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Work History
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Maiyah King

Albuquerque,NM

Summary

Hello! My name is Maiyah King. I am a current undergraduate at the University of New Mexico, majoring in Communications. I am eager to work with new people and increase my skills while working. I love being a barista, although I have branched out into nonprofit work and gained skills from that experience as well. Thank you for any consideration, and I can't wait to work with you!

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

MEDIA/PROJECT ASSISTANT

Coalition To Stop Violence Against Native Women
01.2024 - 11.2024
  • As a Media/ Project assistant I communicated with organization coordinators to ensure successful trainings by gathering supplies, creating graphics for social media and E-blasts, collecting W-9s and sending invoices to our participants
  • I helped maintain the office as well
  • Gathered general information and requirements to help prepare for project demands
  • Processed pay applications according to schedules and contract terms
  • Designed and delivered customized project management training to improve project team productivity and project success rates
  • Interfaced regularly with project members to coordinate strategies, schedules, and tasks

DATA FELLOW/ LOBBYIST

NAEVA/ NM Native Vote
04.2022 - 12.2023
  • As a data fellow at NAEVA/ NM Native Vote I compiled spreadsheets and documents containing information from local and statewide elections throughout New Mexico
  • I also would help the media team with various tasks such as sending data for infographics and creating graphics for our C4 using Adobe illustrator and Adobe photoshop
  • I also participated in the January 2023 election as a lobbyist, helping to get bills passed that would benefit Indigenous families
  • I also participated in events for NAEVA/ NM Native Vote like tabling and handing out information to folks
  • Conveyed data results using graphs and charts
  • Processed data sets using statistical software
  • Assisted team members and managers with tasks to maintain productivity and meet project milestones
  • Helped team complete assignments to meet goals
  • Optimized designs for print and digital mediums for use in print advertisements, social media graphics, and website layouts
  • Edited, wrote and distributed media advisories and news releases with appropriate tone and voice

BARISTA

Flying Star Cafe
12.2021 - 04.2022
  • At Flying Star I mainly worked at the front counter greeting customers and taking their orders
  • At the front counter I served coffee, cakes, cookies, pies, and specialty drinks, for example; lattes, tea, beer, and wine
  • When I was not at the front counter I would help run food to tables from the kitchen
  • I closed often and would always make sure to clean, restock, and sanitize our workspace so that the next shift would go well
  • I left Flying star due to an educational opportunity in Eugene, Oregon
  • Maintained clean work stations to adhere to health and safety guidelines
  • Learned about brewing methods, beverage blends, food preparation techniques to improve customer service and product quality
  • Handled and adjusted espresso machines to prepare orders correctly
  • Created attractive layouts for food and beverage displays
  • Ground coffee beans, brewed coffee and tea and prepared baked goods
  • Processed cash register transactions on POS and provided correct change

BARISTA

Starbucks
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • As a Starbucks Barista I made and served specialty coffee and tea beverages as well as food products
  • I highlighted specials or new items on the menu, and answered any questions customers had and gave suggestions
  • I worked on register and accepted orders and payments as well
  • I made sure to maintain a clean and sanitized workstation and complied with health and safety guidelines
  • My reason for leaving Starbucks was due to bereavement and needing some time off work to process
  • Prepared beverage and food products in compliance with company recipes and guidelines
  • Sold coffee, tea blends and brewing equipment while educating customers about brewing methods
  • Updated displays and signage to inform customers about promotions and new products
  • Maintained cash resources by accurately processing payments and computing sales prices
  • Monitored and maintained bakery backroom, cooler and freezer when accessing and unloading deliveries

INTERN

South West Organizing Project
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • As a summer intern for South West Organizing Project I assisted with organizational and community initiatives
  • I also attended community organizing meetings and assisted with general office upkeep
  • I left South West Organizing Project because the internship was only through the summer
  • Demonstrated flexibility with task completion and prioritization, communicating potential conflicts to supervisor
  • Learned about office and organizational operations and how to add value to team

Education

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Sandia High School
Albuquerque, New Mexico
05.2021

Communications

University of New Mexico
03.2025

Skills

  • MS Office
  • Mac OS
  • Barista Experience
  • Customer Service
  • Cash Handling
  • Food Handling
  • Food Safety
  • Teamwork
  • Serving Experience
  • Punctuality
  • Reliable Vehicle
  • Espresso Machine
  • POS Systems

Personal Information

Age: 21

Timeline

MEDIA/PROJECT ASSISTANT

Coalition To Stop Violence Against Native Women
01.2024 - 11.2024

DATA FELLOW/ LOBBYIST

NAEVA/ NM Native Vote
04.2022 - 12.2023

BARISTA

Flying Star Cafe
12.2021 - 04.2022

BARISTA

Starbucks
01.2021 - 12.2021

INTERN

South West Organizing Project
06.2019 - 08.2019

Communications

University of New Mexico

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

Sandia High School
Maiyah King