CAMDYN BASS
Las Cruces,US
Summary
English Graduate Assistant dedicated to teaching and guiding students to engage with language in a way that supports and encourages diversity, perspective, expression, and mindfulness. Specializing in English creative writing and critical analysis, I am committed to fostering a stimulating learning environment that adapts to the capabilities and varied interests of each and every student, with the goal of motivating all to develop a relationship and self-sustaining connection to language, writing, and the world around them.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Assistant
NMSU
Las Cruces, US
08.2023 - Current
- Curated and taught lesson plans based on the NMSU curriculum for ENGL 1110 for four semesters (Fall 24/25, Spring 24/25).
- Interpreted and practiced university policies, all while fostering a positive academic environment.
- Kept track of students' attendance and progress toward learning objectives.
- Graded literary assignments, corrected errors, and offered feedback on written assignments to help students improve, and become mindful of their writing practices.
- Organized library instruction workshops.
- Scheduled and maintained regular office hours to meet with students; clarify class content, provide resources, host conferences.
- Developed strategies to enhance student engagement within the classroom setting.
- Prepared instructional materials such as slideshows, handouts, online resources, and in-class activities.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Attended numerous professional development courses that engage my own creative interests while supporting my teaching practices
Assistant Poetry Editor
Puerto del Sol Literary Magazine
Las Cruces, NM
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with the Managing Editor(s), Poetry Editor, and Prose Editor to determine journal content, potential themes, cover art, and works accepted.
- Read through an abundance of poetry submissions: general and themed.
- Rating admissions through Submittable; making use of the 'note' section, leaving written responses as to why I enjoy or do not enjoy a piece of work for other readers to consider and engage with.
- Consider and engage with notes and feedback from readers.
- Collaborated with editors on the selection and order of works for publication.
- Worked intimately with the Poetry Editor choosing content that compliments our individual and shared tastes, as well as those of Puerto del Sol.
- Assigned readers to submitted works.
- Reviewed poetry submissions to ensure they met content guidelines and standards.
- Participated and learned more about the production process, organizing the journal's layout for print.
- Aided in event planning.
- Aiding in organizing the Puerto/ Poetry Month event.
Social Media Manager
Puerto del Sol
Las Cruces, NM
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Redesigned the entirety of the Puerto del Sol official website with the goal of creating a more accessible and aesthetic online presence.
- Promoted events, book launches, AWP information, and general information to promote engagement across social media (Twitter(X), Instagram, Website).
- Regularly updated website with new content: Editor's Picks, Current Issues, Contest Winners, etc.
- Self-taught graphic and web design through WIX and Canva.
- Managed, and organized blog posts, mainly 'Editor's Picks'.
- Edited 'Editor's Picks' to the author's preferences when publishing online (Poetry and Prose), translating format across software(s).
- Manage and organize 'Editor's Picks' information: Artist Bio, Social Media Contacts, Headshot, etc.
- Create flyers and social media content that compliments the colors and themes of the Southwest and current issue(s) of Puerto Del Sol.
- Maintained communication with Editors at AWP in order to timely post relevant material
- Take pictures at events, meetings, and readings
- Respond to messages through social media, primarily asking about where to submit, how to submit, etc.
- Developed strategies for increasing followership and engagement rates: from August our following has grown on Instagram from 155 (August) to 429 (April).
- Over the last 90 days Puerto socials have reached over 2,867 accounts, a 12.2% increase from the previous 90 days.
- Create and participate in Instagram Reels.
- Reviewed analytics data regularly to identify areas of improvement.
- Respond and engage with content posted by published Puerto writers on social media.
- Updated links across social media platforms.
Writing Center Tutor
NMSU Writing Center
Las Cruces, NM
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Attended training sessions, enhancing tutoring practices and techniques.
- Helped students understand how to properly cite sources using MLA, APA, and Chicago style format.
- Assisted students in understanding the purpose of various types of writing assignments.
- Offered guidance on how to approach difficult topics or tasks related to writing assignments.
- Provided feedback; technical and creative
- Assisted students across all disciplines; English, Engineering, Psychology, etc.
- Primarily held sessions over Zoom to provide accessibility for students.
- Recommended resources that can aid in the writing process.
- Critically engaged with student writers of all levels.
- Ensured I provided a comfortable, warm, and welcoming tutoring environment that encouraged question-asking and engagement.
- Motivated students using feedback and encouragement.
Pre-K Teacher
YWCA Canton
Canton, US
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Kept track of each student's academic, social, and emotional progress
- Managed IEP reports.
- Taught phonological and phonemic awareness (Heggerty).
- Collaborated with members of an interdisciplinary team to assess children's progress and make recommendations for appropriate lesson plans.
- Encouraged reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities.
- Practiced motor-skill development through play-based pedagogy.
- Worked with single-parents to help them create and maintain positive support networks that offered job and educational opportunities, as well as childcare.
- Incorporated music, art, poetry, and theatre into lesson planning.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress; behavioral students, special needs.
Costume Designer
Thanks to Her LLC
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Coordinated with hair and makeup artist regarding color palettes used in costuming; considering the actor's features, scene lighting, and continuity.
- Locally sourced all of the costume materials from thrift shops, second-hand stores, and cast/crew members.
- Cleaned costumes and performed minor repairs if necessary
- Created several of the costumes.
- Maintained active communication with cast to ensure comfortability and confidence when styling.
- Helped cast into costumes and assisted with costume changes.
- Provided on the spot solutions for costume-malfunctions.
- Maintained excel spreadsheet of costumes and associated scenes to keep up with continuity.
- Styled sizes 00–24.
- Ensured proper storage and maintenance of costumes throughout rehearsal process and filming.
Co-Producer
Thanks to Her LLC
Pittsburgh, US
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Created advertising strategies and translated ideas into concrete tasks, assigning them to the appropriate people and departments.
- Maintained budget
- Organized and participated in the hiring process for pre- and post-production positions.
- Created a fund-raising campaign that surpassed its goal in < 30 days.
- Networked with a variety of local businesses, schools, and artists.
- Hosted and organized several online and in-person screenings, as well as screening Q&A panels.
- Maintained continuity while filming through excel spreadsheets and physical note-taking
- Locally sourced filming equipment
- Managed 'Thanks to Her' social media across Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube
- Assisted in preparing call sheets and other documents required for production days.
- Oversaw the scouting and management of production locations, securing permits and ensuring compliance.
- Organized pre-production meetings to discuss project goals, objectives and timelines.
Education
Master of Fine Arts - Poetry
NMSU
Las Cruces, NM05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - English, Political Science
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA01.2021
Skills
- Course material development
- Creative collaboration
- Tutoring and mentoring
- Academic research
- Classroom management and development
- Public speaking
- Creative problem-solving
- Production operations
- Creative writing
- Poetry analysis
- Website design
- Social media management
- Effective communication
- Behavioral management
- Event planning
- Digital literacy
- Adaptable
- Grading efficiency
- Grant writing
Accomplishments
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude University of Pittsburgh 2021
- Graduated English Honors University of Pittsburgh 2021
- Co-producer/ Costume Designer for independent film, 'Thanks to Her' (Imdb)
- Graduate Assistantship NMSU
- GRAS 1st place winner 2023
- Ruth Scott Poetry Award 2024
Websites
Publications
- 'Put Down Your Weapons'/ American Poetry Foundation, 2024 Ruth Scott Poetry Award (online)
Timeline
Assistant Poetry Editor
Puerto del Sol Literary Magazine
08.2024 - 05.2025
Social Media Manager
Puerto del Sol
08.2024 - 05.2025
Writing Center Tutor
NMSU Writing Center
08.2023 - 05.2024
Graduate Assistant
NMSU
08.2023 - Current
Pre-K Teacher
YWCA Canton
06.2022 - 04.2023
Costume Designer
Thanks to Her LLC
01.2021 - 01.2022
Co-Producer
Thanks to Her LLC
01.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Fine Arts - Poetry
NMSU
Bachelor of Arts - English, Political Science
University of Pittsburgh
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