Danielle Ford
Austin,TX
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable professional with a proven track record in public speaking and exceptional communication, with learned skillsets from professional environments in film directing and stage productions, community-based organizations, and St. Edward's Hilltop Hospitality. Excelled in creating engaging experiences and managing diverse tasks creatively and precisely, whistle-upholding practice in collaborative leadership styles. Demonstrates empathy and a strong work ethic, seamlessly blending hard and soft skills to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Tour Guide
St. Edward's University
01.2024 - Current
- Built positive relationships with tour groups through engaging interactions.
- Trained to tailor tours to diverse audiences by adapting to various ages, cultures, and languages.
- Collaborated with team and administration to enhance campus tours and community engagement.
- Maintained schedules while accommodating special requests and unforeseen delays.
- Highlighted key campus facilities to provide prospective students a comprehensive view of campus life.
- Answered visitor questions professionally, ensuring a positive impression of the institution.
- Delivered engaging presentations using strong public speaking skills.
Municipal Program Paraprofessional
Austin Public Health
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Oversaw students in the classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teachers.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Managed administrative tasks, including fiscal year magazine report, intern graduation program, community event decorating, emails, and support for meetings and classroom activities.
Employee
BriJ De Le’Russe Event Planning
01.2017 - 02.2022
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed tasks effectively to meet strict deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excelled in creative environments, developing design skills such as coordinating events, constructing balloon arches, and assembling intricate décor using machinery and materials.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Education
Dallas College El Centro
Dallas, TXPsychology & Writing And Rhetoric
St. Edward's University
Austin, TX05-2027
High School Diploma -
Booker T. Washington HSPVA
Dallas, TX05-2023
Skills
- Public speaking
- Presentation skills
- Conversationalist
- Exceptional communication
- Leadership skills
- Resourceful and adaptable
- Versatile in dynamic environments
- Management skills
- Writing skills
Awards
- 2023 Southwest Dallas County Alumnae Scholarship
- 2023 Afro Academic, Cultural, Technological, and Scientific Olympics Local Comp.
Creative Writing gold medalist, Film silver medalist, Playwriting bronze medalist
Timeline
Municipal Program Paraprofessional
Austin Public Health
06.2024 - 08.2024
Tour Guide
St. Edward's University
01.2024 - Current
Employee
BriJ De Le’Russe Event Planning
01.2017 - 02.2022
Dallas College El Centro
Psychology & Writing And Rhetoric
St. Edward's University
High School Diploma -
Booker T. Washington HSPVA
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