Hallie Conrad
Pendleton,South Carolina
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Admissions Coordinator
Clemson University
Clemson, SC
10.2024 - Current
- Review and process applications and transcripts for admission to graduate-level programs.
- Handle the majority of international students through the application process, with a strong familiarity with credential evaluation and communicating with international students.
- Implement process improvements that refine application review and communication, enhancing overall efficiency in the admissions workflow.
- Maintain and improve the accuracy of records in the admissions database, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
- Collaborate with academic departments to streamline communication regarding applicant requirements and serve as their liaison to the Graduate School.
- Participate in recruitment events, representing the University and effectively promoting academic programs. Host Graduate School 101 presentations and serve as resource for potential graduate students.
Historic House Interpreter
The Charleston Museum
Charleston, SC
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed and implemented daily tours at the historic Heyward-Washington House Museum, operated by The Charleston Museum.
- Interpreted history relating to the American Revolution and its role in Charleston, catering to a diverse, global audience.
- Tailored tours to meet the needs of each group.
Educational Tutor
Mid-City Ministries
New Orleans, LA
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans aligning with state educational standards.
- Delivered engaging tutoring sessions that improved comprehension and retention of material.
- Assisted in planning and execution of monthly and summer camp programs, facilitating a positive experience for around one hundred children and volunteers from elementary to high school ages.
Conference Support Supervisor
Montreat Conference Center
Black Mountain, NC
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Trained and led a team of four in support of the summer conference center, delegating tasks and serving up to one thousand people in a week.
- Acted as liaison between rotating planning teams and the conference center.
- Managed daily operations and addressed planning team needs as they emerged. Collaborated with year-round staff to ensure smooth execution of summer events.
- Ordered, organized, and managed all summer conference series supplies.
Visitor Services Associate
South Carolina Historical Society
Charleston, SC
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Provided guest services for the SCHS's museum, including ticketing, sales, and historical inquiries.
- Assisted in archival organization and indexing of the Carologue, and the South Carolina Historical Magazine.
- Simultaneously volunteered at Nathaniel Russell House Museum to start digitalization of the objects collection for the Low Country Digital Library
Visitor Services Associate
Sherlock Holmes Museum
London, United Kingdom
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted visitors with inquiries, providing customer service and ensuring a positive experience through a fictionalized museum narrative.
- Engaged with a global audience through guided museum tours, enhancing visitor engagement through immersive storytelling and interactive experiences.
- Managed ticket sales and admissions, accurately handling transactions and maintaining gift store stock.
Education
Master of Arts - Public History
Royal Holloway, University of London
London, United Kingdom09-2024
Bachelor of Arts - History
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC12-2021
Skills
- Historical research and interpretation
- Public history engagement with global audiences
- Podcast oral history production; website development
- Nonprofit administration and grant writing
- Lesson planning and tutoring
- Camp, conference, and live event planning
- Adaptability and flexibility in various work environments
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Data management
Timeline
Graduate Admissions Coordinator
Clemson University
10.2024 - Current
Visitor Services Associate
Sherlock Holmes Museum
04.2024 - 07.2024
Educational Tutor
Mid-City Ministries
01.2023 - 07.2023
Visitor Services Associate
South Carolina Historical Society
01.2022 - 07.2022
Conference Support Supervisor
Montreat Conference Center
05.2021 - 08.2021
Historic House Interpreter
The Charleston Museum
10.2019 - 05.2021
Master of Arts - Public History
Royal Holloway, University of London
Bachelor of Arts - History
College of Charleston