Kiara Duarte
Erath,LA
Summary
Dynamic Communications Specialist with a proven track record in the military, excelling in strategy development and crisis management. Adept at crafting compelling messaging and fostering strong community relations, I leverage critical thinking and teamwork to drive impactful communication initiatives. Committed to delivering high-quality materials that resonate with diverse audiences. Persuasive Communications Specialist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in strategic communication planning. Excel in verbal and written communication, adaptability, and teamwork, ensuring successful project outcomes and effective stakeholder engagement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Communications Specialist
Military
Abbeville, LA
02.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues across departments to ensure consistency in messaging across all channels of communication.
- Advised and supported communications team during strategy development meetings.
- Delivered high-quality communications materials and tactics to create emotional connections with target audiences.
- Maintained professionality and efficiency while working closely with leadership.
- Prepared or delivered speeches to further public relations objectives.
- Conferred with other managers to identify trends or key group interests or concerns.
- Developed and maintained close working relationships with members of press.
Restaurant Hostess
Pedro's Tacos and tequila
Alexandria, LA
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Maintained cleanliness standards in the hostess area, including wiping down the hostess stand, menus, and to-go food area.
- Informed the kitchen staff of any special orders.
- Answered incoming calls with appropriate greeting and provided information about menu items or services offered.
- Performed opening and closing duties, such as sweeping, wiping windows down, and cleaning work areas.
- Managed reservations, waitlists, and special requests for large parties.
- Greeted customers and escorted them to their tables.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests.
- Provided assistance to servers as needed including refilling beverages and clearing plates from tables.
- Assisted with setting up larger tables for special events.
- Restocked condiments, silverware, napkins, tablecloths. as needed.
Babysitter
Family Friends And Neighbours
Winterhaven, FL
03.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisting with meals, snacks, and bedtime routines for the children.
- Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
- Monitoring sleep schedules and adjusting accordingly if needed.
- Developing creative ways to encourage learning through everyday experiences.
- Using problem-solving skills to anticipate potential issues before they arise.
- Completing light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up toys and books.
- Teaching good manners by setting clear expectations for behavior in various settings.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Communications
Military
Fort Eisenhower03-2025
High School Diploma -
Erath High School
Erath, LA05-2024
Skills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Creative problem solving
- Crisis management
- Proofreading
- Business writing
- Decision-making
- Strategy development
- Security communications
- Community relations
Affiliations
- lover of anything art. from music to paintings.
- good listener
- movie enthusiast
- military training for communication specialist
Education and Training
other,other
Certification
- cyber awareness
- USFK theater specific
- risk management
- antiterrorism awareness
- Fundamentals of personal recovery
- joint staff operations security
Timeline
Communications Specialist
Military
02.2024 - Current
Restaurant Hostess
Pedro's Tacos and tequila
04.2021 - 10.2021
Babysitter
Family Friends And Neighbours
03.2017 - 08.2018
Graduate Certificate - Communications
Military
High School Diploma -
Erath High School
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