Eliana Essman
Summary
Passionate about philanthropy and donor relations, I am completing a B.A. in International Affairs with a minor in Religious Studies at Lewis & Clark College. With experience in admissions, alumni engagement, and customer service, I have strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills. I am eager to apply my expertise in development and fundraising.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Phonathon Student Caller
Lewis and Clark College
02.2023 - Current
- Call Lewis and Clark undergrad, graduate, and law alumni and parents
- Build personal rapport, update demographic information, share institution updates, and acquire gifts for the Annual Fund
- Handle personal information, including credit card information, with extreme confidentiality
Donor Relations Intern
Central City Concern
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Provided administrative support for the grants team, including updating outcomes data and conducting donor research for gifts of $1,000+.
- Assisted in planning and executing fundraising events, including Central City Concern’s 45th Anniversary Reception.
- Developed donor stewardship materials, such as impact reports, brochures, and one-pagers, in collaboration with program staff.
- Maintained and updated donor records in Salesforce, ensuring data accuracy through de-duplication and address corrections.
- Coordinated in-kind giving campaigns, such as back-to-school supply drives, to support CCC’s social service programs.
Front Desk Agent
Holiday Inn and Staybridge Suites
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Greeted and welcomed guests
- Answered all incoming calls and redirected them or took messages
- Checked guests in and out, assigned rooms, and processed payments
- Completed all customer service tasks upon check-in quickly and without sacrificing accuracy
- Maintained occupancy records, confirmed or changed room reservations, and provided information about the hotel's policies and services
Tour Guide
Lewis and Clark College
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Led groups of 1-20+ people around campus
- Shared factual information about the school as well as my own experience with prospective families
- Responded to both the parent's and student's questions
Scenery Specialist/ Counselor
Trails End Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Co-Supervised thirty-seven seven to eight-year-old girls for seven weeks
- Produced sets, props, and costumes for four theater productions
- Designed and led drama sessions for both boys and girls ages seven through seventeen
Student Caller
Lewis and Clark College
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Communicated with potential students
- Answered specific questions regarding the school
- Alerted applicants about missing application material
Campus Greeter/Office Assistant
Lewis and Clark College
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Welcomed visitors to campus
- Provided directions to various places on campus
- Organized office materials
- Assembled and mailed packets and informational material
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs
Lewis And Clark College
Portland, OR05-2025
Skills
- Goal oriented
- Quick learner
- Guest services
- Presentation skills
Timeline
Donor Relations Intern
Central City Concern
06.2024 - 10.2024
Front Desk Agent
Holiday Inn and Staybridge Suites
05.2023 - 08.2023
Phonathon Student Caller
Lewis and Clark College
02.2023 - Current
Tour Guide
Lewis and Clark College
09.2022 - 05.2023
Scenery Specialist/ Counselor
Trails End Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
Student Caller
Lewis and Clark College
11.2021 - 05.2022
Campus Greeter/Office Assistant
Lewis and Clark College
10.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - International Affairs
Lewis And Clark College
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