Karen Tuttle
Orlando,FL
Summary
Committed ministry worker with a proven track record at Jesus Film Project, excelling in employee relations and mentoring. Utilizing my extensive ministry and cross-cultural experience, I have enhanced the internship program through strategic feedback and relationship-building, aiming for continuous improvement. I seek to foster an environment where interns thrive, using their God-given gifts and skills to contribute to the mission they are called to.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern Coordinator
Jesus Film Project
Orlando, FL
08.2021 - Current
- Strengthened organizational culture by incorporating core values into all aspects of the internship program design and execution.
- Facilitated strong relationships between interns and full-time employees through mentorship pairings and team-building activities.
- Assisted in talent acquisition efforts by traveling to college career events, missions conferences, and other recruitment events targeting prospective interns.
- Ensured a positive intern experience with regular check-ins, feedback sessions, and social events designed to foster camaraderie.
- Continuously improved the internship program by soliciting feedback from current and former interns, using this input to drive enhancements and address areas for growth.
- Collaborated with team leaders to identify mutually beneficial opportunities for interns across various teams and projects.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to interns with vocational, spiritual, and personal concerns.
- Managed key Human Resources functions, including assessing candidates, hiring, onboarding, and offboarding interns, to support a seamless employee experience and organizational success.
- Tracked expenditures and maintained budget for the internship program.
- Completed training in the Predictive Index assessment and led informational sessions for Jesus Film Project employees, providing insights on behavioral wiring and job fit to enhance team effectiveness and performance.
- Sustained and managed a personal financial ministry partner team for over 17 years, successfully raising $45,000 annually.
Mission Trip Leader
Jesus Film Project
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Planned and coordinated all logistics for mission trips, including ministry strategy, budgeting, travel and lodging arrangements, and participant evaluation and selection, ensuring smooth and impactful experiences.
- Evaluated the success of each mission trip through post-trip debriefings and feedback surveys, leading to continuous improvement in program quality.
- Fostered relationships with local communities through consistent communication and collaboration on projects.
- Promoted personal growth among participants through intentional reflection exercises, encouraging critical thinking about global issues faced during trips.
- Maintained personal financial ministry partner team, raising $45,000 per year.
Audio Recording Technician and Trainer
Jesus Film Project
08.2011 - 07.2019
- Planned, administered, and participated in three to four international trips annually, overseeing logistics, maintaining recording equipment, and managing audio recording and dubbing processes to produce new language versions of Jesus Film Project films.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Demonstrated pre-trip and on-the-ground adaptability when faced with new challenges or technical issues, ensuring successful completion of deliverables.
- Sustained and managed a personal financial ministry partner team, successfully raising $45,000 annually.
English Tutor
Cru
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Served with a local non-profit, fostering cross-cultural community engagement and actively learning the Somali language to enhance communication and cultural understanding.
- Provided beginner-level English instruction to Djiboutian students of various ages, fostering language development and cross-cultural communication skills.
- Sustained and managed a personal financial ministry partner team, successfully raising $45,000 annually.
High School Campus Minister
Cru
07.2007 - 07.2011
- Developed strong relationships with students to provide spiritual guidance and mentorship through student gatherings and Bible studies.
- Empowered student leaders to take ownership of their spiritual growth by providing ongoing training, resources, and mentorship.
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues to plan and execute engaging student events designed to foster spiritual growth and strengthen community.
- Successfully completed Cru's New Staff Training curriculum, developing skills in evangelism, discipleship, and ministry program management.
- Sustained and managed a personal financial ministry partner team, successfully raising $45,000 annually.
Education
Master of Arts - Theological Studies
Asbury Theological Seminary
Wilmore12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR05-2007
Skills
- Employee relations
- Clear communication
- Recruitment and selection
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Mentoring and coaching
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Intern Coordinator
Jesus Film Project
08.2021 - Current
Mission Trip Leader
Jesus Film Project
08.2019 - 07.2021
English Tutor
Cru
05.2016 - 05.2017
Audio Recording Technician and Trainer
Jesus Film Project
08.2011 - 07.2019
High School Campus Minister
Cru
07.2007 - 07.2011
Master of Arts - Theological Studies
Asbury Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Arkansas Tech University
Similar Profiles
Logan EckhardtLogan Eckhardt
Media Project Production Manager at Jesus Film ProjectMedia Project Production Manager at Jesus Film Project
Karl DrackertKarl Drackert
Production Assistant at Student Film ProjectProduction Assistant at Student Film Project
JOSHUA DOS SANTOSJOSHUA DOS SANTOS
Junior Game Developer at Capstone Project | Toronto Film SchoolJunior Game Developer at Capstone Project | Toronto Film School