LAURA G. MEJIA
Dallas,TX
Summary
Professional with strong organizational and time-management skills, well-prepared for operational roles. Demonstrates focus on team collaboration, adaptability to changing needs, and results-driven approach. Skilled in process optimization, inventory management, and effective communication, ensuring smooth daily operations. Known for reliability and ability to support team goals efficiently.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operation Assistant
Representa Foundation
06.2024 - Current
- I assist in the planning and execution of festivals and events, ensuring that all parties involved (artists, vendors, sponsors) are aligned and deadlines are met.
- I manage event logistics, including space arrangement, transportation of materials, and coordination with vendors for the set-up and dismantling of art installations.
- I act as a liaison between the foundation and participants, ensuring that their needs (accommodation, transportation, schedules) are met and that established agreements are respected.
- I handle administrative tasks such as organizing event-related documentation.
- I assist with customer service during events, providing information, troubleshooting, and acting as a representative of the foundation to ensure a positive experience for attendees.
- I coordinate with volunteers, assigning tasks, supervising their work, and ensuring they are well informed and motivated.
- I ensure that all vendors and contractors meet their commitments by managing payments and verifying that services are provided as agreed.
- I participate in event evaluation, gathering feedback from attendees, artists, and other stakeholders to identify areas of improvement for future events.
Decoration and installation team Member - Seasonal
Dr Delphinium Design
10.2024 - 02.2025
- First class service was provided by around 5 five star hotels in the city
- Demonstrating myself as a person with initiative and energy I was put in charge of leading a team of 8 people.
- I replicated with excellent care the creation of the design team at the facilities
- I proposed a weekly planning mode to follow the course of the project and with great success it was implemented throughout the season
Program Coordinator
The Concilio
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with team members to share best practices, ensuring seamless communication and project delivery.
- Led the team of 6 people serving in 14 schools during the facilitation of the programs.
- Recruited, trained, and mentored project facilitators, and volunteers.
- Executed and maintained project files and created schedules for each project.
- Managed inventory, supplies, and equipment for the team.
- I implemented a new program for the children's program classes that increase parent attendance by 15%.
PC Support Specialist- Seasonal
DISD Technology Department
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Provided technical support to teachers, staff, and students in a K-12 school environment.
- Resolved work orders and escalated orders to the appropriate departments as needed.
- Conducted regular system maintenance to ensure optimal effectiveness.
- Communicated technology updates to all staff by email, phone, or training.
Substitute Teacher
RISD
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Managed classrooms in various subjects and grade levels, ensuring a successful continuation of the educational process.
- Assisted teacher with instructional material and classroom presentations.
- Maintained a safe and orderly classroom environment.
Office Assistant
DISD Technology Department
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintained and updated all technological devices.
- Provided weekly reports, project statuses, and recommendations to the team.
- Contributed to the implementation of new software tools and provided feedback.
- Communicated and translated to Spanish for families to resolve their technological needs.
Assistant Stage / Assistant Producer
Fundacion Teatro Nacional Fanny Mickey
08.2015 - 10.2018
- Provides traditional administrative support including answering phone calls, data entry, managing documents and errands.
- Managed social networks, responded to comments and redirected people for events.
- Organized Press con attending different teams of journalists.
- Managed spaces for different events.
- Planned, scheduled, coordinated rehearsal and presentation times and spaces from pre-production to post-production.
Accounting Assistant
Magic of Learning
06.2017 - 11.2017
- Organized and maintained confidential student and employee files.
- Created seasonal flyers and assisted with agendas and reports.
- Organized internal and external communication for the facility and managed the budget.
Education
Foundations of Project Management -
Google Career - Coursera
Actriz and Producer -
School Of Performing Arts Of The National Theatre
4 Semesters - International Business
Corporacion Unificada Nacional de Educación Superior
Associate - Accounting Assistant
Alvaro Mutis Institute
Bogota, Colombia 11.2010
Skills
- Leadership and Collaboration
- Public Speaking
- Time Management
- Communication
- Project Management
- Organizational Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability
- Microsoft Suite
- Canva
- Asana
- Notion
- Social Media
- Customer support
- Attention to detail
Websites
Leadership Development
- Planning and Structuring of Goals Certification
- Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas Member
- Ser para hacer Member Personal Development Community in Medellin Co.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Decoration and installation team Member - Seasonal
Dr Delphinium Design
10.2024 - 02.2025
Operation Assistant
Representa Foundation
06.2024 - Current
Program Coordinator
The Concilio
11.2022 - 02.2024
PC Support Specialist- Seasonal
DISD Technology Department
06.2022 - 08.2022
Substitute Teacher
RISD
03.2021 - 06.2022
Office Assistant
DISD Technology Department
08.2020 - 01.2021
Accounting Assistant
Magic of Learning
06.2017 - 11.2017
Assistant Stage / Assistant Producer
Fundacion Teatro Nacional Fanny Mickey
08.2015 - 10.2018
Actriz and Producer -
School Of Performing Arts Of The National Theatre
4 Semesters - International Business
Corporacion Unificada Nacional de Educación Superior
Foundations of Project Management -
Google Career - Coursera
Associate - Accounting Assistant
Alvaro Mutis Institute
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