Hannah Graves
Ames,IA
Summary
Dedicated and motivated professional with a strong work ethic and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. Highly organized and dependable, consistently meets deadlines and exceeds expectations. Known for creating positive and engaging environments that foster collaboration and productivity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Prairie Moon Winery
Ames, Iowa
12.2025 - Current
- Hired, trained, scheduled, and supervised tasting room and event staff to improve service quality and enhance customer experience.
- Managed purchasing, inventory, and daily operations for wine, beer, mixers, supplies, and equipment.
- Maintained draft systems and coordinated gas and beverage supplies to ensure optimal performance and consistency.
- Oversaw retail sales and in-store tastings, fostering strong relationships with retail partners to support brand visibility.
- Represented winery at farmers markets and community events to boost brand awareness.
- Ensured exceptional customer service through effective cash handling and event operations management.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards consistently.
Event Coordinator
Prairie Moon Winery
Ames, IA
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Coordinated weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings, ensuring seamless execution from setup to teardown.
- Acted as primary on-site contact, proactively resolving issues to maintain smooth event operations.
- Prepared event spaces and assisted with décor setup to fulfill client requirements and enhance event atmosphere.
- Maintained high standards of service during events to enhance guest experiences.
- Delivered professional customer service, enabling clients to feel relaxed and confident.
- Assisted bartenders by restocking supplies and maintaining cleanliness behind the bar. in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
Cook
Applebee's
Ames, IA
11.2024 - 12.2025
- Prepared menu items to recipe and quality standards.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food preparation.
- Followed food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
Graphic Design Intern
Des Moines Arts Festival
Des Moines, Iowa
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Designed posters, flyers, social media graphics, and digital advertisements.
- Executed layout design for promotional materials that effectively communicated festival themes and messages.
- Created artist branding materials and credentials.
- Implemented festival branding strategies that ensured cohesive identity across all event materials.
- Developed wayfinding signage that improved visitor navigation and overall experience.
- Assisted with website design initiatives.
- Oversaw print production to ensure quality deliverables.
- Coordinated setup activities for festival events to ensure timely readiness. and teardown of festival events.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05-2025
Skills
- Event management
- Inventory management
- Operational management
- Financial oversight
- Brand management
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
Timeline
Manager
Prairie Moon Winery
12.2025 - Current
Event Coordinator
Prairie Moon Winery
05.2025 - 12.2025
Cook
Applebee's
11.2024 - 12.2025
Graphic Design Intern
Des Moines Arts Festival
02.2024 - 07.2024
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Graphic Design
Iowa State University