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
Albuquerque, United States
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
Albuquerque, United States
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
Albuquerque, United States
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
Albuquerque, United States
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
Albuquerque, United States
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 Mexico05.2021
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