Kendra Yost
Linkedin.com/in/kendralyost
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
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Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Community Outreach & Technical Support
Maricopa County Elections Department
Phoenix, AZ
01.2024 - Current
- Founding member of Elections Culture Club - organized cultural events including employee appreciation for large number of temporary employees.
- Created important election documents for Elections Department and trained employees.
- Manage team of employees, providing guidance and support to ensure alignment with County objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by providing timely and accurate technical support.
- Increased productivity by providing expert technical support to team members.
- Provided technical support to customers, addressing concerns promptly and effectively.
Assistant to Leadership
The Phoenix New Times
Phoenix , AZ
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Implemented lobby gallery to showcase local artists and advertise in publication.
- Created ads and newsletter content for clients.
- Produced Recaps, Proposals and DID list for sales reps.
- Produced content and edit websites for current and potential clients.
- Wrote content for websites and marketing material.
- Created ads and taglines to send to production.
- Keep editorial up-to-date with events and news tips.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
Production Assistant (Contractor)
CBS/Disney Entertainment/Media House
Phoenix , AZ
03.2020 - Current
- Work closely with producer, crew and talent to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operation.
- Perform set-up operations and monitored audio levels from all sources to support consistent quality in accordance with established industry standards and guidelines.
- Support production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Review activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
- Seek out interviewees and log signed personal release form for producer.
- Manage errands, allocating scripts, lighting support and conveyed detailed notes for producers and directors.
Creative Consultant
Buzzle Media
Phoenix , AZ
10.2016 - 05.2020
- Provided photography, branding, marketing, social media, content calenders, design & website development services.
- Assisted with VA Home Loan process and credit improvement for Veterans, planned credit seminars and created strong customer relations.
- Prospected and cultivated relationships with potential clients.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Branding & Social Media Manager
Diversified Sourcing Solutions
Tampa, FL
09.2013 - 10.2016
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
- Wrote engaging and successful marketing, advertising and website copy.
- Managed social media and company culture for 10 company branches.
Reporter/Photojournalist
Downtown Devil
Phoenix, AZ
05.2010 - 05.2013
- Responded to emergencies and breaking news stories with strong sense of urgency, at any hour.
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for news publications.
- Covered downtown Phoenix news, events and breaking stories.
Public Relations
AZ Department Of Environmental Quality
Phoenix, AZ
04.2012 - 04.2013
- Researched environmental data and created statewide brochures on water conservation.
- Maintained department internal newsletter.
Student Support Receptionist
Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
Tucson, AZ
05.2008 - 05.2010
- Delivered administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Assisted in test taking for current students and made advisor appointments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Arizona State University
Walter Cronkite School Of Journalism & Mass Comm 05.2010 - 05.2012
Skills
Internal Communications
undefinedTimeline
Community Outreach & Technical Support
Maricopa County Elections Department
01.2024 - Current
Assistant to Leadership
The Phoenix New Times
11.2022 - 12.2023
Production Assistant (Contractor)
CBS/Disney Entertainment/Media House
03.2020 - Current
Creative Consultant
Buzzle Media
10.2016 - 05.2020
Branding & Social Media Manager
Diversified Sourcing Solutions
09.2013 - 10.2016
Public Relations
AZ Department Of Environmental Quality
04.2012 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Arizona State University
05.2010 - 05.2012
Reporter/Photojournalist
Downtown Devil
05.2010 - 05.2013
Student Support Receptionist
Arizona State University, Tempe Campus
05.2008 - 05.2010
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