Khalil Houston
Richmond,VA
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Coordinator
Communities In Schools Of Richmond
Richmond, VA
03.2022 - Current
- Communicated with local business owners and community members to facilitate the use of resources.
- Created program activities and agendas based on client requirements.
- Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
- Documented student progress through counseling and interaction.
- Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions, and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
- Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
- Assisted students in understanding grammar rules and conventions of writing by giving examples and explanations.
- Provided writing sessions for students that focused on journaling and self-identity.
- Utilized group activities, such as painting, games, and hands-on projects, to improve social and emotional health.
Writer and Performer
Self Employed Writer
07.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with other business owners to brainstorm ideas.
- Has written and provided voice-over material for marketing strategies for companies.
- Delivered high-quality, insightful, informative, and entertaining written content while meeting tight deadlines.
- Has performed written poetry at community rallies and churches.
- Has performed written poetry for colleges and universities (Norfolk State University, VCU, Cuesta Community College).
- Has written poetry to perform for children in public gatherings.
- Conducted youth creative writing workshops for non-profit titled A.C.E. Scholars. (2023)
- Provided feedback to authors on their poetry drafts and revisions.
- Has competed in national poetry competitions for 3 years to represent a nationally ranked team.
- I was requested to write a poem for a prison and jail reform conference held by the state government.
- Conducted youth writing workshops at Henrico Juvenile Detention Center. (2018-2020)
Photographer/ Videographer
Self Employed
Richmond VA, VA
06.2016 - Current
- Offered consultation services to clients on photo selection, layout, and design for print media.
- Implemented color correction processes to ensure accurate and vibrant images.
- Proposed creative ideas to engage followers with different content types and formats.
- Managed social media accounts, growing audience engagement.
- Edit photos using Adobe Photoshop and other software applications.
- Consult with clients to understand their needs and preferences for a photo shoot.
- Provided a platform by providing photoshoots and interviews for subjects to speak about their life experiences.
- Organize and manage multiple camera angles during shoots.
- Edited videos using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects software.
- Has provided photography services to community and corporate business owners.
Education
Associate of Science - Science
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.2021
Skills
- Public speaking
- Photography
- videography
- Photo and video editing
- Youth crisis tactics
- Paperwork and reporting
- Youth guidance
- Mental health support
- Community Supporter
- efficient Communicator
Timeline
Site Coordinator
Communities In Schools Of Richmond
03.2022 - Current
Writer and Performer
Self Employed Writer
07.2016 - Current
Photographer/ Videographer
Self Employed
06.2016 - Current
Associate of Science - Science
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Virginia Commonwealth University
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