Melanie Wright
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Environmental Geologist with 4 years GIS experience, lab, and fieldwork. I assisted in the creation of Arkansas's Landslide Database through ArcGIS and LIDAR analysis. I have 15+ of team leadership and management experience in the Retail and Customer Service field prior to completing my degree.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
Vamped Up Retro
03.2023 - Current
- Part-Time consignment and restoration of vintage furniture and print-on-demand business
- Independently merchandised and managed booths at Bernice Gardens and other locations in the Central AR area
- Defined strategic plans, kept business on track to meet objectives, and kept operating expenses low with good business controls
- Management of all online sites, marketing, sales, and shipment of outgoing orders.
Geologist/GIS
Arkansas Geological Survey
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Correlated geological information from a combination of peer-reviewed sources to help create comprehensive maps for NWA for the Arkansas Landslide Database, FEMA Contract
- It is currently pending the peer review under Martha Kopper lead on the project and study
- Field investigations of landslides using LIDAR and other landslide events to determine their causes
- Analyzed geological data from field studies, aerial photographs, Google Earth, LIDAR, and other remote sensing data sources
- Reviewed environmental, historical, or technical reports and publications for accuracy.
Operations & Project Manager
Mudroom Films Inc.
12.2021 - 10.2023
- Managed the daily operations of multiple departments to maximize efficiency and complete reorganization of the company structure
- Developed a dataset to compile global Film Festival submissions in a streamlined document that tripled the acceptance of films submitted from the prior year
- Established operational policies, KPIs, procedures, OSHA standards, and objectives custom to the company's needs
- Established work schedules, ensuring job tasks were effectively assigned and completed properly.
Lab, Teaching, & Research Assistant
UALR
08.2017 - 12.2021
- Geology lab teaching assistant
- Set up in class labs and assisted teaching students with coursework
- Accompanied professors on field trips and fieldwork outside of class
- Teaching Assistant for the online portion of the hybrid portion Intro to Geology class as a teaching assistant post covid
- Research Lab Assistant to Dr
- Laura Ruhl in a Coal Ash and Human Absorption of Trace Metals
- I facilitated the testing of samples for gastric absorption and prepared samples for further testing in other labs.
Area Merchandiser
Independant Contractor
12.2002 - 08.2017
- Enhanced brand image by maintaining clean, organized, and visually appealing displays at all times.
- Managed efficient routing schedules that maximized coverage within the assigned territory while minimizing travel time between stores.
- Ensured compliance with company guidelines by regularly inspecting displays and signage for accuracy and brand consistency.
- Maintained strong relationships with store managers, resulting in increased cooperation and support for merchandising initiatives.
- Assisted in inventory management, conducting regular audits to ensure accurate stock levels and timely replenishment of products.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Geology
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR12.2022
Skills
- Google & Microsoft Suites
- LIDAR & Remote Sensing
- Aerial Photogrammetry
- Research & Lab Experience
- Environmental Sampling
- ArcGIS/ArcMap/SQL
- Landslide/Slope Analysis
- Environmental Laws & Regulations
- Geological Field Work
- Climate Studies
- Pattern Recognition Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Cultural Awareness
- Operations Management
Certification
ASBOG, 10/2024
Timeline
Operations Manager
Vamped Up Retro
03.2023 - Current
Geologist/GIS
Arkansas Geological Survey
05.2022 - 11.2023
Operations & Project Manager
Mudroom Films Inc.
12.2021 - 10.2023
Lab, Teaching, & Research Assistant
UALR
08.2017 - 12.2021
Area Merchandiser
Independant Contractor
12.2002 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Geology
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
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