An U.S. Army 46S Public Affairs Mass Communications Specialist with two years of experience as a Department of Defense photojournalist. Well versed in the the skills of photography, videography, graphic design, and informational article writing. Was a part of the workforce prior to military career, learning to adapt to many different processes and procedures. Skilled in crisis management and editing, with a knack for verbal communication. Achieved significant improvements in workflow through innovative strategies and teamwork. Overall, a confident United States Army soldier with leadership abilities, experiences and a will to learn and work hard.
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Donovan Patterson
Killeen,TX
Summary
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
U.S. Army Active Duty
Public Affairs Mass Communication Specialist
06.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Provided administrative support to senior team members.
- Created engaging multimedia content such as infographics, videos, and social media posts to illustrate complex concepts in an accessible manner.
- Trained in photo and video production and performed visual and sound editing tasks.
- Coordinated successful events that fostered community connections.
- Prepared social media posts and videos.
- Developed ideas and leads for new stories according to industry trends.
- Trained to write press releases for routine use and crisis management.
UPS
Driver's Assistant
08.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Exhibited good attendance, work habits, and willingness to learn job functions.
- Displayed very good communication and customer service skills.
- Loaded products or packages onto trucks and organized items according to preset sorting procedures.
- Assisted driver with product or package deliveries to residential and commercial locations.
Nacho Average Truck/22 Street Kitchen/YFYT
Food Truck/Kitchen Cook Associate
05.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Received consistent positive feedback from customers through quality meal preparation and presentation.
- Implemented new procedures that streamlined daily prep tasks for improved workflow among kitchen staff.
- Reduced food waste by efficiently organizing and managing inventory, ensuring proper rotation of stock.
- Developed strong working relationships with team members, resulting in efficient communication throughout shifts.
Extra Mile Tools
Sales Associate
09.2019 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Creating and maintaining an warehouse inventory identical to an to an online store.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy online and in person.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
Education
Hampton UniversityHampton, VA
from Environmental Biology
University Overview
Attended (2016-2017)
Gardner-Webb UniversityBoiling Springs, NC
from Exercise Science
University Overview
Attended (2017-2018)
The Defense Information School (DINFOS) Fort George G Meade
from Public Affairs
04.2024
University Overview
Attended (August 2023 - April 2024)
Army Basic Combat Training Fort Jackson, SC
from Combat
08.2023
University Overview
June 2023 - August 2023
Army Combat Fitness Training (ACFT) Top 10
Platoon Guide (Company Leader)
Cannon SchoolConcord, NC
High School Diploma
05.2016
University Overview
- Cannon School Honor Council Member (2014-2016)
- Cannon School Core Value Award Recipient (2013-
2014) - A Better Chance Scholar (2012-2016)
- Cannon School Student Ambassador (2012-2015)
- Professional Development:
- Best Speaker Award- Youth Toastmasters (2014)
- Broyhill Leadership Conference Attendee (2014-2016)
- Student Diversity Leadership Conference Representative (2015)
- Elected Captain of Cannon Varsity Basketball Team (2015-2016)
- Track and Field Coach's Award (2015-2016)
Skills
- Verbal Communication
- Community Engagement
- Editing and proofreading
- Crisis Management
- Multimedia production
- Cross-cultural communication
Timeline
Public Affairs Mass Communication Specialist
U.S. Army Active Duty
06.2023 - Current
Driver's Assistant
UPS
08.2022 - 01.2023
Food Truck/Kitchen Cook Associate
Nacho Average Truck/22 Street Kitchen/YFYT
05.2021 - 08.2022
Sales Associate
Extra Mile Tools
09.2019 - 05.2021
Hampton University
from Environmental Biology
Gardner-Webb University
from Exercise Science
The Defense Information School (DINFOS)
from Public Affairs
Army Basic Combat Training
from Combat
Cannon School
High School Diploma
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