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Lance Garland

Taylorsville,NC

Summary

Creative and driven professional with a passion for exploring innovative approaches and fostering meaningful connections. Known for curiosity, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills that support collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous learning.

Overview

2023
2023
years of professional experience

Work History

Newspaper Operations

Taylorsville Times
02.2021 - 07.2022
  • Managed and organized newspaper distribution to local businesses, ensuring timely delivery
  • Oversaw revenue handling and inventory control through effective counting and organizational strategies
  • Developed operational efficiencies to streamline delivery processes

Cook / Kitchen worker

McLindon’s Restaurant and Event Center
- 07.2020
  • Prepared and served food while maintaining high-quality standards
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment
  • Trained new employees in kitchen procedures and food safety protocols

Election / Poll Worker

Board of Elections
- 01.2020
  • Ensured election integrity through the verification of voters and state protocols
  • Operated election software and database systems to allow for efficient voter processing

Education

Bachelor's - Communication Studies, Business

University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
05-2025

Associate of Arts -

Catawba Valley Community College
Hickory, NC
05-2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • InDesign
  • Illustrator
  • Zoom
  • TikTok
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer service
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration

REPRESENTATIVE COURSES

  • Public Speaking
  • Business and Professional Communication
  • Desktop Publishing
  • Mediation and Conflict Management
  • Personal Finance
  • Intercultural Communication
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Applied Qualitative Research
  • Managing Communication Patterns
  • Essentials of Integrated Marketing Communications

Timeline

Newspaper Operations

Taylorsville Times
02.2021 - 07.2022

Cook / Kitchen worker

McLindon’s Restaurant and Event Center
- 07.2020

Election / Poll Worker

Board of Elections
- 01.2020

Bachelor's - Communication Studies, Business

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Associate of Arts -

Catawba Valley Community College