide information, schedule appointments and take detailed messages.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Facilitated smooth operations with proficient data entry and document management for various projects.
- Upheld the highest standard of confidentiality when handling sensitive information related to clients'' personal or business affairs.
- Executed travel arrangements by researching and booking flights and accommodations.
- Drafted rental agreements and other contract agreements relating to client's rental properties
- Implemented proactive approach to problem-solving, addressing potential issues before they impacted workflow.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively under tight deadlines while remaining detail-oriented throughout each task.
Diversity and Inclusion Curriculum Team Leader
Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Organized cultural sensitivity trainings for employees, fostering an inclusive work culture.
- Facilitated focus groups aimed at understanding barriers faced by minority employees within the organization, implementing targeted interventions as necessary.
- Conducted training and classes to address unconscious bias within the organization, increasing awareness and understanding among staff members.
- Developed comprehensive training materials, leading to a more inclusive workplace environment.
- Develop the diversity and inclusion curriculum by organizing activities and small group discussions specifically targeting criminal prosecution and victim assistance.
- Presented regular progress reports on organizational D&I efforts to stakeholders including senior management.
- Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
Assistant District Attorney
Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office
09.2013 - 10.2024
- Managed caseloads efficiently while maintaining attention to detail and prioritizing high-profile or time-sensitive cases.
- Increased trial efficiency by collaborating with law enforcement agencies to obtain necessary information and witness testimony.
- Successfully represented state on behalf of district attorney for over 400 cases.
- Collaborated with victim advocates to ensure victims were informed of their rights and supported throughout the legal process.
- Conducted thorough research on applicable laws and precedents, ensuring accurate arguments during court proceedings.
- Negotiated plea agreements that balanced offender accountability with fair sentencing practices, reducing overall caseloads.
- Coordinated with expert witnesses for testimonies that strengthened the prosecution''s case during trials.
- Enhanced community relations by participating in outreach programs that educated citizens about their rights and the criminal justice system.
- Presented compelling arguments in both written briefs and oral presentations, persuading judges to rule favorably on behalf of the state.
- Interviewed and selected jurors to verify competency and lack of biases, presenting challenges for cause to dismiss unfit candidates.
- Secured successful convictions by meticulously reviewing case files and gathering relevant evidence.
Image Infringement Consultant
Principal Owner
05.2010 - 04.2011
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Coordinated communications for infringement removal with website administrators
- Monitored international websites per removal agreements
Purchasing Manager/Catalog Manager
Formal Source, Inc.
12.2003 - 05.2010
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Reviewed images associated with products to ensure they accurately represented items being sold, leading to fewer returns due to misrepresentation.
- Assisted with the development of a standardized style guide for product descriptions, ensuring consistency throughout the catalog.
- Enhanced catalog quality by meticulously reviewing product information and ensuring accuracy.
- Updated and maintained customer information, documents and records.
Student Reporter
Atlantis, Sun International
08.2000 - 05.2021
- Gained valuable insights into the journalism industry through active participation in staff meetings and workshops led by experienced professionals.
- Collaborated effectively with editors to refine articles for clarity and coherence before submission deadlines.
- Effectively interviewed subjects from diverse backgrounds to provide balanced perspectives in each story.
- Covered a wide range of topics related to tourist interactions and experience and employee relations.
- Captured excellent photos to provide imagery for stories.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
Education
J.D. -
University of Georgia School of Law
Athens, GA05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
University of Tampa
Tampa, FLAssociate of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
University of The Bahamas
Nassau, BahamasSkills
- Customer service
- Calendar management
- Microsoft office
- Document preparation
- Meeting scheduling
- Travel planning and arrangements
- Issue research
- Time management
- Verbal and written communication
- Schedule management
- Bookkeeping
Timeline
Virtual Assistant
Affinity VA
10.2024 - Current
Diversity and Inclusion Curriculum Team Leader
Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office
01.2022 - 10.2024
Assistant District Attorney
Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office
09.2013 - 10.2024
Image Infringement Consultant
Principal Owner
05.2010 - 04.2011
Purchasing Manager/Catalog Manager
Formal Source, Inc.
12.2003 - 05.2010
Student Reporter
Atlantis, Sun International
08.2000 - 05.2021
J.D. -
University of Georgia School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
University of Tampa
Associate of Arts - Journalism And Mass Communication
University of The Bahamas
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