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Genevieve Navare

Hilton Head Island,SC

Summary

Motivated Writing Intern with experience in both creative and technical writing. Strengths include adaptability, strong research skills, and ability to meet tight deadlines. Have made significant contributions to previous roles by improving content quality and streamlining editing processes. Possess strong communication skills, drive, and creativity.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Sports Writer

The Daily Gamecock
Columbia, South Carolina
09.2024 - Current
  • Wrote feature articles that highlighted the achievements of individual athletes or teams.
  • Developed story ideas to meet publication deadlines.
  • Provided comprehensive coverage of major sporting events through live blogging techniques.
  • Coordinated interviews with athletes via email, phone, or video conference.
  • Attended sporting events to provide on-site reporting.
  • Conducted background research on players and teams prior to writing stories.
  • Interviewed athletes and coaches to gain insight into sports news stories.
  • Revised work to meet editorial approval or fit time or space requirements.
  • Met deadlines with reliable, in-depth news coverage.

Groundskeeper

Navare Family Revocable Trust
Hilton Head, South Carolina
05.2024 - Current
  • Watered plants, flowers, and turf to maintain healthy growth.
  • Swept and raked leaves, debris, and other materials from the grounds.
  • Inspected lawns for weeds, pests, or other signs of damage.
  • Maintained walkways, driveways, and parking lots by removing snow, ice, and other obstructions.
  • Trimmed trees, shrubs, and hedges using hand tools such as shears and pruners.
  • Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
  • Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
  • Conducted regular inspections and maintenance of groundskeeping equipment to ensure operational efficiency.

Wait Staff Member

Spanky's Pizza Galley & Saloon
Tybee Island, Georgia
05.2021 - 07.2025
  • Answered questions about menu selections and made recommendations when requested.
  • Checked back with customers during meals to ensure satisfaction with food and service.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
  • Assisted other wait staff members as needed, such as refilling beverages or delivering food to tables.
  • Provided excellent customer service to guests, ensuring they had an enjoyable experience.
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies, cleaning floors.
  • Cleared dishes between courses and after guests finished dining.
  • Greeted and welcomed customers, providing them with menus.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of menu items including ingredients and preparation methods for each dish offered on menu.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized under pressure.
  • Ensured that all orders were taken correctly and in a timely manner.
  • Delivered food items to customers at their tables in a friendly, courteous manner.
  • Bussed tables quickly and efficiently while maintaining a neat appearance of the dining area.
  • Processed payments accurately using cash registers or point-of-sale systems.
  • Cleaned tables and chairs to prepare dining area for next customers.
  • Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Maintenance Crew Member

Bogey's Sports Bar and Mini Golf
Savannah, Georgia
08.2023 - 07.2024
  • Trimmed trees and bushes to maintain a neat appearance at all times.
  • Removed debris from roofs and gutters to prevent water damage.
  • Provided excellent customer service when addressing tenant maintenance concerns.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
05-2028

High School Diploma -

St. Vincent's Academy
Savannah, GA
05-2024

Skills

  • Editorial writing
  • Story development
  • Research skills
  • Interview techniques
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication

Affiliations

  • Am a member of the Lambda Theta chapter of Phi Mu fraternity
  • Participated in the 2025 Dance Marathon fundraiser
  • Had multiple articles published by The Daily Gamecock

Accomplishments

  • Made the Fall 2024 Dean's List for Phi Mu and the College of Information and Communications
  • Awarded a journalism scholarship and undergraduate merit scholarship

Timeline

Sports Writer

The Daily Gamecock
09.2024 - Current

Groundskeeper

Navare Family Revocable Trust
05.2024 - Current

Maintenance Crew Member

Bogey's Sports Bar and Mini Golf
08.2023 - 07.2024

Wait Staff Member

Spanky's Pizza Galley & Saloon
05.2021 - 07.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

University of South Carolina

High School Diploma -

St. Vincent's Academy