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Destinee' Butts

Laurel,United States

Summary

I am a dedicated beginning writer with history of meeting company and academic goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. I am skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Editor

Currents Literary Magazine
Newport News, VA
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Oversaw publication of digital and print products, aligning multi-media content strategies to maintain cohesive brand identity.
  • Oversaw compliance with style guide, editorial guidelines and brand identity throughout entire publication portfolio.
  • Worked with graphic artists, post-production team members and other specialists to produce captivating and successful content.
  • Led team of 15 student writers in production of content for yearly magazine.

Photography Intern

Christopher Newport English Department
Newport News, VA
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Archived photographs on computers and servers.
  • Shot photographs in controlled lab, field and remote environments.
  • Completed complex photo shoots at indoor and outdoor venues.

Cake Decorator

Creative Cakes
Silver Spring, MD
07.2022 - Current
  • Handle phone calls regarding inquiries, cancelled orders and ordering conflicts.
  • Verify accuracy of orders while meeting strict deadlines on producing completed products.
  • Keep work area safe and sanitized by washing utensils, tools and countertops.
  • Designs specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays and graduations.

Cake Decorator

Cookies Cakes & More
Norfolk, VA
05.2017 - 08.2021
  • Precisely arranged display cases throughout workday to highlight finished products.
  • Prepared special creams and frostings for cakes and other dessert specialties.
  • Used variety of baking and decorating tools such as mixers, carving tools and confectionery products.
  • Managed material inventory and ordered new materials when needed.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English

Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA
05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - English

Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach, VA

Associate of Applied Science - Baking And Pastry Arts

Culinary Institute of Virginia
Norfolk, VA
05.2018

Skills

  • Promotional Materials Development
  • Idea Brainstorming
  • Creative Solutions
  • Critical Thinking

Accomplishments

Juniper Writing Institute Nominee June 2022

Timeline

Cake Decorator

Creative Cakes
07.2022 - Current

Photography Intern

Christopher Newport English Department
01.2022 - 06.2022

Managing Editor

Currents Literary Magazine
01.2021 - 07.2022

Cake Decorator

Cookies Cakes & More
05.2017 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - English

Christopher Newport University

Bachelor of Arts - English

Tidewater Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Baking And Pastry Arts

Culinary Institute of Virginia