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Lauren McCoart

Pikeville,KY

Summary

Committed to making a positive impact on Eastern Kentucky & driving sustainable growth in the region. A creative professional who thinks outside of the box to bring fresh perspectives & ideas to every project.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director of Tourism

Pikeville Tourism
03.2022 - Current
  • Coordinate events, activities, tours, & festivals
  • Help create & run a Pikeville Visitor Center
  • Promote tourism in Pikeville on social media platforms
  • Curate monthly newsletter
  • Design ads, flyers, & brochures about Pikeville & events
  • Write state grants for different projects
  • Attend travel shows to promote Eastern Kentucky
  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for any special events or projects

Church Relations Coordinator/Community Liaison

Christian Appalachian Project
12.2019 - 02.2022
  • Help facilitate and prepare large group meetings
  • Oversee Church Relations, Kentucky Employee Charitable Campaign, & America’s Charities
  • Build relationships with churches across the country
  • Collect donations from churches and other organizations.

Multimedia Journalist

WYMT
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Edited videos and film compilations before publication
  • Posted on social media sites and WYMT's website daily
  • Reported breaking news stories and provided real-time updates online.
  • Created & maintained relationships in over 25+ communities in Eastern Kentucky

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY
12.2018

Associate of Arts -

Big Sandy Community And Technical College
Prestonsburg, KY
05.2016

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Adaptable
  • Fundraising
  • Creative vision
  • Excellent communication and writing skills
  • Storytelling

Accomplishments

  • Inaugural Leadership Kentucky BRIGHT Graduate
  • Patton Leadership Institute Graduate
  • Kentucky Colonel
  • Duchess of Hazard

Timeline

Assistant Director of Tourism

Pikeville Tourism
03.2022 - Current

Church Relations Coordinator/Community Liaison

Christian Appalachian Project
12.2019 - 02.2022

Multimedia Journalist

WYMT
01.2019 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Journalism

Western Kentucky University

Associate of Arts -

Big Sandy Community And Technical College

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