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NATASHA HICKS

Charleston,SC

Summary

Detail-oriented Economics graduate (4.0 GPA, Phi Beta Kappa) from UW–Madison with strong writing, research, and administrative experience. Eager to support attorneys through drafting legal documents, efficient communication, and dependable back-office support in a paralegal or legal assistant role.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Stephen & Laurel Brown Foundation
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Designed detailed event itineraries and program materials for events ranging from 20 to 200 attendees.
  • Handled front desk operations and and provided administrative support to staff.
  • Maintained composure and multitasked effectively in high-pressure event environments, ensuring smooth execution.

Senior Staff Writer

The Daily Cardinal
10.2022 - 05.2025
  • Researched, interviewed, and fact-checked sources to produce original articles on campus and state news.
  • Published timely, well-sourced pieces under tight deadlines; collaborated with editors to refine content and style.
  • Developed strong journalistic writing and information verification skills applicable to legal research.

Finance Intern

Torani
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Analyzed balance sheets to calculate return on invested capital for multiple business units.
  • Forecasted future profit and loss scenarios across product lines, incorporating projected costs and investments.
  • Presented financial findings and strategic recommendations to the CFO and finance leadership team.

Worship Associate

Valley Community Church
02.2021 - 08.2022
  • Led and coordinated weekly worship services and special events for student ministries and main services.
  • Created musical arrangements, selected setlists, and managed volunteer teams of musicians and tech staff.

Education

BA - Economics

University of Wisconsin-Madison
05-2025

Skills

  • Extensive writing and communication skills and experience
  • Business law coursework covering negligence, intellectual property, contract, agency, and employment law
  • Proficient in Microsoft office including Word and Excel
  • Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
  • Highly organized and detail oriented
  • Competitive and Quick-learner
  • Data analytics and statistical analysis
  • Philosophy and Logic Coursework
  • Leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Strong work ethic and personal integrity
  • Quick and accurate typer - 70 wpm

LANGUAGES

English (fluent)
French (intermediate, 4 years)
German (basic, 2 college courses)
Danish (basic, 1 college course + study abroad in Denmark)

Affiliations

  • Wisconsin Pre-Law Society
  • Women’s Pre-Law Association
  • Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society
  • Badger Cru

Timeline

Intern

Stephen & Laurel Brown Foundation
08.2023 - 05.2025

Finance Intern

Torani
07.2023 - 08.2023

Senior Staff Writer

The Daily Cardinal
10.2022 - 05.2025

Worship Associate

Valley Community Church
02.2021 - 08.2022

BA - Economics

University of Wisconsin-Madison