Kaleigh Hunt
Lexington,KY
Summary
Motivated college undergraduate focused on leveraging writing talents and skills with content creation to bring audience members to emotional places and build brand loyalty in a strategic way. Creative, persuasive and articulate with remarkable work ethic and analytical approach.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
KRNL Lifestyle + Fashion Magazine Content Team
Kentucky Kernel Newspaper
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced brand image by creating compelling fashion and lifestyle content for website, blog and social media platforms.
- Increased online engagement through captivating visual storytelling and trend-focused articles.
- Boosted social media following by curating shareable fashion-related content that resonated with target audience.
- Successfully adapted to rapidly changing industry trends by staying current with news, attending fashion shows, and conducting continuous market research.
- Developed content for variety of topics, ranging from technical to lifestyle, for multiple websites.
Server
Texas Roadhouse
10.2022 - Current
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling 40+ guests per day to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
KRNL Lifestyle + Fashion Magazine Writer
Kentucky Kernel Newspaper
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Researched and wrote articles on a variety of lifestyle topics, such as health and wellness, beauty, fashion, travel, food, relationships, home décor, and more.
- Developed story ideas for potential features in print publications.
- Conducted interviews with experts to obtain quotes or information for stories.
- Submitted completed articles by deadlines established by editors.
- Coordinated with photographers or videographers to capture images related to stories.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions to develop new concepts for feature stories.
- Wrote online blog entries to address news developments or offer additional information, opinions or commentary on events.
Cashier/Customer Service
Sonic Drive
10.2018 - 08.2022
- Welcomed 20+ customers per shift daily, providing exceptional service to every customer I greeted and checked out
- Accurately and diligently handled cash and card transactions in a timely manner
- Was a shift manager for 2 of the 4 years I worked there, leading my shifts and making sure every employee not only did their side work and kept the store clean and functioning, but also looked after their needs.
- Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.
- Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
Cashier/Customer Service
Barnes And Noble College
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Aided customers in finding merchandise and made sure the floor was always stocked and presentable
- Worked at UKY sporting events selling merchandise.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Strategic Communications
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2025
High School Diploma -
Scott County High School
Georgetown05.2021
Skills
- Creative Direction
- Social Media Content Writing
- Excellent Interpersonal Communication
- Self-Publishing Experience
- Dependability and Cooperation
- Unique Content Creation
- Idea Brainstorming
- Trending Stories
Certification
Digital Marketing | Food Service | Shift Management | Food Handler Certification | Google Level 1 Certified
Timeline
KRNL Lifestyle + Fashion Magazine Content Team
Kentucky Kernel Newspaper
01.2024 - Current
KRNL Lifestyle + Fashion Magazine Writer
Kentucky Kernel Newspaper
08.2023 - 12.2023
Server
Texas Roadhouse
10.2022 - Current
Cashier/Customer Service
Barnes And Noble College
11.2021 - 05.2022
Cashier/Customer Service
Sonic Drive
10.2018 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Integrated Strategic Communications
University of Kentucky
High School Diploma -
Scott County High School
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