Ella Small
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Proactive professional with a versatile background in creative writing and community engagement. Known for strong communication strategies and workshop facilitation, ready to leverage expertise to drive positive outcomes in community initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Poet Ambassador
Get Lit Words Ignite
Los Angeles
09.2021 - 09.2025
- Composed original poetry for community events and workshops.
- Collaborated with educators to develop engaging literary programs.
- Participated in open mic events to share creative works with audiences.
- Facilitated writing workshops for youth to enhance their poetic skills.
- Engaged with local artists to promote collaborative projects and performances.
- Provided constructive feedback on peer submissions in writing circles.
- Researched contemporary poets to inspire innovative writing techniques.
- Exploring various forms of poetic expression such as haiku or free verse.
- Conducting workshops in schools and community centers.
- Creating content for websites, blogs, magazines, newspapers.
- Developing and presenting original poetic works in public readings.
- Collaborating with other poets on joint projects.
- Networking with other writers and artists at conferences and conventions.
Director of Communications
Poetry for Progress
Los Angeles
10.2023 - 08.2025
- Developed communication strategies for community outreach and engagement initiatives.
- Managed social media platforms to enhance organizational visibility and audience interaction.
- Created compelling content for newsletters, press releases, and promotional materials.
- Oversaw media relations to foster positive relationships with journalists and influencers.
- Facilitated partnerships with local organizations to expand advocacy efforts and outreach activities.
- Oversaw the design of promotional materials such as posters, flyers, brochures and advertisements.
- Managed social media accounts by creating content that is relevant to target audiences.
- Coordinated with external vendors regarding production of promotional items including apparel, signage, giveaways.
- Generated ideas for innovative campaigns that would be appealing to target audiences both internally and externally.
- Established relationships with key stakeholders to ensure effective communication of messages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame High School
Sherman Oaks05-2028
Middle School/ Junior High -
Girls Academic Leadership Academy
Los Angeles07-2024
Skills
- Creative writing
- Social media management
- Communication strategy
- Content creation
- Public speaking
- Workshop facilitation
- Collaboration skills
- Networking
- Interpersonal communication
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Active listening
- Supervision and leadership
- Organization and time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Critical thinking
- Relationship building
- Analytical thinking
- Task prioritization
Affiliations
Volunteered at Various food banks in Los Angeles, Girls Volleyball League Player,
Timeline
Director of Communications
Poetry for Progress
10.2023 - 08.2025
Poet Ambassador
Get Lit Words Ignite
09.2021 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame High School
Middle School/ Junior High -
Girls Academic Leadership Academy