Grace Blackwell
Charlestown,IN
Summary
Flexible worker with a desire to take on new challenges seeking part-time employment. Open to weekend and evening shifts. Adept at quickly learning new skills and always accepting of advice and opportunities to learn something new. Experienced in fast-paced, high pressure environments and adapting to new situations and last-minute changes, but looking to switch up my job experience for a more relaxed environment and reliable nature. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance my abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Farmer's Market Vendor
Charlestown Farmer’s Market
Charlestown, IN
07.2025 - Current
- Organize and set up market booth with displays and products.
- Ensure all products are properly labeled and priced correctly.
- Greet customers and provide them with product information.
- Collect payments from customers using cash or other payment systems to process transactions.
- Keep accurate records of sales transactions throughout the day.
Entertainer at Renaissance Faires
Contracted Work
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Interacted with audience members to create a fun atmosphere and memorable experiences through immersive storytelling and photo opportunities with event attendees and cast members.
- Performed in front of large audiences.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving horses or riders and following established protocols.
- Trained all new staff members in show routines and proper horse care.
- Collaborated with other performers to develop unique acts.
- Adapted content based on age and demographics of the audience.
- Provided daily care for horses, including bathing, feeding, grooming, and mucking stalls.
- Recorded detailed profiles about each horse's breed, age, height, stage name, and backstory.
- Promoted shows and performances through community interaction.
- Properly tacked and dressed horses in their designated garb in a timely manner before showtime.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while handling horses.
- Assisted with the administration of medications to horses as needed.
- Monitored horses' health on a regular basis and reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
Freelance Captioner
Rev.com Inc.
Charlestown, IN
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Transcribed audio from TV shows, lectures, movies, etc. for hearing-impaired viewers.
- Researched unfamiliar terminology or topics as needed.
- Created accurate time codes to synchronize text with spoken dialogue.
- Adhered to strict deadlines while maintaining high-quality output.
- Maintained a high typing speed with minimal errors to maximize productivity.
Concessions Worker
Charlestown Parks & Recreation
Charlestown, IN
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Provided customer service by greeting patrons, answering questions, and resolving complaints.
- Operated cash registers to process payments from customers.
- Prepared and served hot dogs, popcorn, nachos, and hamburgers.
- Checked expiration dates on all inventory.
- Followed company procedures for opening and closing concession stand.
- Maintained a clean working environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
Charlestown, IN01-2017
Skills
- Communication skills
- Teamwork
- Computer literate
- Customer service
- Time management
- Inventory management
- Detail orientation
- Training and mentoring
- Video and photo editing
- Performance art
- Creativity enhancement
Affiliations
- Fiber arts. Sewing, crochet, macramé, quilting, and especially clothes making are all creative hobbies that I enjoy in my free time. However, I also enjoy reading, painting, clay sculpting, scrapbooking, and more.
- Outdoor and indoor gardening. I started growing tropical houseplants in 2015, and over the years, my collection has amassed to over 150 houseplants.
- Animals. I have experience working with/caring for dogs, cats, horses, birds, reptiles, and more.
- Video editing and graphic design. I have experience running a YouTube channel. I know how to make and design thumbnails for videos, edit videos from start to finish, write descriptions and social media posts, and import/export large form content.
Volunteering
Moderator - Whatnot and Palmstreet
04/2025 - Current
- Monitor livestream chats and respond promptly to inquiries or questions from customers.
- Implement changes based on feedback from customers.
- Take note of activity changes and give feedback to help steer the live show in a direction that will encourage more sales and viewers.
- Investigate violations of community guidelines.
Timeline
Farmer's Market Vendor
Charlestown Farmer’s Market
07.2025 - Current
Entertainer at Renaissance Faires
Contracted Work
10.2022 - 09.2024
Freelance Captioner
Rev.com Inc.
09.2021 - 04.2022
Concessions Worker
Charlestown Parks & Recreation
06.2018 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Homeschool