McKinley Taylor
Jacksonville,Florida
Summary
Well-rounded student with experience in salon assistance, camp leadership, and volunteer service. Recognized for effective communication, organization, and collaboration. Ready to contribute strong client support, smooth day-to-day operations, and high-quality service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Hair Assistant
Napturally Chic Studio
2022.02 - Current
- Prepared color formulas, treatments, and haircare products according to stylist instructions.
- Assisted stylists with sectioning, product application, and client preparation for seamless service flow.
- Maintained sanitized workstations, tools, and bowls to support consistent salon hygiene standards.
- Participated in promotional events and initiatives, contributing to increased brand awareness for the salon among potential clients.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
- Coordinated shampoo, rinse, and blow-dry services to improve appointment efficiency.
- Assisted hairdressers with cutting, coloring, and styling hair to maintain salon workflow efficiency.
Camp Counselor
Don't Miss A Beat
2024.05 - 2026.05
- Planned creative enrichment sessions aligned with camp themes and youth interests.
- Supervised campers during daily activities, ensuring safe, structured participation.
- Improved camp cleanliness and organization with thorough daily inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Adapted activities for varied age groups, skill levels, and engagement needs.
- Mentored junior counselors on behavior management and activity facilitation.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Choir section leader
Samuel Shingles
2023.08 - 2026.05
- Supervised daily section workflow, ensuring smooth handoffs and consistent production pace.
- Coordinated assignments to balance workload and maintain efficient section coverage.
- Trained team members on safety procedures, equipment use, and quality expectations.
- Monitored output for defects, correcting issues before materials moved to the next stage.
- In charge of organizing practice and keeping the flow of material being worked on
- Collaborated with other section leaders in creating scores for choreography projects.
Cheer Captain
Paxon School For Advanced Studies
2023.05 - 2026.05
- Led cheer practices, reinforcing sideline routines, chants, and performance sharpness for game days and events.
- Coached teammates on motions, jumps, and formations to improve execution and overall team discipline.
- Coordinated squad schedules, ensuring consistent attendance, punctuality, and readiness for practices and appearances.
- Organized pep rally and spirit event preparations, aligning performances with school expectations and crowd engagement.
- Supported tryout evaluations, helping assess skill, attitude, and fit for squad placement.
- Represented school at community outreach events, fostering relationships with local businesses and organizations to strengthen support for the cheerleading program.
Volunteer
Felicia Bass
2022.05 - 2026.05
- Supported administrative tasks and delivered materials to staff
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
- Enhanced visitor experience by conducting informative and engaging museum tours.
- Supported efficient operations at homeless shelter, preparing meals and organizing supplies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL2030-05
Skills
- Client consultation
- Appointment scheduling
- Organizational efficiency
- Problem-solving
- Color formulation
- Assisting stylists
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Don't Miss A Beat
2024.05 - 2026.05
Choir section leader
Samuel Shingles
2023.08 - 2026.05
Cheer Captain
Paxon School For Advanced Studies
2023.05 - 2026.05
Volunteer
Felicia Bass
2022.05 - 2026.05
Hair Assistant
Napturally Chic Studio
2022.02 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Florida Atlantic University