Dynamic and versatile professional with extensive experience in writing, social media management and delivering exceptional customer service. Proven track record of delivering high-quality content and providing efficient administrative assistance. Recognized for exceptional communication and organizational skills and having a knack for generating useful, creative, and innovative ideas to drive success in diverse environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Staff Writer
Paulding Progress
10.2022 - 03.2024
Investigated important community issues including village council and school board meetings and put together well-received reports.
Edited stories for accuracy and clarity.
Researched and analyzed newsworthy events, trends and issues.
Reported from field locations and wrote stories under tight deadlines.
Increased online engagement by researching trending topics and crafting compelling stories tailored to target audiences.
Developed and maintained network of contacts to facilitate story development.
Fact-checked breaking news headlines by performing background research.
Utilized social media to promote stories and build audience.
Coordinated with photographers, videographers and graphic designers to supplement stories with multimedia content.
Captured and edited audio, video and photographs to provide multimedia content to enhance stories.
Assisted with social media promotion efforts, driving traffic to published articles and boosting site visibility.
Administrative Assistant
Paulding County Economic Development
01.2023 - 01.2024
Utilized Quickbooks to manage outgoing and incoming payments; performed end-of-the-month financials including balance sheet and profit and loss standard.
Produced marketing posts and wrote copy to produced content for event promotions, real estate listings, promoting local businesses, and posting content to social media across multiple platforms.
Produced press releases and business profiles to promote events for investors.
Managed membership investment and financial data using Excel.
Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.
Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for process improvements and negotiating vendor contracts.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and office software updates to maximize efficiency in administrative tasks.
Attended grant-writing workshops to assist with grant opportunity research and writing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
01.2009
Skills
Excellent grammar and attention to detail
Editing and proofreading
Copywriting
Content Creation
Data Entry
Critical Thinking
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, WordPress, Quickbooks and Canva
Creative, investigative, persuasive, technical, research and article writing