Jordan L. Rodgers
Perry,GA
Summary
Knowledgeable Apprentice Funeral Director accomplished in planning and executing professional services. Understands needs of loved ones, different types of service plans and government-mandated documentation. Helps families say goodbye with dignity and support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Funeral Director
Watson-Hunt Funeral Home
Perry, GA
02.2022 - Current
- Conducted thorough consultations with families to understand their needs and preferences for personalized memorial services.
- Prepared paperwork efficiently for legal requirements such as death certificates, burial permits, insurance claims, and veteran benefits.
- Worked closely with clergy members to plan and execute religious ceremonies as per family preferences, providing comfort during difficult times.
- Assisted clients with pre-arranging funeral services.
- Secured and filed burial permits and made funeral arrangements.
- Assisted in embalming procedures under supervision to preserve bodies according to industry standards and family wishes.
- Facilitated viewings and visitations by preparing the deceased's appearance according to family requests while adhering to safety guidelines.
- Improved appearance of remains with use of cosmetics.
Marketing Assistant
Perry Area Chamber Of Commerce
Perry, GA
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Assembled reports and presentations to share insights and recommendations with board members and committee members
- Established and managed relationships with external data providers and research vendors.
- Elevated public relations efforts by crafting press releases that garnered positive media coverage for company news or initiatives.
- Supported content creation for corporate social responsibility initiatives, showcasing company values and community involvement efforts to strengthen brand reputation.
- Created customized marketing materials to increase product awareness.
Education
Associate of Science - Funeral Services And Mortuary Science
Ogeechee Technical College
Statesboro, GA12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Anthropolgy
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TNSkills
- Notary Public
- Proficiency in SmartDirector, GAVERS, FuneralOne, Matthews-Aurora, and Batesville websites
- Funeral planning
- Restorative art
- Sales and Marketing
- MS Office
- G Suite for Business
Affiliations
- National Funeral Directors' Association
Timeline
Apprentice Funeral Director
Watson-Hunt Funeral Home
02.2022 - Current
Marketing Assistant
Perry Area Chamber Of Commerce
05.2021 - 08.2021
Associate of Science - Funeral Services And Mortuary Science
Ogeechee Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Anthropolgy
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville