KAYLA ANNE P JOHNSON
Summary
Writer with 6+ years of experience committed to empowering marginalized groups. Passionate about utilizing communication, writing, and research to advance non-profit missions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Contributing Writer
TheCollector
10.2024 - Current
- Draft engaging articles for TheCollector's website. 12 published, 9 forthcoming. Collaborate with editors to refine content.
- Generate monthly article pitches for content creation.
Volunteer Grant Officer
YESLiberia, Inc.
08.2022 - Current
- Research and track relevant grant opportunities that align with YESLiberia's identity and mission.
- Maintain and update a calendar of recurring opportunities and funder library.
- Draft, edit, and submit Letters of Interest and Inquiry (LOIs), concept notes, logic models, and grant proposals. Coordinate work across staff by setting deadlines for feedback and review.
ESL Teacher
Anglo American School
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Taught English phonetics, reading, writing, and speaking to children and adults (ages 20-70). Prepared and organized lesson plans that matched student competency levels.
- Prepared young ESL learners for the Cambridge B2 First and Pre A1 Starters exams.
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Terry Friedman and Julie Throop, PLLC
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Worked with litigation paralegal and attorney to draft, review, and submit Discovery and other legal correspondence.
- Performed administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments and managing client case files.
- Developed first procedure guide for future legal assistants.
- Took initiative to obtain notary license for streamlining in-office administration.
Curatorial Assistant
The John and Geraldine Lilley Museum of Art
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Introduced month-long daily Instagram initiative. Researched, drafted, and posted to social media platforms.
- Conducted research for grant on U.S.–Mexico border immigration and Central American diasporic communities in Nevada. Authored exhibition catalogue essay on immigration themes.
- Initiated strategic partnership with local agency for immigration exhibit and public events.
- Acted as a liaison between Director and other organizations.
- Updated loan agreements and contracts.
Education
MA - Historical and Oriental Sciences and Global Cultures
Alma Mater Studiorum-Università Di Bologna
Bologna, Italy03.2023
BA - Art History, Business Administration Minor
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, Nevada07.2020
Skills
- Research
- Writing
- Communication
- NGO Experience
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
2024 Grant Recipient for Master's Research Abroad (Università di Bologna)
Founder, Art History Club, University of Nevada, Reno (2019)
Languages
English (Native)
Italian (Proficient)
Spanish (Novice)
Timeline
Contributing Writer
TheCollector
10.2024 - Current
ESL Teacher
Anglo American School
01.2023 - 07.2024
Volunteer Grant Officer
YESLiberia, Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Legal Assistant
Law Office of Terry Friedman and Julie Throop, PLLC
04.2021 - 07.2022
Curatorial Assistant
The John and Geraldine Lilley Museum of Art
10.2019 - 04.2021
MA - Historical and Oriental Sciences and Global Cultures
Alma Mater Studiorum-Università Di Bologna
BA - Art History, Business Administration Minor
University of Nevada, Reno