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Overview
Work History
Education
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Faith Hagan

Faith Hagan

Nashville,TN

Summary

• Experienced dancer with 10+ years of training in acrobatics, ballet, and tap, as well as collegiate experience with the Northeast Tiger Dancers & Pom/Hip-Hop Team

• Passionate about movement, wellness, and performance, blending dance with fitness,

biomechanics, and injury prevention

• Strong leadership background, serving as Treasurer of MSU’s Pre-Physical Therapy Club and Kinesiology Student Ambassador

• Research experience in neuromechanics and movement analysis, enhancing understanding of

body mechanics, flexibility, and injury prevention

• NASM Certified Wellness Coach and MindBodyGreen Functional Nutrition Certified, and currently completing NASM Personal Trainer Certification

• Dedicated to helping others through movement and health

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification

Work History

Freelance Photographer

Self-Employed
01.2017 - Current
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.

Babysitter

Family And Community
01.2022 - 05.2024
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.

Student Physical Therapy Aide

OCH Regional Medical Center
05.2023 - 03.2024
  • Enhanced patient comfort and safety by setting up equipment, preparing treatment areas, and positioning patients as needed.
  • Improved patient recovery by assisting in implementing individualized physical therapy treatment plans.
  • Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring the privacy and confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times.
  • Provided empathetic support to patients experiencing difficult emotions related to their injury or illness while under supervision from a licensed therapist.


Undergraduate Researcher

Mississippi State University Neuromechanics Lab
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Developed top-level skills in collaboration, interpersonal communication and writing through hands-on work and training.
  • Gained proficiency in a variety of laboratory techniques and technologies, increasing overall productivity and versatility within the lab setting.
  • Demonstrated exceptional time management skills while balancing multiple tasks including coursework, part-time employment, extracurricular activities alongside research responsibilities.
  • Presented research findings at university-wide events, enhancing public awareness of ongoing scientific endeavors.
  • Built strong relationships with faculty advisors.

Education

Associate of Arts - Pre-Med, PT, OT

Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
05-2024

Skills

  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Customer communications
  • Patience and empathy
  • Effective communication
  • Flexibility and agility
  • Discipline
  • Stage performance
  • Photo editing
  • Social media
  • Adobe creative suite (Lightroom)

Certification

  • NASM Certified Wellness Coach (2025–2027)
  • Functional Nutrition Training (2025–Present)
  • CITI Human Research Certified (2022–2027)
  • First Aid/CPR/AED (Valid through 2025)
  • NASBA Ethical Leadership Program Certification (2023 - Present)

Quote

You will recognize your own path when you come upon it because you will suddenly have all the energy and imagination you will ever need.
Sara Teasdale

Interests

Dance

Photography

Movement

Exercise

Wellness

Music

Piano

Nutrition

Art

Timeline

Student Physical Therapy Aide

OCH Regional Medical Center
05.2023 - 03.2024

Undergraduate Researcher

Mississippi State University Neuromechanics Lab
01.2023 - 05.2023

Babysitter

Family And Community
01.2022 - 05.2024

Freelance Photographer

Self-Employed
01.2017 - Current

Associate of Arts - Pre-Med, PT, OT

Northeast Mississippi Community College

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Mississippi State University
Faith Hagan