MacKenzie Newson
Clarksdale,MS
Summary
Dynamic and creative professional with a proven track record at Griot Arts Inc., excelling in child supervision and effective communication. Skilled in emergency response and program instruction, I've significantly enhanced camper safety and engagement. My expertise in social media strategy and content creation has fostered community and improved brand visibility, demonstrating exceptional group leadership and a critical thinking approach.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Camp Counselor
Griot Arts Inc.
Clarksdale, MS
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Assisted in preparing meals and snacks to provide nutritional needs to campers.
- Evaluated campers' progress and provided feedback to parents.
- Oversaw and taught campers basic principles to enhance wellbeing and safety measures in nature.
- Documented activities, injuries and accidents to inform parents and maintain consistent records.
- Responded to emergency situations by following first-aid guidelines and coordinating with medical personnel for participants requiring medical attention.
- Inspected equipment and machinery to verify functionality and safety.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Liaised with community organizations to promote recreational activities.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Ordered and maintained all recreational equipment.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
Social Media Influencer
Teen Health Mississippi
Clarksdale, MS
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Live streamed dialogue and events on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to optimize interaction and engagement levels.
- Created, curated and managed published content for feed and stories across social media channels.
- Produced relevant product content to reach target customers.
- Built relationships with other brand ambassadors and influencers to assist in social media strategy.
- Formulated high-quality written storytelling and visual content for social media campaigns.
- Established credibility on social media and persuaded others by virtue of authenticity and reach.
- Posted testimonials, promotional content and consumer experiences to social media platforms to garner comments and likes.
- Engaged with consumers using education, passion and authenticity.
- Educated customers on product features and answered questions regarding product use.
- Demonstrated products to customers to illustrate features, advantages and benefits.
- Worked with team to achieve sales goals for products.
- Communicated product value, quality, and style to educate and entice potential customers.
- Maintained clean, organized and professional work environment.
- Set up and broke down promotional booths and tents and talked to potential customers for successful promotional events.
- Collaborated with marketing team to create and implement promotional campaigns.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions and product features.
Education
Clarksdale High School
Clarksdale, MSSkills
- Activity Planning
- Peer Mentoring
- Child Supervision
- Emergency Response
- Effective Communication
- Activity Scheduling
- Problem-Solving
- Parental Communication
- Performance Improvement
- Program Instruction
- Issue identification and resolution
- Group and individual instruction
- Arts and crafts
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Group leadership
- Team Leadership
- Compassionate communication
- Documentation And Reporting
- Camper support and assistance
- Group supervision and management
- CPR
- Decision-Making
- Creative Mindset
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
Additional Information
- Attended NYLF WorldStrides Medical Camp in Houston, Texas at Rice University. 2023
- Attended NYLF WorldStrides Advanced Medicine Program in Baltimore, Maryland at John’s Hopkins University. 2024
Certification
- CPR and AED certified
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Griot Arts Inc.
06.2023 - 06.2023
Social Media Influencer
Teen Health Mississippi
05.2021 - 06.2022
Clarksdale High School